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2020 Nissan Rogue Sport review

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Nissan Rogue Sport highlights

Customer rating

Pros

  • Compact size makes for great maneuverability
  • Plenty of tech options
  • Pleasing cargo cubes

Cons

  • Front seats not suited to longer journey comfort
  • Engine is underwhelming and loud

Mileage (EPA estimate)

24 city, 30 highway, 27 combined

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Stylish crossover SUV

If you’re in the market for a versatile crossover with practical proportions, you’ll want to consider the 2020 Nissan Rogue Sport. Its compact design ensures effortless maneuvers in tight spaces, while the spacious five-seat cabin and optional all-wheel drive functionality open up plenty of possibilities for adventurous trips with your crew. An abundance of driver aids and infotainment technology across all trims ensures everyday driving feels elevated and enjoyable. As part of the first Rogue Sport generation launched in 2017, the 2020 model enjoys updated exterior styling, and some standard and available feature revisions across its three-trim lineup.

All Nissan Rogue Sport years

What is new for the 2020 Nissan Rogue Sport?

  • Rogue Sport trims have been upgraded with Power Hatch/Deck Lid as standard equipment this year.
  • Memory Seat(s) and Running Boards features are now available as options on select trims.
  • The SV trim now comes with Front Seat Heaters and Remote Start as standard equipment.
  • The S trim now comes with Parking Sensors and Lane Departure Warning as standard equipment.

2020 Nissan Rogue Sport trims

Curious how Nissan Rogue Sport trims differ? Use our side-by-side vehicle comparison to see the differences and similarities

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5 reasons to buy the 2020 Nissan Rogue Sport

1. Available all-wheel drive 

For assured agility in challenging conditions, why not choose a 2020 Rogue Sport optioned with available all-wheel drive? With power delivery reaching every wheel, your Rogue Sport gains improved traction and stability, allowing you to confidently navigate coastal or mountain roads on vacation, as well as rainy or snow-laden commutes on your familiar daily routes. For the occasional grass or gravel trail, perhaps to reach your lakeside weekend retreat, this AWD agility and the Rogue Sport's standard 7.4 inches of ground clearance will get you there in comfort. 

2. Thrifty powertrain 

The 2020 Rogue Sport certainly feels useful, offering pleasing fuel economy for daily commutes and longer journeys out of town. Each 2020 model has a 141-hp, 2.0L four-cylinder engine, and a continuously variable automatic transmission. When you want to make the most of your time behind the wheel, the standard FWD configuration offers an EPA-estimated 28 mpg combined, making those extra errands a breeze to complete. 

3. Passenger-pleasing tech and comfort 

Keeping your crew happy is always a shopping list priority, so the 2020 Rogue Sport has a worthy list of standard and available passenger-friendly features. The base S trim includes a seven-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto smartphone integration. The SV trim adds dual-zone automatic climate control, and with the available All-Weather package, heated seats too. The range-topping SL trim includes luxurious leather upholstery and system navigation. 

4. Practical dimensions  

Size isn't everything, but the 2020 Rogue Sport SUV proves that even with a compact footprint, the interior can still be spacious. Front-row passengers can stretch out on long trips with 42.8 inches of legroom, while those in the back enjoy 33.4 inches and two full sets of LATCH fixtures for infant and child seats. Traveling with luggage or sports equipment? Pick the 2020 Rogue Sport S for 22.9 cu-ft of cargo space, or the SV and SL trims for up to 20.0 cu-ft, all behind the second row. 

5. Plenty of driver aids 

Every 2020 Rogue Sport has a fine roster of driver assistance features that support your awareness on the road. All models offer ease on the highway with cruise control functionality and blind spot warning for confident lane changes. The 2020 Rogue Sport’s rear cross-traffic alert and rearview monitor are useful in parking lots and mall garages, while the automatic emergency braking with pedestrian detection feature is great for busy mixed-use traffic zones. 

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Ratings & reliability

Customer ratings

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RepairPal gave the Nissan Rogue Sport an overall reliability rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Excellent. This rating ranks Nissan Rogue Sport 2nd out of 29 among Compact SUVs.

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Nissan Rogue Sport features and specs

S 2WD 4D Sport Utility

Standard Features

  • ABS Brakes
  • Air Conditioning
  • AM/FM Stereo
  • Automatic Transmission
  • Auxiliary Audio Input
  • Blind Spot Monitor
  • Bluetooth Technology
  • CD Audio
  • Cloth Seats
  • Cruise Control
  • Lane Departure Warning
  • Overhead Airbags
  • Parking Sensors
  • Power Locks
  • Power Mirrors
  • Power Windows
  • Rear Defroster
  • Rear View Camera
  • Satellite Radio Ready
  • Side Airbags
  • Traction Control
  • Alloy Wheels
  • Cloth Seats
  • Front Seat Heaters
  • Full Roof Rack
  • Running Boards
  • Tow Hitch

Drive Wheels

Front Wheel Drive (2WD)

Engine size

2.0L

Horsepower

141

Torque (ft-lbs)

147

Engine type

Gas

Fuel capacity

14.5

Wheelbase

104.2"

Overall length

172.8"

Width

72.3"

Height

62.5"

Leg room

F 42.8"/R 33.4"

Head room

F 39.6"/R 38.3"

Front tires

P215/65HR16

Rear tires

P215/65HR16

Seating capacity

5

Transmission

Automatic

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