DecodedCars2026 Nissan Rogue
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2026 models.
- Class
- Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
- Body styles
- 4dr SUV AWD, 4dr SUV FWD
- Engines
- 1.5L 3-cyl turbo
- Horsepower
- 201 hp
- Transmission
- CVT
- Drivetrain
- Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
- Seats
- 5
- Fuel
- Regular Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 32 combined · 29 city / 36 hwy
- Length
- 182.7 in
- Curb weight
- 3,386–3,545 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 2 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- AWD / 4WD available
- Lots of standard safety tech5 of 5 key driver aids standard on the versions we checked.
Watch out for
No weak spots against similar models in the data.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 42 similar 2026 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2026 Nissan Rogue is a small SUV offered with a 1.5L 3-cyl turbo engine and front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive.
It measures about 183 inches long and 72 inches wide on a 106-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 3,545 lb (4dr SUV AWD).
EPA rates its most efficient version at 32 MPG combined (29 city / 36 highway), 6% better than the 2026 small SUV average of 30.2 MPG, for an estimated $2,100 a year in fuel.
It has 2 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 53 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the unknown or other.
What changed for 2026
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2025 Rogue — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2025; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2025 Rogue →
Trims, performance & features
Trims
Safety & driver-assist features
Built in: Smyrna, Tennessee · Shinhamacho, Kanda, Miyako District, Fukuoka
NHTSA vPIC, as reported by the manufacturer for 5 2026 Rogue configurations; may not list every trim. How we calculate this →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4dr SUV AWD | 182.7 in | 72.4 in | 66.5 in | 106.3 in | 62.2 / 62.6 in | 3,545 lb | 58/42 |
| 4dr SUV FWD | 182.7 in | 72.4 in | 66.5 in | 106.3 in | 62.2 / 62.6 in | 3,386 lb | 59/41 |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rogue FWD | 1.5L 3-cyl turbo | Automatic (AV-S8) | Front-Wheel Drive | 29 / 36 / 32 | +6% | $2,100 | 279 |
| Rogue AWD | 1.5L 3-cyl turbo | Automatic (AV-S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 28 / 35 / 31 | +20% | $2,150 | 291 |
| Rogue AWD Rock Creek | 1.5L 3-cyl turbo | Automatic (AV-S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 27 / 32 / 29 | +12% | $2,300 | 307 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2026 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2026 Nissan Rogue.
Similar 2026 small SUVs
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Nissan Rogue (this car) | 32 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
| 2026 Toyota RAV4 | 43 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
| 2026 Honda CR-V | 40 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
| 2026 Hyundai Tucson | 38 MPG | Not rated | 6 |
| 2026 Subaru Forester | 35 MPG | Not rated | 4 |
| 2026 Mazda CX-5 | 26 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2026 Toyota Corolla Cross | 42 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
Recalls (2)
Power Train › Automatic Transmission › Gear Position Indication (Prndl) · Jun 30, 2026
NHTSA campaign 26V419000 · 5,823 vehicles
- Problem
- Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2026 Rogue vehicles. The instrument panel may not display the transmission gear selection indicator. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 102, "Transmission Shift Lever Sequence, Starter Interlock, and Transmission Braking Effect."
- Risk
- A missing gear selection indicator may lead to unintended vehicle movement or a vehicle rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will inspect and replace the transmission control valve assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 31, 2026. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 800-647-7261. Nissan's number for this recall is PD198. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on July 2, 2026.
Tires › Temporary/Emergency Spare Tire · Dec 23, 2025
NHTSA campaign 25V912000 · 4,655 vehicles
- Problem
- Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2026 Rogue vehicles. The incorrect-size spare tire may have been installed, which does not match the tire size and inflation pressure information on the tire placard. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
- Risk
- Incorrect spare tire pressure information on the placard may lead to incorrect inflation of the spare tire, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will inspect and replace the spare tire assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 25, 2026. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 800-647-7261. Nissan's number for this recall is PD180. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on January 6, 2026.
Not every 2026 Nissan Rogue is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Other Rogue years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Rogue | 33 | 182.7 in | ★★★★★ | 3 | 198 |
| 2024 Rogue | 33 | 182.7 in | ★★★★★ | 4 | 221 |
| 2023 Rogue | 33 | 182.7 in | ★★★★★ | 6 | 755 |
| 2022 Rogue | 33 | 182.7 in | ★★★★★ | 1 | 244 |
| 2021 Rogue | 33 | 182.7 in | ★★★★★ | 10 | 294 |
| 2020 Rogue | 29 | 184.6 in | ★★★★★ | 1 | 153 |
| 2019 Rogue | 34 | 184.6 in | ★★★★★ | 4 | 339 |
| 2018 Rogue | 34 | 182.3 in | ★★★★★ | 4 | 670 |
| 2017 Rogue | 34 | 182.3 in | ★★★★★ | 6 | 600 |
| 2016 Rogue | 28 | 182.3 in | ★★★★★ | 7 | 543 |
| 2015 Rogue | 28 | 182.3 in | ★★★★★ | 9 | 552 |
| 2014 Rogue | 28 | 182.3 in | ★★★★★ | 10 | 414 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Nissan. How we calculate this →