Honda CR-V vs Mitsubishi Outlander vs Nissan Rogue
Real out-the-door prices, every trim, every spec, and an honest verdict on each.
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The verdict
Photo finish
The 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander edges ahead by just 0.1 points — inside our margin for calling it, so there's no clear winner on the numbers. Let your priorities pick: the cheapest, the most efficient, or the one owners rave about below.
2026 Mitsubishi Outlander
59.199999999999996
2026 Honda CR-V
59.1
2026 Nissan Rogue
55.6
How the winner is called: price up to 20 pts, fuel economy up to 15, owner evidence up to 15, editor verdict up to 12, driving impressions up to 10, power up to 8, seats up to 5, safety awards up to 5. A category only counts when every compared car has that data, the category leader always earns its full weight, and a winner is only declared when the lead is 8+ points. Computed live from stored specs and sourced owner quotes — no opinions.
The Scoreboard
No feelings, just receipts — each point below is computed straight from the spec sheet.
2026 Nissan Rogue
$30,620 incl. destination — $1,120 less than the runner-up
2026 Nissan Rogue
30/37 city/hwy
2026 Nissan Rogue
201 hp
2026 Mitsubishi Outlander
7 seats
The bottom line
Early points to the 2026 Nissan Rogue and the 2026 Nissan Rogue and the 2026 Nissan Rogue and the 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander. Start with the 2026 Nissan Rogue at $30,620 if the monthly payment decides, then read the spec sheet below — every point above comes straight from it.
Honda · Compact SUV
2026 Honda CR-V
“Unmatched interior packaging and rear-seat space”
See the full reviewTrim-Level Comparison
Pick a specific trim for each model to compare exact equipment and features side-by-side.
Trim Price (incl. dest.)
- CR-V$34,600
- Outlander$34,090
- Rogue$32,310
Est. Monthly, Brand Financing (60 mo)
- CR-V$685/mo
- Outlander$675/mo
- Rogue$640/mo
vs. Base Trim
- CR-V+$2,230
- Outlander+$2,350
- Rogue+$1,690
| CR-V EX | Outlander LE | Rogue SV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trim Price (incl. dest.) | $34,600 | $34,090 | $32,310 |
| Est. Monthly, Brand Financing (60 mo) | $685/mo | $675/mo | $640/mo |
| vs. Base Trim | +$2,230 | +$2,350 | +$1,690 |
9 of 9 features shown
CR-VOutlanderRogue
1.5L Turbocharged Engine
Included Not included Not included
Heated Front Seats
Included Not included Not included
Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control
Included Not included Not included
12.3-inch Smartphone-link Display Audio
Not included Included Not included
Yamaha Premium 8-speaker Audio
Not included Included Not included
20-inch Black Alloy Wheels
Not included Included Not included
Panoramic Sunroof
Not included Included Not included
ProPILOT Assist
Not included Not included Included
18-inch Alloy Wheels
Not included Not included Included
| 1.5L Turbocharged Engine | Included | Not included | Not included |
| Heated Front Seats | Included | Not included | Not included |
| Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control | Included | Not included | Not included |
| 12.3-inch Smartphone-link Display Audio | Not included | Included | Not included |
| Yamaha Premium 8-speaker Audio | Not included | Included | Not included |
| 20-inch Black Alloy Wheels | Not included | Included | Not included |
| Panoramic Sunroof | Not included | Included | Not included |
| ProPILOT Assist | Not included | Not included | Included |
| 18-inch Alloy Wheels | Not included | Not included | Included |
Feature lists reflect cumulative standard equipment for each trim, a trim includes everything from lower trims plus its own additions. The monthly figure is the trim price over 60 months at an assumed 7% markup with $0 down, an estimate for financing through the brand's own financial company. That markup is profit on a cost-plus sale, not the Loan Excess, because the financier owns the car it sells. The 7% is an assumption for illustration, not a rate anyone is quoted.
Mitsubishi · Compact SUV
2026 Mitsubishi Outlander
“Standard three-row seating in a compact footprint”
See the full reviewFull Spec Sheet
Every detail side by side: pricing, power, efficiency, seating, where each car is built, safety recognition, and the honest verdict on each.
Pricing & Financing
Base MSRP
- CR-V$30,920
- Outlander$29,995
- Rogue$29,230
Est. dealer invoice
- CR-V$28,446
- Outlander$27,595
- Rogue$26,892
Destination fee
- CR-V$1,450
- Outlander$1,745
- Rogue$1,390
Total base price (incl. dest.)
- CR-V$32,370
- Outlander$31,740
- Rogue$30,620
Est. monthly, brand financing (60 mo)
- CR-V$641/mo
- Outlander$628/mo
- Rogue$606/mo
Trims offered
- CR-V3 (from $30,920)
- Outlander4 (from $29,995)
- Rogue4 (from $29,230)
Powertrain & Efficiency
Powertrain options
- CR-V1.5T I-4, 2.0L Hybrid
- Outlander1.5L Turbo Mild Hybrid, Plug-in Hybrid (PHEV)
- Rogue1.5L Turbo 3-Cylinder
Horsepower
- CR-V190 hp
- Outlander174 hp
- Rogue201 hp
Fuel economy
- CR-V28/34 city/hwy
- Outlander26/31 city/hwy
- Rogue30/37 city/hwy
Seating
- CR-V5 seats
- Outlander7 seats
- Rogue5 seats
Build & Safety
Body type
- CR-VCompact SUV
- OutlanderCompact SUV
- RogueCompact SUV
Assembly location
- CR-VMarysville, OH & Greensburg, IN, USA
- OutlanderKurashiki, Okayama, Japan
- RogueKyushu, Japan & Smyrna, TN, USA
Safety awards & ratings
- CR-VIIHS Top Safety Pick (2026)
- OutlanderIIHS Top Safety Pick+ (2024)
- RogueIIHS Top Safety Pick (2026)
Honest Verdict
Recommended trim
- CR-VSport Hybrid
- OutlanderSE
- RogueSV
Trim to skip
- CR-VLX
- OutlanderES
- RogueS
Key rivals
- CR-VToyota RAV4, Mazda CX-5, Hyundai Tucson
- OutlanderNissan Rogue, Honda CR-V, Kia Sorento
- RogueHonda CR-V, Toyota RAV4, Mazda CX-5
| |  | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pricing & Financing | |||
| Base MSRP | $30,920 | $29,995 | $29,230 |
| Est. dealer invoice | $28,446 | $27,595 | $26,892 |
| Destination fee | $1,450 | $1,745 | $1,390 |
| Total base price (incl. dest.) | $32,370 | $31,740 | $30,620 |
| Est. monthly, brand financing (60 mo) | $641/mo | $628/mo | $606/mo |
| Trims offered | 3 (from $30,920) | 4 (from $29,995) | 4 (from $29,230) |
| Powertrain & Efficiency | |||
| Powertrain options | 1.5T I-4, 2.0L Hybrid | 1.5L Turbo Mild Hybrid, Plug-in Hybrid (PHEV) | 1.5L Turbo 3-Cylinder |
| Horsepower | 190 hp | 174 hp | 201 hp |
| Fuel economy | 28/34 city/hwy | 26/31 city/hwy | 30/37 city/hwy |
| Seating | 5 seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Build & Safety | |||
| Body type | Compact SUV | Compact SUV | Compact SUV |
| Assembly location | Marysville, OH & Greensburg, IN, USA | Kurashiki, Okayama, Japan | Kyushu, Japan & Smyrna, TN, USA |
| Safety awards & ratings | IIHS Top Safety Pick (2026) | IIHS Top Safety Pick+ (2024) | IIHS Top Safety Pick (2026) |
| Honest Verdict | |||
| Recommended trim | Sport Hybrid | SE | SV |
| Trim to skip | LX | ES | S |
| Key rivals | Toyota RAV4, Mazda CX-5, Hyundai Tucson | Nissan Rogue, Honda CR-V, Kia Sorento | Honda CR-V, Toyota RAV4, Mazda CX-5 |
Dealer invoice is an estimate from MSRP minus typical brand holdback and advertising fees when the exact figure isn't published. Monthly is the total base price over 60 months at an assumed 7% markup, $0 down — an illustration for financing through the brand's own financial company, not a quoted rate.
Nissan · Compact SUV
2026 Nissan Rogue
“Class-leading highway fuel economy for a non-hybrid SUV”
See the full reviewPros & Cons at a Glance
Honest verdicts side by side to help you decide.
Honda CR-V
Compact SUV
Pros
- Unmatched interior packaging and rear-seat space
- Intuitive physical controls for climate and audio
- Strong projected resale value and reliability record
Cons
- Infotainment screen is small compared to modern competitors
- Base LX trim feels a bit sparse for the price point
Mitsubishi Outlander
Compact SUV
Pros
- Standard three-row seating in a compact footprint
- Bold and distinctive exterior styling
- Upscale interior cabin that rivals luxury brands
Cons
- Third-row legroom is strictly limited
- Engine performance is modest compared to turbocharged rivals
Nissan Rogue
Compact SUV
Pros
- Class-leading highway fuel economy for a non-hybrid SUV
- Exceptional seat comfort and thoughtful interior storage
- Highly competitive standard safety and driver-assistance tech
Cons
- Small-displacement engine lacks the refinement of larger four-cylinders
- Base S trim lacks several features that are standard on top rivals
How They Drive
Real driving impressions: what each car does well and where it falls short.
Honda CR-V
Performance
- Smooth, linear power delivery from the 1.5T engine
- Refined CVT behavior compared to previous generations
- The engine can become noisy under heavy wide-open-throttle acceleration
Handling
- Precise, well-weighted steering that inspires confidence
- Excellent body control with minimal roll in corners
- Lacks the playful engagement found in the Mazda CX-5
Comfort
- Class-leading rear legroom and seat comfort
- Exceptional visibility and ergonomic control placement
- Highway wind noise is slightly more noticeable than in premium rivals
Mitsubishi Outlander
Performance
- Smooth power delivery from the 1.5L mild hybrid system
- Excellent stop-start refinement in heavy traffic
- Sufficient low-end torque for city driving
- 174 hp can feel strained when the vehicle is fully loaded with seven passengers
- Engine noise becomes noticeable during hard acceleration
Handling
- Super All-Wheel Control (S-AWC) offers confidence in inclement weather
- Light steering makes urban parking maneuvers effortless
- Stable and planted feel on the highway
- Noticeable body roll when taking corners at higher speeds
- Lacks the steering feedback found in sportier rivals
Comfort
- Impressively quiet cabin at highway speeds
- High-quality interior materials feel premium to the touch
- Supportive front seats for long-distance travel
- The third row is very cramped and only suitable for children
- Ride can be slightly firm over sharp bumps with the 20-inch wheels
Nissan Rogue
Performance
- Variable compression technology delivers strong 201 hp output
- Low-end torque is excellent for city merging and passing
- Three-cylinder engine note can be coarse under heavy acceleration
- CVT still exhibits some 'droning' during extended climbs
Handling
- Light, easy steering makes urban maneuvering effortless
- Excellent highway stability with minimal corrective input required
- Lacks the steering feedback and engagement of sportier rivals
- Significant body roll if pushed hard into corners
Comfort
- Zero Gravity seats are arguably the best in the compact SUV segment
- Impressive cabin quietness at highway speeds
- Ride quality can be slightly firm on the Platinum trim's 19-inch wheels
- Rear seat bench is a bit flat for long-distance adult passengers
What Real Owners Say
No AI flattery — actual humans, actual threads, actual receipts. Every quote links to the forum or community it came from.
Honda · owner evidence
CR-V
15 months in, hybrid owners still love it
“Same AWD hybrid CR-V, but I got it close to 15 months ago and now have 17K miles on it. I love it.”
r/crv on Reddit ↗Hybrid returns 38–40+ mpg in real-world use
“Even still, the CR-V hybrid returns about 38 MPG for her. When I'm behind the wheel, I can coax it over 40 on highways.”
r/crv on Reddit ↗Seat comfort divides taller drivers
“Main concern is seat comfort. Most of the folks that find the seats uncomfortable are tall.”
r/crv on Reddit ↗Highway road noise
“I hate how noisy they are on the highway... I will sometimes wear noise canceling earbuds.”
r/crv on Reddit ↗Mitsubishi · owner evidence
Outlander
Owner reviews for this one are still being gathered — check back soon.
Nissan · owner evidence
Rogue
Owner reviews for this one are still being gathered — check back soon.
Quotes are real posts from public owner forums and communities, lightly edited for length and linked to the original discussion. They are individual experiences — they do not measure overall satisfaction, and yours may vary.
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