2019 Nissan Rogue Sport review

1. Useful dimensions 

Don't let its compact appearance fool you, the 2019 Rogue Sport SUV offers plenty of room for your passengers and their travel essentials. Upfront, you’ll be treated to comfortable bucket seats with 42.8 inches of legroom, while the rear row gets 33.4 inches and two full sets of LATCH seat fixtures for your younger passengers. Opt for the 2018 Rogue Sport S trim to maximize cargo space with 22.9 cu-ft, or up to 20.0 cu-ft of space with the SV and SL trims. 

2. Advanced driver aids 

Supporting your awareness behind the wheel of the 2019 Rogue Sport is a long list of driver assistance features from the base trim S upwards. Standard on all 2019 models is a rearview camera, forward collision warning with automatic braking, and blind-spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alert. For downtown driving, multi-lane highways, and parking garage maneuvers, the SV trim adds pedestrian detection functionality, lane departure warning, and rear parking sensors with automatic braking. For big adventures interstate, the 2019 SL trim includes adaptive cruise control and navigation. 

3. Passenger tech 

For the 2019 model year, the Rogue Sport gains more standard infotainment features, and some valuable upgrades on the higher trims too. Standard S trim amenities include a seven-inch touchscreen infotainment system, with Apple CarPlay^® and Android Auto^™ smartphone integration for seamless access to your favorite apps and media. Pick the SV trim with the available technology package to add system navigation, or the SL trim for the deluxe sounds of a nine-speaker Bose^® premium audio system. 

4. Comfort and convenience 

Your family and friends are sure to enjoy the 2019 Rogue Sport’s hospitable cabin. Standard S trim convenience features include eight drinks holders across the two rows, and a tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel for easy adjustments when sharing driving duties. The SV trim adds dual-zone automatic climate control for comfortable seasonal driving, and keyless entry and ignition for busy mornings traveling with your whole crew. For a touch of indulgent luxury, the 2019 SL trim adds leather upholstery and heated front seats. 

5. Engine set-up 

If you’re on the hunt for a compact SUV with thrifty fuel economy, the 2019 Rogue Sport is worthy of consideration. The standard powertrain is a 141-hp, 2.0L four-cylinder engine, paired with a continuously variable automatic transmission (CVT) and standard front-wheel drive. Each 2019 trim can also be found with optional all-wheel drive if that extra agility suits your driving style. Achieving an EPA-estimated 28 mpg combined in its standard FWD configuration, the 2019 Rogue Sport offers some fuel frugality for your regular driving commitments.