“I've only had my vehicle since the middle of September 2022 and I don't drive all that much, but it is very quiet and rides smooth. The only thing I don't care for is the console area. I don't care for the placement of the cup holders and I don't have nearly as much storage space for coins, etc that I had with my much, much older Toyota Camry and Toyota RAV4, but I can live with it.”
2020 Nissan Rogue: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The biggest change for the 2020 Nissan Rogue is the loss of the Rogue Hybrid, leaving a gas-only lineup. Otherwise, this is a quiet carryover and the final year of the second-generation design before the 2021 redesign.
About the 2020 Nissan Rogue
2nd generation (2014-2020), post-2017 refresh, final model year before the all-new 2021 redesign.
Nissan positions the Rogue as a family-friendly compact SUV built around easy daily use: helpful driver-assist tech, flexible cargo space, comfortable seating, and simple smartphone integration. The pitch is not sporty performance. Instead, Rogue leans on roomy packaging, built-in cargo organization, available AWD, and stress-reducing features for commuting, errands, and road trips. In this class, its identity is the practical, comfort-first crossover with a strong focus on safety and everyday usability.
The 2020 Rogue is a practical family SUV offered in S, SV, and SL trims, all with the same 170-hp 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine and automatic transmission. The SV focuses on everyday convenience with heated front seats and a hands-free liftgate, while the SL adds leather seating, built-in navigation, Bose audio, a 360-degree camera, and extra highway-driving assistance.
What changed, by category
Powertrain
Nissan dropped the SV Hybrid and SL Hybrid for 2020. The remaining S, SV, and SL models keep the 170-hp 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine and automatic transmission.
2020 Nissan Rogue specs and features by trim
| Feature | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4-Cyl, 2.5 Liter | 4-Cyl, 2.5 Liter | 4-Cyl, 2.5 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, CVT w/Xtronic | Automatic, CVT w/Xtronic | Automatic, CVT w/Xtronic |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | AWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 26 mpg | 26 mpg | 26 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 33 mpg | 33 mpg | 33 mpg |
| Horsepower | 170 hp | 170 hp | 170 hp |
| Torque | 175 lb-ft | 175 lb-ft | 175 lb-ft |
| Max Towing | 1000 lb | 1000 lb | 1000 lb |
| Trunk/Cargo | 70 cu-ft | 70 cu-ft | 70 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 37.9 in | 37.9 in | 37.9 in |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Alarm System | |||
| Automatic Emergency Braking | |||
| Blindspot Sensors | |||
| Lane Departure Warning | |||
| Rear View Camera | |||
| 360 Camera | |||
| Alloy Wheels | |||
| Fog Lights | |||
| Heated Mirrors | |||
| LED Headlights | |||
| Memory Exterior Mirrors | |||
| Panorama Moon Roof | |||
| Power Liftgate/Trunk Release | |||
| Privacy Glass | |||
| Rear Spoiler | |||
| Roof Rails | |||
| Navigation System | |||
| Premium Audio | |||
| Satellite Radio | |||
| Smartphone Interface | |||
| Touch Screen Monitor | |||
| Auto-Dimming Interior Mirror | |||
| Dual Power Front Seats | |||
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | |||
| Heated Front Seats | |||
| Heated Steering Wheel | |||
| Integrated Garage Door Opener | |||
| Leather Seats | |||
| Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel | |||
| Memory Driver's Seat | |||
| Power Driver Seat | |||
| Proximity Keyless Entry | |||
| Push-Button Engine Start | |||
| Remote Start | |||
Frequently asked questions
What changed on the 2020 Nissan Rogue compared with the 2019 model?
The Rogue Hybrid was dropped for 2020. The remaining gas-powered S, SV, and SL trims carried over without notable equipment, styling, or structural changes.
Is the 2020 Nissan Rogue gas-only?
Yes. Every 2020 Rogue trim uses a 170-hp 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine with an automatic transmission because the previous SV Hybrid and SL Hybrid were discontinued.
Was the 2020 Nissan Rogue redesigned?
No. The 2020 Rogue carries over the second-generation body, cabin layout, and main features, making it the final model year before the all-new 2021 Rogue.
Did the gas-powered 2020 Rogue receive major new features?
No. The gas-powered S, SV, and SL trims had no notable standard-feature changes for 2020; the main lineup change was the removal of the hybrid models.
Which 2020 Nissan Rogue trim has leather seats and extra highway-driving assistance?
The 2020 Rogue SL has leather-appointed seats and ProPILOT Assist for added steering and speed support on the highway. It also has built-in navigation, Bose audio, and a 360-degree camera system.
2020 Nissan Rogue Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2020 Nissan Rogue.
4.1
2020 Nissan Rogue
(2,561 reviews)
“Nissan Rogue - I wanted a suv on the smaller side, I wanted navigation & trunk space. Best thing I discovered after purchase was hidden trunk space which left my trunk much more open for items while still holding my necessary items that I leave stored in my car (shopping bags, tools, air pump).”
“the car runs smoothly and it's very reliable. MPG is awesome, got a lot of safety features, and it's very comfortable and roomy.”