Which Nissan Fits You Better: Kicks or Rogue?

Trying to decide between the Nissan Kicks and Rogue? Explore key differences in cargo space, infotainment, driver-assist features, performance, and pricing.

If you’re looking for a new compact or midsize SUV and love Nissan’s style, tech, and history of innovation, you can’t go wrong with the 2025 Nissan Kicks or the 2025 Nissan Rogue. Both SUVs offer sharp design, versatile cargo space, and loads of modern features — but they’re built with slightly different lifestyles in mind. 

To help you make the best decision for your needs, we’ll compare the 2025 Nissan Kicks vs. Rogue in five key areas: size and interior space, infotainment and connectivity, driver-assist features, performance and fuel economy, and price. Read on to learn which Nissan SUV fits you better!

2025 Nissan Kicks vs Nissan Rogue Specs Comparison

Size and Interior Space

When it comes to the Nissan Kicks vs. Rogue, size is one of the most obvious differences. As a subcompact SUV, the 2025 Nissan Kicks is nearly an entire foot shorter than the Rogue, and a few inches skinnier, too, making it easy to maneuver and park in urban settings. The 2025 Nissan Rogue, on the other hand, is a true midsize crossover with a slightly larger footprint, more interior room, and extra cargo capacity— perfect for families or anyone who likes to pack for adventure, windsurfing or otherwise. 

Infotainment and Connectivity

Both the 2025 Nissan Kicks and Nissan Rogue come loaded with modern tech, making every drive more exciting. We’ll dive into the specs below, but here’s the short version: regardless of trim level, both vehicles offer everything you’ve come to expect from a modern car and more.  

The Kicks comes standard with Bluetooth^®, a 7″ NissanConnect® touch-screen display, a four-speaker audio system, and Siri^® Eyes Free voice-activated audio controls, so you can keep your eyes on the road when changing your jam. For tech lovers, the SV and SR both come with:

• Wireless Apple CarPlay^® and Android Auto™
• An upgraded 12.3″ NissanConnect® touch-screen display
• A six-speaker audio system. 

On the Rogue, Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™, an 8″ NissanConnect^® touch-screen display, and a four-speaker audio system come standard, so your favorite apps and music are always at your fingertips. If you opt for one of the more premium trims, the Rogue SL and Platinum both come with extra tech for your enjoyment, like:

• A larger 12.3″ NissanConnect^® touch-screen display
• Upgraded audio systems (6 speakers in the SL, and 10 premium BOSE^® speakers in the Platinum)
• Front row wireless charging
• Wireless Apple CarPlay^® and wireless Android Auto™
• An integrated Google Maps™ navigation system.

Driver-Assist Features

Both the Nissan Kicks and Rogue are packed with innovative features designed to make every drive easier and safer, like: 

• Brake Assist: Prepares the brakes for maximum stopping power if it senses you’re approaching a vehicle too quickly. 
• High Beam Assist: Automatically switches from high to low beams when it detects oncoming traffic, so as not to blind other drivers. 
• Blind Spot Warning: Notifies you when there’s a vehicle in your blind spot so that you can change lanes safely. 
• Lane Departure Warning: Alerts you if you drift out of your lane without signaling. 
• Intelligent Driver Alertness: Monitors your driving and notifies you if it detects signs of drowsiness or inattention. 
• Rear Collision Sensors: Beeps to warn you if you’re getting too close to something behind you while parking or reversing at low speeds.  

However, both vehicles offer higher-end trims like the Kicks SR and Rogue SL or Platinum, which provide more advanced features like:  

• Traffic Sign Recognition: Reads traffic signs and displays them on your dash to help you stay informed. 
• Intelligent Around View^® Monitor: Gives you a 360° bird’s-eye view around your car to make parking and tight maneuvers easier. 
• Intelligent Lane Intervention: Helps keep you centered in your lane by gently steering you back if you start to drift unintentionally. 
• Intelligent Cruise Control: Maintains a specific distance from the car ahead of you by automatically braking or accelerating as needed. 
• Front and Rear Collision Sensors: When parking or driving at low speeds, these sensors detect objects in front of and behind your car and alert you as you get closer. Some systems can even stop the vehicle automatically. 

Performance and Fuel Economy

The 2025 Nissan Kicks is powered by a 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine that produces 141 horsepower and 140 lb-ft of torque. It’s paired with an Xtronic Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT)^®, which helps deliver strong fuel economy. The car offers 28 miles per gallon (MPG) in the city and 35 MPG on the highway, resulting in a combined 31 MPG. 

In contrast, the 2025 Nissan Rogue offers a smaller 1.5-liter three-cylinder engine that can operate in Eco and Sport mode, and the same Xtronic CVT^® as the Kicks. But thanks to its turbocharger, it’s no slouch. This low-volume beast provides 201 horsepower and 225 lb-ft of torque, all while maintaining 29-30 MPG in the city and 36-37 MPG on the highway, for a combined 33 MPG, depending on trim level. 

While the Rogue does slightly outperform the Kicks in this category, which makes it the perfect option for road trips, the Kicks is an excellent option for daily driving and commuting. No matter which model you choose, you’ll have plenty of power for the freeway and enough fuel efficiency for the city. 

Pricing

If budget is your number one priority, the Nissan Kicks is the most affordable option. It gives you style, space, and technology without stretching your wallet, at an MSRP of $21,830–$26,180 for front-wheel drive (FWD) models. If you live in a snowier region or partake in activities that require all-wheel drive (AWD), you’re looking at an MSRP of $23,330–$27,680. 

The Rogue costs a bit more, but you get extra size, capability, and options for your dollar. If you’re looking for an SUV that’s road-trip ready, this one might be for you, at an MSRP of $28,590–$38,590 for FWD models and $29,990–$39,990 for AWD models. 

Which Should You Choose? 

There truly isn’t a wrong answer to the Kicks vs Rogue debate. Both models offer unique strengths that cater to slightly different lifestyles. Here are our recommendations:

• Choose the 2025 Nissan Kicks if you’re primarily a city driver, want maximum value, and prefer a nimble ride. 
• Choose the 2025 Nissan Rogue if you need more space, power, and features for family adventures and long trips. 

Ultimately, no matter what you choose, you’ll enjoy the thoughtful design choices, advanced technology, and dependable quality that Nissan SUVs are known for. 

Still Can’t Decide? Stop by Ed Hicks Nissan for a Test Drive

City-smart or road-trip ready? The Nissan Kicks and Rogue both offer impressive tech, bold design, and great gas mileage, but one fits your lifestyle better. Whether you’re navigating narrow streets or loading up for the coast, we’ll help you choose the Nissan that moves with your rhythm. Stop by Ed Hicks Nissan and take both for a spin. You’ll know the right one when you feel it.