2019 GMC Terrain vs 2019 Nissan Rogue

• 2019 GMC Terrain

  

  Starting at

  $25,000

  2019 Nissan Rogue

  

  Starting at

  $24,920

  3	Available Engines	1
  137-252 HP	Horsepower	170 HP
  22/28-28/39	Fuel Efficiency (City/Highway)	26/33
  1,500-3,500 LBS	Towing Capacity	1,102 LBS

  When shopping around for midsize SUVs, you may be taken aback while noticing striking similarities in appearance between the GMC Terrain and the Nissan Rogue. Do not be fooled, though. In a comparison study between the 2019 GMC Terrain vs 2019 Nissan Rogue, you will quickly notice that the devil is in the detail. Both vehicles feature sleekly designed modern exteriors with equally comfortable interior seating; each has the latest in safety design features and are definitely not wanting for cargo or storage space. But while Nissan’s Rogue is decently designed and constructed for its price tag, the Terrain is hands down a better-built SUV with more attention given in the design process to the driver’s wants and needs. Take a look for yourself at our side by side comparisons, and you will quickly notice the top their winner in the competition between 2019 GMC Terrain vs. 2019 Nissan Rogue…

• Performance

  

  It is not necessarily the option to choose between 3 engine types that put the GMC Terrain ahead of the Nissan Rogue. It is simply that the Rogue does not have enough power to measure up to the Terrain in performance capability. The Terrain’s lowest standard engine meets up to the Rogues highest standard engine. Just to give you an idea of where both vehicles stand.

  2019 GMC Terrain

  When it comes to engine performance, size really does matter; And the GMC Terrain is the clear standout when it comes to both engine size and high-performance capabilities. The Terrain offers the choice of three turbocharged four-cylinder engines, the largest being the highly recommended 252 horsepower turbocharged 2.0-Liter available on the SLE and SLT trim levels and standard on the Denali; of the selection, two are gas, and the other is an impressive fuel efficient 1.6-liter four-cylinder diesel that returns an estimated 40 mpg on the highway. Even with the standard 1.5-liter engine, you will still feel enough of a punch while accelerating while getting you up to cruising speed. Now granted, the smaller engine is less responsive at higher speeds due to fuel efficiency measures GMC put in place, but this is a hardly noticeable eco-friendly feature since highway speeds met generally only need to be maintained or decreased afterward. As far as the most impressive 2.0-Liter engine, it is capable of reaching 0-60 in only 6.8 seconds according to car and driver’s tests on the engine in a Terrain Denali. For a mid-size SUV, that is an unexpected and welcome surprise for a mid-size SUV. The final surprise where the Terrain outperforms is in its more than competent handling. Even while taking curves at higher speeds, the Terrain hugs each twist and turn giving the driver a feeling of driving a much sportier vehicle.

  2019 Nissan Rogue

  Whereas the Terrain has three engine types to choose from, the Nissan Rogue only offers two with almost no measurable difference between either save fuel economy. The choice when going Rogue is between a tepid 170 horsepower 2.5-Liter four cylinder standard engine or the slightly improved 176 horse-powered hybrid model. Let’s just say the Nissan Rogue is never first to the party. The Rogue does get points for matching the horsepower of the Terrain’s standard engine, but a poor performance from its’ continuously variable automatic transmission (CVT) immediately negates them. The vehicle has no pick-up and go attitude which is highly noticeable when attempting to accelerate quickly; the resounding noise from the engine as you merge onto the highway might give you pause as you may think you are red lining. Edmunds measured a sluggish 9.3 seconds from 0-60mph making the Rogue quite possibly one of the slowest mid-size SUVs on the market.

• Utility

  

  A mid-size SUV ike the 2019 GMC Terrain vs 2019 Nissan Rogue is not expected to be the heavy duty go to vehicle for towing and hauling. However, it should be able to be at least able to tow something bigger than a trailer. The Terrain ends up outperforming most mid-size SUVs with its’ maximum tow capacity while the Rogue, although more spacious on the interior, underperforms even by just industry standards.

  2019 GMC Terrain

  If utility was only measured by the amount of cargo space, the Terrain would appear evenly matched to Nissan’s Rogue. Albeit slightly less room than the Rogue, the Terrain’s 63 cubic feet of cargo space is more than enough room for any mid-sized haul. Driver-oriented additions such as small trays, cubbies, and bins placed throughout the vehicle really make a difference showing that designers kept the modern family and their devices in mind. The fold-flat front passenger seat is also an inventive option to increase any lacking space needed for larger hauls. And speaking of hauls, the 2.0-liter turbo four is capable of towing up to an impressive 3,500 pounds truly making the Terrain even more of an all-terrain vehicle; the standard and diesel engines are limited to 1500 pounds, but that is not much of a limit given it’s for a mid-size SUV. In the end, the GMC Terrain outperforms and outclasses the Nissan Rogue through towing capacity as well as the interior additions of various driver minded personal cargo spaces.

  2019 Nissan Rogue

  The Rogue is no slouch when it comes to cargo space and even slightly bests the Terrain in space alone. If all you needed was room to haul, the Rogue’s 32 cubic feet with the second row up and 70 cubic feet with seats folded down would suit you fine. However, hauling people in that space is not so amenable; particularly in the case of small children, car seat installation can prove challenging due to design flaws and space for personal items is severely limited; these seemingly trivial challenges surely displays a lack of design focus on the driver and passengers’ needs. Nissan made sure the Rogue has the luggage room for say a family trip but entirely forgot about the needs of the family taking that trip. The real letdown, though, is the Rogue’s subpar towing capacity even for a mid-size SUV; at the 1,100-pound limit, you would be lucky if you could even tow a small U-Haul trailer. The vehicle fails to even measure up to typical standard features of any mid-size SUV much less GMC’s Terrain.

• Technology

  

  The latest up-to-date tech is expected in any new vehicle, and both vehicles do not disappoint in the tech department. So it comes down to the quality and intuitive design of the infotainment system to decide which vehicle wins. Between the 2019 GMC Terrain vs 2019 Nissan Rogue the Rogue’s outdated and lower quality infotainment system places the GMC Terrain at the top in tech.

  2019 GMC Terrain

  The Terrain makes up for any shortcomings with impressive tech on the interior; in an inclusive customer conscious move, GMC offers the majority of tech features as standard throughout their lineup. 6 USB ports will have you fully charged no matter how far or long you travel, and Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and an onboard Wi-Fi hotspot come standard no matter the trim level. The Terrain’s infotainment center is user-friendly with intuitive menu options from clearly displayed graphics. The screen size alters between 7-inch and 8-inch dependant on which trim level you choose, the upper trims of course receiving the 8.

  As far as the hands-free crowd, voice control responds well as long you stick to some standard prompts. The Terrain also offers with the latest in safety features including automated emergency braking, lane-keeping assist, and adaptive cruise control. Advancements in safety feature technology also allow for driver’s to include their preferred personal settings in the software. It is that personal touch that keeps the 2019 GMC Terrain a step above any mid-size SUV.

  2019 Nissan Rogue

  You will find many of the same tech features for the Rogue, but once again the quality is not comparable. The infotainment system is clumsy, and the menus appear disjointed popping up at random; it takes a decent amount of trial and error button smashing on the 7inch standard screen before you feel comfortable, and even then you may get lost in the menu at night. Outdated physical buttons around the screen are almost a testament to the systems apparent failings. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto come standard, but 4G LTE Wi-Fi does not. It is being offered as a dealer-installed accessory.

  The Nissan Rogue gains some headway with the same inclusive line of safety features as the Terrain somewhat making up for the insufficient and outdated tech. They received a Top Safety Pick honor from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety with features like adaptive cruise control and lane-keeping assist. They even improved these two driver assists by essentially merging them into one program; coined the ProPilot Assist, the technology was made available for the 2018 Rogue as an optional system.

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