2024 Toyota Sequoia vs 2024 Nissan Rogue

The 2024 Nissan Rogue underwent its first major styling update since the 2021 model year. The Canadian lineup included S, SV Moonroof, SV Premium, SL, and Platinum trims. A new, larger grille complemented the stack headlights and daytime running lights, which were among the Rogue’s most distinctive features. The rear fascia saw minor changes with redesigned inner taillight elements. The Rogue SV received a new 18-inch wheel design, while the Platinum trim boasted a new 19-inch machined-finish wheel design and additional black exterior trim. Inside, the dashboard was updated to accommodate a new 12.3-inch infotainment touchscreen, enhancing the Rogue's premium feel. The Rogue SV models featured new materials throughout the interior, and the Platinum trim offered leather seats with quilted stitching and a new Chestnut brown colour option.

The 2024 Toyota Sequoia shared its platform and several design cues with the Tundra pickup, including hexagonal grilles and muscular stances. The exterior colour significantly influenced its appearance, with the Capstone model featuring more chrome brightwork. Inside, the Sequoia mirrored the Tundra’s blocky, geometric dashboard layout, with physical dials and buttons for climate control. The Capstone trim featured semi-aniline leather upholstery, while the base SR5 TRD Offroad trim had SofTex leatherette seating. All trims offered at least eight-way power-adjustable front seats. The Sequoia also came with a power-tilt and -slide moonroof, with a panoramic version standard on Platinum and Capstone trims.

The 2024 Nissan Rogue featured a 1.5-litre turbocharged three-cylinder engine, part of Nissan’s VC-Turbo lineup, which allowed it to vary its compression ratio for power or fuel economy. This engine produced 201 horsepower and 225 pound-feet of torque, outperforming competitors like the Honda CR-V and Subaru Forester. However, the continuously variable transmission (CVT) was slow to transfer power to the wheels, affecting the driving experience. The Rogue’s suspension was firmer than expected, impacting ride quality without improving handling. Despite these drawbacks, the engine’s performance was commendable, though the exhaust note was less impressive.

The 2024 Toyota Sequoia was exclusively offered in a hybrid format, utilizing Toyota’s iForce MAX hybrid powertrain. This system combined a twin-turbo V6 engine with an electric motor, producing 427 horsepower and 583 lb-ft of torque, a significant increase over its predecessor. The Sequoia’s fuel economy improved to 11.7 L/100 km combined with 4WD. It featured a part-time 4WD system with a selector for 4Hi, 4Lo, and 2WD. The 10-speed automatic transmission operated smoothly, and the on-road handling was adequate. The SR5 TRD Off-Road model offered adventure-readiness with unique tires, off-road suspension, and driver-assist features like Crawl Control. The Sequoia’s maximum towing capacity was 4,137 kilograms, with several towing-related upgrades available.

The 2024 Nissan Rogue offered competitive passenger space, with differences mainly in legroom compared to rivals. Its cargo space was 1,033 litres with rear seats in place and 2,098 litres with them folded. The optional Divide-N-Hide system allowed for flexible cargo configurations. The Rogue also featured a power liftgate and a motion-activated liftgate on higher trims. The centre console provided additional storage, though accessing the floor-level tray was awkward.

The 2024 Toyota Sequoia provided a maximum of 2,460 litres of cargo space with both second- and third-row seats folded. The second-row seats were easy to move for third-row access, but folding the third-row seats did not create a flat load floor due to the hybrid powertrain’s battery pack. This affected headroom and legroom, particularly in the third row. Second-row captain’s chairs were available on higher trims, offering width but lacking bolstering. The Sequoia’s interior space was behind some rivals but offered more front-row legroom than the Jeep Wagoneer.

The 2024 Nissan Rogue featured an 8-inch touchscreen with wired Apple CarPlay and Android Auto on lower trims, while SL and Platinum models received a 12.3-inch touchscreen with wireless connectivity and Google built-in apps. This system integrated Google Maps, Google Assistant, and the Google Play app store, though connectivity was free for only five years. The dual 12.3-inch screen setup improved the infotainment experience, despite occasional slow boot-up times. The Rogue also offered multiple USB ports and a wireless charging pad on higher trims. Nissan Connect Services extended its free trial period to three years, providing features like remote door lock/unlock and vehicle health reports.

The 2024 Toyota Sequoia’s Capstone trim was equipped with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, accessed through a 14-inch touchscreen on most trims. The Toyota Audio Multimedia system prioritized functionality over flashy design. A 12.3-inch driver information display was standard across all trims, and the Panoramic View monitor was included on higher trims. The 10-inch head-up display was standard on Capstone, and the 14-speaker JBL Premium Audio system was available on Limited and standard on Platinum and Capstone trims.

The 2024 Nissan Rogue received good safety scores from the IIHS and a five-star overall rating from the NHTSA. Standard safety features included automatic emergency braking, blind spot monitoring, and lane departure warning. ProPilot Assist, available on higher trims, offered advanced driver assistance with automated lane centring.

The 2024 Toyota Sequoia came standard with the Toyota Safety Sense 2.5 suite, including a pre-collision system, lane-departure alert, and adaptive cruise control. Front and rear parking sensors with automatic braking were also standard. The only optional driver aid was a trailer backup guide with Straight-Path Assist on higher trims. The Sequoia had not been rated by the IIHS or NHTSA, but the similar Tundra earned a Top Safety Pick+ designation.