2011 Nissan Rogue MPG
EPA ratings for the 2011 Nissan Rogue run from 22 mpg in town to 26–28 on the highway, or 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. That matches the best gasoline version of the 2010 model.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rogue FWD | 2.5 L 4-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Front-Wheel Drive | 22 | 28 | 24 | Regular · 370 g CO₂/mi |
| Rogue AWD | 2.5 L 4-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | All-Wheel Drive | 22 | 26 | 24 | Regular · 370 g CO₂/mi |
2011 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 2011 Nissan Rogue costs about $2,720 a year to fuel in its most efficient form (24 mpg combined), or roughly 18 cents a mile.
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.
2011 Nissan Rogue specs
The EPA lists one engine for the 2011 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; All-Wheel Drive | 2 |
2011 Nissan Rogue problems
Owners have filed 363 complaints about the 2011 Nissan Rogue with NHTSA, the U.S. vehicle-safety agency, as of October 2026.
Power train is the most-reported area (37% of component mentions), followed by vehicle speed control (12%) and electrical system (11%).
Spread over its time on sale, that is 23 complaints a year: more than the 2010 (17 a year) and about as many as the 2012 (21 a year).
That ranks 12th of 17 Nissan Rogue model years (2008–2024), counting from the most complaints per year.
Of the 363, 10 mention a crash, 14 a fire and 4 an injury.
| Component | Mentions | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Power train | 190 | 37% |
| Vehicle speed control | 62 | 12% |
| Electrical system | 54 | 11% |
| Air bags | 45 | 9% |
| Engine | 45 | 9% |
| Unknown or other | 36 | 7% |
| Steering | 17 | 3% |
| Electronic stability control (esc) | 11 | 2% |
| Structure | 11 | 2% |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 6 | 1% |
| Service brakes | 6 | 1% |
| Exterior lighting | 4 | <1% |
| Seats | 4 | <1% |
| Suspension | 4 | <1% |
| Seat belts | 3 | <1% |
| Engine and engine cooling | 2 | <1% |
| Hydraulic service brakes | 2 | <1% |
| Tires | 2 | <1% |
| Wheels | 2 | <1% |
| Gasoline fuel system | 1 | <1% |
| Interior lighting | 1 | <1% |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 1 | <1% |
| Visibility | 1 | <1% |
| Visibility/wiper | 1 | <1% |
What owners told NHTSA
The CVT transmission started to fail. 1 day it started jerking some. 2 or 3 times. The next time was more jerking and harder. The last day the jerking was longer in length of time. …
Im having issues accelerating since i purchased the car, the transmission is bad , there is cut electric wires by the brake and gas pedal. When breaking there's knocking, pinging, the brakes shakes. …
The vehicle experienced a localized fire originating behind the driver's side kick panel wiring harness. The vehicle is completely factory original. This matches the exact failure mechanism of NHTSA Recall 15V-032-000.
2011 Nissan Rogue recalls
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2011 Nissan Rogue.
The most recent, campaign 15V032000 from January 2015, concerns electrical system.
11V565000 · November 23, 2011 · Steering
Problem: THE CIRCUIT BOARD MAY NOT HAVE BEEN INSTALLED IN THE CORRECT POSITION ON CERTAIN ELECTRIC POWER STEERING (EPS) ASSIST CONTROL UNITS. THIS MAY CAUSE ADDITIONAL STRESS ON THE SOLDER OF THE TERMINAL TO THE CIRCUIT BOARD RESULTING IN THE SOLDER CRACKING AND SEPARATING COMPLETELY FROM THE CIRCUIT BOARD.
Risk: AS THE CIRCUIT BOARD FAILS, THE POWER STEERING ASSIST FEATURE WILL STOP FUNCTIONING, INCREASING THE FORCE NEEDED TO STEER THE VEHICLE AND INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy: NISSAN WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE EPS CONTROL UNIT IF NECESSARY, FREE OF CHARGE.
| Campaign | Reported | Component | Rogue years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15V032000 | January 26, 2015 | Electrical system | 2008–2014 |
Safety ratings
NHTSA crash-tested 2 versions of the 2011 Nissan Rogue; the best overall score is 4 out of 5 stars.
| Version tested | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SUV FWD | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| SUV AWD | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
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 2011 models in the EPA's sport utility vehicle class, the 2011 Honda CR-V (24 mpg), 2011 Subaru Outback (24 mpg) and 2011 Toyota RAV4 (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 |
| 2014 | 28 | 440 | 34 | 10 |
Every Nissan Rogue model year compared →
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FAQ
Is the 2011 Rogue a good car?
We don't rate cars, but the official data gives a picture. The 2011 Nissan Rogue has 23 NHTSA complaints per year on sale (12th most of 17 model years), 2 recall campaigns, a best overall crash rating of 4 stars and up to 24 mpg combined from the EPA.
What are common 2011 Rogue problems?
The components owners report most to NHTSA are power train (190), vehicle speed control (62) and electrical system (54). Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How many recalls does the 2011 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 2011 Rogue get?
The EPA rates the versions at 24 mpg combined (22 city, 26–28 highway).
How much does it cost to fuel a 2011 Rogue per year?
About $2,720 a year for 15,000 miles in its most efficient form, using EPA mpg and the September 2026 U.S. average regular gasoline price of $4.36 a gallon (EIA).