2019 Nissan Rogue Sport Review

Name: 2019 Nissan Rogue Sport Review
Brand: Nissan

Price Range: $13,990 - $20,998

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Pros

Cargo space is impressive for the class
Small size means good maneuverability in tight city spaces
Lots of available driving aids and tech

Cons

Engine is underpowered and noisy
Bumpy ride quality when equipped with optional 19-inch wheels
Front seats aren't comfortable on long trips

What's new

New Safety Shield 360 suite of safety features now standard on SV and SL trims
New ProPilot Assist advanced driving aids are optional for SV trim and standard on SL
Touchscreen is larger, with standard Apple CarPlay and Android Auto functionality
Part of the first Rogue Sport generation introduced for 2017

The 2019 Nissan Rogue Sport is the little sibling of the regular Nissan Rogue. It's smaller and less expensive, which will likely make it more appealing if you live in a congested urban area or are on a tight budget. It also has its own set of advantages, but some drawbacks as well.

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2019 Nissan Rogue Sport
SV 4dr SUV
$15,999
good price
$1,974 below market
- 46,057 miles
- 1 accident, 1 owner, personal use
- 4cyl automatic
- Globul Cars (14 mi away)
- Back-up camera
- Bluetooth
- Keyless Entry/Start
- Blind Spot Monitorin...
- Power Driver Seat
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Located in Las Vegas, NV
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AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: No
Personal Use Only: Yes
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
28 Combined MPG (25 City/32 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: JN1BJ1CP3KW215394
Stock: 215394
Certified Pre-Owned: No
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2019 Nissan Rogue Sport
SL 4dr SUV
$13,995
good price
$917 below market
- 97,331 miles
- No accidents, 2 owners, personal use
- 4cyl automatic
- Driveway (2,212 mi away)
- Home delivery*
- AWD/4WD
- Bluetooth
- Navigation
- Leather Seats
- Keyless Entry/Start
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CarFax No Accidents Reported,Apple CarPlay,Back-Up Camera,Blind Spot Monitor,Bluetooth,Brake Assist,Heated Seats,Heated Steering Wheel,Keyless Start,L...
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: Yes
Personal Use Only: Yes
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
27 Combined MPG (24 City/30 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: JN1BJ1CR2KW316654
Stock: SK023819B
Certified Pre-Owned: No

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Based on its spec sheet alone, the Rogue Sport makes a lot of sense. It has enough room for four adults, and its cargo area ranks it among the most spacious extra-small crossover SUVs you'll find. Plus, Nissan equips it with a ton of standard and available advanced driving aids. But the Rogue Sport is also painfully slow — even with just a driver onboard — and it's not much fun to drive. The poorly cushioned seats and stiff ride also make for an uncomfortable passenger experience.

Overall, the Rogue Sport might be worth a look if you absolutely need maximum interior space from this class of vehicle or are attracted to its ProPilot Assist suite of driver aids. Otherwise, other similarly priced crossover SUVs, including Nissan's own Kicks, are likely to serve you better.

Edmunds' Expert Rating

6.9 / 10

Trim tested

Each vehicle typically comes in multiple versions that are fundamentally similar. The ratings in this review are based on our full test of the Nissan Rogue Sport SV (2.0L inline-4 | CVT automatic | AWD).

NOTE: Since this test was conducted in 2017, the current Rogue Sport has received some revisions, including the addition of the ProPilot Assist feature for 2019. Our findings remain broadly applicable to this year's Rogue Sport, however.

Scorecard

Overall	6.9 / 10
Driving	6.5
Comfort	6.5
Interior	7.5
Utility	7.5
Technology	7.5

Driving

6.5

Don't expect a sporty driving experience with the incongruously named Rogue Sport. It's one of the slowest vehicles in its class. Around turns, it is stable but does little to inspire driver enthusiasm.

Acceleration

5.0

Passing maneuvers require a lot of planning. Acceleration is a long, arduous process even when the accelerator is pressed to the floor. Other compact crossovers are slow, but this Nissan is one of the most lethargic we've tested. It takes 10.2 seconds to cover 0-60 mph.

Braking

7.5

The braking is sound and predictable. The pedal effort is just right, and the brakes respond intuitively around town. Braking performance at our test track was decent, with the Rogue Sport stopping from 60 mph in 115 feet.

Steering

6.0

There's little joy in this vague and lifeless steering even if it is a bit tighter than the standard Rogue. The steering weight is on the heavy side with a slow return to center and an artificial feel. Plus, the flat-bottom steering wheel is a strange choice in a subcompact crossover.

Handling

7.0

Handling is tidy and acceptable, but don't be fooled by its Sport badge. It's relatively flat through corners and has modest limits. The all-season tires squeal readily on curvy roads. It has good maneuverability in traffic and tight quarters due to its smaller-than-Rogue size.

Drivability

6.5

The continuously variable automatic transmission (CVT) makes for smooth progress (no shift shock). There's still some elastic-like lag and rpm variability, as with all CVT automatics, but it's better than past efforts. The modest power means that getting onto the highway takes a lot of throttle input and planning.

Comfort

6.5

There's a mixed bag of good attributes and areas that could be better. Ride quality is decent until the pavement gets bumpy. Climate control is effective, but the midlevel SV seats don't distinguish themselves. Engine noise is more prominent than we'd like, though the cabin otherwise filters out noise well.

Seat comfort

6.5

Despite adjustable lumbar support, the front seats' flat and overly soft bottom cushions aren't cut out for long trips. The side bolsters do a good job of holding you in place through corners, but we suggest the higher trim level SL's well-padded seats if given the choice.

Ride comfort

6.5

The standard 17-inch wheels allow for a lot of tire sidewall, which absorbs some small road imperfections. But the Rogue Sport's stiff suspension translates into a rough ride over most city streets. Highway ride comfort is acceptable for the class but stiff compared to the standard Rogue.

Noise & vibration

6.0

Road and wind noise is reasonably well-suppressed, but engine noise is prominent when merging onto the highway. The six-speaker audio system rattled significantly at 70 percent of max volume.

Climate control

7.5

Air conditioning is very cold in the Rogue Sport. When the system is set to 74 degrees, the temperature feels more like 68 degrees. Dual-zone automatic climate control is standard on the midlevel SV trim as are rear center-console vents.

Interior

7.5

The cabin is roomy and easy to get into and out of, and the fundamentals work well. Forward visibility is solid and the front seat spacious. Four adults can fit with surprising ease, though as with much of the competition, backseat legroom is limited.

Ease of use

7.0

The easy-to-see controls on the dashboard mean you can execute infotainment commands with relative simplicity if you rely on the dashboard. The steering wheel buttons, however, are small and hard to see, so they'll take some additional getting used to.

Getting in/getting out

7.5

Thanks to relatively tall doors and a low step-over height, you can slide in and out of the front or the back seat with minimal ducking. This ease of entry and exit is a strength of the subcompact crossover class and an area where the Rogue Sport does well.

Driving position

7.0

The tilt-and-telescoping wheel might be positioned a bit low for some drivers, but it's not a deal-breaker. The power-adjustable driver's seat has good range for the driver. Whatever your position, the dashboard controls seem far away.

Roominess

8.0

On par with the Honda HR-V, the Rogue Sport has generous headroom in both the front and rear seat. As per class averages, legroom is limited but still roomy enough for adults in all four main seating positions.

Visibility

7.5

The large windshield, low dashboard and relatively small dashboard pillars afford good forward visibility. The tall windows allow for wide visibility and the blind-spot monitoring system (optional) works well.

Quality

6.5

Most of the interior plastics are hard but aesthetically pleasing. Unfortunately, when you get a bit closer, the glossy piano-black trim looks slightly cheap and collects dust and smudges easily. But the cabin felt well-assembled, and there were no noticeable rattles or squeaks.

Utility

7.5

The Rogue Sport has above-average cargo space, especially when the back seat is folded. Cabin storage is about average, with the usual assortment of bins and cubbies. Car seats are accommodated at the outboard positions, though the front seats need to move forward for rearward-facing car seats.

Small-item storage

6.5

Two cupholders in front are complemented by skinny, long door pockets and a medium-size center console. Rear-seat door storage is a little smaller than we'd like and barely able to accommodate a small water bottle.

Cargo space

8.0

There's more cargo space in the Rogue Sport than what you'll find in other pint-size crossovers. With the rear seats down, it offers 61.1 cubic feet of cargo space. Behind the rear seats, our Rogue Sport has 20.0 cubic feet. S models without the cargo floor covers can hold up to 22.9 cubes.

Child safety seat accommodation

6.5

Two sets of lower LATCH points and three upper tether points on the back of the seats are standard for the class, as is the relatively limited space for child seats. Two relatively compact seats will fit well, but putting in three or installing larger infant seats will be tough.

Technology

7.5

The Rogue Sport's available driver aids help it score high in this category. The 360-degree camera and rear cross-traffic alert systems are rare at this price point, as are systems that can truly rival ProPilot Assist. Audio quality and center-screen resolution are the weak links in the system.

Audio & navigation

6.5

Audio controls are relatively simple and include two tactile knobs that control volume and track scrolling. The optional six-speaker stereo distorts sound at an unreasonably low volume. Nav gives good audio directions, but the screen is small, low-res and distant. Reading the map is tough.

Smartphone integration

8.0

In subcompact SUV territory, you won't find many vehicles that offer Apple CarPlay or Android Auto, but these features come standard on every Rogue Sport. Only one USB port limits the number of devices that can charge or connect at one time.

Driver aids

8.5

The Rogue Sport's surround-view camera, blind-spot monitoring and rear cross-traffic alert systems are rare in the subcompact SUV class, and all worked well in our testing. No rival offers a suite of advanced driving aids such as ProPilot Assist.

Voice control

7.0

NissanConnect voice controls (optional) allow for commands that change radio stations, select songs via iPhone, or find a navigation destination. In our tests, the controls were relatively simple in structure and understood our voice commands without many repeated attempts.

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2019 Nissan Rogue Sport models

The 2019 Nissan Rogue Sport is a five-passenger subcompact crossover SUV with three trim levels: S, SV and SL. The S trim is pretty basic, but SV and SL get some desirable upgrades. All Rogue Sport trims come with a 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine (141 horsepower, 147 pound-feet of torque) and a continuously variable automatic transmission that sends power to the front wheels. All-wheel drive is optional on all trims.

Standard feature highlights for the S include 16-inch steel wheels, LED daytime running lights, a rear spoiler, cruise control, air conditioning, rear air vents, a tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel, a driver information display, a height-adjustable driver seat, 60/40-split folding rear seats that slide and recline, a cargo cover, a rearview camera, Bluetooth, a 7-inch touchscreen, and a four-speaker audio system with satellite radio and smartphone integration via Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Also included are a blind-spot monitor with rear cross-traffic alert and forward collision warning with automatic braking.

The Rogue Sport's SV trim adds upgrades such as 17-inch alloy wheels, roof rails, automatic headlights and high-beam control, keyless entry and ignition, dual-zone automatic climate control, a power-adjustable driver's seat, and a six-speaker audio system. Additional safety features include lane departure warning and mitigation, a pedestrian detection function for the forward collision warning system, and rear parking sensors with automatic braking.

The top-of-the-line SL trim includes 19-inch wheels, foglights, heated mirrors, remote engine start, leather upholstery, a heated and leather-wrapped steering wheel, heated front seats, a surround-view camera system, NissanConnect emergency communications, a navigation system, and a nine-speaker Bose audio system with HD radio. Nissan's ProPilot Assist suite is also added, which pairs adaptive cruise control and steering assist.

Seventeen-inch wheels are available for base models via the S Appearance package. And many of the SL's standard features, such as heated seats and the navigation system, are optional for SV trims in the SV Technology package. For the SL only, you can opt for a Premium package that adds a sunroof, LED headlights and an auto-dimming rearview mirror.

Cost to Drive^{Cost to drive estimates for the 2019 Nissan Rogue Sport S 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl CVT) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.89 per gallon for regular unleaded in Nevada.}

Monthly estimates based on costs in Nevada

$173/mo

$184/mo

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Reliability Ratings by RepairPal

4.5/5Excellent

#2 out of 29 among Compact SUVs

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Cost

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$431/yr

vs. $465/yr
for Average Compact SUV

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0.38x/yr

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Severity

^{The probability that a repair will be a major issue, meaning the repair costs 3x the average annual repair cost for all models. This threshold will be higher for vehicles that have higher labor rates and parts costs (such as a premium brand).}

9.4%

vs. 11.5%
for Average Compact SUV

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Nissan Rogue Sport Reviews

Owner Reviews

3.7

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Kota Colin Ramirez, 10/02/2019

2019 Nissan Rogue Sport SL 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl CVT)

I have had the car (Rogue Sport SL FWD) for a month (if you live in a place where the roads are loose, snow, dirt, gravel. I would use the AWD version), and I agree the engine is underpowered. But I disagree with the seats I live in Carlsbad, and I went on a trip to the Onyx summit, east of L.A. 7 hours in the car and it was very comfortable. im planning to drive over to anchorage. The …

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I've owned my 2018.5 Rogue Sport S for almost three years now and I have a lot of good things to say about it. First, I bought this car for it's overall value, and particularly because it came with safety features that cost much extra in most competitive brands - where else can you find front crash avoidance and true blind spot monitors in an entry level package (hint: the answer is …

happy to have chosen the Nissan Rogue Spot

Margaret, 06/03/2018

2018 Nissan Rogue Sport SV 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl CVT)

This is a good looking SUV inside and out. Love its responsiveness and maneuverability. Plenty of room for passengers in the back seat and a good sized cargo space that includes small storage areas within it to hold various items including the first aid kit that comes with the car!

SUV Feel in a Small Package

techeng, 11/13/2019

2019 Nissan Rogue Sport SV 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl CVT)

I acquired the Rogue Sport by trading in my Nissan Kicks as I felt the Sport gave me the feel of being in a SUV as opposed to the Kicks, which felt more like being in a car even though it's considered a crossover (see my separate review under the 2019 Kicks as to what I didn't like about it, even though it was a decent vehicle). Again I'm mainly comparing the Sport to the previous … vehicle I owned (the Kicks) because it met my need to have a more refined interior, even though other SUVs in its class may have even more elaborate interiors the Sport looked and felt pretty posh, from the front and rear seats being more comfortable to a more refined dashboard and console than my previous Kicks. Despite being a SUV, the Sport's interior felt like it was hugging me or surrounding me but not in an uncomfortable, claustrophobic way, but rather just a really nice fit for me and my wife at 5'6" and 5'4' respectively. I certainly do not recommend it for people closer to 6 ft., otherwise go to the full-size Rogue. The ride of the Sport seemed a little softer and quieter as well. I do hear the engine noise but it's not as noisy as these other reviews make it sound like, and I do prefer to hear little engine rev as I'm driving along. I also like the fact it has rear climate controls so heat and AC can be blown to the passengers in the back through the rear vents in the back of the center console, which again my Kicks didn't have. Exterior wise I think the thinner slit of a grille up front is more attractive and aggressive looking than the new 2020 Rogue Sport which they enlarged the black area of the grille slightly to look more like the front of traditional Nissan vehicles. My SV has the 17-inch alloy wheels as opposed to the 19-inch premium wheels the higher trims (SL) have, because I heard the larger wheel actually provides less rubber and therefore a stiffer ride. I've only had the Rogue Sport for a few days and may provide a long-term update to this review after a few weeks, months, or even years, but for the time being it has certainly met my expectations and fulfilled the shortcomings my Kicks had which is the reason I decided to trade it in after owning the Kicks only a few short months. The only thing I probably wish I had on my Sport was the remote start which my Kicks had, but I'll take the AWD in lieu of the remote start, which I never really used. Costs a little more than the Kicks but unlike other reviews, including professional ones which say the Sport is not worth the added cost over the Kicks if you're looking for value, I disagree and I think the Rogue Sport is worth the added cost if you want more of an SUV feel than the feel of a raised car that the Kicks provided, which I think is basically a Nissan Versa Note with a facelift.

We have a limited number of reviews for the 2019 Nissan Rogue Sport, so we've included reviews for other years of the Rogue Sport since its last redesign.

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2019 Rogue Sport Highlights

Trim:

Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee	$22,340
Engine Type	Gas
Combined MPG	28 MPG
Cost to Drive	$173/month
Seating	5 seats
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place	22.9 cu.ft.
Drivetrain	front wheel drive
Warranty	3 years / 36,000 miles

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Safety

Our experts like the Rogue Sport models:

Intelligent Around View Monitor: Offers a top-down view of the car's surroundings for easier and safer parking maneuvers.
Lane Departure Warning: Warns you when the vehicle is drifting out of its lane without the turn signal engaged.
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert: Helps avoid collisions by warning the driver of approaching vehicles while the car is in reverse.

NHTSA Overall Rating

The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration offers independent analysis.

Frontal Barrier Crash Rating
Overall4 / 5
Driver5 / 5
Passenger2 / 5
Side Crash Rating
Overall5 / 5
Side Barrier Rating
Overall5 / 5
Driver5 / 5
Passenger5 / 5
Combined Side Barrier & Pole Ratings
Front Seat5 / 5
Back Seat5 / 5
Rollover
Rollover4 / 5
Dynamic Test ResultNo Tip
Risk Of Rollover14.3%