New vs Used: Nissan Rouge

Whether new or old, the Nissan Rogue is an impressive crossover. Take a look at some of these important factors when deciding which model to buy.

Going Rogue

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The Nissan Rogue debuted in 2001, and quickly became an in-demand SUV. Now, over 20 years later, the Rogue is known as a reliable SUV that has good resale value. We mentioned in our 2021 Nissan Rogue review and our 2020 Nissan Rogue review that even older models are loaded with standard features and perform well. The question isn’t so much whether or not to buy a Nissan Rogue. The question is: do you go with a new or used Nissan Rogue?

We all want new, right? It sounds great. New technology, new conveniences, and that new car smell! Thankfully, with the Nissan Rogue, there are plenty of viable options for everyone. Used Rogue models have a lot of contemporary features. Even going back as far as the 2014 Nissan Rogue, which kicked off the second generation of the vehicle, brings dynamic styling, a composed ride, and useful driver assists.

We did a head-to-head comparison of the 2021 Nissan Kicks and 2021 Nissan Rogue Sport. We also did a Nissan Rogue vs Ford Edge comparison. Today, take a look at some of the differences, and note the similarities, between a used 2014 Nissan Rogue and a brand-new 2022 Nissan Rogue.

Specs

As one of the best-selling vehicles in Nissan’s U.S. lineup (second only to the Nissan Altima), the 2014 Rogue brought a nice total package to the highly competitive SUV market. There’s no worrying about which engine to choose because every 2014 Rogue has the same 170 hp 2.5-liter four-cylinder that is paired with a continuously variable transmission (CVT). The Xtronic CVT has a standard Sport Mode that drivers can switch to. This SUV puts out 175 lb.-ft of torque, offers two rows of passenger capacity, and is available in rear-wheel drive (RWD) or front-wheel drive (FWD). Looking at how much gas you’ll have to pump into the tank, the 2014 Nissan Rogue had one of the best ratings in its class there. A FWD 2014 Rogue rates at 26 mpg in the city and 33 mpg on the highway. AWD models get 25 mpg in the city and 32 mpg on the highway.

The 2022 Nissan Rogue, part of the third generation of the SUV, improved in the eight years since the 2014 Rogue was first released. There’s still just one engine option, but it puts out 201 hp with a 1.5-liter variable compression turbocharged three-cylinder engine. Torque increased to 225 lb.-ft. The VC-turbo was first used by Nissan in the 2019 Infiniti QZ50 and 2019 Nissan Altima. Even more evolved now, it focuses on improving acceleration, fuel economy, and emissions. The Xtronic CVT comes with Manual Mode now. This Rogue comes in RWD or FWD. With FWD, it’ll get 30 mpg in the city and 37 mpg on the highway. A RWD Rogue gets 28 mpg in the city and 35 mpg on the highway.

Driving & Performance

In a 2014 Nissan Rogue, drivers may notice a little noise from the CVT while on the roadway, and a small struggle to perform on the highway, but, overall, acceleration isn’t an issue. Responsive handling makes the Rogue an easy drive, friendly to families or a one-person household. A softened suspension means the 2014 Rogue isn’t quite as sporty as some other SUVs, but there are no major drawbacks with the performance here. The AWD system lives up to the claims that the 2014 Nissan Rogue is an intuitive vehicle.

The 2022 Rogue’s AWD system uses an electro-hydraulic controlled clutch, which helps to better predict front wheel slippage. This makes torque distribution to the rear more responsive. It’s a pretty versatile SUV, taking corners well, softening bumps, and accelerating when needed. Compared to the 2014 model, the 2022 Nissan Rogue does have the advantage of more horsepower and an updated engine, so it may get up to speed a little faster, but it doesn’t blow the 2014 out of the water. Both the 2014 and 2022 versions offer a solid mix of comfort and composure.

Comfort & Interior

Functional with a bit of flare is one way to describe the 2014 Nissan Rogue. Higher trims have leather-appointed seats, while other trims make do with cloth fabric. Even so, the seats are cushioned and there are small design elements, like stitching and texture, that make the fabric look sharp. The interior doesn’t look plain. Hard plastics can be found throughout the dash, but everything is within reach. Volume and temperature settings are controlled with knobs. A seven-inch touchscreen is more than adequate for changing settings, backing up with the rear-view camera, or using the 360-overhead view.

Five people can fit in the SUV, but it’ll be tight for full-grown adults in the back row. There’s 37.9” of rear leg room, 37” of rear head room, and 56” of rear shoulder room. Up front, the measurements increase to 43” of leg room, 42” of head room, and 57” of shoulder room. There’s 39.3 cu-ft of space to fit suitcases, bags, or other items in the cargo area. The seats fold down to provide an overall total of 70 cu-ft.

Meanwhile, the 2022 Nissan Rogue loses some cargo space, going down to just 28.9 cu-ft when the seats are up. With seats folded down, there’s 57.9 cu-ft of room available for storage. Five people can still fit into the SUV, but it’s still tight for five adults. Head room measures 41”.1 in front and 43.3” in the back. There’s 41.5” of leg room up front and 38.5” in the back. Finally, passengers get 57.1” of shoulder room in the front and 37.8” in the rear. Higher trims receive leather-appointed seats in the 2022 model. The seats aren’t luxury, but they are comfortable.

The layout of the cabin hasn’t changed too much over the eight years between the 2014 and 2022 Nissan Rogue models. There’s more of a luxurious look and feel, but knobs are still available to change temperature and volume. The touchscreen increases an inch to eight inches instead of seven, and is positioned higher on the dash, no longer embedded in it. Maybe the biggest change is that the dash has been converted into a 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster. It provides more room to display even more information.

A compartment in the arm rest opens as a split instead of lifting from the front. The shifter has been moved a little further to the left, leaving room for two cup holders beside it. Ahead of that is a spot for cell phones (or other small belongings). The difference in the 2022 model is that the spot can now wirelessly charge a cell phone during a routine commute to or from work. Finally, there’s a switch knob on the console of FWD and RWD models that can easily change between various driving modes.

Trims & Features

2014 Nissan Rogue models are listed on Carsforsale.com for anywhere between $9,000 and $16,000. Higher-end trims and lower mileage vehicles, of course, are selling for more. Models from 2014 have three different trim levels: the S, the SV, and the SL. There are some standard features at all trim levels, like: audio switches on the steering wheel, four-way manual front passenger adjustments, Bluetooth capability, USB connectivity, and MP3 capability. Dual-zone automatic temperature control, SiriusXM capability, and a 6-way power adjustable driver’s seat are standard on the SV and SL trims. The SL also has a leather-wrapped steering wheel, standard leather-appointed seats, and available LED headlights.

When it comes to safety, blind spot monitoring, lane departure warning, and moving object detection are driver assists that are offered with SV and SL trims. Forward collision warning is also offered on the 2014 Nissan Rogue SL. Some packages added even more features. The SV Premium Package, for example, also included lane departure warning with the vehicle.

The 2022 Nissan Rogue boosted their list of standard driver assistance features with blind spot monitoring and rear cross traffic alert, rear parking sensors, forward collision warning, lane departure warning, a driver attention monitor, and forward (and reverse) automatic emergency braking.

There are four 2022 trims to choose from: the S, SV, SL, and Premium. For $26,700, the 2022 Nissan Rogue S is equipped with an Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, a four-speaker stereo, satellite radio, Bluetooth, and a rearview camera. The SV adds a power-adjustable driver’s seat, dual-zone automatic climate control, keyless entry, a Wi-Fi hot spot, adaptive cruise control, and a six-speaker stereo. Moving up to the 2022 Nissan Rogue SL adds a nine-inch touchscreen, genuine leather upholstery, a power-adjustable front passenger seat, tri-zone automatic climate control, a hands-free liftgate, and a surround-view parking system. Rounding off the trims is the 2022 Nissan Rogue Platinum at $36,480. Features like heated rear seats, quilted leather seats, wireless device charging, and a 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster are all part of the SL Premium package. A head-up display is also available for an additional $400.

Saving Without Really Settling

If you have the money to spend, a 2022 Nissan Rogue S would get a brand-new vehicle in the driveway. Adding another $10,000 gets a 2022 Nissan Rogue Platinum, with all the bells and whistles. Why not go for the new option when you can, right?

Honestly, though, I think I’d save some money and go for a used Nissan Rogue. Sure, there aren’t quite as many of the amenities, but a 2014 Nissan Rogue SL doesn’t actually lack that many driver assists. I can live without the very cool head-up display, or wireless phone charging. The possibility of a little additional road noise isn’t a deal breaker for me either. Saving up to $20,000 and still getting a good vehicle with premium features is probably worth it at this point.