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2021 Nissan Rogue Sport

The 2021 Nissan Rogue Sport is a compact SUV, rated at 33 MPG combined by the EPA, with a 5-star NHTSA overall safety rating. NHTSA lists 3 recalls for this model year.

2021 Nissan Rogue Sport
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Combined MPG
33
NHTSA safety
Starting price
$24,000
Recalls
3

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Full specifications

Identity

SRC · NHTSA vPIC
MakeNissan
ModelRogue Sport
Model year2021
Vehicle classCompact SUV

Engine & drivetrain

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
Displacement1.5 L
Cylinders3
TransmissionAutomatic (AV-S8)
DrivetrainAll-Wheel Drive
FuelRegular Gasoline

Fuel economy

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
City MPG30
Highway MPG36
Combined MPG33
CO₂ tailpipe275 g/mi
EPA annual fuel cost$1900

Available configurations

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
Rogue AWD29 MPG combined
Rogue AWD33 MPG combined
Rogue FWD30 MPG combined
Rogue FWD33 MPG combined
Rogue Sport28 MPG combined
Rogue Sport AWD27 MPG combined

Fuel economy

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
City30 MPG
Highway36 MPG
Combined33 MPG

Efficiency vs class average

Rogue Sport33 MPG
Class average32.2 MPG

About 2% more efficient than the Rogue Sport's class average.

Est. monthly payment
$423/mo
Amount financed
$21,600
Total interest
$3,758
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5-year fuel cost
$6,091

$1,218/yr · 12,000 mi/yr · $3.35/gal

Combined MPG33
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Cost to own

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Safety ratings & recalls

SRC · NHTSA vPIC
Overall
Frontal crash
Side crash
Rollover

Recalls (3)

  • SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR21V555000 · 2021-07-21

    Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2021 Rogue Sport vehicles. The seat belt automatic locking retractor (ALR) may deactivate early, reducing the protection offered to an installed child seat. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the front passenger seat belt and as necessary both outer rear seat belts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on September 14, 2021. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is RT049 & RT050.

  • STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR:HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS21V525000 · 2021-07-09

    Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2021 Rogue Sport vehicles. The liftgate hinges can separate from the vehicle during a rear end crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 206, "Door Locks and Door Retention Components."

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the left and right liftgate hinges, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 7, 2021. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is R21A7.

  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:IMMOBILIZER/PROXIMITY:KEY/SENDER23V093000 · 2023-02-16

    Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2014-2020 Rogue and 2017-2022 Rogue Sport vehicles equipped with a jackknife style ignition key. The jackknife key may collapse into a folded position while driving.

    Remedy: Dealers will insert a spacer into the key slot of the jackknife key, free of charge. Interim notification letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed March 29, 2023. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 30, 2023. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is R22C5.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the MPG of the 2021 Nissan Rogue Sport?

The 2021 Nissan Rogue Sport is EPA-rated at 33 MPG combined (30 city / 36 highway).

Is the 2021 Nissan Rogue Sport reliable?

NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2021 Nissan Rogue Sport. Recalls are repaired free of charge by the manufacturer — verify any open recalls by VIN before purchase.

How safe is the 2021 Nissan Rogue Sport?

The 2021 Nissan Rogue Sport earned a 5-star overall NHTSA safety rating, including 4 stars in the frontal crash test.

How much does it cost to fuel the 2021 Nissan Rogue Sport?

At 12,000 miles per year, the 2021 Nissan Rogue Sport costs roughly $1,218 per year to fuel, or about $6,091 over 5 years at current U.S. energy prices.

What type of vehicle is the 2021 Nissan Rogue Sport?

The 2021 Nissan Rogue Sport is classified as a compact suv. Common rivals in this class are worth comparing on price, MPG, and safety.

Sources: NHTSA vPIC · EPA FuelEconomy · NHTSA vPIC