DecodedCars2019 Nissan Rogue Sport
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2019 models.
- Class
- Small Station Wagons
- Engines
- 2.0L 4-cyl
- Drivetrain
- Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Regular Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 28 combined · 27 city / 31 hwy
- Length
- –
- Curb weight
- –
- NHTSA rating
- ★★★★★
- Recalls
- 2 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- AWD / 4WD available
Watch out for
No weak spots against similar models in the data.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 5 similar 2019 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2019 Nissan Rogue Sport is a small station wagon offered with a 2.0L 4-cyl engine and front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive.
EPA rates its most efficient version at 28 MPG combined (27 city / 31 highway), 7% worse than the 2019 small station wagon average of 30 MPG, for an estimated $2,400 a year in fuel.
In NHTSA crash testing it earned a 4-star overall rating.
It has 2 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 100 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the forward collision avoidance.
Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rogue Sport | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S7) | Front-Wheel Drive | 27 / 31 / 28 | -7% | $2,400 | 318 |
| Rogue Sport AWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S7) | All-Wheel Drive | 25 / 30 / 27 | -10% | $2,500 | 330 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2019 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Driver / passenger | Side | Side pole | Rollover | Rollover risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 Nissan Rogue Sport SUV AWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 5★ / 2★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 15.9% |
| 2019 Nissan Rogue Sport SUV FWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 5★ / 2★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 14.3% |
Similar 2019 small station wagons
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 Nissan Rogue Sport (this car) | 28 MPG | ★★★★★ | 2 |
| 2019 Honda Fit | 36 MPG | ★★★★★ | 6 |
| 2019 Honda HR-V | 30 MPG | ★★★★★ | 7 |
| 2019 Kia Niro | 50 MPG | ★★★★★ | 1 |
| 2019 Chevrolet Bolt EV | 238 mi | ★★★★★ | 6 |
| 2019 Kia Soul | 28 MPG | ★★★★★ | 3 |
Recalls (2)
Electrical System › Ignition › Anti-Theft › Immobilizer/Proximity › Key/Sender · Feb 16, 2023
NHTSA campaign 23V093000 · 712,458 vehicles
- Problem
- Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2014-2020 Rogue and 2017-2022 Rogue Sport vehicles equipped with a jackknife style ignition key. The jackknife key may collapse into a folded position while driving.
- Risk
- Driver contact with a key in the collapsed position could inadvertently shut off the vehicle while driving, increasing the risk of a crash. Additionally, if the vehicle shuts off while driving, the air bags may not deploy in a crash as intended, increasing the risk of injury.
- Fix
- Dealers will insert a spacer into the key slot of the jackknife key, free of charge. Interim notification letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed March 29, 2023. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 30, 2023. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is R22C5.
Back Over Prevention › Sensing System › Camera · Sep 12, 2019
NHTSA campaign 19V654000 · 1,228,830 vehicles
- Problem
- Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Nissan Altima, Armada, Frontier, Kicks, Leaf, Maxima, Murano, NV, NV200, Pathfinder, Rogue, Rogue Sport, Sentra, Titan, Titan Diesel, Versa Note and Versa Sedan vehicles, as well as Infiniti Q50, Q60, QX30 and QX80 vehicles. Additionally included are 2019 Nissan GT-R and Taxi and Infiniti QX50, QX60, Q70, Q70L vehicles. The back-up camera and display settings can be adjusted such that the rear view image is no longer visible and the system will retain that setting the next time the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."
- Risk
- The lack of an image in the back-up camera display increases the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Nissan will notify owners in phases, having dealers update the back-up camera settings software, free of charge. The recall began November 11, 2019 and all affected VINs should be activated. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669 or INFINITI customer service at 1-800-662-6200.
Not every 2019 Nissan Rogue Sport is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Used 2019 Nissan Rogue Sport buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 2 recalls this year — ask for proof of repairs.
- Forward Collision Avoidance › Automatic Emergency Braking — 24 owner reports. Make sure driver-assist systems and the backup camera work without error messages.
- Electrical System — 22 owner reports. Test every window, lock, light, screen and USB port; check the battery age.
- Service Brakes — 20 owner reports. Brake firmly from speed; check for pulling, pulsing pedal or ABS warning light.
- Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 12,000 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2019 Nissan Rogue Sport. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other Rogue Sport years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 Rogue Sport | 28 | – | ★★★★★ | 1 | 12 |
| 2021 Rogue Sport | 28 | – | ★★★★★ | 1 | 23 |
| 2020 Rogue Sport | 28 | – | Not rated | 1 | 41 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Nissan. How we calculate this →