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Nissan Rogue: Trims, Generations & Buyer's Guide
Last updated August 4, 2026
The Nissan Rogue is a compact SUV known for its roomy, flexible cabin, good fuel economy, everyday comfort, and approachable driver-assistance technology. It is designed more for practical family use than sporty driving.
The Rogue has consistently focused on making daily life easier with useful passenger and cargo space. Over time, Nissan has added broader safety coverage, parking cameras, and more capable driver-assistance technology. Its personality remains comfort-first and practical rather than sporty.
Strengths
- Its roomy cabin and flexible cargo area work well for family errands and road trips.
- The 2026 gas Rogue is rated at up to 36 mpg on the highway, depending on configuration.
- Recent Rogues place useful safety and driver-assistance technology at the center of the experience.
- The comfort-focused character makes the Rogue easy to live with in everyday driving.
- All-wheel-drive versions offer added capability for shoppers who want it.
Who it's for
The Rogue fits small families, commuters, and road-trippers who want one easy-to-drive SUV for errands, passengers, and luggage. It especially suits shoppers who value comfort, fuel economy, and straightforward technology more than quick handling or serious off-road ability.
Nissan Rogue lineup
The S is the straightforward entry point, while the SV is the better-equipped mainstream choice and has long served as the lineup’s practical middle ground. Step up to the SL for a more comfort- and technology-focused Rogue. Since 2021, the Platinum has sat at the top with the model’s most advanced comfort and display features. The Rock Creek, added for 2025, suits shoppers who want a tougher look, standard all-wheel drive, and light-duty adventure hardware. The Dark Armor, added for 2026.5, builds on the SV with blacked-out styling plus added comfort and camera equipment.
Nissan Rogue generations
From 2009 to 2026, the Rogue spans three generations. The current 3rd Generation — T33 arrived for 2021, following the 2nd Generation — T32 (2014–2020).
3rd Generation — T33 (2021–Present)
The third-generation Rogue brought new styling, a more upscale cabin, and broader standard safety technology. A 201-hp 1.5-liter turbo three-cylinder became standard for 2022, followed by refreshed styling and upgraded upper-trim screens for 2024.
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2026Trim changes
The Dark Armor trim joins the lineup with black exterior details and added comfort and camera equipment.
2025Trim changes
The Rock Creek trim joins for the first time with standard AWD, hill descent control, and an off-road camera view.
2024Mid-cycle update
Front and rear styling were refreshed, while SL and Platinum gained a 12.3-inch touchscreen with Google built-in.
2023
Mostly carryover, with a Midnight Edition package and added Alexa functionality on upper trims.
2022
A 201-hp 1.5-liter turbo three-cylinder and revised automatic transmission became standard across the lineup.
2021New generation
Fully redesigned with new styling, a more upscale interior, broader standard safety features, and a new Platinum trim.
2nd Generation — T32 (2014–2020)
The second-generation Rogue introduced a redesigned body, more flexible cabin space, and newer technology while retaining a 2.5-liter four-cylinder and automatic transmission. It received refreshed styling and its first hybrid version for 2017.
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2020
The Rogue Hybrid left the lineup, leaving S, SV, and SL gas models for this generation’s final year.
2019
More driver-assistance features became standard across the lineup, but the body and powertrains carried over.
2018
Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and several safety features became standard; the third-row-seat option was dropped.
2017Mid-cycle update
Front and rear styling were refreshed, cabin insulation improved, and the Rogue Hybrid joined the lineup.
2016
Mostly carryover, with added upper-trim technology and a new Appearance Package for the S.
2015
The redesigned Rogue received small equipment updates, while the older Rogue Select continued alongside it.
2014New generation
The all-new second-generation Rogue debuted, while the older first-generation design remained on sale as the Rogue Select.
1st Generation (2008–2013)
The original Rogue used a 170-hp 2.5-liter four-cylinder and an automatic transmission. A 2011 refresh updated its exterior and reorganized the trim lineup.
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2013
Mostly carryover, with an SV Premium Edition package but no broad styling or mechanical update.
2012Trim changes
Sport Mode became standard, wheel designs changed, and a 360-degree parking camera was added to an SV package.
2011Mid-cycle update
Exterior styling was refreshed, convenience features improved, and the lineup was reorganized around S, S Krom Edition, and SV trims.
2010Trim changes
The style-focused S Krom Edition joined with unique bodywork and a center-exit exhaust.
2009
The first-generation design and powertrain carried over with small convenience and storage updates.
What's new by year
See what changed in a specific model year of the Nissan Rogue.
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Nissan Rogue a compact SUV, and how many people does it seat?
Yes. The Nissan Rogue is a compact SUV with four doors and seating for five. Its two-row layout favors passenger room and flexible cargo space rather than a third row.
What is the Nissan Rogue known for?
The Rogue is known for comfort, a roomy and practical cabin, useful cargo space, good fuel economy, and approachable driver-assistance features. Its personality is more relaxed and family-focused than sporty.
Is the Nissan Rogue a good fit for a family?
Yes. The Rogue suits small families who want five seats, generous rear passenger room, flexible cargo space, and safety features for everyday driving. It also works well for commuting and road trips without feeling as large as a three-row SUV.
Does the Nissan Rogue come as a hybrid?
Yes, but only used Rogues from 2017 through 2019 were sold as hybrids. Those models came in SV Hybrid and SL Hybrid forms. Nissan dropped the Rogue Hybrid for 2020, and the latest Rogue lineup is gas-only.
Does the Nissan Rogue have all-wheel drive?
Yes. All-wheel drive is found across many Rogue model years, although regular trims may also be front-wheel drive. Newer Rock Creek models include all-wheel drive as standard, so check the individual vehicle rather than relying only on the trim name.
What engine does the Nissan Rogue use?
It depends on the year. Most older Rogues use a 2.5-liter four-cylinder, including the redesigned 2021 model. Since 2022, every trim has used a 1.5-liter turbo three-cylinder producing 201 horsepower and 225 lb-ft of torque.
How many generations of the Nissan Rogue are there?
There are three Rogue generations: 2008–2013, 2014–2020, and 2021 onward. One wrinkle is that the older first-generation design stayed on sale as the Rogue Select alongside the newer Rogue during 2014 and 2015.
Nissan Rogue Reviews
What owners are saying about the Nissan Rogue.
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“It's a great family vehicle with lots of room to go out of state. Comfortable ride and it can basically drive itself.”
“Gas mileage is great, the comfort of the interior and feel is amazing, the car is great to drive.”
“It's noisy while driving, the acceleration is terrible, the engine seems sluggish. The seats are uncomfortable and the suspension is awful and you feel every little bump. Avoid the vehicle.”
“I mainly use my vehicle for local driving and I love the mileage I get from a full tank of gas, the driver assist options the overall design of the interior”
“Unlike some men whom I've dated, that bad boy is always waiting for me in the parking lot.”
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