The Rogue is on its way to celebrate its best-selling year since Nissan introduced it in the fall of 2007. Ironically, the Rogue is more popular than ever despite being about a year away from a redesign. We’ve seen this trend happen to other cars before, however, and the message is clear for the manufacturer: don’t mess up the next generation.
It’s not easy getting some elbow room in the compact crossover category. Virtually every mainstream manufacturer’s got one, so competition is really tough. The Nissan Rogue seems to be a hit due to its just-right size, its comfortable interior and high level of available features at a decent price.
4-cylinder efficiency, in theory
Like the Honda CR-V, only one engine and transmission combo is offered in the 2012 Nissan Rogue. The company’s 2.5L inline-4, mated to a continuously variable automatic, develops 170 horsepower and 175 lb-ft of torque. It’s enough get-up-and-go for most small crossover buyers, and clears the 0-100 km/h dash in 8.9 seconds.
On the other hand, the Rogue AWD’s city/highway fuel economy ratings of 9.6 and 7.7L/100km are among the worst in its class. The Nissan isn’t a gas hog, mind you, but other compact crossovers have raised the bar in recent years. Our average over the course of the week is a reasonable 10.5L/100km.
The CVT gearbox includes a Sport button on the centre console that, when pressed, quickens its reactivity, and it works well at keeping the engine in its power band; however, it makes the engine moan and groan.
Like many all-wheel-drive systems in the category, this one spins the front wheels under normal driving conditions, and sends engine torque to the rear ones when wheel slippage is detected. You can press a button on the dash to lock the system in AWD mode for a little more confidence behind the wheel on slippery surfaces, but once you reach highway speeds, the system reverts back to its auto mode.
We’ve driven the 2013 Nissan Altima with its revised 2.5L engine and CVT gearbox; it’s more refined and fuel-efficient, and we assume (hope) they will turn up in the next Rogue.
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The Rogue looks rather simple inside, with a dash that isn’t scarred by panel gaps and with a minimum of silver-painted trim. With rotary dials for the climate control system and a double-DIN stereo module with touchscreen navigation, you can’t get more straightforward than this.
When you choose the SL AWD version, you also get a 360-degree camera system, a bird’s-eye view of the perimeter around the Rogue. Using front, rear and lateral cameras mounted under the side mirrors, the system is very useful for lining up straight in a parking space; you can also choose a curbside camera view to help your parallel parking abilities.
The leather upholstery, another exclusive feature of the SL trim, gets red-coloured perforations in its surfaces as well as red contrast stitching, a nice sporty touch for a crossover that doesn’t really feel sporty. There is ample room for everyone, front and rear, although the middle portion of the rear seat cushion is too padded to be truly comfortable.
Among the other minor complaints, the front doors lack a handle at the rearward extremity of their armrests, and the steering column doesn’t telescope.
With a cargo volume of 818 litres (rear seats up) or 1,639 litres (rear seats down), there is a lot of space for your belongings. Still, the heavy hitters of the segment, such as the Honda CR-V, the Toyota RAV4 and the new Ford Escape, can carry much more than the Rogue.
Stárnout
While the 2012 Nissan Rogue doesn’t necessarily look or feel old, the new players in the compact crossover category are serving up more equipment and more technology, as well as more muscular and efficient powertrains.
At a base price of $23,778, the Rogue is competitively priced, edging out the automatic Kia Sportage and Hyundai Tucson, yet more expensive than the base versions of the Dodge Journey and the Ford Escape.
However, our loaded Rogue SL AWD rings in at $34,278, and in my books, that’s paying too much for a compact crossover or SUV, no matter how much equipment you get. I think the vast majority of Rogue buyers would be happy with the $28,678 SV AWD.
The Rogue is a spacious and well-equipped crossover; however, it’s got tough competition, and when you compare it to the newest rivals of the segment, it could use a little extra refinement from its engine and transmission combo, and should be more fuel-efficient. The next-generation of the Rogue should address these issues.
Bluetooth remains rather hard to get in the 2012 Rogue lineup; you’ll need to get the SV Premium Package or the SL Package.
vlastnosti a specifikace
AWD 4dveřový S
AWD 4-dveřový SL
AWD 4-Door SV
22 město / 26 hwy
22 město / 26 hwy
22 město / 26 hwy
The 2012 Nissan Rogue’s comfortable ride and versatile layout make it a good fit for a value-conscious small families—but it’s far from exciting to drive.
The 2012 Nissan Rogue provides a little more ground clearance and a lot more cargo versatility than the typical sedan, but it’s pitched toward suburban driveways and city streets, not off-road trails. Like most modern crossovers, the Rogue is a good pick for small families, as well as commuters who need a some extra cargo capability in an only vehicle—without sacrificing too much fuel efficiency or maneuverability.
The Rogue’s sleek, rakish design still looks fresh; among crossover designs, it’s has a somewhat lower stance, and its proportions can appear wider and longer than it actually is from the outside. Although it’s based on the Sentra sedan, you wouldn’t know it as the two vehicles share absolutely no sheetmetal (and no significant pieces inside or out, really). Inside, the five-passenger Rogue gets a chunky interior design that borrows a bit from all of Nissan’s cars and crossovers. , you get some cues from the larger Murano, for a hint of upscale, with chrome accents, and new front and rear spoilers, and new wheels added last year enhancing the look.
If you want a choice of powertrains, a higher-performance option, or want one of the more exciting crossovers to drive, the Rogue isn’t the right pick. But the Rogue’s 170-horsepower, 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine moves it quickly enough—just under nine seconds to 60 mph. The continuously variable automatic transmission (CVT) keeps the engine in its efficient range, but rubber-band-like responsiveness could leave some drivers uneasy, and hard acceleration is punctuated by a coarse drone from the engine. Front-wheel drive is standard; all-wheel drive is available, and a better choice for snowy climes, though it saps 1-2 mpg year round. Around town and on the commute you’ll find the Rogue to maneuver and handle well, with a responsive, nimble feel; but push it to higher speeds and it’s clear that the tuning priority was comfort, not performance.
Along with great ride comfort and a reasonably quiet interior, the Rogue has a very well-packaged interior, with a driving position that’s not too high, not too low, combined back seats spacious enough for two adults (or three kids). Cargo space, even with the back seats up, is ample, and the cargo floor is quite low. Our only criticism is that some surfaces can bring out pitchiness and road noise.
The Rogue has performed quite well in crash tests, although it achieves just ‘acceptable’ in the IIHS roof strength test. Otherwise, the Nissan Rogue comes with all the requisite features for both safety and basic family comfort—including air conditioning, cruise control, and a nice-sounding audio system with steering-wheel controls. It remains offered in two trims, S and SV, but for 2012 there’s a new Special Edition that adds steering-wheel audio controls, a USB port, fog lamps, satellite radio, and a 4.3-inch audio display. A nav system, a power moonroof, xenon headlamps, and a rearview monitor are among other options. In addition, the Rogue is the first non-luxury vehicle in the U.S., according to Nissan, to get an Around View Monitor (SL model), which helps with rearward visibility.
Styl Nissan Rogue z roku 2012
The Nissan Rogue is pleasing to the eye, inside and out.
Mildly redesigned for the 2011 model year, the Nissan Rogue continues into 2012 with no changes to its sleek, rakish design. Three years into its current generation, it’s still pleasing to the eye, inside and out.
The Rogue looks fresh in the same way as Hyundai’s latest Tucson, and the upcoming 2013 Ford Escape. Very few design cues call it out as an SUV: it’s all crossover in its lines and language, all soft curves and bright trim, all the way back to its sloping roofline. If you instantly compare it to the bigger Murano, you’re on the right track—and like the Murano, the Rogue’s grille strikes us as too busy, but the rear end is drawn to a tight conclusion. The Rogue’s proportions entirely disguise the fact that it’s based on the Sentra sedan.
Inside, the five-passenger Rogue gets a chunky interior design that borrows a bit from all of Nissan’s cars and crossovers. With cues like an aggressively hooded gauge cluster, the interior feels sporty and a little more cockpit-like than those of other crossovers. However the materials can still feel a bit drab up close.
Nissan Rogue Performance z roku 2012
Friendly handling makes the Nissan Rogue a good choice for small families; the CVT’s a weak spot, though it’s among the best of that kind.
Based on a car architecture and designed with urban driving in mind, the Nissan Rogue feels maneuverable and smart in those surroundings. On the highway, it’s slower and less satisfying.
All Rogues have a 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine with 170 horsepower. Acceleration is mediocre, and Nissan estimates it will take the Rogue about nine seconds to reach 60 mph from a stop. That’s acceptable in the crossover segment, but the Rogue also has a somewhat unconventional transmission—a continuously variable transmission, or CVT, which uses pulleys and belts instead of fixed gears to transmit power to the front (or all four) wheels. CVTs tend to have a rubber-band effect, and feel slow and imprecise to react. The Rogue’s CVT is one of the best we’ve tried, and has paddle shift controls that move the transmission to set points that simulate automatic-transmission gears—but it’s still a less satisfying way to go, and tends to amplify engine noise, too.
The Rogue can be fitted with front- or all-wheel drive. It’s not intended for strenuous off-road use—it’s configured for traction in deep snow or mud, where it can send more power, quite delicately, to the rear wheels.
The Rogue maneuvers well, with a quick, almost nimble feel at low speed thanks to the responsive electric power steering system, but at higher speeds it becomes abundantly clear this vehicle is tuned more for ride than handling.
2012 Nissan Rogue Komfort a kvalita
It’s roomy, but the Rogue could use more comfortable seats.
With a reasonably quiet cabin and enough space for four adults and their carry-ons, the Nissan Rogue puts a priority on packaging. It could use more comfortable seats, though.
Head and leg room aren’t the issue in the Rogue, which also has a fairly spacious cargo area. The seats themselves could use some improvement: they feel thin, and could benefit from thicker padding to make longer trips easier.
The rear seats recline for better comfort, and they fold down to boost cargo space. That space, even with the back seats up, is ample, and the cargo floor is quite low.
The Rogue’s ride quality is good too, which will make most sensibly minded buyers happy, though some surfaces can bring out pitchy motion and road noise.
2012 Nissan Rogue Safety
Crash-test results are good, but not great, in the 2012 Rogue.
The Nissan Rogue performs well in crash tests at the federal and industry level, though it falls just shy of top honors.
The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) gives the Rogue a grade of «good» for nearly all its critical tests. However, in the insurance-industry group’s roof-crush test, the Rogue receives an «acceptable» rating—and that’s enough to keep it from earning a Top Safety Pick designation.
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) awards the Rogue an overall rating of four stars, with a five-star result for side-impact protection.
That said, electronic stability control, anti-lock brakes with Brake Assist, and side and side-curtain airbags are all on the standard-features list.
You may want to pay for the available rearview monitor, or opt for the Special Edition, which includes it for free. The Rogue’s rearward visibility can be a bit challenging, given its sharply styled windows and chunky rear pillar.
