Nissan Rogue Three Generations (2008-present)

Three generations across the run. 1st gen S35 (2008-2013): launched 2007 as 2008 model year on Nissan C platform shared with Sentra. 2.5L QR25DE I4 (170 hp / 175 lb-ft). CVT (Jatco) only — Nissan was an early all-CVT proponent. FWD or AWD with 4WD lock. 2nd gen T32 (2014-2020): redesigned on Renault-Nissan CMF-CD platform with more crossover-leaning styling. 2.5L QR25DE I4 continued (170 hp / 175 lb-ft). 1.6L MR16DDT turbo I4 (175 hp / 180 lb-ft) optional on SL trim only 2017-2019 — short-lived turbo offering, discontinued for 2020. CVT (Jatco) only — second-generation Jatco CVT with improved cooling and durability vs 1st gen. FWD or AWD with 4WD lock. Rogue Hybrid (2017-2018 only): 2.0L MR20DD + electric motor + 1.4 kWh battery, 176 hp combined, eCVT — short-lived hybrid offering, discontinued for 2019. 2017 mid-cycle facelift updated styling. Built at Nissan Smyrna Tennessee. ProPILOT Assist (Nissan's Level 2 ADAS) added 2018 SL trim. 3rd gen T33 (2021-present): completely redesigned bodywork on Nissan CMF-CD2 platform with more upright crossover styling. 2.5L PR25DD I4 (181 hp / 181 lb-ft) initial 2021 model year only. 1.5L KR15DDT VC-Turbo 3-cylinder added for 2022 model year — Nissan's world-first variable-compression 3-cylinder mass-production engine (compression ratio variable from 8:1 to 14:1 in real time, building on KR20DDET 2.0L VC-Turbo from 2019 Altima / Infiniti QX50), 201 hp / 225 lb-ft on regular fuel. The 1.5L VC-Turbo replaced the 2.5L PR25DD as the sole powertrain from 2022+. CVT (Jatco Xtronic with D-Step Logic) — programmed to simulate gear-shifts during acceleration for more conventional feel. Paddle shifters standard. FWD or AWD with 4WD lock and multiple driving modes (Normal, Sport, Eco, Snow, Off-road). EPA 30 city / 37 highway / 33 combined mpg on 1.5L FWD, 28/35/31 on AWD. 3,500 lb towing (1.5L). 5-passenger seating. Trims: S, SV, SL, Platinum (luxury — quilted semi-aniline leather, 10.8-inch HUD, panoramic sunroof, Bose 10-speaker audio). Rock Creek Edition added 2024 (off-road appearance — black 18-inch wheels, off-road tuned suspension on Sport pack, two-tone interior with high-contrast orange stitching, Baja Storm exclusive color). Built at Nissan Smyrna Tennessee + Nissan Canton Mississippi assembly plants for North America. 2024 NHTSA investigation opened December 2023 into KR15DDT and KR20DDET engine reliability — multiple complaints of engine failure, loss of motive power, engine knock, metal chunks / shavings in oil pan. Investigation ongoing as of 2026.