Reader Review of the Week: 2009 Nissan Rogue
“Reliable Roguer” from Massachusetts traded in his Nissan Altima for the Rogue and immediately liked the SUV for its practicality and comfort. Still, the Rogue leaves a little something to be desired when it comes to the driving experience. After all, he didn’t name himself “Thrilling Roguer," right? Read his full review of the 2009 Nissan Rogue, and write your own here.
“I have a Rogue SL AWD base model. I really like the exterior styling, fold-down seats, privacy glass and AUX port for an iPod. The black cloth interior is stylish; it has a very comfortable and roomy interior, with handy hidden compartments in back, roomy glove box, large middle console, a handy mute button with factory stereo, quiet highway driving and decent gas mileage. It handles nicely, and I love the safety rating. The intuitive AWD I am sure will be great, although I have not needed to try it.
“I do not like how basic the standard features are (some features that are in the premium packages should be standard). Nissan could have splurged for a bit more, like steering-wheel-mounted volume control, push-button seat adjustment and auto headlights (that is really bothersome to me!). A larger rear window would be nice, as well as standard fog lights, splash guards and the option to have built-in navigation.
“The drive computer buttons and other random controls could look a bit more modern, especially because the exterior styling is so sleek and modern. I find the Rogue loud during acceleration, although quiet when you reach your optimal speed and are cruising. My last car was a 3.5-liter Altima, so this car is a step down in the power department and feels a bit ‘putt-putt’ to me. It is definitely a four-cylinder. All in all, this is a nice, safe and practical car.”
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Bought my 2008 Rogue new & have kept the vehicle serviced. Noticed in the first few months that the engine sounded like a diesel. Have taken in numerous times. With cold weather the noise changed to sound like lifter noise when cold. The dealership has followed the direction of Nissan Technical Assistance. They have changed the lifters and are now putting in a short block at approx 16 months. I have gone thru the Nissan "grievance" process & was turned down. I know that this vehicle has been in & has been out-of-service enough to qualify under lemon law. Was told that at one time Technical Assistance said that a supplier furnished bad pistons & that Nissan had corrected the problem with the supplier. When I shared this with Consumer Affairs the story suddenly changed. Owners with a 2.5 might want to beware!!!
What makes Nissan Rogue outstanding is that is is bigger than its competitors because it has no optional third row seater, like Toyota RAV4 which makes it's second row a lot more spacious! The seating is so spacious and the materials used are the best to outlast the others in the same class.The space for cargo sin this car is exceptionally large!I'm actually impressed that there is a little divider which pops up from the carpeted floor..This is a real innovation I've ever seen in a compact cross-over!