Which has lower long-term cost — Honda HR-V or Nissan Rogue?

Based on national-average assumptions, the Honda HR-V is about $6,251 cheaper to own over 5 years. The breakdown includes depreciation, insurance, fuel or energy, maintenance, financing, and registration. Your localized total may differ based on state fuel prices, insurance rates, and EV registration fees.

Which is cheaper to insure — Honda HR-V or Nissan Rogue?

Insurance varies by state, ZIP code, age, and credit tier. Enter a ZIP to see a localized estimate; both vehicles' national-average premiums are shown on the compare page.

Which depreciates faster — Honda HR-V or Nissan Rogue?

Depreciation over the first five years is itemized in the cost breakdown. Luxury and EV models typically lose more value in early years; segment leaders and Toyota/Honda hold value better.

Is the Honda HR-V better than the Nissan Rogue?

It depends on how you drive. The compare page scores both vehicles across five pillars — cost of ownership, powertrain, driver assistance, livability, and safety — combined into one MotiveGrid Score, alongside a 5-year cost breakdown and a clear verdict. Pick the one whose strengths match how you actually use a car.

Why do these two vehicles get different ADAS (driver-assist) scores?

Our ADAS scale weighs sensor stack (radar + camera vs camera-only), hands-free operating domain (highway vs any divided road), driver-monitoring quality (eye-tracking vs torque sensor), and whether the system gets OTA improvements. Two vehicles can advertise the same feature names and still score 20+ points apart once operating envelope and update cadence are accounted for.

Head-to-head · vehicle level

Honda HR-V vs. Nissan Rogue

Honda HR-V 78Nissan Rogue 71on the MotiveGrid ScoreHonda HR-V about $6,251 less over 5 years

The verdict

The 2026 Honda HR-V is the cheaper one to own — roughly $6,251 less over five years, mostly because it holds its value better. The Nissan Rogue counters with better mileage (32 vs 28 mpg combined) and more cargo room (31.6 vs 24.4 cu ft).

Go with the Honda HR-V for the better long-term value; consider the Nissan Rogue if you prioritize better gas mileage and more cargo space.

Last updated July 2026 · National-average estimates

Honda HR-V vs. Nissan Rogue

MotiveGrid scores, key specs, and five-year cost comparison: 2026 Honda HR-V versus 2026 Nissan Rogue.
Metric	Honda HR-V	Nissan Rogue
MotiveGrid Score	78	71
Cost of Ownership	91	82
Powertrain	62	59
Driver Assistance	43	0
Livability	54	56
Safety	79	94
5-Year Cost to Own	$37,922	$44,173
Depreciation (5-yr)	$8,533	$14,923
Fuel / Energy (5-yr)	$12,027	$10,263
Insurance (5-yr)	$9,135	$9,640
Maintenance (5-yr)	$1,915	$2,340
Tires (5-yr)	$1,500	$1,750
Financing (5-yr)	$3,987	$4,377
Registration (5-yr)	$825	$880
Starting Price	$26,500	$29,090
Horsepower	158 hp	201 hp
MPG (combined)	28 mpg	32 mpg
Cargo volume	24.4 cu ft	31.6 cu ft
Seating	5	5
Towing capacity	—	1,500 lbs
Drivetrain	FWD	FWD

Gas

2026$26,500

2026 Honda HR-V subcompact SUV in three-quarter front view

MSRP

$26,500

Mo · 5yr

$632

$37,922 / 5 years

Best for long-term savings

Gas

2026$29,090

2026 Nissan Rogue Platinum AWD front three-quarter view

MSRP

$29,090

Mo · 5yr

$736

$44,173 / 5 years

Best for families

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 HR-V scores higher overall.

Honda HR-V

/ 100

Nissan Rogue

/ 100

CostFive-year all-in cost to own, benchmarked against the class median.

HR-V

Rogue

Winner: HR-V

$6,251 cheaper / 5 yrs

Strong projected resale value

PowertrainEnergy efficiency paired with long-term ownership confidence.

HR-V

Rogue

Winner: HR-V

+3 pts

Driver AssistHighway driving support, parking convenience, and hands-free automation.

HR-V

Rogue

Winner: HR-V

+43 pts

Strong highway driving support

LivabilityPassenger space, cargo room, and everyday maneuverability.

HR-V

Rogue

Winner: Rogue

+2 pts

SafetyCrash-test protection plus standard crash-avoidance features.

HR-V

Rogue

Winner: Rogue

+15 pts

IIHS Top Safety Pick

Full standard crash-avoidance suite

Compare safety features →

Which vehicle is right for you

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Honda HR-V is the better pick for long-term ownership — about $6,251 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 HR-V

Cheapest to own across 5 years

Family hauler

Nissan Rogue

Much stronger safety with more cargo room

Highway driver

Honda HR-V

Better adaptive cruise + lane keep

City driver

Honda HR-V

Easiest to park and maneuver in tight spots

Cost of Ownership

Monthly running costs — national baseline.

Adjust for your situation

State

Miles/yr15,000

Loan rate7%

Down payment20%

Honda HR-V

Monthly · 5-Year avg

$632

$37,922 total / 5 years

Total · monthly$632/mo

Nissan Rogue

Monthly · 5-Year avg

$736

$44,173 total / 5 years

Total · monthly$736/mo

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On fuel + maintenance alone, the pricier Nissan Rogue recoups its $2,590 price premium in 9.7 years ($268/yr in savings). Depreciation and insurance aren’t included in this payback view.

Frequently asked questions

Honda HR-V comes out about $6,251 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.

Honda HR-V vs. Nissan Rogue

Five measured pillars, weighted into one score.

Which vehicle is right for you

Cost of Ownership

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