Compare the2026 Mazda CX-70VS 2026 Nissan Rogue

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Reliability
Engine
Fuel Economy and Range
Brakes and Stopping
Tires and Wheels
Suspension and Handling
Passenger Space
Cargo Capacity
Towing
Servicing Ease
Ergonomics

Safety

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The CX-70 SC Plus/Premium has a standard Secondary Collision Reduction System, which automatically applies the brakes in the event of a crash to help prevent secondary collisions and prevent further injuries. The Rogue doesn’t offer a post collision braking system: in the event of a collision that triggers the airbags, more collisions are possible without the protection of airbags that may have already deployed.

To provide maximum traction and stability on all roads, All-Wheel Drive is standard on the CX-70. But it costs extra on the Rogue.

Both the CX-70 and Rogue have Rear Cross Traffic Alert, but the CX-70 has Rear Cross Traffic Braking (automatically applies the brakes) to better prevent a collision when backing near traffic. The Rogue’s Rear Cross Traffic Alert doesn’t automatically brake.

Both the CX-70 and the Rogue have standard driver and passenger frontal airbags, front side-impact airbags, driver and front passenger knee airbags, side-impact head airbags, front and rear seatbelt pretensioners, height adjustable front shoulder belts, four-wheel antilock brakes, traction control, electronic stability systems to prevent skidding, crash mitigating brakes, daytime running lights, lane departure warning systems, blind spot warning systems, rearview cameras, rear cross-path warning, driver alert monitors and available around view monitors.

The Mazda CX-70 weighs 972 to 1721 pounds more than the Nissan Rogue. The NHTSA advises that heavier vehicles are much safer in collisions than their significantly lighter counterparts.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration does 35 MPH front crash tests on new vehicles. In this test, results indicate that the Mazda CX-70 is safer than the Nissan Rogue:

	CX-70	Rogue
OVERALL STARS	5 Stars	4 Stars
	Driver
STARS	4 Stars	4 Stars
HIC	116	261
Neck Stress	318 lbs.	403 lbs.
	Passenger
STARS	4 Stars	4 Stars
HIC	255	319
Chest Compression	.5 inches	.6 inches
Neck Stress	96 lbs.	193 lbs.
Neck Compression	83 lbs.	103 lbs.
Leg Forces (l/r)	253/344 lbs.	481/312 lbs.

New test not comparable to pre-2011 test results. More stars = Better. Lower test results = Better.

The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety does 40 MPH moderate front offset crash tests on new cars. In this updated test, results indicate that the CX-70 is safer than the Rogue:

	CX-70	Rogue
Overall Evaluation	GOOD	ACCEPTABLE
Structure	GOOD	GOOD
	Driver Injury Measures
Head/Neck Rating	GOOD	GOOD
Head Injury Criterion	64	216
Neck Injury Chance	16%	26%
Chest Rating	GOOD	GOOD
Thigh/hip Rating	GOOD	GOOD
Leg/foot Rating	GOOD	GOOD
Leg Forces L/R	270/270 pounds	450/517 pounds
Restraints	GOOD	GOOD
	Rear Passenger Injury Measures
Head/Neck Rating	GOOD	ACCEPTABLE
Chest Rating	GOOD	ACCEPTABLE
Thigh Rating	GOOD	GOOD
Restraints	GOOD	ACCEPTABLE

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration does side impact tests on new vehicles. In this test, which crashes the vehicle into a flat barrier at 38.5 MPH and into a post at 20 MPH, results indicate that the Mazda CX-70 is safer than the Nissan Rogue:

	CX-70	Rogue
	Front Seat
STARS	5 Stars	5 Stars
HIC	53	95
Hip Force	174 lbs.	339 lbs.
	Rear Seat
STARS	5 Stars	5 Stars
HIC	21	162
Spine Acceleration	27 G’s	31 G’s
Hip Force	416 lbs.	513 lbs.
	Into Pole
STARS	5 Stars	5 Stars
Max Damage Depth	12 inches	13 inches

New test not comparable to pre-2011 test results. More stars = Better. Lower test results = Better.

Side impacts caused 23% of all road fatalities in 2018, down from 29% in 2003, when the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety introduced its side barrier test. In order to continue improving vehicle safety, the IIHS has started using a more severe side impact test: 37 MPH (up from 31 MPH), with a 4180-pound barrier (up from 3300 pounds). The results of this newly developed test demonstrates that the Mazda CX-70 is safer than the Rogue:

	CX-70	Rogue
Overall Evaluation	GOOD	GOOD
Structure	GOOD	GOOD
	Driver Injury Measures
Head/Neck	GOOD	GOOD
Head Injury Criterion	104	209
Neck Tension	45 lbs.	156 lbs.
Torso	GOOD	GOOD
Shoulder Deflection	.28 in	.98 in
Shoulder Force	134 lbs.	357 lbs.
Pelvis	GOOD	GOOD
Pelvis Force	513 lbs.	848 lbs.
Head Protection	GOOD	GOOD
	Passenger Injury Measures
Head/Neck	GOOD	GOOD
Head Injury Criterion	18	123
Neck Compression	67 lbs.	134 lbs.
Torso	GOOD	ACCEPTABLE
Shoulder Deflection	.39 in	.91 in
Shoulder Force	156 lbs.	290 lbs.
Torso Max Deflection	.75 in	1.42 in
Torso Deflection Rate	7 MPH	8 MPH
Pelvis	GOOD	GOOD
Head Protection	GOOD	GOOD

Instrumented handling tests conducted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and analysis of its dimensions indicate that the CX-70 is 2.4% to 5.2% less likely to roll over than the Rogue.

The Mazda CX-70 has achieved the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety’s (IIHS) highest rating of “Top Safety Pick Plus” for the 2025 model year. This distinction is based on its exceptional performance in IIHS’ rigorous battery of safety tests. Specifically, it earned a “Good” rating in the latest, more stringent moderate overlap front crash test, a “Good” result in the updated side impact test, and a “Good” score in the revised pedestrian crash prevention test. The Rogue is only a standard “Top Safety Pick” for 2025.

Reliability

J.D. Power and Associates rated the CX-70 second among midsize suvs in their 2025 Initial Quality Study. The Rogue was rated third in its category.

J.D. Power and Associates’ 2025 survey of the owners of three-year-old vehicles provides the statistics that show that Mazda vehicles are more reliable than Nissan vehicles. J.D. Power ranks Mazda third in reliability, above the industry average. With 54 more problems per 100 vehicles, Nissan is ranked 23rd.

From surveys of all its subscribers, Consumer Reports’ March 2025 Auto Issue reports that Mazda vehicles are more reliable than Nissan vehicles. Consumer Reports ranks Mazda 6 places higher in reliability than Nissan.

Engine

The CX-70’s standard 3.3 turbo 6-cylinder hybrid produces 79 more horsepower (280 vs. 201) and 107 lbs.-ft. more torque (332 vs. 225) than the Rogue’s 1.5 turbo 3-cylinder. The CX-70 PHEV’s standard 2.5 DOHC 4-cylinder hybrid produces 122 more horsepower (323 vs. 201) and 144 lbs.-ft. more torque (369 vs. 225) than the Rogue’s 1.5 turbo 3-cylinder. The CX-70 Turbo S’ standard 3.3 turbo 6-cylinder hybrid produces 139 more horsepower (340 vs. 201) and 144 lbs.-ft. more torque (369 vs. 225) than the Rogue’s 1.5 turbo 3-cylinder.

As tested in Motor Trend the CX-70 PHEV 2.5 DOHC 4-cylinder hybrid is faster than the Nissan Rogue:

	CX-70	Rogue
Zero to 60 MPH	6 sec	8.8 sec
Quarter Mile	14.4 sec	16.6 sec
Speed in 1/4 Mile	97.1 MPH	85 MPH

Fuel Economy and Range

The CX-70 PHEV can travel with zero emissions for 32 miles. The Rogue can’t move without running its internal combustion engine.

Regenerative brakes improve the CX-70’s fuel efficiency by converting inertia back into energy instead of wasting it. The Rogue doesn’t offer a regenerative braking system.

The CX-70’s standard fuel tank has 4 gallons more fuel capacity than the Rogue (18.5 vs. 14.5 gallons), for longer range between fill-ups. The CX-70 Turbo S’ standard fuel tank has 5.1 gallons more fuel capacity than the Rogue (19.6 vs. 14.5 gallons).

The CX-70 has a standard locking fuel door which locks and unlocks with the power locks. The fuel filler door is not lockable on the Rogue. A locking fuel door helps prevent fuel theft and vandalism, such as sugar in the tank.

Brakes and Stopping

For better stopping power the CX-70’s brake rotors are larger than those on the Rogue:

	CX-70	CX-70 Premium/Turbo S/PHEV	Rogue
Front Rotors	12.9 inches	13.7 inches	11.7 inches
Rear Rotors	13.8 inches	13.8 inches	11.5 inches

The CX-70 stops much shorter than the Rogue:

	CX-70	Rogue
70 to 0 MPH	171 feet	177 feet	Car and Driver
60 to 0 MPH	111 feet	129 feet	Motor Trend

Tires and Wheels

For better traction, the CX-70 has larger standard tires than the Rogue (265/55R19 vs. 235/65R17). The CX-70 Turbo/Turbo S’ tires are larger than the largest tires available on the Rogue (275/45R21 vs. 235/65R17).

The CX-70 PHEV’s standard tires provide better handling because they have a lower 55 series profile (height to width ratio) that provides a stiffer sidewall than the Rogue S’ standard 65 series tires. The CX-70 Turbo/Turbo S’ tires have a lower 45 series profile than the Rogue SL/Platinum/Dark Armor’s 55 series tires.

For better ride, handling and brake cooling the CX-70 PHEV has standard 19-inch wheels. Smaller 17-inch wheels are standard on the Rogue S. The CX-70 Turbo/Turbo S’ 21-inch wheels are larger than the 19-inch wheels on the Rogue SL/Platinum/Dark Armor.

Suspension and Handling

The CX-70 has standard front and rear gas-charged shocks for better control over choppy roads. The Rogue’s suspension doesn’t offer gas-charged shocks.

For a smoother ride and more stable handling, the CX-70’s wheelbase is 16.3 inches longer than on the Rogue (122.8 inches vs. 106.5 inches).

For better handling and stability, the track (width between the wheels) on the CX-70 is 4.7 inches wider in the front and 4.6 inches wider in the rear than on the Rogue.

The CX-70 Turbo S Premium handles at .86 G’s, while the Rogue Platinum pulls only .83 G’s of cornering force in a Car and Driver skidpad test.

The CX-70 PHEV SC Plus executes Motor Trend’s “Figure Eight” maneuver 1 seconds quicker than the Rogue Platinum (26.9 seconds @ .66 average G’s vs. 27.9 seconds @ .59 average G’s).

Passenger Space

The CX-70 has 36.2 cubic feet more passenger volume than the Rogue (141.6 vs. 105.4).

The CX-70 has .2 inches more front legroom, 2.1 inches more front hip room, 2.1 inches more front shoulder room, .1 inches more rear headroom, .9 inches more rear legroom, 2.1 inches more rear hip room and 2.2 inches more rear shoulder room than the Rogue.

Cargo Capacity

The CX-70 has a much larger cargo volume with its rear seat up than the Rogue with its rear seat up (39.6 vs. 36.5 cubic feet). The CX-70 has a much larger cargo volume with its rear seat folded than the Rogue with its rear seat folded (75.3 vs. 74.1 cubic feet).

The CX-70’s cargo area is larger than the Rogue’s in almost every dimension:

	CX-70	Rogue
Length to seat (2nd/1st)	50.1”/97.5”	35.5”/70.5”
Max Width	49.8”	51.3”
Min Width	43.7”	43”
Height	31.6”	32.7”

Towing

The CX-70’s standard towing capacity is much higher than the Rogue’s (3500 vs. 1500 pounds). Maximum trailer towing in the Nissan Rogue is only 1500 pounds. The CX-70 offers up to a 5000 lbs. towing capacity.

Standard Trailer Stability Assist on the CX-70 uses the Dynamic Stability Control sensors to detect trailer sway, then uses individual brakes to counteract any swaying and help keep the tow vehicle and trailer steady. The Rogue doesn’t offer electronic trailer sway control.

Servicing Ease

The CX-70 uses gas struts to support the hood for easier service access. The Rogue uses a prop rod to support its heavy hood. It takes two hands to open the hood and set the prop rod, the prop rod gets in the way during maintenance and service, and the prop rod could be knocked out, causing the heavy hood to fall on the person maintaining or servicing the car.

The engine in the CX-70 is mounted longitudinally (North-South), instead of sideways, as in the Rogue. This makes it easier to service and maintain, because the accessory belts are in front.

Ergonomics

The CX-70’s front and rear power windows all open or close fully with one touch of the switches, making it more convenient at drive-up windows and toll booths, or when talking with someone outside the car. The Rogue’s passenger windows don’t open or close automatically.

The CX-70’s standard Advanced Keyless Entry and Start allow you to unlock the doors from either front door handle, open the cargo door, and start the vehicle, all without removing the key from the pocket or purse. Push-Button Start standard on the Rogue only offers hands-free access for the ignition, none to unlock the vehicle. Push-Button Start is not available on the Rogue SV/Rock Creek/Platinum.

The CX-70’s rain-sensitive wipers adjust their speed and turn on and off automatically based on the amount of rainfall on the windshield. This allows the driver to concentrate on driving without constantly adjusting the wipers. The Rogue’s standard intermittent wipers change speed with vehicle speed, but can’t turn on and off or change speed based on changing rainfall.

To help drivers see further while navigating curves, the CX-70 Premium Plus/Turbo S has standard adaptive headlights to illuminate around corners automatically by reading vehicle speed and steering wheel angle. The Rogue doesn’t offer cornering lights.

The CX-70’s standard outside mirrors include heating elements to clear off the mirrors for better visibility. Nissan only offers heated mirrors on the Rogue SV/Rock Creek/Platinum.

The CX-70 Premium’s standard rear and side view mirrors have an automatic dimming feature. These mirrors can be set to automatically darken quickly when headlights shine on them, keeping following vehicles from blinding or distracting the driver. The Rogue offers an automatic rear view mirror, but its side mirrors don’t dim.

Both the Mazda CX-70 and Nissan Rogue offer exterior mirrors that can be folded to provide convenience. The CX-70 offers available power folding mirrors, which allow for easy, one-touch folding or unfolding at the driver’s discretion. This provides added convenience when maneuvering or parking, as well as when walking past the parked vehicle. In comparison, the Rogue’s foldable mirrors are manual, requiring the driver to get out and physically fold them once parked and unfold them before getting in.

Standard air-conditioned seats in the CX-70 PHEV SC Plus/Turbo/Turbo S keep the driver and front passenger comfortable and take the sting out of hot seats in Summer. The Rogue doesn’t offer air-conditioned seats.

The CX-70 has a standard dual zone air conditioning allows the driver and front passenger to choose two completely different temperatures so people with different temperature preferences won’t have to compromise. This makes both the driver and front passenger as comfortable as possible. Dual zone air conditioning is only available on the Rogue SV/Rock Creek/Platinum.

The CX-70 Premium Plus has a 115-volt a/c outlet in the cargo area, allowing you to recharge a laptop or run small household appliances without special adapters that can break or get misplaced. The Rogue doesn’t offer a house-current electrical outlet.

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