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.
The 2012 Nissan Rogue is a small SUV that is great for cruising to the beach. It is comfortable, has a smooth ride, and has a great stereo and navigation system. The Rogue is a great car for the commoner and is a great family car. It is a great car for the price and is a great car for the price.
5 Stars
47
4 Stars
23
3 Stars
5
2 Stars
1
1 Star
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RepairPal reliability rating**
4
Excellent
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 16th out of 26 among Compact SUVs.
**RepairPal Reliability Ratings are based on the actual cost, frequency, and severity of unscheduled repairs and maintenance on make/model data for select 2006-2020 vehicles. The reliability of a specific vehicle may vary depending on its maintenance and driving history, model year, trim, and features. RepairPal Reliability Ratings are provided by RepairPal and CarMax is not responsible for their accuracy. These ratings are based on RepairPal Reliability data as of 09/01/2021. Learn more about RepairPal reliability ratings
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Drive type
2WD
Engine size
2.5L
Horsepower
170 @ 6000
Torque (ft-lbs)
175 @ 4400
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
* Price excludes taxes, title, registration, and fees. Applicable transfer fees are due in advance of vehicle delivery and are separate from sales transactions.
