Honda CR-V 75·Nissan Rogue 71on the MotiveGrid Score·Honda CR-V about $4,740 less over 5 years
The verdict
The 2026 Honda CR-V is the cheaper one to own — roughly $4,740 less over five years, mostly because it holds its value better.
The Honda CR-V is the stronger all-round pick here — cheaper to own with little given up in return.
Last updated May 2026 · National-average estimates
Honda CR-V vs. Nissan Rogue
MotiveGrid scores, key specs, and five-year cost comparison: 2026 Honda CR-V versus 2026 Nissan Rogue.
Metric
Honda CR-V
Nissan Rogue
MotiveGrid Score
75
71
Cost of Ownership
90
82
Powertrain
59
59
Driver Assistance
43
0
Livability
56
56
Safety
72
94
5-Year Cost to Own
$39,583
$44,323
Depreciation (5-yr)
$9,431
$14,923
Fuel / Energy (5-yr)
$11,225
$10,263
Insurance (5-yr)
$9,650
$9,640
Maintenance (5-yr)
$1,960
$2,490
Tires (5-yr)
$1,750
$1,750
Financing (5-yr)
$4,652
$4,377
Registration (5-yr)
$915
$880
Starting Price
$30,920
$29,090
Horsepower
190 hp
201 hp
MPG (combined)
30 mpg
32 mpg
Cargo volume
39.3 cu ft
31.6 cu ft
Seating
5
5
Towing capacity
—
1,500 lbs
Drivetrain
FWD
FWD
Gas
2026$30,920
MSRP
$30,920
Mo · 5yr
$660
$39,583 / 5 years
Best for long-term savings
Gas
2026$29,090
MSRP
$29,090
Mo · 5yr
$739
$44,323 / 5 years
Best for families
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01 · The MotiveGrid Score
Five measured pillars, weighted into one score.
Cost, Powertrain, Driver Assistance, Livability, and Safety — each scored against its class, then combined into a single MotiveGrid Score. Built by our engineering team and benchmarked against independent sources like NHTSA, IIHS, and CarEdge. How it’s calculated →
Honda CR-V scores higher overall.
Honda CR-V
0
/ 100
Nissan Rogue
0
/ 100
CostFive-year all-in cost to own, benchmarked against the class median.
CR-V
90
Rogue
82
Winner: CR-V
$4,740 cheaper / 5 yrs
Strong projected resale value▲
PowertrainEnergy efficiency paired with long-term ownership confidence.
CR-V
59
Rogue
59
Evenly matched
Driver AssistHighway driving support, parking convenience, and hands-free automation.
CR-V
43
Rogue
0
Winner: CR-V
+43 pts
Strong highway driving support▲
LivabilityPassenger space, cargo room, and everyday maneuverability.
CR-V
56
Rogue
56
Evenly matched
SafetyCrash-test protection plus standard crash-avoidance features.
Honda CR-V is the better pick for long-term ownership — about $4,740 cheaper over 5 years with stronger fundamentals on running cost.
Nissan Rogue still wins if your priority is best for families.
Daily commuter
Nissan Rogue
Lowest energy cost per mile
Budget-focused
Honda CR-V
Cheapest to own across 5 years
Family hauler
Nissan Rogue
Much stronger safety
Highway driver
Honda CR-V
Better adaptive cruise + lane keep
City driver
Nissan Rogue
Easiest to park and maneuver in tight spots
03
Cost of Ownership
Monthly running costs — national baseline.
Adjust for your situation
State
Miles/yr15,000
Loan rate7%
Down payment20%
Honda CR-V
Monthly · 5-Year avg
$660
$39,583 total / 5 years
Total · monthly$660/mo
Nissan Rogue
Monthly · 5-Year avg
$739
$44,323 total / 5 years
Total · monthly$739/mo
04
Frequently asked questions
Honda CR-V comes out about $4,740 cheaper over 5 years on running costs (depreciation, fuel/energy, insurance, maintenance, financing). The gap shifts with your state, annual miles, and loan rate — use the "Adjust for your situation" panel above.
