Hyundai Tucson vs Nissan Rogue
The Nissan Rogue is more fuel-efficient at 32 MPG combined, against 28 MPG for the Hyundai Tucson. At EPA assumptions that is about $300 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Hyundai Tucson | Nissan Rogue | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 94 | 73 |
| Most reported problem | Forward collision avoidance | Wipers, windshield & visibility |
| Crashes and fires | 27 and 0 | 7 and 1 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 3,000 miles | 1,000 miles |
| Recalls | 5 | 2 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 28 MPG | 32 MPG |
| City and highway | 25 and 33 | 29 and 36 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $2,400 | $2,100 |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 94 complaints for the Hyundai Tucson and 73 for the Nissan Rogue. Complaint counts depend heavily on how many of each vehicle were sold, so a higher count does not by itself mean a less reliable car.
Safety recalls on file: 5 for the Hyundai Tucson, 2 for the Nissan Rogue.