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Rogue - 1 year update
RogueDriver, 07/15/2016
updated 07/17/2017
2016 Nissan Rogue S 4dr SUV (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
240 of 245 people found this review helpful
I have owned my Rogue approx 12 months and have 13,500 miles on it. This includes two extended highway trips. Vehicle is doing great. No troubles at all. I do routine 3,500 mile oil changes (recommended in our hot Florida weather) and rotate tires and nothing else has been needed. Drives great, smooth as can be, getting 26 mpg in town and 34 hwy. Very comfortable on 15 hour all highway drives moving kids to college. Extremely comfortable front seats which is key for me since I have a bad back from an accident. The Rogue is not the sexiest vehicle in the world, but in my view is an extremely comfortable, solid and dependable vehicle that does everything I, as an average driver, need in a vehicle. I am not going to win any drag races in it, and I am sure that the folks at Car and Driver or Motor Trend don't like it, but for going to work and back, hauling the occasional bags of mulch from Home Depot, or driving the kids to college with all their junk it works tremendously fine. Would purchase again without question. I am a guys who reads all of the professional car/suv reviews, and my experience with my Rogue is much more positive than what the reviewers say about the vehicle. I am high 50's male with a bad back from an accident and went looking for a "right height" vehicle since I have trouble crouching down to get into many sedans or hopping up into most SUVs. After sitting in a significant number of vehicles I found the Rogue fit the bill perfectly. Height is just right for me to slide into, and the seats are extremely comfortable (I didn't believe the Nissan propaganda about zero gravity design seats until I sat in them). And in spite of the professional reviewers who say that the Rogue drives poorly, I love it. Recognize that I use my Rogue for what I think a typical driver would use it for. I drive a few miles each day back and forth to work, go around town on errands, and will hop onto the interstate occasionally to go visit someone. I am not looking for a street racing machine and I don't care if it doesn't corner at high g-rates. Just typical average everyday driving. And in this the Rogue does wonderfully. Plenty of pickup, and no - I don't get a horrendous "drone" from the engine/transmission since I am not trying to drag race down the street or into interstate on ramps. Accelerates just fine. Smooth and comfortable ride - maybe not to the standards of a 1980's Buick - but what SUV does? Much smoother and more comfortable than the BMW and Mercedes SUVs that my friends drive for name recognition. Lots of room inside. Carries plenty in rear. A/C works great which is key here in Florida. Handles my daily grind just fine. Are there things that I don't like - sure. Nissan's bluetooth connectivity is somewhat behind others - my iphone connects perfectly to the other 3 cars in my family (Toyota, BMW and Hyundai) but even the dealer can't figure out why the Rogue won't pull in my full address book for all voice recognition calls. Gas mileage a bit lower than advertised. But bottom line is that the Rogue handles my daily driving needs admirably well - and at a great cost (dealer hugely discounted off list price). Highly recommend the vehicle for anyone looking for comfortable, normal transportation. I will continue to read the professional car reviews, but now I recognize that their specific vehicle criticisms may not apply to a typical driver like myself.
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So far, so good
Steve, 04/03/2016
2016 Nissan Rogue SL 4dr SUV (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
152 of 155 people found this review helpful
The Rogue was originally on my short list back in October 2014. Back then, I ended up buying a 2015 Mazda CX5 Grand Touring. Fast forward to March 2016, I regretted it. My transmission died and needed to be completely replaced after just 24,000 miles. I decided I wanted to get out of the Mazda at that time. So, I looked at the Rogue again. So, a lot of the pros will also mention things that I already like a lot better than the CX5 for those who are also considering that one over the Rogue. Pros: -The entertainment system is much faster than the Mazda. My iPhone 6 paired with the Nissan very quickly and downloaded my address book in about 5 seconds. The Mazda always had delays with the entertainment system whether it was Bluetooth to switching from FM radio to XM radio. I don't know why but it was just slow. -It's very comfortable -For those who like moonroofs, I upgraded to the SL Premium Package which included the panoramic moonroof and it's amazing how much natural light gets into the vehicle now. If you have kids, my kids seem to love it since the moonroof extends over their seats. -The rear seats can be slid forwards and backwards adding extra cargo room in the back. -The LED headlights seem to illuminate the road better than the Mazda's LED headlights did. -Both the Mazda CX5 Grand Touring and the Rogue SL have Bose speakers. The Bose speakers seem significantly better in the Rogue than in the CX5. Cons: -An all weather cargo trunk tray is not available. They don't make one because the trunk can technically have shelves (You can lift up the floor coverings to uncover additional cargo space that goes about 6-10" down extending the entire area of the trunk). This is also obviously a pro as well because it adds extra functionality but I also like to have an all weather cargo tray when I go to get garbage such as mulch to put in the back. -The blind spot warning system is nice but I find that the volume is low and apparently there is no way to adjust it. The one thing I liked about the Mazda better was the blind spot warning system because the volume was both louder and the indicator itself was in the side mirror making it more easily visible. In the Rogue, the indicator light is inside the vehicle near the side mirrors where there is usually a speaker in many cars. All in all, I think there is a better value in the Rogue and I'm happy with it although from what I understand, there have been minor changes to the 2016 CX5 versus the 2015 CX5 that I had.
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My Second Rogue
Jaksie B., 07/14/2016
2016 Nissan Rogue SL 4dr SUV (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
36 of 36 people found this review helpful
I had 2009 Rogue before it got hit for the 2nd time and it was totalled. Decided to get 2016 Rogue and I love it! The whole exterior and interior are completely upgraded from 2009. The 2016 feels very comfortable, just like 2009, maybe better! Wish the road noise was better (same as 2009). Not sure if this is right, but it feels like the 2009 Rogue's acceleration was better than 2016! Yes, I remember it is a 4-cylinder, but my 2009 was awesome and felt so good when I hit the gas pedal. It feels like there's a lot more resistant on 2016 when I hit the gas pedal. Other than that, I LOVE all the safety features that 2016 has.
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My Rogue Rocks!
Mark G., 11/25/2015
updated 05/30/2017
2016 Nissan Rogue SL 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
260 of 274 people found this review helpful
First off let me say that I did a lot of research into this class of vehicle and wasn't actually in the market for new SUV. However, our 2005 Honda CRV was written off as "Totaled" after being rear ended so hard we were pushed into the car in front of us. Thankfully I had done all my homework. I and my wife test drove three SUV's. The 2015 Honda CR-V, 2015 Mazda CX-5, and of course the Rogue SL. I won't go into all the pros and cons of each vehicle suffice to say that all three of them are wonderful cars and you're not going to go be disappointed with any of them but if interior comfort, competent handling, and a smooth ride are of the utmost importance to you then the Rogue is head and shoulders above the other two vehicles, especially the Honda CRV. The Honda had the least desirable interior and control scheme. And while I'm not a professional reviewer or driver the comments about the "uninspired driving experience" or "lackluster handling" are completely unjustified. I live in rural Georgia and my daily commute is all over twisty, curvy roads and this car just eats the road up. The car has a nice dynamic suspension which may insulate the driver a little bit from the "road feel" but frankly getting used to to pampered by my Rogue's suspension was not too hard to take.. It handles precisely and responsively. Many people aren't that crazy about the CVT transmission (continuously variable transmission (CVT) -also known as a single-speed transmission) transmissions because of their responsiveness and on that score I understand the tepid reviews but that's across the board with all the manufacturers although I felt that the Honda, with the addition of 10 extra HP, was a bit more crisp in it's responsiveness. In my opinion the reviews, while attempting to be precise & impartial, are misleading. This car has excellent acceleration for all your day to day driving needs. I find it's acceleration to be smooth and consistent. I have absolutely no qualms whatsoever recommending this car. I am so happy we did not pay extra to go with the Honda CRV Touring model and this from a dealership we had been going to for years. I've owned Nissan vehicles before and was extremely pleased with both of them. Update: (May 26, 2016) - So after nearly 7000 miles of driving and a little more than six months of ownership my opinion of this car is still "two thumbs way up"! We recently completed a drive to Asheville, NC from Atlanta, GA over some very hilly and very curvy roads and this car performed beautifully. It's so comfortable to ride and just a joy to drive. Also I recommend a "Mostly Music" subscription to XM-Sirius radio. Being able to sit and cruise along to non-stop, commercial free music while driving in the mountains made the trip even more enjoyable. To date I've hauled mulch, a lawnmower, and various assorted pieces of furniture in my car and I have to say that this car fits the bill nicely when I need the cargo space. Like I've said before the interior is by far and away superior to any of the competitors out there. As a side note the NavTec navigation system is excellent. It could be a little more intuitive with it's menu layout but overall it's extremely easy to use and perfectly integrated into the vehicle's control scheme. My mileage is lower than expected but not by much. Even though t's bigger than my 2005 CRV and a little heavier it gets much better gas mileage than that and this is an AWD car. 25.1 is my average for mostly my day to day driving with the best mileage at 30.8. I tend to do 30 - 32 highway pretty consistently. Update: (November 28, 2016) Now that I have almost 15K miles on my Rogue SL-AWD I can say without qualification that this car is an exceptional value. Mileage is exactly what I expected about 25.5 in the City, and 32 Highway which for an AWD vehicle is excellent. I couldn't be happier. One small, and rather humorous side note, when I got a low pressure warning on one tire the other day, I got the customary in cabin warning and moments later a text from my Nissan Connect service telling me I had a low pressure....lol...my wife, who's also on my Nissan account got the same text so she turns around and sends me another text and calls me that my tire pressure it low...Long story short it cracked me up that the "world" was so alerted to my tire pressure "event"...lol Look this is a great car. It rides smoothly and handles beautifully. Don't believe the reviews about it being a rather "uninspired" driving experience this car is super comfortable and and absolute pleasure to drive. Update (May 30, 2017). I love my car! I have absolutely no complaints about my vehicle. The mileage, which was always excellent, is even better. Highway miles - steady state at 75MPH - gets me 36.9 at a walk. Comfortable and extremely efficient. I've upgraded the NAV system with new maps and beyond my regularly scheduled maintenance I've had no issues.
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Sporty CSUV
Bedford, 11/20/2016
updated 11/26/2017
2016 Nissan Rogue SV 4dr SUV (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
74 of 77 people found this review helpful
My Wife was attracted to it and I was slow to warm up to it. Now I find the getting in and out of easy and comfortable ride . Peppy and great fuel economy. the only draw back is the drivers door(windows and locks etc.) are not illuminated. we love it ....we're 70 and this is our first SUV because of the ease of enter and exit it.
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Highly Underated
E. Tillman, 12/07/2015
2016 Nissan Rogue S 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
45 of 47 people found this review helpful
This SUV/CAR is underrated by far!.........Great quiet smooth ride and engine is quite peppy enough......cruise control is so effortless I find myself using it all the time and then I feel like I am sitting on my sofa at home.......The visibility all the way round is great but especially up front----it makes you feel safe because you can see in every direction......radio and speakers are better than I first thought after playing with the controls just a little.......fun to drive and mileage so far is good after being checked with a calculator.....around 32 on the highway......and 26.9 in city.......I rigged up a couple cut 2 x 4's UNDER the removable floor sections in the rear to make it easier to carry heavier items in the back and still keep it clean.....I love the navigation system and the safety cameras on the side and back while using the back up camera.......SUV feel with car like drive......I can go to the supermarket for groceries or a long driving vacation or bird hunting in the field or church on Sunday...........I would call that versatile enough for a Texan........and the wife is happy also......First Nissan and I would highly recommend this to anyone.......I happened to be in a friends Altima a couple weeks before I purchased my Rogue and the ride is the same........Great SUV/CAR!...5 stars and the Midnight Jade--well I haven't seen another one on the road.......making it feel like a custom ride.........
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Gone Rogue!
Chris, 08/23/2016
updated 09/04/2019
2016 Nissan Rogue SV 4dr SUV (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
29 of 30 people found this review helpful
Well I've had my Rogue for a little over 3 years now and I've put quite a few miles on it. So far I've been very pleased with the vehicle. The Rogues reliability has been excellent so far and I have only been to the dealer for routine maintenance including oil changes and tire rotations. I did have to replace the battery after 2 years which I thought was kind of early but other than that no problems. I'm also very happy with the overall build quality and integrity of the vehicle. I would highly recommend a Rogue if you're in the market for a compact SUV.
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Not flashy, but still a good value at 24 months
Chet Heath, 12/13/2016
updated 06/15/2021
2016 Nissan Rogue S 4dr SUV (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
17 of 17 people found this review helpful
Nissan gave me the best price as a year-end leftover with $3500 of incentives and the Rogue is a good value for the money. The Mazda CX-5 was the most fun to drive, but the Rogue felt more solid. It seems a lot bigger inside. The Hundai SantaFe compares well, had much better visibility, but their pricing was poor. The Rogue was the easiest for a big man to get in and out of - the Honda was the worst. I like the Rogue's flexible storage and even made additional panels. The seats are comfortable for a big man. My particular Rogue was made entirely in Japan (VIN starts with a "J") and I am expecting higher build quality without North American union labor. On the low end "S" model, the appearance option is money well spent; the tinted windows alone justify it. On the downside: The visibility is poor; both of the rear side windows are tiny and the front window pillars, and mirrors dangerously block view of pedestrians leaving the curb on either side - especially for shorter drivers. A 180 degree front view camera might help. One saving grace is that the rear window seems to be a bit larger than competition, but the rear seat headrests need to be removed to take advantage of it. The entry level remote control key system that comes with the "S" model will let you lock yourself out of the car; have a key cut by a locksmith ($4) that can only open the door, and hide it for this situation. At least it will let you lock your wife's purse inside the car, when she doesn't want to carry it - the high end remote control key system will not lock with her key inside her purse. Another minor negative is that the radio is biased heavily in favor of Apple connectivity and the designers simply forgot that Android phones exist. Further in this vein: A USB stick with music is a common media element in all the brands, but Nissan seems to have limited the radio's ability to read one to 16GB - there is no discussion of it in the documentation and the Dealer does not know anything about it. The 3-year warranty seems short, but the dealer had a way to extend it to 6 years & 72 months for 16 dollars per month. Another, feature worth giving up one Starbucks per week is the XM radio. Absolutely addictive - but their plans are limited. You can't order channels "a la carte" on a vehicle radio and they don't offer a plan with just music and news - you have to take (pricey) sports and/or other channels that you don't want. Lastly, I wish the advanced safety options were available on all the levels - in reality, they cost thousands more than the listed option cost - just to get to a level where they are available. Overall, my wife and family feel safe in this car, but my wife is less eager to drive it with the blind spots. - Update: Still, the absolute worst feature of the car is that you can lock yourself out. The low end keyless system allows you to close the door with the keys inside and does not warn you. If you then set the lock from the armrest (by habit), you can lock yourself out. I got a spare key, that will only open the door, and put it in my wallet. It won't start the car, but it will open it. Visibility is marginal: I added a 3" square convex mirror to the driver's side, and weatherproof 170 degree TV cameras on the passenger side and directly forward to resolve blind spots. The camera in the front allows accurate close parking up to a wall, or another vehicle. The pattern of the LED driving lights (only as viewed by the camera inside the front logo) conveniently changes as it gets within a minimum distance. The passenger side camera mounts under the right side mirror housing and the 7" led monitor fits perfectly below radio in the coin tray area. I made a fiberboard enclosure for it and it looks like it belongs there. All the parts were available from China through eBay for less than $50. The rear floor carpet has Rogue logo covers glued loosely to the carpet; they do this because the same car is sold under different names outside the US. These covers come off as soon as something heavy is rolled into the back. Unlike previous Nissans, the 12 volt receptacles all shut down about a minute after the car is shut off. It's pointless to try to charge a cellphone in the car overnight. Added a set of fused 12 volt outlet receptacles (connected to the battery directly) for $15 (eBay). Also missing is a way for short women, like my wife, to pull down the rear hatch. I added a simple strap. Don't they have short women in Japan? The horn also failed - but there are two of them. I assume Nissan will fix that at the 5000 mile oil-change. The XM radio for the S package has a tiny station selector knob and it is difficult to resolve the nearly 300 stations without the manual dexterity of a safecracker. Overall, the car is still a good value, and it is only a few little omissions and annoyances that detract from what is otherwise a very flexible and affordable vehicle. Rear Seats uncomfortable-engine noise Little towing capacity
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Luxury Wagon
Pam Lundberg, 03/11/2016
2016 Nissan Rogue SL 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
26 of 27 people found this review helpful
I purchased this lovely Rogue because someone t-boned me and totaled my 2009 Murano - :( I LOVED that Murano, so this Rogue had big tires to fill. I bought the SL AWD and it truly is nice. Off the bat though, I'm not sitting as high off the road as I was in the Murano, I feel like I'm driving in a sedan. Also, the Murano had the V6 and this little nugget is 4 cyclinder CVT - I do notice a slight hesitation when accelerating (but only because I'm a brat comparing to the Murano). So those are really the only 'hmmm' moments I'm having. Other than that there's plenty of room inside. More head room than the Murano. I was able to go with the almond leather interior and it's STUNNING! I have the moonroof that goes the length of the roof, so that is amazing as well. There are cameras galore all over the car, so I'm able to look at the screen and see both a normal view AND a birds-eye view of the car.
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Rogue review
Dean Spicher, 09/17/2016
2016 Nissan Rogue SL 4dr SUV (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
15 of 15 people found this review helpful
Purchased this SUV to replace a Frontier pickup which was only 7 months old when it was in a total loss crash (BAD). Decided to purchase a small SUV instead of a pickup as a replacement. So far the Rogue has been a pleasant choice. It is solid, quiet and comfortable to drive. It has been doing well with fuel mileage, better than the Jeep Patriot I had before the Frontier. The surround camera system is great for parking and the Bose system is great. Overall I am happy, with the only complaint that the 2.5 is a little rough compared to other 4's in this class, but the acceleration and highway manners more than make up for the rougher than average idle. I looked at Ford, and Jeep comps and went with the Nissan. Overall I think it's the better choice for me (GOOD).
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