2008 Nissan Rogue MPG
EPA ratings for the 2008 Nissan Rogue run from 21–22 mpg in town to 26–27 on the highway, or 23–24 combined, depending on which of its 2 versions you look at.
The most efficient pairs the 2.5-liter 4-cylinder engine with a CVT and front-wheel drive, at 24 mpg combined. The thirstiest version uses the 2.5-liter 4-cylinder engine with a CVT and all-wheel drive and is rated 23 mpg combined.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rogue FWD | 2.5 L 4-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Front-Wheel Drive | 22 | 27 | 24 | Regular · 370 g CO₂/mi |
| Rogue AWD | 2.5 L 4-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 21 | 26 | 23 | Regular · 386 g CO₂/mi |
2008 Nissan Rogue fuel cost per year
Driving 15,000 miles a year on regular gasoline at the September 2026 U.S. average of $4.36 a gallon, the 2008 Nissan Rogue costs about $2,720 a year to fuel in its most efficient form (24 mpg combined), or roughly 18 cents a mile.
The thirstiest priced version (23 mpg combined) comes to about $2,840 a year, $120 more.
This is an estimate from EPA combined mpg and the EIA national average price; your cost depends on how and where you drive and on local prices.
2008 Nissan Rogue specs
The EPA lists one engine for the 2008 Nissan Rogue: a 2.5 L 4-cyl. It came with a CVT, in all-wheel drive or front-wheel drive versions. The EPA classes it as a sport utility vehicle.
| Engine size (L) | Cylinders | Transmissions | Drive | Versions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5 L | 4 | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Front-Wheel Drive; 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 2 |
2008 Nissan Rogue problems
Owners have filed 429 complaints about the 2008 Nissan Rogue with NHTSA, the U.S. vehicle-safety agency, as of October 2026.
Power train is the most-reported area (26% of component mentions), followed by air bags (21%) and vehicle speed control (8%).
Spread over its time on sale, that is 22 complaints a year: more than the 2009 (18 a year).
That ranks 13th of 17 Nissan Rogue model years (2008–2024), counting from the most complaints per year.
Of the 429, 11 mention a crash, 2 a fire and 3 an injury.
| Component | Mentions | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Power train | 161 | 26% |
| Air bags | 131 | 21% |
| Vehicle speed control | 51 | 8% |
| Electrical system | 45 | 7% |
| Engine | 36 | 6% |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 32 | 5% |
| Unknown or other | 28 | 5% |
| Structure | 21 | 3% |
| Steering | 14 | 2% |
| Seats | 13 | 2% |
| Tires | 13 | 2% |
| Gasoline fuel system | 12 | 2% |
| Suspension | 11 | 2% |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 10 | 2% |
| Seat belts | 8 | 1% |
| Wheels | 8 | 1% |
| Engine and engine cooling | 5 | <1% |
| Electronic stability control (esc) | 4 | <1% |
| Visibility | 3 | <1% |
| Forward collision avoidance | 2 | <1% |
| Service brakes | 2 | <1% |
| Child seat | 1 | <1% |
| Equipment | 1 | <1% |
| Exterior lighting | 1 | <1% |
| Electric service brakes | 1 | <1% |
| Visibility/wiper | 1 | <1% |
What owners told NHTSA
On February 6, 2025, while driving at highway speed, the lower radiator hose ruptured, causing complete coolant loss. The CVT transmission overheated, seized, and the engine was destroyed. Vehicle lost motive power at speed without warning. Repair estimate: $20,356.16. …
A light on my car's dashboard started flashing, indicating a problem with the airbag. This started after two days of not driving.
AFTER DRIVING THE VEHICLE, THE RPM WILL SKYROCKET AND THE VEHICLE WILL NOT MOVE FORWARD. WE HAVE TO TURN THE VEHICLE OFF AND LET IT SIT FOR A FEW HOURS BEFORE IT DRIVES NORMALLY AGAIN. …
2008 Nissan Rogue recalls
NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns for the 2008 Nissan Rogue.
The most recent, campaign 15V032000 from January 2015, concerns electrical system.
Electrical system accounts for 2 of the 5 campaigns, more than any other area.
09V393000 · October 5, 2009 · Tires
Problem: THE MATERIAL IN THE NUT USED TO SECURE THE SENSOR-TRANSMITTER OF THE TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS) MAY CORRODE AND POTENTIALLY CRACK IN AREAS WITH HEAVY CONCENTRATIONS OF ROAD SALT. IF THIS OCCURS, THE NUT MAY COME OUT OF THE SENSOR-TRANSMITTER AND THE TPMS LAMP WILL ILLUMINATE.
Risk: IF THE TPMS LAMP IS DISREGARDED AND THE VEHICLE CONTINUES TO BE DRIVEN IN THIS CONDITION, THE TIRE WILL QUICKLY LOSE AIR PRESSURE AT A CONSISTENT RATE RESULTING IN A FLAT TIRE INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy: THE DEALER WILL REPLACE THE TPMS NUT WITH A NEW, MORE ROBUST NUT.
08V521000 · October 7, 2008 · Electrical system, Air bags
Problem: A VARISTOR IN THE OCS CONTROL UNIT LOCATED IN THE PASSENGER SEAT CUSHION MAY HAVE BEEN MANUFACTURED OUT OF SPECIFICATION. UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS, THIS COULD CAUSE AN INTERRUPTION OF SIGNAL BETWEEN THE OCS AND THE AIR BAG CONTROL UNIT (ACU).
Risk: THIS COULD RESULT IN THE PASSENGER AIR BAG BEING SUPPRESSED WHICH COULD FAIL TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE PROTECTION IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL TEST THE SIGNAL BETWEEN THE OCS AND ACU SYSTEMS USING A SPECIAL TOOL TO CHECK THAT IT IS FUNCTIONING AS DESIGNED.
| Campaign | Reported | Component | Rogue years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15V032000 | January 26, 2015 | Electrical system | 2008–2014 |
| 10V401000 | September 10, 2010 | Equipment | 2008–2010 |
| 09V411000 | October 19, 2009 | Steering | 2008–2009 |
Safety ratings
NHTSA crash-tested 1 version of the 2008 Nissan Rogue, without an overall score.
These ratings use NHTSA's pre-2011 test method, so they can't be compared with stars for 2011 and later models.
| Version tested | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4-door with side air bags | Not rated | Not rated | Not rated | ★★★★☆ |
Crash-test photos: NHTSA (public domain). NHTSA can reuse a test for later model years of the same design.
Compared with other years
Complaints per year on sale divide each model year's NHTSA complaints by the years since it went on sale, so older and newer Nissan Rogues can be compared fairly. Among other 2008 models in the EPA's sport utility vehicle class, the 2008 Ford Escape (24 mpg), 2008 Toyota RAV4 (24 mpg) and 2008 Honda CR-V (23 mpg) come closest on combined fuel economy.
| Year | Best mpg | Complaints | Per year on sale | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 24 | 429 | 22 | 5 |
| 2009 | 24 | 320 | 18 | 3 |
| 2010 | 24 | 282 | 17 | 2 |
| 2011 | 24 | 363 | 23 | 2 |
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FAQ
Is the 2008 Rogue a good car?
We don't rate cars, but the official data gives a picture. The 2008 Nissan Rogue has 22 NHTSA complaints per year on sale (13th most of 17 model years), 5 recall campaigns and up to 24 mpg combined from the EPA.
What are common 2008 Rogue problems?
The components owners report most to NHTSA are power train (161), air bags (131) and vehicle speed control (51). Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How many recalls does the 2008 Rogue have?
NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns. To see whether a recall is still open on a specific car, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2008 Rogue get?
The EPA rates the versions at 23–24 mpg combined (21–22 city, 26–27 highway).
How much does it cost to fuel a 2008 Rogue per year?
About $2,720 a year for 15,000 miles in its most efficient form, up to about $2,840 for the thirstiest version, using EPA mpg and the September 2026 U.S. average regular gasoline price of $4.36 a gallon (EIA).