2009 Nissan Rogue Consumer Reviews Page 4

Beware of Design Defect

Written by: Perk on 04/18/2009

Vehicle

2009 Nissan Rogue SL 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)

Review

On the 2009 AWD SL the dash passenger & driver side trim around the vent reflects into the side mirrors (sunny day or cloudy) and is a huge distraction when looking to change lanes. Going to cause an accident. I brought this to the dealers attentions which the service area blew it off, i called corp and they could care less,the only person that made any effort to help render was the sales person. NISSAN listen up and don't bring out the vent so far on the dash and this will get rid of the problem.

Favorite Features

Love the bluetooth and the boise radio, seats are comfortable. Very nice even on the highway. Gas mileage is pretty right on.

Suggested Improvements

Change the dash vent trim so it's not reflecting into the side mirrors. It's going to cause and accident. NEED auto lights out when turning engine off.

10 out 14 people found this review helpful

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Even Better then I thought.

Written by: Markym on 04/12/2009

Vehicle

2009 Nissan Rogue SL 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)

Review

Traded in my 2001 Mazda tribute. I wanted something between a car and my SUV. Thus The Rogue. I had a chance to take it out for an hour on the hwy. It was great. At first I left the radio off to hear the possible noise issues other have said. After I stopped focusing on the noise. No problem for me. Lots of pick up. NOT going to miss my Tribute. The Rogue takes corners so well. I can feel that car feeling. Love the option from automatic to manual shifting. Works well for that extra kick you might need the odd time. If your more aggressive you would tend to use this more so. .I did push it around the corners getting off the hwy. Did very well. hugged the road

Favorite Features

car feeling, stereo, The pep it has in the city, and on the road,automatic/manual option,style.

Suggested Improvements

hatch window is small but one can get use to it. Hatch window does not open. Glove compartment has no lock.

9 out 9 people found this review helpful

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Adding rails to S model Too Costly

Written by: Erica on 04/08/2009

Vehicle

2009 Nissan Rogue S 4dr SUV (2.5L 4cyl CVT)

Review

I love this vehicle but two things that irked me ( and others I have met online) is the ridiculously expensive cost to put side rails on top for storage. In order to get this feature, you have to pay 1000+ dollars US. This is silly and nonsensical.

Favorite Features

Space inside but not a boat, It drives like a sports car!

Suggested Improvements

Offer rails as option by themselves on the S, 1000 bucks on top of 400 bucks a month is too much and I need storage for camping now.

3 out 5 people found this review helpful

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Fun to drive

Written by: c.win on 04/01/2009

Vehicle

2009 Nissan Rogue SL 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)

Review

This is the fourth Nissan we have owned. I like the style, AWD, and reliability. I wanted a car that was good in the snow as I drive a long way to work. It proved itself one morning in a snowstorm. Nice traction and riding when slippery. Good on gas too.

Favorite Features

BOSE sound system, AWD, blue tooth, easy to maneuver, sporty style

Suggested Improvements

No locking gas cap?? Side molding to prevent dings, More room in center console for misc items. Cup holders in back, larger rear window or back up camera, could use a little more visual help when backing up, still a nice car

9 out 9 people found this review helpful

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Sporty yet practical, safe alternative

Written by: Val on 03/31/2009

Vehicle

2009 Nissan Rogue SL 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)

Review

I am impressed with the exterior, very nice design giving the feeling of a luxury vehicle. The interior is basic but also attractive. Some things I found to be missing that were bothersome to me were: volume control on the steering wheel, one-click power- up window control (there is one-click down, but not up)and auto headlights, no navigation system. The seat adjustment controls, power steering and dash controls are basic. These features may be available if you purchase the premium package. The Rouge handles nicely, although it is loud upon acceleration and it is noticeably a 4 cylinder vehicle. The new technology transmission takes getting used to, the car can feel a bit "put-put."

Favorite Features

The black interior is sleek, the back windshield wiper is nice to have, the Ipod aux feature is handy, big glove compartment, handy compartments in trunk, rear privacy windows, fold down seats and variable AWD. THe exterior is attractive.

Suggested Improvements

Decrease the noise level of the engine/transmission!!! Needs a larger gas tank, more options should be standard. Interior controls are a bit basic, more of a modern design or high- tech design would be better.

4 out 6 people found this review helpful

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Almost Perfect

Written by: Black Rogue on 03/30/2009

Vehicle

2009 Nissan Rogue SL 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)

Review

Purchased two Rogues over the past 3 months. One is SL AWD with everything but leather package and the other has everything. In general, the cars ride smoothly, but can be noisy at wide open throttle. Highway merging is not a problem with the QR25. A good first attempt by Nissan in the cute-ute segment that needs a few improvements.

Favorite Features

Bluetooth, HIDs, BOSE stereo, I-Key

Suggested Improvements

Reduced engine noise, Rear center arm rest, more a/c outlets, push button start, navigation system, power seat with cloth interior, and rear view camera to deal with "large" blindspot.

3 out 3 people found this review helpful

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Love it!

Written by: ChrissyTina on 03/30/2009

Vehicle

2009 Nissan Rogue SL 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)

Review

We just bought this car and are absolutely in love. We upgraded from a WRX - we have a 1 year old and needed more room. My only quirk is the speedometer. I like having the numbers at every 10 MPH, and a definitive line at the 5 marks. most of the speed limits here are 25, 35, 45. everything with a 5. But that's just my personal quirk. The view through the back is smaller then I am used to, but i don't find that its too small and have no trouble backing up. It is comfortable and fun to drive, and much easier to transport a 1 year old, and all of his gear in.

Favorite Features

Handling, love the leather interior, AUX plug in for Ipod, storage space

Suggested Improvements

Easier to read speedometer

4 out 4 people found this review helpful

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Stunning Car

Written by: Moodles on 03/29/2009

Vehicle

2009 Nissan Rogue SL 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)

Review

We absolutely love this vehicle. We had looked at the Honda Civic but this is head and shoulders over the Civic. It's much more stylish and a joy to drive. Very reliable, we've had no problems with ours at all. A great vehicle.

Favorite Features

AWD, great in the snow!

Suggested Improvements

Impaired vision when reversing through the back window.

0 out 1 people found this review helpful

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Second place ain't bad

Written by: mac on 03/17/2009

Vehicle

2009 Nissan Rogue SL 4dr SUV (2.5L 4cyl CVT)

Review

Easier to drive than my CRV and just as peppy. My wife wanted this one and I enjoy driving it myself because I'm 6'2" and I fit. It drives well on the road and buzzes around town easily. We tested all the SUV's this size and the CRV was tops, but this one could easily be someone else's top rated.

Favorite Features

Like the CVT, gas mileage, garage remote link, eletrochromatic rear view, and pop-up storage in rear deck,

Suggested Improvements

Badly needs auto A/C instead of dials and multiple settings. The bluetooth isn't very easy for people to understand on the receiving end. Lack of drink holders in doors is a silly, thoughtless oversight. C'mon, mold the plastic to take a cup!

12 out 13 people found this review helpful

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Sick of this piece of junk

Written by: Sick Of Rough on 03/15/2009

Vehicle

2009 Nissan Rogue SL 4dr SUV (2.5L 4cyl CVT)

Review

We bought the new Rouge in April '08. At about 5500 miles we started hearing the "NOISE". The service tech couldn't hear it at first. I did get it to make the sound and he heard it. He then drove it and he said he got it to do it worse. They contacted Niaasn tech line. They said that they were aware of the problem. The sound got worse and at 6800 miles they replaced the Trans. This would be the second transmission being the first came in the car. Then at about 12000 miles it reappeared. they didn't hesitate to replace the trans. The service manager could only say that it "must" be fixed but he could not guarantee it is a fix. I'm sorry to say that the trans is already "grawling".

Favorite Features

Gas Milage

Suggested Improvements

Stand behind the product

11 out 13 people found this review helpful

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