2012 Nissan Rogue MPG
EPA ratings for the 2012 Nissan Rogue run from 22–23 mpg in town to 26–28 on the highway, or 23–25 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 25 mpg combined. At the other end, the 2.5-liter 4-cylinder engine with a CVT and all-wheel drive manages 23 mpg combined, 2 mpg less. That is 1 mpg better than the best gasoline 2011 version (24 mpg).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rogue FWD | 2.5 L 4-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Front-Wheel Drive | 23 | 28 | 25 | Regular · 355 g CO₂/mi |
| Rogue AWD | 2.5 L 4-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | All-Wheel Drive | 22 | 26 | 23 | Regular · 386 g CO₂/mi |
2012 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 2012 Nissan Rogue costs about $2,610 a year to fuel in its most efficient form (25 mpg combined), or roughly 17 cents a mile.
The thirstiest priced version (23 mpg combined) comes to about $2,840 a year, $230 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.
2012 Nissan Rogue specs
The EPA lists one engine for the 2012 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 |
2012 Nissan Rogue problems
As of October 2026, NHTSA (the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) holds 319 owner complaints about the 2012 Nissan Rogue.
Power train is the most-reported area (31% of component mentions), followed by electrical system (10%) and engine (10%).
Spread over its time on sale, that is 21 complaints a year: about as many as the 2011 (23 a year) and fewer than the 2013 (43 a year).
That ranks 15th of 17 Nissan Rogue model years (2008–2024), counting from the most complaints per year.
Of the 319, 8 mention a crash, 12 a fire and 4 an injury.
| Component | Mentions | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Power train | 136 | 31% |
| Unknown or other | 44 | 10% |
| Electrical system | 43 | 10% |
| Engine | 43 | 10% |
| Air bags | 41 | 9% |
| Vehicle speed control | 41 | 9% |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 17 | 4% |
| Service brakes | 10 | 2% |
| Wheels | 9 | 2% |
| Seats | 8 | 2% |
| Tires | 7 | 2% |
| Structure | 6 | 1% |
| Electronic stability control (esc) | 5 | 1% |
| Seat belts | 4 | <1% |
| Hydraulic service brakes | 3 | <1% |
| Steering | 3 | <1% |
| Engine and engine cooling | 2 | <1% |
| Equipment | 2 | <1% |
| Gasoline fuel system | 2 | <1% |
| Suspension | 2 | <1% |
| Visibility | 2 | <1% |
| Visibility/wiper | 2 | <1% |
| Exterior lighting | 1 | <1% |
| Forward collision avoidance | 1 | <1% |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 1 | <1% |
| Air service brakes | 1 | <1% |
What owners told NHTSA
My vehicle is making this rattling noise so I took it to the dealership and they said I need a subframe. …
The car had been parked for 2 days. It began smoking from underneath and it was an electrical smell. The power locks would not operate, nor would the remote. …
That my engine stalled while I’m driving. And I almost crashed another car.
2012 Nissan Rogue recalls
The 2012 Nissan Rogue has been the subject of 2 recall campaigns.
The most recent, campaign 15V032000 from January 2015, concerns electrical system.
12V068000 · February 22, 2012 · Tires
Problem: DURING ASSEMBLY, THE TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS) WAS NOT ACTIVATED. .
Risk: A NON-ACTIVE TPMS CANNOT WARN A DRIVER THAT A TIRE IS UNDERINFLATED.
Remedy: ALL OF THE AFFECTED VEHICLES ARE STILL IN DEALER INVENTORY.
| Campaign | Reported | Component | Rogue years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15V032000 | January 26, 2015 | Electrical system | 2008–2014 |
Safety ratings
NHTSA crash-tested 2 versions of the 2012 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 2012 models in the EPA's sport utility vehicle class, the 2012 Ford Escape (25 mpg), 2012 Chevy Equinox (26 mpg) and 2012 Honda CR-V (26 mpg) come closest on combined fuel economy.
| Year | Best mpg | Complaints | Per year on sale | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| 2015 | 28 | 553 | 46 | 9 |
Every Nissan Rogue model year compared →
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FAQ
Is the 2012 Rogue a good car?
We don't rate cars, but the official data gives a picture. The 2012 Nissan Rogue has 21 NHTSA complaints per year on sale (15th most of 17 model years), 2 recall campaigns, a best overall crash rating of 4 stars and up to 25 mpg combined from the EPA.
What are common 2012 Rogue problems?
The components owners report most to NHTSA are power train (136), electrical system (43) and engine (43). Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How many recalls does the 2012 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 2012 Rogue get?
The EPA rates the versions at 23–25 mpg combined (22–23 city, 26–28 highway).
How much does it cost to fuel a 2012 Rogue per year?
About $2,610 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).