The 2012 Kia Sportage vs. the 2012 Nissan Rogue

 The 2012 Kia Sportage is a family-minded crossover that reaps the rewards of Kia's emphasis on reliability, safety, and efficiency, and Pat McGrath Kia is proud to be Monticello, IA's source for this trend-setting vehicle. We believe that the new Sportage is an incredible vehicle that can meet any of a wide range of needs, but the Sportage stands out particularly well when compared to its competition. When put in relation to, for instance, the Nissan Rogue, the all-around superiority of the 2012 Sportage is most obviously demonstrated. For the purposes of this comparison, similarly priced trims of each vehicle will be compared: the 2012 Kia Sportage EX FWD and the 2012 Nissan Rogue SV FWD.

Superior Safety and Efficiency

While Kia's compact crossover has a more powerful engine than the Rogue - clocking in at 176 hp versus the Rogue's 170 hp - it is in family-oriented features where the 2012 Kia Sportage really distances itself from its competition. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the 2012 Sportage performs better than the Rogue on both driver and passenger crash tests, and it provides a standard Hill Start Assist system, unlike the Nissan model. Kia's crossover also provides important safety features like auto-off headlights and fog lamps standard, whereas they are available only for an additional price for the Rogue.

Superior Comfort and Space

In terms of you and your family's comfort, the Kia vehicle also comes out ahead. With standard automatic climate and dual-zone temperature control (a feature that is not available on the Rogue), the Sportage is sure to keep your family comfortable, and simple features like a standard cargo area power outlet (a feature that again is unavailable in the Rogue) are sure to make the it your go-to vehicle for family outings. Finally, the superior passenger volume of the Sportage (100 cubic feet to the Rogue's 97.5 cubic feet) makes it the easy choice in its class.

Visit McGrath Kia Today

At McGrath Kia, we know how hard it is to find a family vehicle that is comfortable, safe, and fuel-efficient, but we firmly believe that the 2012 Kia Sportage meets all of these characteristics - all while still being fun to drive. But you do not simply have to listen to us - stop by McGrath Kia near Monticello, IA to test drive the 2012 Sportage today and see for yourself why this vehicle blows away the competition.