Nissan Rogue (2015) vs. Subaru Forester (2016) Specs
How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2015 Nissan Rogue and 2016 Subaru Forester specs.
2015 Nissan Rogue and 2016 Subaru Forester Specifications
| Model Year |
2015 |
2016 |
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| Model |
Nissan Rogue |
Subaru Forester |
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| Engine |
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| Transmission |
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| Drivetrain |
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| Body |
4dr SUV |
4dr SUV |
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Difference |
| Wheelbase |
106.5 in |
103.9 in |
2.6 in |
| Length |
182.3 in |
180.9 in |
1.4 in |
| Width |
72.4 in |
70.7 in |
1.7 in |
| Height |
66.3 in |
66.4 in |
-0.1 in |
| Curb Weight |
3393 lb. |
3296 lb. |
97 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity |
14.5 gal. |
15.9 gal. |
-1.4 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 |
41.6 in |
41.4 in |
0.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 |
56.6 in |
57.0 in |
-0.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 |
54.0 in |
0.0 in |
54 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 |
43.0 in |
43.0 in |
0 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 |
38.5 in |
39.8 in |
-1.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 |
55.9 in |
56.5 in |
-0.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 |
52.1 in |
0.0 in |
52.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 |
37.9 in |
38.0 in |
-0.1 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 |
34.6 in |
0.0 in |
34.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 |
49.3 in |
0.0 in |
49.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 |
42.0 in |
0.0 in |
42 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 |
31.4 in |
0.0 in |
31.4 in |
| Total Legroom |
112.3 in (over 3 rows) |
81 in (over 2 rows) |
31.3 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum |
9.4 ft3 |
34.4 ft3 |
-25 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 |
32.0 ft3 |
34.4 |
-2.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum |
70.0 ft3 |
74.7 ft3 |
-4.7 ft3 |
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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2015 Nissan Rogue
| 2014 |
Both the Rogue and the Forester have roomy rear seats mounted higher off the floor than most, and thus better suited for adult comfort and non-adult outward visibility. But only the Nissan has air vents back there.
The Rogue is also one of the only members of the segment to offer a third-row seat, the others being the Mitsubishi Outlander and the Kia Sorento (which in width and price actually falls between compact and midsize). Unlike in the others, though, you cannot get a third-row seat with the Rogue's top trim level. So you must choose between the third-row seat on the one hand and the SL's additional features (heated leather seats, Bose audio system, forward collision alert, LED headlights) on the other. You also cannot get the third-row seat with the panoramic sunroof.
The tested vehicle was the SL, so no third-row seat. Judging from the specs, it should be roomier than that in the Outlander, and about a match for that in the Sorento. Adults might fit in a pinch, but it's probably best to think of the seat as kids-only.
Combine this third-row seat availability with the Rogue's EPA ratings, and you have the most fuel-efficient vehicle that can seat seven (but not on leather).
see full Nissan Rogue review |
| 2015 Nissan Rogue Seat Room and Comfort: Cons |
| Year | Comment |
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The Rogue SL's leather-trimmed seats appear luxurious, but like those in some other recent Nissans (with the notable exception of the Altima) feel flat and overly firm. The power seat adjustments include height, but not tilt. Mazda has also started deleting the driver seat tilt adjustment, and both automakers deserve to be taken to task for this. Those with upright builds (including me) will find that the Rogue's front seat headrests jut too far forward. The Forester's front seats are more comfortable.
see full Nissan Rogue review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2015 Nissan Rogue
| 2014 |
4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L I4
CVT AWD |
In previous car, I had problems with leg pain after 2.5 hours. No such problem after multi-hour drives now. Still need an insert for back support.
see full Nissan Rogue review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2016 Subaru Forester
| 2015 |
4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
CVT AWD |
I'm 6'3" and often don't fit comfortable in vehicles. I found this had a very nice amount of front seat room. The center console tends to stay out of the way as well, some newer designs have the center stack moving into where my right knee would be. It's a very noticeable improvement over my previous 2009 Escape. I actually found the Forester more comfortable for me than the Outback. I was expecting the opposite.
see full Subaru Forester review |
| 2015 |
4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
CVT AWD |
After looking at Explorer's, I was surprised how much more room the Forester had in the back seat. Granted it doesn't have a third row, but if you don't need a 3rd row, the Forester is hard to beat in this segment for rear seat room. We can put a forward facing child seat in the back, move the front seat up a about 2 inches from all the way back and there's still plenty of front passenger room and my 1.5 year old son can't kick the back of the seat.
see full Subaru Forester review |
| 2016 Subaru Forester Seat Room and Comfort: Cons |
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2017 |
4dr SUV turbocharged 250hp 2.0L H4
8-speed shiftable CVT AWD |
- Terrible front seat support - The cushions are too short - It's not noticeable on a test drive right away. I would not have bought the car! Test drive extensively!
- Surfaces where your elbows would lay are too hard - I purchased foam pads to make it feel better.
- Tall drivers like myself will struggle with the telescoping wheel's short extension range.
- It is hard to get into a fully comfortable driving position. The memory seats in the XT help somewhat by retaining your seat settings if moved.
- Front seat cushions are too short - Yes I said this twice
- Front seat cushions are too short - Yes I said this THREE times!
Subaru are you listening? The front seat cushions are WAY TOO SHORT!
see full Subaru Forester review |
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