Our long-awaited full review on the redesigned 2021 Nissan Rogue is finally here! We did want to clarify pricing, the base Rogue S starts at $25,650. Add $1400 if you want AWD. The Rogue SL FWD in this video stickers for $35,195 with the only option being the SL premium package for $1,320 extra. A fully loaded Rogue Platinum with AWD will top out at just under $39k. For that price, we would like to see Nissan also include cooled front seats and a more powerful turbo or electrified engine option. Thanks for watching everyone!
I’ll be honest I hate when companies and reviewers show only the top grade model. They really don’t sell as much as the much cheaper models and it’s just way more realistic. Most buyers wont know what a heads up display is and won’t also touch the dash to see if it’s soft touch leather. Some of these reviewers are kinda out of touch with reality cause they spend time in much higher priced cars.
@@dave_riots yah, and don’t get me wrong! I love seeing some of these cars with high trims but when it comes to high sellers like Toyota, Nissan etc. most buyers are coming from a used vehicle and to them anything is much nicer than before 😂
The good thing about having top trims reviewed is we get to see all the features and see if they work. It’s then up to the customer to decide if they need it or not.
@@gabevillarreal96 I don’t blame you. It’s hard to be a fan of interiors that date back 10-15 years. I honestly wouldn’t be surprised if Infiniti isn’t even around anymore 5 years from now.
@@97I30T Neither would I. They need a complete revamp and overall top to bottom but not sure if they have the budget for that. Maybe new leadership from a design standpoint or research and development. But the are simply not competitive and they offer nothing of a compelling nature to make me want to consider the brand. Plus their advertising campaigns inspire nothing. If you don't have great designs at least have reliability durability or dependability. They are average at best with everything.
I like the nissan key. Its an old design yeah, but its little and it works well. I don't want an obnoxious huge key in my pocket. I think of a BMW key, those are huge I hate that thing in my pocket.
Yea. My wife and I prefer Alex on Autos cause he focuses more on segment number comparisons and has his rating systems. But Redline is definitely next in line. If I check out a vehicle via Alex - the next video I watch would be to see what Sofyan has to say about said vehicle.
@@josiahstearns9615 For cosmetic and how it drives reviews yes. Engineering, mechanics and long term reliability neither of them. Savage geese all day.
Meh. I watch and have been for many years but I think Sofyan has fallen behind considering the all the information we can get on 2 dozen other channels.
I love my new Rogue! I purchased the SV with the premium package so I have leather seats and the pano sunroof. I feel like it was a great price for the luxuries included. Love the redesign!
I'm probably in the minority, but I don't like the front facia. The outgoing model looks better to me. Either way, because of the cvt, I wouldn't consider it.
@@KaptainKoke specifically in the case of Nissan, they’re built like crap by JATCO. The other thing with any CVT car is that whenever you accelerate it revs the heck out of the engine and its droany and loud when doing so
@@KaptainKoke yeah, for example Toyota’s and Honda’s CVT’s are better made and they have an actual launch gear and then they shift to the CVT where Nissan’s doesn’t
2012 Quest here with 160K miles and no issues. The CVT works flawlessly if you change your fluid every 50k miles. Traded for a 2016 Quest that’s now at 48K miles and no issues.
@@Noah-ui1iu Glad you maintain it so well. You pretty much have to baby the car with a Nissan CVT transmission. I just bought a new 2021 Toyota Corolla Hybrid LE. Toyota cars are more reliable.
@@teddyhenriquez5192 exactly. Traded in my 2012 maxima in August (140k miles with no CVT issues) for a 2020 Altima SL AWD. Love it. Actually my uncle still has his 2011 Max with 210k miles.
Like, seriously, I have had 3 Rogues and NONE of them have given me ANY problems. Have a 2011 SL AWD that's still running smoothly, with over 100k miles, had a 2014 that was fine but I traded it in for a a nicer 2017 SL AWD w/Platinum Package. Haven't had any issues with that one, either, in the 4 years we've had it. Liked it so much we bought it at lease end since, like you said, it's so much nicer looking inside and out than the CRV and the RAV4. 👍🏼
@@m1kephenix My brother had an old Altima with a CVT with over 200K miles, ZERO issues. Only reason he got rid of it? It was totaled in a serious crash, which we thankfully, walked away from. It was a safe and reliable car. I don't know what people's qualms are with Nissans. They all seem to be non-owners who've just "heard" or "read" that CVTs are bad and Nissans are junk on TH-cam. 🙄
Yea he focuses so much on looks with everything. I think it’s a snobby approach! He carries an iPhone 12 Pro Max too he mentioned in his recent Mazda CX-5 review! Haha
Sofyan, the rogue has pro pilot assist! When the symbol is blue on the steering wheel, that means it has it! That specific one has it. Come on now sofyan 🤦🏾♂️
I am so surprised they still use those CVTs after their huge meeting with shareholders. We have been saying to get rid of that CVT for so many years. Nissan just needs to go bankrupt already if they dont listen to their customers
@@NinjaPickups it’s a shame because the new Sentra is a nice looking car and the new Z is impressive but it’s all going to hell with their transmission reputations. They haven’t addressed it publicly and refuse to.
@@wallybeegone ikr I am a strict judge of car looks but the Sentra looks really good very simple and handsome car but then it has that transmission and I dont want to touch it cuz reliability comes first for me. Nissan deserves to go bankrupt at this point I would take a 5 sp auto over those cvts any day
@@NinjaPickups Maybe it’s bc they redid the CVT on their newer cars lol? Cars like the new Altima, Sentra, maxima so far have good reliability and I’ve never seen or heard of premature failure of the newer design so far. Plus, if you take care of it and do the transmission maintenance it should be fine regardless.
CVT's contribute a lot to Nissan's bargain basement image. Everytime I've had a Nissan as a rental, it felt like I was driving around in a rolling vacuum cleaner.
This car looks like a uglier 2014 Jeep Cherokee.EDIT YESS NEW startup CHIME!! Though, it sounds like it went from sounding like a microwave beep to a elevator beep.
I agree with Nissan. As a owner I find it has plenty of power and I’m getting 31mpg on mixed driving. I was really nervous and got a lease but I’m pretty happy.
Love Nissan more and more I’ll definitely be a loyal customer. They sell great product if you take care of you vehicles. I might consider adding one to my garage!
As a former nissan tech, they're quality has definitely gone down a bit maybe even a lot. I use to enjoy driving any Nissan vehicle as they use to feel good. Ow I feel like they copy other car company designs with interiors and exterior. But I see them changing slowly which is better for the customers in general.
What are you saying?! This and the Tucson have the most unique design in the segment, the quality is a lot better than before and the tech and driving dynamics are good.
I'm still trying to figure out how they ever sold that many Rogues. The interiors were never that great, the cvt/ engine was loud, needed more power, styling wasn't that great and the passenger seat uncomfortable. Haven't been in this new one yet, but that horn sounds terrible.
Cause they were dirt cheap pretty much. They are the cheapest compact SUV out there and they are decent. You don’t get the Toyota or Honda quality but they do the job.
Nissan depends heavily on fleet sales, you see many Rogues in rental fleets for example. Nissan also heavily discounts their cars compared to Honda and Toyota and are willing to basically finance anyone with a pulse.
@@2Kriss2Kross LOL..I used to work at Enterprise so I had one for a rental for a trip from DC to SC in 2017 and I drove it there and back, it rode ok but that was about all. A friend just got a used 2019 SL and soon as I sat in it I was greeted by the uncomfortable passenger seat.
Yes wow I’m impressed, I just rested this 2021 Nissan Rogue from enterprise and I like it very much 35mpg on highway and it has auto driving but you have to hold the steering wheel but you don’t have to steer it steering by itself and it runs very good the horsepower is smooth ok compared to my old V6 Hyundai Veracruz I really like it a lot
People “hate” on JATCO CVT’s because thousands have been disappointed by them, not for fun. My fathers a mechanic and sees many Nissans come in with bad transmissions. I know you want to give Nissan the benefit of the doubt and be objective and of course they’re going to say it’s improved, but after years of reported defects you can’t blame people for being hesitant and voicing their concerns.
2012 Quest here with 160K miles and no issues. The CVT works flawlessly if you change your fluid every 50k miles. Traded for a 2016 Quest that’s now at 48K miles and no issues.
@@TheShootersBay Because then how am I gonna know if Nissan had improved if I don’t watch these videos? Nissan has a chance to improve and they’re making improvements but I’m against Sofyan’s dismissive attitude towards Nissans CVT history.
@@2Kriss2Kross most car reviewers don't do reliability tests because they don't have cars that long to answer that definitively. If you watch enough car reviewers you would know this.
@@m1kephenix There are plenty of reviewers that mention reliability and will bring up a brand or model’s reliability history. They have access to reliability information just as much as we do and as a reviewer they should mention things to look out for.
@@KhrissyDaDon let me give you a review of the car I purchased (2020 Altima SL AWD): acceleration was fine from a stop due to the new CVT engine gearing ratio bring more tuned city driving. There is also the sport mode which keeps the RPMs up for more response. I test drove a Camry and found the engine fishing for gears at moderate acceleration. Honestly didn't test drive the accord, because I was looking for AWD.
LOL ikr! My smart key fob in my 2020 Honda is nothing special and Honda has been using it for almost a decade, yet it makes the Nissan key fob like Jetsons versus Flintstones.
I know you gripe about the key design but that is what I think Nissan is consistent with is convenience in key fab size. The bulky rocks you see with Ford / Lincoln or even BMW are just ridiculous. I prefer something that isn't putting a bulge in my pocket.
Nissan has had great rental cars good for long road trips for quite a while. But it’s really nice seeing them start to build vehicles that actually look good too now!
14:11 people don’t hate on the Nissan CVT because it doesn’t feel right, people hate it because it cant make it past 10k miles before needing a complete rebuild. I’m speaking from $4k in personal experience.
@@m1kephenix Thank you. No one talks about how Honda's reliability has gone down the 🚽. I've had 3 Rogues since we love them so much and think they're way better than CR-Vs and RAV4s. Our 2011 has over 100K with ZERO issues aside from regular maintenance. We had a 2014 which we loved but traded up to a loaded platinum package version in 2017. Still running smoothly and NONE of them had ANY issues and we're at 60k miles with the '17. My brother had the first Altima that came with a CVT until well-passed 200K miles, again, with ZERO issues. The only reason he doesn't have it anymore? He was in a serious accident where it got totaled. He walked away unscathed, whereas the other Toyota driver that hit him was hospitalized.
I bet half of the comments will talk about the CVT but actually I think this is a better car than the Honda CRV and Subaru Forester. But the new RAV4 and refreshed CX5 still feel better
i am upset that Honda dropped the every good K24 in the CR-V. If Honda drops the very reliable K20C2 in the Civic and replaces it with a turbo engine, I'm done with Honda. That is fine if a lot of people like turbo engines. I just personally prefer a naturally aspirated engine for better reliability.
@@m1kephenix If you work on transmissions for a living, day in day out, that literally makes you an expert. Why are you trying to discredit every comment that’s critical of Nissan’s CVTs? Do you have a stake in the company?
@@rogerigez21 Would actual owners of various Nissans with CVTs lasting well-past 100K and, even, 200K miles qualify them as having valid opinions and knowledge on Nissan reliability? Or, is that privilege only reserved for non-Nissan owning TH-cam commentators?
I really like the new Rogue, it's way better in all aspects, especially the Platinum, which they should have given you to drive and makes it the best in class in the segment. I wish they would have offered the 250hp option as well as a hybrid option on this one when Toyota is offering both power and hybrid options on the RAV4 as well as hybrid on all their other models as a transition to full electric.
I just rented one of these (SV trim with AWD) for 6 days and drove it all the way from MA to Ohio and back. I thought it was a really nice vehicle and I like that it doesn't have a turbo or automatic stop/start. I could definitely own one of these.
Just purchased 2021 Boulder Gray platinum fully loaded for my girlfriend . I shop around for 2 weeks and test drive over 20 all midsize suv. I fell in love with it the moment I saw the style/design& color. Inside is Beautifully done.
Great channel guys, I've watched a ton of your vidz. I've narrowed my 2021 choices to the; Rogue, Rav4, CRV, and the CX5. But now I'm stuck. - While the CX5 has the best body, the infotainment system sucks. - The CRV seems like the obvious choice, but its ugly. - The RAV4 is a top rival, but the infotainment system sucks, and its ugly. - The Rogue is what I want, but I'm concerned about spending $45K on a simple vehicle, when I could get a used Lexus for the same price. Information constipation is what I have right now, do you have any advice?
Honest review on the driving is appreciated. I’m looking for an SUV and it’s been hard to find one that has a luxury feel inside and also drives well for everyday driving especially over uneven roads or potholes. Also, to get all that the price is usually so high. I’m going to test drive one soon because I do truly like the interior, the price tag and the cargo space. Crossing fingers I’m happy with the drive!
Love the boxy look style of this.. and its why I'm on my way to the dealer right now to take a delivery of my '22 Rogue SV Premium with the new 1.5L 3cyl turbocharged engine! Great review!
I like. You should mention the price of the Platinum trim you keep talking about. MPG for each drive mode? Strange to have air vents at the belly level. People care about soft touch of the dash' top? Hands never really go there ;)
The TWO Rogue vehicles are now about 200k sales behind the Rav4 in 2020 Rav4 sold 430 and Rogue/Rogue Sport was under 230k BUT Rogue did sell 60k in December, so the people seem to like the new model
But are those the 2020 (old body style) or 2021 that was 60k units sold? Well if there’s a sales jump, it could be thanks to the new model, who knows. I have yet to see one on the road, but I like it, it’s a HUGE improvement over the old one that looked like a 2013 car.
This was a REALLY good, informative video. Your opinions are helpful. You're helping me to narrow the field of 5 SUV's I'm considering. The thing I would change is spray painting that stupid chrome U on the nose black. I gotta say I dislike the panoramic roof thing. I don't need hail breaking what I'm sure is a VERY expensive piece of glass. Why do I need the sun trying to burn my head anyway? I personally would always pass on AWD. I drive on paved flat roads. I don't need more parts going bad for a repair shop to have to fix. Same goes for turbos. Get a bigger engine if you need more power, not a gimmick.
These are too expensive, 35k for an front-drive compact crossover from Nissan isn't a good deal. The loaded ones are approaching luxury territory. I'd much rather get an Outback Limited for 33-34k, and those have a decent CVT.
I personally feel there are way to many people in this world that want there cars to be like there home. Pretty sad in my opinion when vehicles don’t do anything but go down in value.
The blue button is Pro-Pilot assist. Lane Keeping and the intelligent cruise control. With the Nav-Linked Pro-pilot of the SL premium and platinum it will hold the brakes and automatically launch for up to 30 seconds. On SV and non Premium SL models it will hold the brakes for 3 seconds and automatically follow. If you are stopped for long enough it will keep on the brakes and require you to select resume or tap the throttle to resume following the vehicle ahead of you.
Actually the new Rogue has full LED lights in all the trims, also this has one of the best quality in all the entire segment, the materials of the interior are really good and the CVT is all new and more refined and responsive. Sorento doesn’t compete with this, this competes with the sportage and this is 100% better than the sportage.
@@rafaelg9016, 100% better...? Prove it! The new Sportage will probably have a 8speed auto, plus 10yr/100k warranty on engine and transmission. I'm not sure if this new Rouge has full LED taillights. CVT transmissions are trash, new or old.
@@acoruna5421 you are criticizing without knowing, you haven’t even tested, typical hater. Newest CVTs are reliable and with a good response, I’m not the only one that says that. This rogue has full LED lights even in the base trim and yes this is by far better than the Sportage, this offers more technology, more safety, more convenience features, more comfort, more equipment, more driving assistance, more space, more practicality, more quality and more luxury. This is 100% better.
@@rafaelg9016...ok because you say its 100% better...then it is. Nissan used to be my favorite car manufacturer, but now they suck! The only car that's still good is the GTR, but its too extensive for me. The new Sentra is nice too, way better than the previous generation. I may be a hater, but I'm not a "Fanboy".
I rented a 2019 Rogue last year. I drove it from Las Vegas to Sacramento. Absolutely snoozer of a car. The most boring car ever to drive. But the good parts? It absolutely demolishes MPG. In eco mode, I was easily getting right around high 20's MPG on the highway, maybe even more. The transmission was smooth and the cabin very comfortable.
Our long-awaited full review on the redesigned 2021 Nissan Rogue is finally here! We did want to clarify pricing, the base Rogue S starts at $25,650. Add $1400 if you want AWD. The Rogue SL FWD in this video stickers for $35,195 with the only option being the SL premium package for $1,320 extra. A fully loaded Rogue Platinum with AWD will top out at just under $39k. For that price, we would like to see Nissan also include cooled front seats and a more powerful turbo or electrified engine option. Thanks for watching everyone!
@@joetaylor4096 Who said that?
@@ZapFlashD Nissan has been developing it for a while.
Nissan offers ventilated front seats on the platinum
What’s your number one AWD recommendation for a winter state like Michigan that also is comparable to this trunk size or slightly bigger?
Concerning purchasing the SV with premium package. What is your take on the diamond ceramic coatings dealers offer?
I’ll be honest I hate when companies and reviewers show only the top grade model. They really don’t sell as much as the much cheaper models and it’s just way more realistic. Most buyers wont know what a heads up display is and won’t also touch the dash to see if it’s soft touch leather. Some of these reviewers are kinda out of touch with reality cause they spend time in much higher priced cars.
I've noticed that too. The top car reviewers tend to go for the top trims, which are out of the financial reach of most people.
@@dave_riots yah, and don’t get me wrong! I love seeing some of these cars with high trims but when it comes to high sellers like Toyota, Nissan etc. most buyers are coming from a used vehicle and to them anything is much nicer than before 😂
The good thing about having top trims reviewed is we get to see all the features and see if they work. It’s then up to the customer to decide if they need it or not.
It’s less fault of reviewers. They don’t have a choice of which model or trim the car brand sends them.
@@chrisak49 and most, if not all manufacturers will give them the highest trim to review.
Nissan should have put the Digital cluster on the SL, and added ventilated seats to the Platinum.
Cooled seats are a must where i live
They probably will. Usually features from the top trim begins trickling down to lower trims
@@raeray9965 Probably during the mid-cycle refresh, as a way to revamp sells.
@@kais295 RAV4 would be nice then they don’t compare interior wise but it’s still nice
Not gonna lie, that's actually a really nice interior for this class.
More appealing than current Infinitis
@@buytheredcar agree 100%! Not a fan at all of Infiniti interiors!
@@gabevillarreal96 I don’t blame you. It’s hard to be a fan of interiors that date back 10-15 years. I honestly wouldn’t be surprised if Infiniti isn’t even around anymore 5 years from now.
@@97I30T Neither would I. They need a complete revamp and overall top to bottom but not sure if they have the budget for that. Maybe new leadership from a design standpoint or research and development. But the are simply not competitive and they offer nothing of a compelling nature to make me want to consider the brand. Plus their advertising campaigns inspire nothing. If you don't have great designs at least have reliability durability or dependability. They are average at best with everything.
@Brian Lee Honda uses cvt too. It’s not too bad. Obviously if they use cvt it’s because it’s working well for them
Wish they would have given you the AWD Platinum to test.
I like the nissan key. Its an old design yeah, but its little and it works well. I don't want an obnoxious huge key in my pocket. I think of a BMW key, those are huge I hate that thing in my pocket.
Which BMW do you have ?
Nissan should use the new 9 speed they made for the titan and put it in the pathfinder, rogue and Murano 😅😅🥴
The 9-speed is a RWD based transmission. Wouldn't work in the others mentioned.
They should probably make a 8 speed of something for other cars, also what about the Nissan Armada that is a 7 speed so they can just use that then
@@francescop5173 Armada is also RWD based and cannot be used.
@@JTube571 no the armada is awd and has a 7 speed transmission, but it is also rwd
@@francescop5173 the point is that, like the Titan, the drivetrain is longitudinal. The other cars are transverse. Won't work.
I love how much information you provide for us. I didn't know the CEO was accused of stealing 😂😂😂
Damn do you not read or watch news? Lmao ... do you know that Trump had the election stolen from him by sleepy Joe?
The anterior CEO
@@2004cyrus I haven't watched or read the news in years. Why should I? So I can find out some exec at yet another company did something bad? Yawn.
This is one of the best car review channels on TH-cam.
It’s the best for sure! He is amazing at transparently reviewing these vehicles
Yea. My wife and I prefer Alex on Autos cause he focuses more on segment number comparisons and has his rating systems.
But Redline is definitely next in line. If I check out a vehicle via Alex - the next video I watch would be to see what Sofyan has to say about said vehicle.
@@josiahstearns9615 For cosmetic and how it drives reviews yes. Engineering, mechanics and long term reliability neither of them. Savage geese all day.
@@moeanthony9308 yea... I’ve watch quite a bit of him. Not my favorite. Good cinematography, good Input but not my personal preference.
Meh. I watch and have been for many years but I think Sofyan has fallen behind considering the all the information we can get on 2 dozen other channels.
I just bought a platinum one and I am very happy with it so far!
How do you like the CVT that everyone criticizes? And how is power?
Congrats and yea how is the cvt
@@2004cyrus CVT works fine, just wish it was a little quieter
@@DeanApril14 what was the out the door price?
@@DeanApril14 yeah same here with all that sound it should have more power but it’s fine with me
Yes to hybrid option. Also Ventilated seats on higher end trims would be good.
I love my new Rogue! I purchased the SV with the premium package so I have leather seats and the pano sunroof. I feel like it was a great price for the luxuries included. Love the redesign!
Same here
How much does it cost?30k$?
Team SV Premium!
Finally! I feel like the Rogue has been the same for 10 years lol
Nissan does take their time updating platforms.
The second gen is 7 years old (8 if you don't from 2013 when they started selling the 2014 model) . Pretty inline with their life cycles
@@MW-sd1jf Like Apple?
@@MW-sd1jf now just waiting on the maxima
@@daylenjoshua ,. /
relatively solid sounding thunk
He needs to add this phrase to his merch 😅
@@izzyifdu7599 Well he likes a quality car, can’t blame him.
Damped and lined with felt
use to love nissan in 90s but now its garbage, weird designs,shitty cvt, i would rather go with mazda
Yet you still went out your way to leave this negative comment? 🤡
@@trent7080 why?its just my opinion, many people would agree with me,,you're just not a car person.
What's the point in watching nissan videos?
Then buy a Mazda. 🙄
@@m1kephenix i would but i bought a grand cherokee..lol
So many car brands be changing their chimes in the early 2020s.
"be changing" ree turd ed much?
@@midnightbeast4481 LOL
@@midnightbeast4481
The same frog pic and "sh°tskin" insults, y'all are like gnats or mosquitoes or something...
@@midnightbeast4481 Some think that's actually acceptable adulteration of Standard English.
I'm probably in the minority, but I don't like the front facia. The outgoing model looks better to me. Either way, because of the cvt, I wouldn't consider it.
I though I was the only one too I felt like this redesign wasn’t that good and due to the CVT I’m not buying one either
same on cvt
I like the new body of the rogue
Not really sold on the exterior styling, or the CVT, but that interior makes the RAV4 look cheaper than it already is. Not bad at all.
Genuine question whats the beef with CVT’s? I never understood the problem
@@KaptainKoke specifically in the case of Nissan, they’re built like crap by JATCO. The other thing with any CVT car is that whenever you accelerate it revs the heck out of the engine and its droany and loud when doing so
@@HughRussell06 oh so its like some companies know how to do a cvt right but nissan is just cheap with it?
@@KaptainKoke yeah, for example Toyota’s and Honda’s CVT’s are better made and they have an actual launch gear and then they shift to the CVT where Nissan’s doesn’t
@@KaptainKoke not true. Nissan has vastly improved their CVTS, especially with the D-step improvement.
I still don't trust the Nissan CVT transmission. They still are shit.
2012 Quest here with 160K miles and no issues. The CVT works flawlessly if you change your fluid every 50k miles. Traded for a 2016 Quest that’s now at 48K miles and no issues.
@@Noah-ui1iu Glad you maintain it so well. You pretty much have to baby the car with a Nissan CVT transmission. I just bought a new 2021 Toyota Corolla Hybrid LE. Toyota cars are more reliable.
Subarus cvt is much better than Nissans
@@allcarsguy036 that is true.
@@markkrispin6944 🤡🤡🤡
nissans are a bit more beautiful than hondas and toyotas.....reliability is the problem
As soon as he mentioned CVT, I'm out
As a Nissan owner never had an Issue with mine
@@teddyhenriquez5192 exactly. Traded in my 2012 maxima in August (140k miles with no CVT issues) for a 2020 Altima SL AWD. Love it. Actually my uncle still has his 2011 Max with 210k miles.
Like, seriously, I have had 3 Rogues and NONE of them have given me ANY problems. Have a 2011 SL AWD that's still running smoothly, with over 100k miles, had a 2014 that was fine but I traded it in for a a nicer 2017 SL AWD w/Platinum Package. Haven't had any issues with that one, either, in the 4 years we've had it. Liked it so much we bought it at lease end since, like you said, it's so much nicer looking inside and out than the CRV and the RAV4. 👍🏼
@@m1kephenix My brother had an old Altima with a CVT with over 200K miles, ZERO issues. Only reason he got rid of it? It was totaled in a serious crash, which we thankfully, walked away from. It was a safe and reliable car. I don't know what people's qualms are with Nissans. They all seem to be non-owners who've just "heard" or "read" that CVTs are bad and Nissans are junk on TH-cam. 🙄
Inb4 "Scotty said never trust Nissan" comments
Chill with the key! It is going to be in your pocket. It’s a Nissan for crying out loud!
I never understood the fascination with key fobs. I Never take mine out of my pocket. And I prefer it being small.
So what if it’s a Nissan?
Yea he focuses so much on looks with everything. I think it’s a snobby approach! He carries an iPhone 12 Pro Max too he mentioned in his recent Mazda CX-5 review! Haha
Sofyan, the rogue has pro pilot assist! When the symbol is blue on the steering wheel, that means it has it! That specific one has it. Come on now sofyan 🤦🏾♂️
Its not that deep
@@darell8310 what?
He isn’t all that wonderful anymore
Ok car, bad transmission. Nissan needs to address their transmissions!
I am so surprised they still use those CVTs after their huge meeting with shareholders. We have been saying to get rid of that CVT for so many years. Nissan just needs to go bankrupt already if they dont listen to their customers
@@NinjaPickups it’s a shame because the new Sentra is a nice looking car and the new Z is impressive but it’s all going to hell with their transmission reputations. They haven’t addressed it publicly and refuse to.
@@wallybeegone ikr I am a strict judge of car looks but the Sentra looks really good very simple and handsome car but then it has that transmission and I dont want to touch it cuz reliability comes first for me. Nissan deserves to go bankrupt at this point I would take a 5 sp auto over those cvts any day
@@NinjaPickups Maybe it’s bc they redid the CVT on their newer cars lol? Cars like the new Altima, Sentra, maxima so far have good reliability and I’ve never seen or heard of premature failure of the newer design so far. Plus, if you take care of it and do the transmission maintenance it should be fine regardless.
@@fldashxam You are saying the new Nissans have good reliability lol? Hasnt even been a couple of years yet. Nissan is done for
Nice to see Nissan has stepped up their game. This segment is fiercely competitive!
CVT's contribute a lot to Nissan's bargain basement image. Everytime I've had a Nissan as a rental, it felt like I was driving around in a rolling vacuum cleaner.
This car looks like a uglier 2014 Jeep Cherokee.EDIT YESS NEW startup CHIME!! Though, it sounds like it went from sounding like a microwave beep to a elevator beep.
I think it sounds more like an airplane beep. Either way, it's much better than that generic beep.
@@ZapFlashD yessss
Also happy they finally got a new chime.
Awesome review. The Rogue is a nice fit. Nissan is making a comeback just give it time.
I agree with Nissan. As a owner I find it has plenty of power and I’m getting 31mpg on mixed driving. I was really nervous and got a lease but I’m pretty happy.
Just bought a red 2021 rogue SV with luxury package. Really like it. Very pleasantly surprised. 😊👍
Love Nissan more and more I’ll definitely be a loyal customer. They sell great product if you take care of you vehicles. I might consider adding one to my garage!
It’s a good looking vehicle inside and out but I still won’t consider it
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Never consider any vehicle with a CVT
Nissan started that trend with separating the headlights with the Juke years ago
Laughs in Pontiac aztek
@@dtay8913 they did it as well but when Nissan did it in the early 2010s everybody copied them
Thank you!!!
Pontiac and others actually
For me personally the split headlight design makes me think of Pontiac aztec.
Uh oh
Yes
How dare you speak of the Aztec. Those are things of which we do not speak
As a former nissan tech, they're quality has definitely gone down a bit maybe even a lot. I use to enjoy driving any Nissan vehicle as they use to feel good. Ow I feel like they copy other car company designs with interiors and exterior. But I see them changing slowly which is better for the customers in general.
A Jatco CVT.... Not 4me
What are you saying?! This and the Tucson have the most unique design in the segment, the quality is a lot better than before and the tech and driving dynamics are good.
I'm still trying to figure out how they ever sold that many Rogues. The interiors were never that great, the cvt/ engine was loud, needed more power, styling wasn't that great and the passenger seat uncomfortable. Haven't been in this new one yet, but that horn sounds terrible.
Cause they were dirt cheap pretty much. They are the cheapest compact SUV out there and they are decent. You don’t get the Toyota or Honda quality but they do the job.
Nissan depends heavily on fleet sales, you see many Rogues in rental fleets for example. Nissan also heavily discounts their cars compared to Honda and Toyota and are willing to basically finance anyone with a pulse.
@@2Kriss2Kross LOL..I used to work at Enterprise so I had one for a rental for a trip from DC to SC in 2017 and I drove it there and back, it rode ok but that was about all. A friend just got a used 2019 SL and soon as I sat in it I was greeted by the uncomfortable passenger seat.
@@2Kriss2Kross true every time a friend or a relative tells me that they got a rental it's always an Altima
It is a basic soccer mom car, which is fine for people who just want basic transportation. But nothing for people who actually enjoy driving.
The interior reminds me of the newer GM full size SUVs.
Nissan amazingly elevated everything for the new Rogue. Now, it has even nicer looking interior and more advanced tech than some premium SUVs.
Yes wow I’m impressed, I just rested this 2021 Nissan Rogue from enterprise and I like it very much 35mpg on highway and it has auto driving but you have to hold the steering wheel but you don’t have to steer it steering by itself and it runs very good the horsepower is smooth ok compared to my old V6 Hyundai Veracruz I really like it a lot
Need the Premium package with the SL for the 9 inch screen that has wireless Apple CarPlay. He didn’t mention that
People “hate” on JATCO CVT’s because thousands have been disappointed by them, not for fun. My fathers a mechanic and sees many Nissans come in with bad transmissions. I know you want to give Nissan the benefit of the doubt and be objective and of course they’re going to say it’s improved, but after years of reported defects you can’t blame people for being hesitant and voicing their concerns.
2012 Quest here with 160K miles and no issues. The CVT works flawlessly if you change your fluid every 50k miles. Traded for a 2016 Quest that’s now at 48K miles and no issues.
If you feel that way about nissan products stop running to watch videos on nissan products.
@@TheShootersBay Because then how am I gonna know if Nissan had improved if I don’t watch these videos? Nissan has a chance to improve and they’re making improvements but I’m against Sofyan’s dismissive attitude towards Nissans CVT history.
@@2Kriss2Kross most car reviewers don't do reliability tests because they don't have cars that long to answer that definitively. If you watch enough car reviewers you would know this.
@@m1kephenix There are plenty of reviewers that mention reliability and will bring up a brand or model’s reliability history. They have access to reliability information just as much as we do and as a reviewer they should mention things to look out for.
It’s a really nice design, but the gutless engine and CVT needs work.
Not really. Did you test drive it before making that comment?
Yes I did it... now what?
@@KhrissyDaDon wow😂😂😂😂😂
@@KhrissyDaDon since you test drove it and didn't like it, what car did you purchase?
@@KhrissyDaDon let me give you a review of the car I purchased (2020 Altima SL AWD): acceleration was fine from a stop due to the new CVT engine gearing ratio bring more tuned city driving. There is also the sport mode which keeps the RPMs up for more response. I test drove a Camry and found the engine fishing for gears at moderate acceleration. Honestly didn't test drive the accord, because I was looking for AWD.
Redline!, when are you getting opportunity to test 2022 Rouge 1.5L VC-Turbo?
If only Nissan could ditch Renault. Nissan made exciting and reliable vehicles back in the days
Was waiting for this! Thank you! I honestly hope this car ends up to be good in the long run.
Bruh.... My 2005 G35x had that same key fob.... 😂😂😂 Time to step it up Nissan.
LOL ikr! My smart key fob in my 2020 Honda is nothing special and Honda has been using it for almost a decade, yet it makes the Nissan key fob like Jetsons versus Flintstones.
@@asdfghjqwertyu1858 so what exactly are you doing with the key fob other than leaving it in your pocket? Are you fighting crime with it? 🤔
Nissan is coming back Infiniti on the other hand 😩😩
I know you gripe about the key design but that is what I think Nissan is consistent with is convenience in key fab size. The bulky rocks you see with Ford / Lincoln or even BMW are just ridiculous. I prefer something that isn't putting a bulge in my pocket.
One of my best car review channels on TH-cam, wonder what's holding it back from hitting 1M milestone. Keep rocking Sofyan!
I was thinking about that today!
Meh there’s a lot of great competition
@@2004cyrus I agree with you. RBR's one of them, though started not too long yet has even fewer subscribers than Sofyan.
@@extentialist right !
Nice job on this review!
Nissan has been making great improvements with there line up
Don’t know if it will be enough
@@mustasheolll2020 for me it’s enough, it offers more tech than its competitors, more equipment, more comfort, more value and a lot of quality.
@@rafaelg9016 I mean for Nissan. For awhile their sales have been falling, and Covid sure didn’t help.
They still have shit transmissions though. So not really.
@@rogerigez21 actually not, their newest transmissions are a lot better
The CVT Is keeping me away though
Same here GG
You shouldn’t be worried! Newest CVTs are reliable and responsive
@@rafaelg9016 I hope so, stuff tends to improve as it evolves. I guess it is better to wait until kinks get worked out than neing an early adopter
Yep me too
Agreed. Cvt's are junk, especially Nissan and Subaru cvt's.
Nissan has had great rental cars good for long road trips for quite a while. But it’s really nice seeing them start to build vehicles that actually look good too now!
14:11 people don’t hate on the Nissan CVT because it doesn’t feel right, people hate it because it cant make it past 10k miles before needing a complete rebuild. I’m speaking from $4k in personal experience.
And speaking from personal experience, I put 140k miles on my 2012 Max with no issues. So yes the CVT can make it past 10k miles.
@Smok3 SHO my bad, Carmax has them #9 for 2020. 🙄
@Smok3 SHO and to be fair, Nissan is #11 on consumer reports 2020. And guess who is #12............Honda.
@@m1kephenix Thank you. No one talks about how Honda's reliability has gone down the 🚽. I've had 3 Rogues since we love them so much and think they're way better than CR-Vs and RAV4s. Our 2011 has over 100K with ZERO issues aside from regular maintenance. We had a 2014 which we loved but traded up to a loaded platinum package version in 2017. Still running smoothly and NONE of them had ANY issues and we're at 60k miles with the '17. My brother had the first Altima that came with a CVT until well-passed 200K miles, again, with ZERO issues. The only reason he doesn't have it anymore? He was in a serious accident where it got totaled. He walked away unscathed, whereas the other Toyota driver that hit him was hospitalized.
@@Naldynator Fake news...
Seen one the other day in an orange paint! Looks great!
I bet half of the comments will talk about the CVT but actually I think this is a better car than the Honda CRV and Subaru Forester. But the new RAV4 and refreshed CX5 still feel better
i am upset that Honda dropped the every good K24 in the CR-V. If Honda drops the very reliable K20C2 in the Civic and replaces it with a turbo engine, I'm done with Honda.
That is fine if a lot of people like turbo engines. I just personally prefer a naturally aspirated engine for better reliability.
I work on transmissions and will never buy a belt driven cvt. Nissan is the worst of them
@@Jeff-yf8pf just because you work on transmissions doesn't mean you're the defacto expert on them.
@@m1kephenix If you work on transmissions for a living, day in day out, that literally makes you an expert.
Why are you trying to discredit every comment that’s critical of Nissan’s CVTs? Do you have a stake in the company?
@@rogerigez21 Would actual owners of various Nissans with CVTs lasting well-past 100K and, even, 200K miles qualify them as having valid opinions and knowledge on Nissan reliability? Or, is that privilege only reserved for non-Nissan owning TH-cam commentators?
I really like the new Rogue, it's way better in all aspects, especially the Platinum, which they should have given you to drive and makes it the best in class in the segment. I wish they would have offered the 250hp option as well as a hybrid option on this one when Toyota is offering both power and hybrid options on the RAV4 as well as hybrid on all their other models as a transition to full electric.
SL vs platinum which do you suggest
@@chronot1342 Definitely platinum!
TLDW: it's better, not that much better. Jatco transmission? Yes.
What’s TLDW
Actually Nissan started the separate headlight design with the Juke
Facts
Pontiac: *”Am I a joke to you??”*
21:26 "unless you live in Arizona and don't intend on offroad"
Did he forget it snows in Arizona?
I just rented one of these (SV trim with AWD) for 6 days and drove it all the way from MA to Ohio and back. I thought it was a really nice vehicle and I like that it doesn't have a turbo or automatic stop/start. I could definitely own one of these.
In Mexico, Nissan sales like hot cakes!
"I'm pretty impressed by how quick and snappy the map is". Um, what? Looked choppy as hell, and running at like 2 fps.
I hope, over time, I can learn of scenarios where the CVTs showed good longevity. It's a new technology and it needs to be proven.
Interior looks nice. Better than CRV and RAV4, but CRV always been my favorite
It looks pretty good at a competitive price comnpared to competitors. I just worry about long term reliability with Nissan
Nice review, I agree that they should at least offer a hybrid option.
Toyota comes with an 8-speed auto, not CVT - this is why this will still suck when it comes to sales and reliability.
Then why are you here commenting on a Nissan vehicle? Are you the all mighty car guru? Do you review Toyotas on your channel?
Beautiful interior.. But they're gonna have to introduce a hybrid or phev option if they want to compete with the Rav4/Prime
Just purchased 2021 Boulder Gray platinum fully loaded for my girlfriend . I shop around for 2 weeks and test drive over 20 all midsize suv. I fell in love with it the moment I saw the style/design& color. Inside is Beautifully done.
Great channel guys, I've watched a ton of your vidz.
I've narrowed my 2021 choices to the; Rogue, Rav4, CRV, and the CX5.
But now I'm stuck.
- While the CX5 has the best body, the infotainment system sucks.
- The CRV seems like the obvious choice, but its ugly.
- The RAV4 is a top rival, but the infotainment system sucks, and its ugly.
- The Rogue is what I want, but I'm concerned about spending $45K on a simple vehicle, when I could get a used Lexus for the same price.
Information constipation is what I have right now, do you have any advice?
Yes, buy a bike instead. ..( ; or , try a tuscon.
Which one did you buy?
The heated steering wheel will lower the temperature when you lower the temp on the climate control. So it won't be too hot on your hands.
It’s still a very nice upgrade, but unfortunate they didn’t give you the platinum trim so you could see the full digital dash and nicer interior.
Honest review on the driving is appreciated. I’m looking for an SUV and it’s been hard to find one that has a luxury feel inside and also drives well for everyday driving especially over uneven roads or potholes. Also, to get all that the price is usually so high. I’m going to test drive one soon because I do truly like the interior, the price tag and the cargo space. Crossing fingers I’m happy with the drive!
Good luck
Did you buy it?
It wasn't one generation ago the only place you could get wireless car play and 360 cameras was luxury cars.
Love the boxy look style of this.. and its why I'm on my way to the dealer right now to take a delivery of my '22 Rogue SV Premium with the new 1.5L 3cyl turbocharged engine! Great review!
Hopefully it drives more solidly because when I went to drive a new one back in ‘18 it was light and rattling.
I like. You should mention the price of the Platinum trim you keep talking about. MPG for each drive mode? Strange to have air vents at the belly level. People care about soft touch of the dash' top? Hands never really go there ;)
Nissan likes to call their sport setting "Lunch Mode", because when you launch it you have enough time to eat a sammich before it hits 60.
The TWO Rogue vehicles are now about 200k sales behind the Rav4 in 2020
Rav4 sold 430 and Rogue/Rogue Sport was under 230k
BUT Rogue did sell 60k in December, so the people seem to like the new model
But are those the 2020 (old body style) or 2021 that was 60k units sold? Well if there’s a sales jump, it could be thanks to the new model, who knows. I have yet to see one on the road, but I like it, it’s a HUGE improvement over the old one that looked like a 2013 car.
Btw, I believe they sold 60,534 Rouges in Quarter 4 2020 (September - December).
A Jatco CVT sign me up. LOL.
This was a REALLY good, informative video. Your opinions are helpful. You're helping me to narrow the field of 5 SUV's I'm considering. The thing I would change is spray painting that stupid chrome U on the nose black. I gotta say I dislike the panoramic roof thing. I don't need hail breaking what I'm sure is a VERY expensive piece of glass. Why do I need the sun trying to burn my head anyway? I personally would always pass on AWD. I drive on paved flat roads. I don't need more parts going bad for a repair shop to have to fix. Same goes for turbos. Get a bigger engine if you need more power, not a gimmick.
These are too expensive, 35k for an front-drive compact crossover from Nissan isn't a good deal. The loaded ones are approaching luxury territory. I'd much rather get an Outback Limited for 33-34k, and those have a decent CVT.
CRV is the real king of compact suv's, but the upcoming redesign should make it even better.
Beautiful design but you gotta have a hybrid if you want to compete these days.
Nah. Not yet. Mazda sells almost 200,000 CX-5’s every year. None of that hybread garbage
Remove the CVT
Impressive. The interior I wish the Honda Passport has
I personally feel there are way to many people in this world that want there cars to be like there home. Pretty sad in my opinion when vehicles don’t do anything but go down in value.
Agreed. Will be interesting to see what happens with Tesla’s robotaxi service
already bought it platinum for my daughter as a gift for passing the rn licensure and just waiting for the new pathfinder .
dragon 888 congrats welcome to the Nissan family
Scotty Kilmer's sheeple complaining about CVT problems in 3,2,1
Thank you redlinde because 2021 is starting off wrong so thanks to you and and all the other car reviewers for what's going on in the world today.
Now they just need to upgrade and improve infiniti products!
Hey sexy 👋🏽
Sofyan, your cameraman needs a camera slider or a gimbal
I think it’s him doing it
The blue button is Pro-Pilot assist. Lane Keeping and the intelligent cruise control. With the Nav-Linked Pro-pilot of the SL premium and platinum it will hold the brakes and automatically launch for up to 30 seconds. On SV and non Premium SL models it will hold the brakes for 3 seconds and automatically follow. If you are stopped for long enough it will keep on the brakes and require you to select resume or tap the throttle to resume following the vehicle ahead of you.
The new Kia Sorento over this ugly thing. Nissan is cheap, old ugly key, not full LED lights, CVT transmission.
Actually the new Rogue has full LED lights in all the trims, also this has one of the best quality in all the entire segment, the materials of the interior are really good and the CVT is all new and more refined and responsive. Sorento doesn’t compete with this, this competes with the sportage and this is 100% better than the sportage.
@@rafaelg9016, 100% better...? Prove it! The new Sportage will probably have a 8speed auto, plus 10yr/100k warranty on engine and transmission. I'm not sure if this new Rouge has full LED taillights. CVT transmissions are trash, new or old.
@@acoruna5421 you are criticizing without knowing, you haven’t even tested, typical hater. Newest CVTs are reliable and with a good response, I’m not the only one that says that. This rogue has full LED lights even in the base trim and yes this is by far better than the Sportage, this offers more technology, more safety, more convenience features, more comfort, more equipment, more driving assistance, more space, more practicality, more quality and more luxury. This is 100% better.
@@rafaelg9016...ok because you say its 100% better...then it is. Nissan used to be my favorite car manufacturer, but now they suck! The only car that's still good is the GTR, but its too extensive for me. The new Sentra is nice too, way better than the previous generation. I may be a hater, but I'm not a "Fanboy".
And this car the 1st cvt I like
Actually called the X-Trail, this thing certainly has improved. But I’d rather the more upscale Murano
Murano over Rogue any day 😚😚
I rented a 2019 Rogue last year. I drove it from Las Vegas to Sacramento. Absolutely snoozer of a car. The most boring car ever to drive. But the good parts? It absolutely demolishes MPG. In eco mode, I was easily getting right around high 20's MPG on the highway, maybe even more. The transmission was smooth and the cabin very comfortable.
The car you drove is not the same as the one reviewed here, this is a full redesign.