2013 Nissan Rogue MPG
The 2013 Nissan Rogue gets 22–23 mpg in the city and 26–28 on the highway (24–25 combined), across the 2 versions the EPA rated.
The most efficient pairs the 2.5-liter 4-cylinder engine with a CVT and front-wheel drive, at 25 mpg combined. The thirstiest version uses the 2.5-liter 4-cylinder engine with a CVT and all-wheel drive and is rated 24 mpg combined. That matches the best gasoline version of the 2012 model.
| 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 · 358 g CO₂/mi |
| Rogue AWD | 2.5 L 4-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | All-Wheel Drive | 22 | 26 | 24 | Regular · 376 g CO₂/mi |
2013 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 2013 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 (24 mpg combined) comes to about $2,720 a year, $110 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.
2013 Nissan Rogue specs
The EPA lists one engine for the 2013 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 small 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 |
2013 Nissan Rogue problems
Owners have filed 610 complaints about the 2013 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 engine (12%) and air bags (10%).
Spread over its time on sale, that is 43 complaints a year: more than the 2012 (21 a year) and the 2014 (34 a year).
That ranks 9th of 17 Nissan Rogue model years (2008–2024), counting from the most complaints per year.
Of the 610, 14 mention a crash, 16 a fire and 7 an injury.
| Component | Mentions | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Power train | 314 | 37% |
| Engine | 104 | 12% |
| Air bags | 90 | 10% |
| Vehicle speed control | 90 | 10% |
| Electrical system | 65 | 8% |
| Unknown or other | 60 | 7% |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 32 | 4% |
| Structure | 30 | 3% |
| Seat belts | 12 | 1% |
| Steering | 12 | 1% |
| Suspension | 6 | <1% |
| Visibility/wiper | 6 | <1% |
| Engine and engine cooling | 5 | <1% |
| Seats | 5 | <1% |
| Service brakes | 5 | <1% |
| Wheels | 5 | <1% |
| Electronic stability control (esc) | 4 | <1% |
| Exterior lighting | 3 | <1% |
| Gasoline fuel system | 3 | <1% |
| Forward collision avoidance | 2 | <1% |
| Communication | 1 | <1% |
| Equipment adaptive/mobility | 1 | <1% |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 1 | <1% |
| Tires | 1 | <1% |
| Visibility | 1 | <1% |
What owners told NHTSA
The transmission failed while I was driving on the freeway and I couldn’t go more than 30 mph while traffic was going 75-80 mph. …
1. What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? The primary system affected appears to be the CVT transmission. …
My daughter was in the driver’s seat when her boyfriend got out of the front passenger seat & slammed the front passenger door setting off all side curtain airbags on the passenger side of the car. …
2013 Nissan Rogue recalls
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2013 Nissan Rogue.
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 |
Safety ratings
NHTSA crash-tested 2 versions of the 2013 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 2013 models in the EPA's small sport utility vehicle class, the 2013 Chevy Equinox (26 mpg), 2013 Ford Escape (26 mpg) and 2013 Honda CR-V (26 mpg) come closest on combined fuel economy.
| Year | Best mpg | Complaints | Per year on sale | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| 2016 | 28 | 543 | 49 | 7 |
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FAQ
Is the 2013 Rogue a good car?
We don't rate cars, but the official data gives a picture. The 2013 Nissan Rogue has 43 NHTSA complaints per year on sale (9th most of 17 model years), 1 recall campaign, a best overall crash rating of 4 stars and up to 25 mpg combined from the EPA.
What are common 2013 Rogue problems?
The components owners report most to NHTSA are power train (314), engine (104) and air bags (90). Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How many recalls does the 2013 Rogue have?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign. To see whether a recall is still open on a specific car, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2013 Rogue get?
The EPA rates the versions at 24–25 mpg combined (22–23 city, 26–28 highway).
How much does it cost to fuel a 2013 Rogue per year?
About $2,610 a year for 15,000 miles in its most efficient form, up to about $2,720 for the thirstiest version, using EPA mpg and the September 2026 U.S. average regular gasoline price of $4.36 a gallon (EIA).