If you’re in the market for a new SUV, you’re just at the beginning of a journey that requires many decisions. The 2024 Toyota Venza and 2024 Nissan Rogue represent a pretty big gap in the segment’s pricing spectrum. However, they’re also a great way to see how much SUV you can get for your money.
Let’s look at these two SUVs.
2024 Toyota Venza
A stylish 2-row SUV with room for five, the midsize 2024 Toyota Venza comes standard with all-wheel drive (AWD). Additionally, it’s a hybrid. Its looks, capability, and efficiency make it a must-see option when comparison shopping in the segment.
Check out the Toyota Venza’s cabin, and you’ll find a spacious, comfortable, premium interior complete with the latest technology. A 12.3-inch touchscreen provides a clear look at where you’re going and what you’re listening to. With plush front seats and plenty of room for everyone, it’s easy to see why some might consider this rather than a compact SUV like the Rogue.
It comes in four trim levels, starting with the LE and then, in ascending order, the XLE, Nightshade Edition, and Limited. There is only one engine choice, a 2.5-liter 4-cylinder hybrid. Pricing starts at $36,465, including destination fee.
Toyota Venza Highlights
Gas sipper: With outstanding EPA-estimated fuel economy for a midsize crossover at 40 city/37 highway/39 combined, you’ll spend less on gas, perhaps allowing you to move up a trim level.
Toyota Safety Sense 2.5+: The brand’s impressive suite of safety technology comes as standard equipment, including forward collision warning with automatic emergency braking, pedestrian detection, and intersection assistance. A 5-Star rating from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) only enhances its reputation for safety.
Seeing Stars: Yes, plenty of crossovers have massive moonroofs, but they often come with a fussy screen to block out the light. Not so in the Venza with its Star Gaze fixed panoramic glass roof. When you want less light, it transforms from transparent to opaque at the press of a button.
Check this week’s Fair Purchase Price or see the Venza models near you.
2024 Nissan Rogue
The brand’s best-selling compact SUV for years, the Nissan Rogue draws buyers because it’s fuel efficient, spacious enough for friends and family, and good-looking. Nissan’s latest redesign came for the 2021 model year, although it did tweak the V-motion grille for 2024.
Fuel efficiency comes from the 1.5-liter 3-cylinder that’s standard; however, it can be had with or without all-wheel drive. It’s unavailable as a hybrid, so even the most efficient Rogue has higher fuel costs than the Toyota Venza.
The Rogue offers buyers up-to-date technology, including an available 12.3-inch infotainment touchscreen, in a comfortable, appealing package. Rogue comes in four trim levels: S, SV, SL, and Platinum. Regardless of which one you pick, you get a spacious cabin and plenty of capability. Pricing starts at $29,810, including destination charge.
Nissan Rogue Highlights
Google Built-in: Google Built-in is standard on the SL and Platinum trims this year. Using voice commands and a 12.3-inch HD color touchscreen, you can access Google Assistant, Google Maps, and more on Google Play.
Exterior makeover: The Rogue gets an updated look for its front and rear fascias, a new version of the Nissan V-motion grille, new inner taillights, and a new 18-inch alloy wheel design.
Gas sipper: Powered by a 1.5-liter 3-cylinder, it boasts an EPA-estimated 30 city/37 highway/33 combined mpg, the best among non-hybrid SUVs. You also get to avoid some of the problems that come with hybrid ownership.
Check this week’s Fair Purchase Price or see the Rogue models near you.
Similarities
The Toyota Venza and Nissan Rogue are very good SUVs. They offer good interior space, attractive exterior styling, and plenty of convenience and safety technology as standard.
Conclusion
The Nissan Rogue is a value play in the segment, with a price starting at just under $30,000. Buyers get a lot for their money. However, suppose you want more than just the basics in interior materials and vehicle performance. In that case, you’ll likely want to spend the extra $6,500 and move up to the roomier and more fuel-efficient Toyota Venza, which is in its final year.
| 2024 Toyota Venza | 2024 Nissan Rogue | |
| Starting Price | $36,465 | $29,810 |
| Popular Powertrains | ||
| Engine | 2.5-liter 4-cylinder hybrid | 1.5-liter turbo 3-cylinder |
| Horsepower | 219 hp @ 5,700 rpm | 201 hp @ 5,600 rpm |
| Torque | 163 lb-ft @ 5,200 rpm | 225 lb-ft @ 2,800 rpm |
| Transmission | CVT/AWD | CVT/AWD |
| Fuel Economy | 40 city/37 highway/39 combined mpg | 30 city/37 highway/33 combined |
| Also Available | 2.0-liter turbo 4-cylinder | AWD |
| Specs | ||
| Basic Warranty | 3 years/36,000 miles | 3 years/36,000 miles |
| Powertrain Warranty | 5 years/60,000 miles | 5 years/60,000 miles |
| NHTSA Overall Safety | 5-Stars | 5-Stars |
| Max Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 105.9 inches | 106.5 inches |
| Overall Length | 186.6 inches | 183.0 inches |
| Width | 73.0 inches | 72.4 inches |
| Height | 65.9 inches | 66.5 inches |
| Turning Diameter | 36.1 feet | 35.4 feet |
| Headroom, Front | 38.6 inches | 41.1 inches |
| Headroom, Rear | 39.0 inches | 39.2 inches |
| Legroom, Front | 40.9 inches | 41.5 inches |
| Legroom, Rear | 37.8 inches | 38.5 inches |
| Shoulder Room, Front | 57.4 inches | 57.1 inches |
| Shoulder Room, Rear | 56.9 inches | 55.9 inches |
| Cargo Volume | 28.8 cubic feet | 31.6 cubic feet |
