DecodedCars2020 Nissan Rogue Sport
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2020 models.
- Class
- Small Station Wagons
- Engines
- 2.0L 4-cyl
- Drivetrain
- Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Regular Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 28 combined · 26 city / 30 hwy
- Length
- –
- Curb weight
- –
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 1 campaign
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 2020 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2020 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 (26 city / 30 highway), 11% worse than the 2020 small station wagon average of 31.3 MPG, for an estimated $2,400 a year in fuel.
NHTSA has not published a 5-Star overall rating for this model year.
It has 1 recall campaign on file and owners have filed 41 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the engine.
What changed for 2020
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2019 Rogue Sport — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2019; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2019 Rogue Sport →
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-S8) | Front-Wheel Drive | 26 / 30 / 28 | -11% | $2,400 | 317 |
| Rogue Sport AWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 26 / 30 / 27 | -14% | $2,500 | 329 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2020 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Driver / passenger | Side | Side pole | Rollover | Rollover risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 Nissan Rogue Sport SUV AWD | Not rated | Not rated | –★ / –★ | Not rated | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 15.9% |
| 2020 Nissan Rogue Sport SUV FWD | Not rated | Not rated | –★ / –★ | Not rated | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 14.3% |
Similar 2020 small station wagons
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 Nissan Rogue Sport (this car) | 28 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2020 Honda Fit | 36 MPG | ★★★★★ | 4 |
| 2020 Honda HR-V | 30 MPG | ★★★★★ | 5 |
| 2020 Kia Niro | 50 MPG | ★★★★★ | 3 |
| 2020 Chevrolet Bolt EV | 259 mi | ★★★★★ | 8 |
| 2020 Kia Soul | 31 MPG | ★★★★★ | 1 |
Recalls (1)
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.
Not every 2020 Nissan Rogue Sport is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Used 2020 Nissan Rogue Sport buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 1 recall this year — ask for proof of repairs.
- Engine — 21 owner reports. Cold-start the engine, listen for knocking, and watch for warning lights or hesitation on acceleration.
- Electrical System — 9 owner reports. Test every window, lock, light, screen and USB port; check the battery age.
- Power Train — 5 owner reports. Test-drive through all gears, including reverse; note slipping, harsh or delayed shifts.
- Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 66,000 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 2020 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 |
| 2019 Rogue Sport | 28 | – | ★★★★★ | 2 | 100 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Nissan. How we calculate this →