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2021 Nissan Rogue

Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2021 models.

Nissan Rogue
Pictured: 2024 Nissan Rogue SV Moonroof in Gun Metallic, front right, 2026-06-14. Photo: Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Class
Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
Body styles
4dr SUV AWD, 4dr SUV FWD
Engines
1.5L 3-cyl turbo, 2.5L 4-cyl
Transmission
CVT
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Seats
5
Fuel
Regular Gasoline
MPG (best)
33 combined · 30 city / 37 hwy
Length
182.7 in
Curb weight
3,386–3,545 lb
NHTSA rating
★★★★★
Recalls
10 campaigns

Pros & cons

What's good

  • Excellent fuel economyUp to 33 MPG combined — 25% better than the average 2021 small SUV (26.4 MPG).
  • AWD / 4WD available
  • Lots of standard safety tech5 of 5 key driver aids standard on the versions we checked.

Watch out for

  • 10 recallsMore than similar models (about 3). Confirm repairs with the VIN.

Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 30 similar 2021 models — not a review. How we calculate this →

Overview

The 2021 Nissan Rogue is a small SUV offered with 2 engines (1.5L 3-cyl turbo and 2.5L 4-cyl) 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 33 MPG combined (30 city / 37 highway), 25% better than the 2021 small SUV average of 26.4 MPG, for an estimated $2,050 a year in fuel.

In NHTSA crash testing it earned a 4-star overall rating.

It has 10 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 293 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the unknown or other.

What changed for 2021

  • Engine added: 1.5L 3-cyl turbo
  • Best combined MPG up from 29 to 33

Compared with 2020; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2020 Rogue →

Trims, performance & features

Engine–2.5L
TransmissionCVT
DriveAWD/4WD
Seating5 seats · 2 rows

Trims

SVSL

Safety & driver-assist features

Automatic emergency brakingStandard
Pedestrian emergency brakingStandard
Forward collision warningStandard
Blind-spot monitoringStandard
Blind-spot interventionStandard
Rear cross-traffic alertStandard
Rear automatic brakingStandard
Lane departure warningStandard
Lane keeping assistStandard
Lane centeringStandard
Adaptive cruise controlStandard
Backup cameraStandard
Automatic high beamsStandard
Keyless startStandard
LED headlightsYes

Built in: Smyrna, Tennessee · Kyushu Plant, Miyako-Gun, Fukuoka

NHTSA vPIC, as reported by the manufacturer for 5 2021 Rogue configurations; may not list every trim. How we calculate this →

Dimensions & weight

BodyLengthWidthHeightWheelbaseTrack F / RCurb weightWeight F/R
4dr SUV AWD182.7 in72.4 in66.5 in106.3 in62.2 / 62.6 in3,545 lb58/42
4dr SUV FWD182.7 in72.4 in66.5 in106.3 in62.2 / 62.6 in3,386 lb59/41

Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.

Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →

Engines, MPG & running costs

VersionEngineTransmissionDriveCity / Hwy / Combvs. classFuel / yrCO₂ g/mi
Rogue FWD1.5L 3-cyl turboAutomatic (AV-S8)Front-Wheel Drive30 / 37 / 33+25%$2,050270
Rogue AWD1.5L 3-cyl turboAutomatic (AV-S8)All-Wheel Drive30 / 36 / 33+38%$2,050275
Rogue FWD SL/Platinum1.5L 3-cyl turboAutomatic (AV-S8)Front-Wheel Drive30 / 36 / 32+21%$2,100278
Rogue AWD SL/Platinum1.5L 3-cyl turboAutomatic (AV-S8)All-Wheel Drive29 / 35 / 32+34%$2,100284
Rogue FWD2.5L 4-cylAutomatic (AV-S8)Front-Wheel Drive27 / 34 / 30+14%$2,250292
Rogue FWD SV/SL/Platinum2.5L 4-cylAutomatic (AV-S8)Front-Wheel Drive26 / 33 / 29+10%$2,300304
Rogue AWD2.5L 4-cylAutomatic (AV-S8)All-Wheel Drive26 / 33 / 29+21%$2,300310
Rogue AWD SV/SL/Platinum2.5L 4-cylAutomatic (AV-S8)All-Wheel Drive25 / 32 / 28+17%$2,400318
7/10EPA fuel economy score (best version)
7/10EPA greenhouse gas score
Save $1,750Fuel over 5 years vs. average new car
26.4 MPG2021 Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD average

EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2021 EPA class average. How we calculate this →

Safety ratings & technology

VersionOverallFrontalDriver / passengerSideSide poleRolloverRollover risk
2021 Nissan Rogue SUV FWD Later Release★★★★★★★★★★4★ / 4★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★17.9%
2021 Nissan Rogue SUV AWD Later Release★★★★★★★★★★4★ / 4★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★17.9%
2021 Nissan Rogue SUV AWD Earlier Release★★★★★★★★★★4★ / 2★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★17.9%
2021 Nissan Rogue SUV FWD Earlier Release★★★★★★★★★★4★ / 2★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★17.9%
StandardElectronic stability control
StandardForward collision warning
StandardLane departure warning
Frontal crash test — 2021 Nissan Rogue SUV FWD Later Release
Frontal crash test — 2021 Nissan Rogue SUV FWD Later Release. Photo: NHTSA.
Side crash test — 2021 Nissan Rogue SUV FWD Later Release
Side crash test — 2021 Nissan Rogue SUV FWD Later Release. Photo: NHTSA.

Similar 2021 small SUVs

ModelBest MPG / rangeNHTSA overallRecalls
2021 Nissan Rogue (this car)33 MPG★★★★★10
2021 Toyota RAV440 MPG★★★★★1
2021 Toyota RAV4 Prime38 MPGNot rated4
2021 Honda CR-V38 MPG★★★★★5
2021 Toyota 4Runner17 MPG★★★★★1
2021 Hyundai Tucson25 MPG★★★★★1
2021 Subaru Forester29 MPG★★★★★0

Recalls (10)

Engine And Engine Cooling › Engine › Hard Parts Internal/Mechanical · Jun 27, 2025

NHTSA campaign 25V437000 · 443,899 vehicles

Problem
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Rogue, 2019-2020 Altima, 2019-2022 Infiniti QX50, and 2022 Infiniti QX55 vehicles equipped with 3-cylinder 1.5L or 4-cylinder 2.0L variable compression turbo (VC-Turbo) engines. The engine bearings may have manufacturing defects that can lead to engine failure.
Risk
Engine failure increases the risk of a crash. A bearing failure may cause a breach in the engine block, allowing hot oil to be discharged, increasing the risk of an engine fire.
Fix
Dealers will reprogram the engine control module (ECM) software, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed April 8, 2026. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 800-647-7261 or Infiniti's customer service at 1-800-662-6200. Nissan's numbers for this recall are R25A8/A9 and R25B1/B2.
Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Disc › Caliper · Nov 22, 2023

NHTSA campaign 23V791000 · 2 vehicles

Problem
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2021 Rogue vehicles. The left and/or right rear brake caliper assemblies may be missing an internal bushing, allowing the O-ring seal to move and brake fluid to leak.
Risk
A loss of brake fluid may reduce braking performance, increasing the risk of crash.
Fix
Dealers will replace the left and right rear brake calipers, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 12, 2024. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is PC933. The two vehicles that were previously inspected under recall 21V-286 and did not receive a brake caliper replacement will need to have the new remedy completed.
Back Over Prevention › Display Function · Oct 13, 2022

NHTSA campaign 22V772000 · 27,388 vehicles

Problem
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2022 Titan, Titan XD, Frontier, and 2021-2022 Rogue vehicles. The in-vehicle infotainment (IVI) system may continuously reboot when the vehicle is restarted, which can result in an inoperative rearview display. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Risk
An inoperative rearview camera display reduces the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix
The IVI software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 18, 2022. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's numbers for this recall are R22B8, R22C1, and PC923/25.
Seat Belts › Rear/Other › Buckle Assembly · Sep 1, 2022

NHTSA campaign 22V666000 · 8,391 vehicles

Problem
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Rogue vehicles. The rear seat belts for the left-hand and right-hand rear seats may not retract properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 208, "Occupant Crash Protection," and 209, "Seatbelt Assemblies."
Risk
Seat belts that do not retract properly may be difficult to operate, preventing their usage, which can increase the risk of injury in a crash.
Fix
Dealers will inspect and replace the rear seat belts, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed October 27, 2023. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is PC915.
Equipment › Electrical › Infotainment › Software · Jul 21, 2022

NHTSA campaign 22V527000 · 10,477 vehicles

Problem
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Rogue, 2022 Frontier, Pathfinder, and Titan rental vehicles. When the Sirius XM subscription is set to "Not Subscribed," it may cause the infotainment head unit to reboot, resulting in an inoperative rearview camera. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Risk
An inoperative rearview camera display reduces the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix
The Infotainment system software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed July 29, 2022. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is R22A5 PC901 PC902.
Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Fuel Pump · Dec 9, 2021

NHTSA campaign 21V957000 · 24,793 vehicles

Problem
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2021 Rogue vehicles. Abnormal wear inside the fuel pump may cause it to overheat and fail.
Risk
Fuel pump failure may cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix
Dealers will replace the fuel pump assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 27, 2022. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is R21B8.
Seats › Mid/Rear Assembly · Jun 24, 2021

NHTSA campaign 21V474000 · 47,098 vehicles

Problem
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2021 Rogue vehicles. The second-row upper tether wires may have been improperly welded to the seatback frame, preventing a child seat from being securely anchored. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 225, "Child Restraint Anchorage Systems."
Risk
An insecurely anchored child seat can move during a sudden stop or crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix
Dealers will inspect and replace the rear seatbacks as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 30, 2021. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is PC812.
Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Disc › Caliper · Apr 22, 2021

NHTSA campaign 21V286000 · 14,054 vehicles

Problem
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2021 Rogue vehicles. The rear left and/or right brake caliper assemblies may be missing an internal bushing, allowing the O-ring seal to move and brake fluid to leak.
Risk
A loss of brake fluid may reduce braking performance, increasing the risk of crash.
Fix
Dealers will inspect and replace the left and/or right rear brake calipers, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 10, 2021. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is PC804.
Wheels › Lugs/Nuts/Bolts/Studs · Mar 17, 2021

NHTSA campaign 21V186000 · 21 vehicles

Problem
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2021 Nissan Rogue vehicles. The incorrect wheel nuts may have been installed, and may loosen causing wheel vibration.
Risk
The wheel vibration may break the wheel studs and cause the wheel assembly to separate from the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix
Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the wheel nuts and replace any incorrect ones, free of charge. The recall began May 4, 2021. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is PC799.
Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings · Feb 11, 2021

NHTSA campaign 21V068000 · 2,150 vehicles

Problem
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2021 Nissan Rogue vehicles. The fuel hose may not be secured in the proper position and the fuel tank lock ring may not be fully seated.
Risk
An improperly secured fuel hose may leak, increasing the risk of a fire. The fuel hose may also disconnect completely, causing the engine to stall and increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix
Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, reposition and secure the fuel hose and lock ring, free of charge. The recall began March 16, 2021. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is PC791.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗

Not every 2021 Nissan Rogue is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.

Owner-reported problems

293Complaints to NHTSA since 2015
22Involved a crash
3Involved a fire
11Injuries reported
30,992 miTypical mileage at failure
Unknown Or Other80
Electrical System61
Engine53
Fuel/Propulsion System33
Power Train25
Structure › Body19
Forward Collision Avoidance › Warnings18
Steering16
Complaints received per month (last 24 months with reports)
24/11: 324/12: 525/01: 225/02: 225/03: 425/04: 325/05: 725/06: 1125/07: 1625/08: 625/09: 725/10: 825/11: 525/12: 826/01: 426/02: 726/03: 726/04: 526/05: 1126/06: 226/07: 626/08: 1226/09: 526/10: 424/1125/0225/0525/0825/1126/0226/0526/08max 16

Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.

Used 2021 Nissan Rogue buyer's checklist

  1. Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 10 recalls this year — ask for proof of repairs.
  2. Electrical System — 61 owner reports. Test every window, lock, light, screen and USB port; check the battery age.
  3. Engine — 53 owner reports. Cold-start the engine, listen for knocking, and watch for warning lights or hesitation on acceleration.
  4. Fuel/Propulsion System — 33 owner reports. Smell for fuel around the car and in the cabin, check that it starts easily when warm, and look at the oil dipstick for a fuel smell or rising level.
  5. Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 30,992 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
  6. Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.

Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2021 Nissan Rogue. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.

Other Rogue years

Compare all years →
YearMPG (best)LengthOverallRecallsComplaints
2026 Rogue32182.7 inNot rated253
2025 Rogue33182.7 in★★★★★3198
2024 Rogue33182.7 in★★★★★4221
2023 Rogue33182.7 in★★★★★6753
2022 Rogue33182.7 in★★★★★1244
2020 Rogue29184.6 in★★★★★1153
2019 Rogue34184.6 in★★★★★4339
2018 Rogue34182.3 in★★★★★4669
2017 Rogue34182.3 inNot rated6600
2016 Rogue28182.3 inNot rated7543
2015 Rogue28182.3 inNot rated9552
2014 Rogue28182.3 inNot rated10414

Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Nissan. How we calculate this →