2025 Nissan Rogue

Pros

• An interior style that is both elegant and comfortable.
• A bedroom that is open and airy makes it look bigger than it really is.
• A big cargo area that can be adjusted.
• These days, driving tools are simple and easy to understand.

Cons

• Greater wind and road noise at higher speeds.
• Rear passenger space is more limited compared to some competitors.
• The transmission might take a while to answer when you need power right away.

What about how the Rogue is driven? The three-cylinder turbocharged engine has a lot of speed that you wouldn’t expect. It gives a lot of power when moving and merging. It can also go from 0 to 60 mph in a little over 8 seconds, which is good. When you normally drive and press the accelerator, the engine and transmission may not always respond easily. The engine might feel slow at first, but then it might start to lurch and surge.

The Rogue can handle turns and stays quiet, but it’s not very nice to drive. The handling gives you little of a feel for the road. If you need to go faster to use the Rogue’s lane-centering system, it’s easy to slide because the steering has a dead spot when going straight, especially in cities.

How does it feel to be in the Rogue? The Rogue is a beautiful SUV all around. Because the chairs are soft and can mold to your body, long rides are much more enjoyable. The only obvious problem with the front seats is that the headrests are a little too far forward, which could be a problem for taller drivers. It’s also rare for a small SUV to have three separate climate zones, but the Rogue does.

When the roads aren’t very smooth, the Rogue’s ride is rougher and louder than those of its main rivals. We didn’t expect the Rogue to slide so much to the side on uneven pavement, and we could feel many rough edges of road flaws.

How is the inside? The Rogue’s large openings and light doors make getting inside easy. The trunk is so roomy that the Rogue seems bigger than it really is. The huge, high windows make the room feel bigger and give you a wide view of the outside world. Even though the high roof pillars in the back make it hard to see what’s behind you, there are a number of driving aids that can help.

Overall, the interior layout and comfort are good, but larger drivers might find it hard to switch positions, and the back seats have less legroom than those in some competitors.

How does the tech work? The Rogue has many basic safety and entertainment features. The higher trim levels feature a large touchscreen, a digital gauge cluster, and a head-up display, along with wireless connectivity for Apple CarPlay phone integration. It takes a little while to get used to the digital gauge cluster’s menus and commands, but the technology is usually easy to use.

The driving tools are usually helpful. The top-of-the-line Rogue models have technology that allows you to drive on the highway without using your hands.

How are things with the storage? The Nissan Rogue is a great small SUV for moving things. It has good storage choices inside, but it can hold a little less cargo overall than the leaders in its class. Higher levels have a series of floor panels that are easily rearranged. These panels can be lowered to make more space or used as dividers or a flat load bed. Inside the cabin, people in the front and back can both store drinks and small things, and the trays in the front are very roomy.

The back doors open wide, and the LATCH points are easy to use, making it easier for parents to put in and take out child safety seats.

How much fuel does it use? The EPA says that all-wheel drive Rogues will get 31 mpg in the city and 33 mpg on the highway. Front-wheel drive Rogues will get 33 mpg in both situations. That’s better than average for a small SUV that isn’t a hybrid. We also drove our test Rogue with AWD along the real-world journey we had planned. It achieved 28.5 mpg, which is slightly lower, yet it still remains a compact SUV that can help you save on fuel costs.

Should you buy the Rogue? When it comes to its base trim options, the Nissan Rogue is a great deal. Compared to other cars of the same price, it has a lot of basic technology features and driving aids, and its engine uses little gas, which makes it a good choice. The Rogue’s better trims, on the other hand, could be better. Other SUVs available in the market offer more features, more advanced technology, a more refined luxury feel, a more enjoyable driving experience, or come in more affordable hybrid models.

Nissan’s guarantee coverage is basic in this class. For three years or 36,000 kilometers, you can get both roadside help and the standard bumper-to-bumper warranty. The warranty on the engine lasts for five years or 60,000 miles.

The Rogue makes a great first impression with its sleeker look and more modern, high-end cabin. The Rogue’s overall refinement, build quality, and driving manners don’t live up to that first impression, especially in the more expensive Platinum version we drove.

The new Rock Creek trim might be a good choice for people who like camping, being outside, or just getting off the highway. It has many of the basic and optional features of the SV trim, as well as features that make it useful off-road. But the all-wheel drive and all-terrain tires that come standard make it less fuel-efficient. With a total fuel economy of 29 mpg, it’s the least fuel-efficient Rogue model. People who want to stay on the streets should buy the SV. It has an automated liftgate, an adaptive cruise control system, and a driver’s seat that can be adjusted to your comfort level. A panoramic sunroof, heated front seats, and synthetic leather are just a few of the luxurious features that come with the extra SV Premium package.