2010 Nissan Rogue MPG
Across its 2 EPA-rated versions, the 2010 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 2009 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) | All-Wheel Drive | 21 | 26 | 23 | Regular · 386 g CO₂/mi |
2010 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 2010 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.
2010 Nissan Rogue specs
The EPA lists one engine for the 2010 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; All-Wheel Drive | 2 |
2010 Nissan Rogue problems
As of October 2026, NHTSA (the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) holds 282 owner complaints about the 2010 Nissan Rogue.
Power train is the most-reported area (30% of component mentions), followed by vehicle speed control (16%) and engine (11%).
Spread over its time on sale, that is 17 complaints a year: about as many as the 2009 (18 a year) and fewer than the 2011 (23 a year).
It has the fewest complaints per year on sale of any Nissan Rogue model year from 2008 to 2024.
Of the 282, 10 mention a crash, 17 a fire and 9 an injury.
| Component | Mentions | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Power train | 126 | 30% |
| Vehicle speed control | 66 | 16% |
| Engine | 46 | 11% |
| Air bags | 39 | 9% |
| Unknown or other | 39 | 9% |
| Electrical system | 32 | 8% |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 18 | 4% |
| Steering | 9 | 2% |
| Suspension | 6 | 1% |
| Engine and engine cooling | 5 | 1% |
| Gasoline fuel system | 5 | 1% |
| Service brakes | 5 | 1% |
| Exterior lighting | 4 | <1% |
| Seats | 4 | <1% |
| Electronic stability control (esc) | 3 | <1% |
| Other fuel system | 3 | <1% |
| Structure | 2 | <1% |
| Tires | 2 | <1% |
| Equipment adaptive/mobility | 1 | <1% |
| Forward collision avoidance | 1 | <1% |
| Seat belts | 1 | <1% |
| Hydraulic service brakes | 1 | <1% |
| Visibility | 1 | <1% |
| Visibility/wiper | 1 | <1% |
| Wheels | 1 | <1% |
What owners told NHTSA
The transmission/power train on this vehicle is experiencing common failures as reported by many owners. On my way to work, my Nissan Rogue began to stall and lose speed while on the highway. …
MY CAR IS UNABLE TO ACCELERATE AFTER STOPPING. THIS IS INCREDIBLY DANGEROUS AS I HAVE HAD CLOSE CALLS FOR BEING IN SEVERAL ACCIDENTS. …
THE COMPUTER IS CORRUPTED AND COULD BE POSSIBLY HACKED, SYSTEM SENSORS ALL BEEN REPLACED EXCEPT AMBIENT AIR PRESSURE. CODES FOR O2 SENSORS AND MAP COME IN WHILE CATALYST CONVERTER IS STILL GOOD. …
2010 Nissan Rogue recalls
The 2010 Nissan Rogue has been the subject of 2 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 |
Safety ratings
NHTSA crash-tested 1 version of the 2010 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 2010 models in the EPA's sport utility vehicle class, the 2010 Ford Escape (24 mpg), 2010 Honda CR-V (24 mpg) and 2010 Subaru Outback (24 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 |
| 2013 | 25 | 610 | 43 | 1 |
Every Nissan Rogue model year compared →
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FAQ
Is the 2010 Rogue a good car?
We don't rate cars, but the official data gives a picture. The 2010 Nissan Rogue has 17 NHTSA complaints per year on sale (the fewest of its 17 model years), 2 recall campaigns and up to 24 mpg combined from the EPA.
What are common 2010 Rogue problems?
The components owners report most to NHTSA are power train (126), vehicle speed control (66) and engine (46). Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How many recalls does the 2010 Rogue have?
NHTSA lists 2 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 2010 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 2010 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).