2009 Nissan Rogue MPG
Across its 2 EPA-rated versions, the 2009 Nissan Rogue returns 21–22 mpg city, 26–27 highway and 23–24 combined.
The most efficient pairs the 2.5-liter 4-cylinder engine with a CVT and front-wheel drive, at 24 mpg combined. At the other end, the 2.5-liter 4-cylinder engine with a CVT and all-wheel drive manages 23 mpg combined, 1 mpg less. That matches the best gasoline version of the 2008 model.
| 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 |
2009 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 2009 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.
2009 Nissan Rogue specs
The EPA lists one engine for the 2009 Nissan Rogue: a 2.5 L 4-cyl. It came with a CVT, in all-wheel drive or front-wheel drive versions. For fuel-economy purposes it sits in the EPA's "Sport Utility Vehicle" class.
| 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 |
2009 Nissan Rogue problems
As of October 2026, NHTSA (the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) holds 320 owner complaints about the 2009 Nissan Rogue.
Air bags are the most-reported area (23% of component mentions), followed by power train (23%) and engine (7%).
Spread over its time on sale, that is 18 complaints a year: fewer than the 2008 (22 a year) and about as many as the 2010 (17 a year).
That ranks 16th of 17 Nissan Rogue model years (2008–2024), counting from the most complaints per year.
Of the 320, 5 mention a crash, 5 a fire and 1 an injury.
| Component | Mentions | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Air bags | 101 | 23% |
| Power train | 101 | 23% |
| Engine | 30 | 7% |
| Electrical system | 26 | 6% |
| Vehicle speed control | 26 | 6% |
| Structure | 25 | 6% |
| Unknown or other | 21 | 5% |
| Seats | 17 | 4% |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 15 | 3% |
| Steering | 9 | 2% |
| Gasoline fuel system | 8 | 2% |
| Seat belts | 8 | 2% |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 7 | 2% |
| Suspension | 7 | 2% |
| Engine and engine cooling | 5 | 1% |
| Service brakes | 5 | 1% |
| Electronic stability control (esc) | 4 | <1% |
| Exterior lighting | 4 | <1% |
| Equipment | 3 | <1% |
| Tires | 3 | <1% |
| Wheels | 3 | <1% |
| Hydraulic service brakes | 2 | <1% |
| Visibility | 2 | <1% |
| Equipment adaptive/mobility | 1 | <1% |
What owners told NHTSA
I have a 2009 Nissan Rogue and a couple years ago the passenger airbag sensor indication on the dash continually flashes and the airbag light shows it is turned off. …
The automatic transmission CVT is jerking when accelerating and it is a problem when in traffic. This could cause an accident. It is a risk to use. No other vehicle and have to work. I will continue to use it. …
CVT TRANSMISSION WILL NOT SWITCH GEARS EFFICIENTLY CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO MOVE SLOW IN HIGH SPEED ROADS & HIGHWAYS.
2009 Nissan Rogue recalls
The 2009 Nissan Rogue has been the subject of 3 recall campaigns.
The most recent, campaign 15V032000 from January 2015, concerns electrical system.
| 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 2009 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 2009 models in the EPA's sport utility vehicle class, the 2009 Ford Escape (24 mpg), 2009 Toyota RAV4 (24 mpg) and 2009 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 |
| 2012 | 25 | 319 | 21 | 2 |
Every Nissan Rogue model year compared →
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FAQ
Is the 2009 Rogue a good car?
We don't rate cars, but the official data gives a picture. The 2009 Nissan Rogue has 18 NHTSA complaints per year on sale (16th most of 17 model years), 3 recall campaigns and up to 24 mpg combined from the EPA.
What are common 2009 Rogue problems?
The components owners report most to NHTSA are air bags (101), power train (101) and engine (30). Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How many recalls does the 2009 Rogue have?
NHTSA lists 3 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 2009 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 2009 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).