2023 Nissan Rogue
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2023 models.

- Class
- Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
- Body styles
- 4dr SUV AWD, 4dr SUV FWD
- Engines
- 1.5L 3-cyl turbo
- 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
- 6 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- Excellent fuel economyUp to 33 MPG combined — 20% better than the average 2023 small SUV (27.4 MPG).
- AWD / 4WD available
- 5-star NHTSA safety ratingTop overall score in federal crash tests.
- Lots of standard safety tech5 of 5 key driver aids standard on the versions we checked.
Watch out for
- Many owner complaints753 complaints filed with NHTSA versus about 65 for similar models — most often about the engine.
- 6 recallsMore than similar models (about 2). Confirm repairs with the VIN.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 38 similar 2023 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2023 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 33 MPG combined (30 city / 37 highway), 20% better than the 2023 small SUV average of 27.4 MPG, for an estimated $2,050 a year in fuel.
In NHTSA crash testing it earned the top 5-star overall rating.
It has 6 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 753 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the engine.
What changed for 2023
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2022 Rogue — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2022; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2022 Rogue →
Trims, performance & features
Trims
Safety & driver-assist features
Built in: Smyrna, Tennessee
NHTSA vPIC, as reported by the manufacturer for 5 2023 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 | 30 / 37 / 33 | +20% | $2,050 | 271 |
| Rogue FWD | 1.5L 3-cyl turbo | Automatic (AV-S8) | Front-Wheel Drive | 30 / 37 / 33 | +20% | $2,050 | 269 |
| Rogue FWD SL/Platinum | 1.5L 3-cyl turbo | Automatic (AV-S8) | Front-Wheel Drive | 29 / 36 / 32 | +17% | $2,100 | 278 |
| Rogue FWD SL/Platinum | 1.5L 3-cyl turbo | Automatic (AV-S8) | Front-Wheel Drive | 29 / 36 / 32 | +17% | $2,100 | 278 |
| Rogue AWD | 1.5L 3-cyl turbo | Automatic (AV-S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 28 / 35 / 31 | +24% | $2,150 | 287 |
| Rogue AWD SL/Platinum | 1.5L 3-cyl turbo | Automatic (AV-S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 28 / 34 / 31 | +24% | $2,150 | 288 |
| Rogue AWD | 1.5L 3-cyl turbo | Automatic (AV-S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 28 / 35 / 31 | +24% | $2,150 | 287 |
| Rogue AWD SL/Platinum | 1.5L 3-cyl turbo | Automatic (AV-S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 28 / 34 / 31 | +24% | $2,150 | 287 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2023 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Driver / passenger | Side | Side pole | Rollover | Rollover risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 Nissan Rogue SUV AWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 4★ / 4★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 17.9% |
| 2023 Nissan Rogue SUV FWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 4★ / 4★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 17.9% |


Similar 2023 small SUVs
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 Nissan Rogue (this car) | 33 MPG | ★★★★★ | 6 |
| 2023 Toyota RAV4 | 40 MPG | ★★★★★ | 3 |
| 2023 Toyota RAV4 Prime | 38 MPG | ★★★★★ | 2 |
| 2023 Honda CR-V | 40 MPG | ★★★★★ | 8 |
| 2023 Toyota 4Runner | 17 MPG | ★★★★★ | 1 |
| 2023 Hyundai Tucson | 38 MPG | ★★★★★ | 2 |
| 2023 Subaru Forester | 29 MPG | ★★★★★ | 1 |
Recalls (6)
Engine And Engine Cooling › Engine › Hard Parts Internal/Mechanical · Feb 11, 2026
NHTSA campaign 26V080000 · 323,917 vehicles
- Problem
- Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2023-2025 Rogue vehicles equipped with 3-cylinder 1.5L variable compression turbo (VC-Turbo) engines. Increased temperatures can break down the engine oil, which may cause the engine bearings to seize and become damaged, leading to engine failure.
- Risk
- Engine failure can cause a loss of drive power, increasing 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, inspect for diagnostic trouble codes, and test drive the vehicle, free of charge. The dealer may also inspect the oil pan for metal debris, and replace the engine if necessary. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 8, 2026. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 800-647-7261. Nissan's numbers for this recall are R25E2 and R25E3. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall number 25V437. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning February 27, 2026.
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.
Seat Belts › Pretensioner · Feb 28, 2024
NHTSA campaign 24V156000 · 9,720 vehicles
- Problem
- Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2023 Rogue vehicles. The driver and front passenger seat belt pretensioners may have been incorrectly manufactured, which can cause the seat belts to not properly restrain occupants. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection," 209, "Seat Belt Assemblies," and 210 "Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages."
- Risk
- Improperly restrained occupants have an increased risk of injury during a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will replace the front seat belt assemblies, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 26, 2024. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is PD105.
Air Bags › Frontal › Driver Side › Inflator Module · Feb 27, 2024
NHTSA campaign 24V154000 · 351 vehicles
- Problem
- Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2024 Titan, Frontier, Infiniti QX60, Pathfinder, 2023-2024 Sentra, Versa, Kicks, Infiniti QX50, and 2023 Rogue vehicles. Due to a manufacturing issue, the driver's air bag inflator may absorb moisture, and cause the air bag to deploy improperly.
- Risk
- An air bag that deploys improperly may not protect the driver as intended during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
- Fix
- Dealers will replace the front driver's air bag assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 10, 2024. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's numbers for this recall are PD103, PD104, and PMA34.
Seat Belts › Critical Fasteners · May 25, 2023
NHTSA campaign 23V374000 · 71 vehicles
- Problem
- Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2023 Nissan Rogue vehicles. The fastener in the rear seat belt anchor attachment points may not have been tightened properly and can loosen over time.
- Risk
- A loose rear seat belt anchor fastener may not properly restrain an occupant in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
- Fix
- Dealers will inspect and tighten the rear seat belt anchor bolts. Additionally, dealers will apply warning labels to the seat belt attachment points to indicate the bolt size and torque value required for any future seat belt repair. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed July 14, 2023. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is PC978, PC979.
Seats › Critical Fasteners · Apr 13, 2023
NHTSA campaign 23V268000 · 12,400 vehicles
- Problem
- Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2023 Rogue, Pathfinder, and Infiniti QX60 vehicles. The driver's powered seat may not be fully secured to the seat frame, causing the seat frame welds to detach from the rear inboard seat bracket.
- Risk
- An unsecured seat with broken welds may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
- Fix
- Dealers will inspect the driver's seat rail clearance, and if necessary, replace the driver's seat cushion frame, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed June 10, 2023. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is PC966, PC967.
Not every 2023 Nissan Rogue is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Used 2023 Nissan Rogue buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 6 recalls this year — ask for proof of repairs.
- Engine — 300 owner reports. Cold-start the engine, listen for knocking, and watch for warning lights or hesitation on acceleration.
- Engine And Engine Cooling — 118 owner reports. Cold-start the engine, listen for knocking, and watch for warning lights or hesitation on acceleration.
- Fuel/Propulsion System — 100 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.
- Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 44,000 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 2023 Nissan Rogue. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other Rogue years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Rogue | 32 | 182.7 in | Not rated | 2 | 53 |
| 2025 Rogue | 33 | 182.7 in | ★★★★★ | 3 | 198 |
| 2024 Rogue | 33 | 182.7 in | ★★★★★ | 4 | 221 |
| 2022 Rogue | 33 | 182.7 in | ★★★★★ | 1 | 244 |
| 2021 Rogue | 33 | 182.7 in | ★★★★★ | 10 | 293 |
| 2020 Rogue | 29 | 184.6 in | ★★★★★ | 1 | 153 |
| 2019 Rogue | 34 | 184.6 in | ★★★★★ | 4 | 339 |
| 2018 Rogue | 34 | 182.3 in | ★★★★★ | 4 | 669 |
| 2017 Rogue | 34 | 182.3 in | Not rated | 6 | 600 |
| 2016 Rogue | 28 | 182.3 in | Not rated | 7 | 543 |
| 2015 Rogue | 28 | 182.3 in | Not rated | 9 | 552 |
| 2014 Rogue | 28 | 182.3 in | Not rated | 10 | 414 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Nissan. How we calculate this →