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Honda Element vs Nissan Rogue

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

Vehicles

Honda logo

2011 Honda Element

Nissan logo

2027 Nissan Rogue

Overview

SpecHonda ElementLXNissan RogueS
Selected trimLXS
Body styleSUVSUV
Drivetrainfront wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedregular unleaded
Transmission5-speed automaticcontinuously variable-speed automatic
Engine typegasgas
Model year20112027

Pricing & market

SpecHonda ElementLXNissan RogueS
MSRP$20,825 (best)$29,690
Lowest listing price—$27,675 (best)
Median listing price—$27,675 (best)
Highest listing price—$27,675 (best)
For sale now01 (best)

Fuel economy & range

SpecHonda ElementLXNissan RogueS
Combined MPG22 MPG30 MPG (best)
City MPG20 MPG28 MPG (best)
Highway MPG25 MPG33 MPG (best)
Fuel tank15.9 gal (best)14.5 gal

Performance

SpecHonda ElementLXNissan RogueS
Horsepower166 hp201 hp (best)
Torque161 lb-ft225 lb-ft (best)
Engine size2.4 L (best)1.5 L
CylindersI4I3

Size & capability

SpecHonda ElementLXNissan RogueS
Seating4 seats5 seats (best)
Doors5 (best)4
Cargo volume74.6 cu ft (best)74.1 cu ft
Towing capacity1,500 lbs1,500 lbs
Payload—1,197 lbs (best)
Curb weight3,515 lbs3,444 lbs (best)
Ground clearance6.9 in8.2 in (best)
Wheelbase101.4 in106.5 in (best)
Length169.9 in184.4 in (best)
Width71.6 in72.4 in (best)
Height70.4 in (best)67.9 in

Safety & recalls

SpecHonda ElementLXNissan RogueS
NHTSA overallNot Rated—
Frontal crash (driver)Not Rated—
Frontal crash (passenger)Not Rated—
Side crash (driver)Not Rated—
Side crash (passenger)Not Rated—
Side poleNot Rated—
Rollover3 / 5 ★ (best)—
Open recalls (YMM scope)10None reported (best)

Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.

Trim overview

All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.

TrimHonda ElementNissan Rogue
1

LX

$20,825 MSRP(Currently comparing)

S

$29,690 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

LX

$22,075 MSRP

S

$31,090 MSRP

3

EX

$22,935 MSRP

SV

$30,690 MSRP

4

EX

$24,185 MSRP

SV

$32,090 MSRP

5—

Dark Armor

$33,540 MSRP

6—

Dark Armor

$34,940 MSRP

7—

Rock Creek

$34,590 MSRP

8—

SV

$35,490 MSRP

9—

SR

$37,490 MSRP

10—

Platinum

$39,790 MSRP

11—

Platinum

$43,490 MSRP

Live inventory

Honda Element vs Nissan Rogue FAQ

Which is better: 2011 Honda Element or 2027 Nissan Rogue?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2011 Honda Element vs 2027 Nissan Rogue on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2011 Honda Element or 2027 Nissan Rogue?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2011 Honda Element starts lower at $20,825. Live Nissan Rogue listings start at $27,675.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2011 Honda Element or 2027 Nissan Rogue?
The 2011 Honda Element leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (20,825).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2011 Honda Element or 2027 Nissan Rogue?
The 2027 Nissan Rogue leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (30).
Which has better horsepower: 2011 Honda Element or 2027 Nissan Rogue?
The 2027 Nissan Rogue leads on horsepower in this comparison (225).
Which has better seats: 2011 Honda Element or 2027 Nissan Rogue?
The 2027 Nissan Rogue leads on seats in this comparison (5).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2011 Honda Element vs 2027 Nissan Rogue?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Honda Element (Not Rated/5 NHTSA overall).