Skip to main content

Used 2012 Nissan Rogue Consumer Reviews

3.6 out of 5 stars
57 reviews

See Edmunds pricing data

Has Your Car's Value Changed?

Used car values are constantly changing. Edmunds lets you track your vehicle's value over time so you can decide when to sell or trade in.

Price history graph example

Trending topics in reviews

Pros
Cons
5 out of 5 stars

LOVE MY ROGUE

pgh1559, 06/05/2012
2012 Nissan Rogue SV 4dr SUV w/SL Package (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
11 of 12 people found this review helpful

I purchased my Rogue 3 weeks ago. I traded in a 2009 Altima on it. It is comfortable and fun to drive. I like sitting a little higher than in a car, it is very easy to get in and out of... I looked at and test drove the Equinox and 2012 CRV, though both of them had some better features than the Rogue, I went with the Rogue for looks and the keyless feature. I have only filled up my tank 2 times and the last fill up I got was 25.3 mpg and that is just around town, no highway driving, that is me figuring the mileage not the computer on the car. I would recommend the Rogue. I really love the car despite a few negatives of the Navi and Bluetooth.

Report Abuse

3 out of 5 stars

Vibration and Rattling Noise when Driving - 2012

J Weimar, 12/06/2015
2012 Nissan Rogue S 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
11 of 12 people found this review helpful

Car vibrates due to engine movement. When the AC kicks in, it gets worse. See Youtube videos on vibration. I've never owned a car designed to vibrate. Its a reason only by itself no to purchase a Rouge. Its a design issue in which Nissan says its working as design.

Technology
3 out of 5 stars
Performance
3 out of 5 stars
Interior
3 out of 5 stars
Comfort
3 out of 5 stars
Reliability
3 out of 5 stars
Value
3 out of 5 stars
Report Abuse
2012 Nissan Rogue for sale near you
Showing 3 of 400 listings
See all 400 listings

5 out of 5 stars

Great value, reliable, fun, and nice interior!

tagamasid1023, 04/21/2012
2012 Nissan Rogue SV 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
14 of 16 people found this review helpful

Glad that we chose the Rouge and didn't follow the stereotypical Toyota and Honda advice. Our Rouge is now a year and half old (9400 miles) and still very reliable. Fuel efficiency is amazing, but it greatly depends on one's driving style - learn to maximize the CVT's advantage and you'll save a lot of fuel! The Rouge meets all our demands and needs. The cargo space is fine with us, since we don't load a lot of stuff. I noticed the engine "drone" happens when the engine is not sufficiently warmed up in the morning, especially during winter. Nevertheless, I wouldn't trade the Rouge for a CRV or RAV4.

Report Abuse

2 out of 5 stars

Buyer beware

Steve, 01/17/2017
2012 Nissan Rogue S 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
10 of 11 people found this review helpful

What is it about Nissans that after 100,000 miles, they start breaking down? The parts seem not durable vat all,,, Specifically with my Rogue, I needed a new transmission at 98000 miles, and now they say I need a new heater core at 131000 miles. Its a virtual junkmobile! If you do buy one of these, you better get some sort of extended warranty or you'll regret it!

Performance
2 out of 5 stars
Comfort
4 out of 5 stars
Report Abuse

5 out of 5 stars

Great small SUV at 3500 miles!! VERY happy!

pjclark4, 09/21/2012
2012 Nissan Rogue SV 4dr SUV (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful

The drive is terrific. Plenty of pick up. Not sure why anyone would need a V6. I mean, if you want to drive that fast, buy a sports car. The 4 cyl has more than enough to get us on the highway and for passing. At 6ft 2 and lanky as can be, I am extremely comfortable. Plenty of leg room in the front, although I can't speak for the back as I've never sat in it. My 5ft 7in wife fits fine in the back behind me with two car seats though, so that says something. After 3500 miles, the MPG estimates appear dead on. We can get 30 going 55 in flatter areas, 23 around town (DC), and 27ish at my preferred 80mph on the high. I'll take that for an SUV filled to the brim most days.

Report Abuse
Items per page:
5