

2022 Nissan Rogue Adds VC-Turbo Three-Cylinder.Tested: Rogue's Novel Engine Requires Trade-Offs.On the road, the Rogue delivers a compliant ride that's agreeable for commuting and road-tripping, but its blasé cornering attitude hasn't earned it any fans among our staff. The turbocharged three-cylinder managed to coax the Rogue to 60 mph in 7.8 seconds, only a 0.4-second improvement over the 2021 model. But at our test track, its acceleration wasn't much quicker than the 2021 we tested with the 2.5-liter four-cylinder. We criticized the 2021 Rogue for its lackadaisical acceleration, and during our brief test drive of the new turbo three, the compact crossover felt perkier. When it launched as a redesigned model in 2021, the Rogue carried over the lethargic nonturbo 2.5-liter four-cylinder from the previous-generation SUV. The inline-three is mated to a continuously variable automatic transmission (CVT) and front-wheel drive all-wheel drive is optional. Engine, Transmission, and PerformanceĪll 2023 Rogue models are powered by a turbocharged 1.5-liter three-cylinder that makes 201 horsepower. And we'd spring for the SV Premium package, which adds a panoramic sunroof, a power-operated rear liftgate, roof rails, and faux-leather upholstery. It adds niceties such as 18-inch aluminum wheels, an eight-way power-adjustable driver's seat, a 360-degree exterior camera system, and Nissan's ProPilot Assist semi-autonomous driving mode. The mid-level SV model offers the best mix of features for the money.
