2012 Nissan Rogue
Nissan Rogue highlights
Customer reviews
4.4 out of 5
RepairPal reliability rating
4 out of 5
Pros
- Smooth ride and capable handling
- High-quality interior
Cons
- Transmission can get noisy at high speeds
- Not as spacious as many rivals
Mileage (EPA estimate)
23 city, 28 highway, 25 combined
Pricing for current inventory
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The 2012 Nissan Rogue is a strong small crossover contender
The Nissan Rogue boasts not only a smart-looking exterior but also an interior that’s unusually nice among its similar priced and sized alternatives. It can count the Honda CR-V, Toyota RAV4, Ford Edge, GMC Terrain, Kia Sportage, and a host of other small crossover contenders as rivals. The Nissan lags in outright utility, with a comparatively small trunk and less versatility, but it counters that with a drive that's car-like and enjoyable and a smartly appointed and comfortable interior.
Two trim levels are offered, S and SV. The S has 16-inch steel wheels, cruise control, air conditioning, a 60/40-split folding rear seat, and a four-speaker sound system with a CD player and auxiliary audio jack. A Special Edition package adds 16-inch alloy wheels, rear privacy glass, and an upgraded audio system with a 4.3-inch screen, rearview camera, and USB/iPod interface. The SV comes with most of these as standard, plus 17-inch wheels and a six-way power-adjustable driver’s seat. All models use a 170-hp 2.5-liter engine mated to a continuously variable automatic transmission in either front- or all-wheel drive.
All Nissan Rogue years
New for 2012
- The Rogue is available in a new trim called the SL.
- The Krom trim has been discontinued for 2012.
- Rogue trims have been upgraded with Front Seat Heaters, Leather Seats, Sunroof(s), BOSE Sound System, and Navigation System as standard equipment this year.
- Full Roof Rack and Tow Hitch features are now available as options on select trims.
Explore Nissan Rogue details
S 2WD 4D Sport Utility
Standard Features
- ABS Brakes
- Air Conditioning
- AM/FM Stereo
- Automatic Transmission
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- CD Audio
- Cloth Seats
- Cruise Control
- Overhead Airbags
- Power Locks
- Power Mirrors
- Power Windows
- Rear Defroster
- Rear Spoiler
- Side Airbags
- Traction Control
Optional Features
- Alloy Wheels
- Bluetooth Technology
- Rear View Camera
- Satellite Radio Ready
Drive type
2WD
Engine size
2.5L
Horsepower
170
Torque (ft-lbs)
175
Engine type
Gas
Fuel capacity
15.9
Wheelbase
105.9"
Overall length
183.3"
Width
70.9"
Height
65.3"
Leg room
F 42.5"/R 35.3"
Head room
F 40.4"/R 38.3"
Front tires
P215/70R16
Rear tires
P215/70R16
Seating capacity
5
Max towing capacity
150/1000 lbs.
Transmission
Automatic
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Ratings & reliability
RepairPal reliability rating
RepairPal gave the Nissan Rogue an overall reliability rating of 4 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Excellent. This rating ranks Nissan Rogue 17th out of 27 among Compact SUVs.
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