Model year 2017 · Small Sport Utility Vehicle

2017 Nissan Rogue

2017 Nissan Rogue MPG

Across its 2 EPA-rated gasoline versions, the 2017 Nissan Rogue returns 25–26 mpg city, 32–33 highway and 27–29 combined.

The most efficient pairs the 2.5-liter 4-cylinder engine with a CVT and front-wheel drive, at 29 mpg combined. The thirstiest version uses the 2.5-liter 4-cylinder engine with a CVT and all-wheel drive and is rated 27 mpg combined. The EPA also rated a hybrid version, the best at 34 mpg combined. That is 1 mpg better than the best gasoline 2016 version (28 mpg).

Nissan Rogue, 2nd generation (2014–2020 model years)
Nissan Rogue, 2nd generation (2014–2020 model years). Photo: Mr.choppers, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons; resized.
EPA fuel economy for every 2017 Nissan Rogue version, best combined first
VersionEngineTransmissionDriveCityHwyComb.Fuel
Rogue Hybrid FWD2.0 L 4-cyl hybridAutomatic (AV-S7)Front-Wheel Drive333534Regular · 261 g CO₂/mi
Rogue Hybrid AWD2.0 L 4-cyl hybridAutomatic (AV-S7)All-Wheel Drive313433Regular · 276 g CO₂/mi
Rogue FWD2.5 L 4-cylAutomatic (variable gear ratios)Front-Wheel Drive263329Regular · 312 g CO₂/mi
Rogue AWD2.5 L 4-cylAutomatic (variable gear ratios)All-Wheel Drive253227Regular · 326 g CO₂/mi

2017 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 2017 Nissan Rogue costs about $2,250 a year to fuel in its most efficient form (29 mpg combined), or roughly 15 cents a mile.

The thirstiest priced version (27 mpg combined) comes to about $2,420 a year, $170 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.

2017 Nissan Rogue specs

2017 Nissan Rogue buyers could choose between 2 engines, according to EPA records: 2.0 L 4-cyl hybrid and 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.

Engines and drivetrains (EPA)
Engine size (L)CylindersTransmissionsDriveVersions
2.0 L hybrid4Automatic (AV-S7)Front-Wheel Drive; All-Wheel Drive2
2.5 L4Automatic (variable gear ratios)Front-Wheel Drive; All-Wheel Drive2

2017 Nissan Rogue problems

Owners have filed 600 complaints about the 2017 Nissan Rogue with NHTSA, the U.S. vehicle-safety agency, as of October 2026.

Power train is the most-reported area (14% of component mentions), followed by service brakes (13%) and forward collision avoidance (10%).

Spread over its time on sale, that is 60 complaints a year: more than the 2016 (49 a year) and fewer than the 2018 (74 a year).

That ranks 4th of 17 Nissan Rogue model years (2008–2024), counting from the most complaints per year.

Of the 600, 57 mention a crash, 9 a fire and 42 an injury.

Unknown or other139 (16%)Power train123 (14%)Service brakes111 (13%)Forward collision avoidance86 (10%)Electrical system75 (8%)Air bags72 (8%)Engine70 (8%)Vehicle speed control41 (5%)
Component mentions in NHTSA owner complaints (one complaint can name several components)
NHTSA complaints by component
ComponentMentionsShare
Unknown or other13916%
Power train12314%
Service brakes11113%
Forward collision avoidance8610%
Electrical system758%
Air bags728%
Engine708%
Vehicle speed control415%
Seats293%
Steering243%
Structure243%
Fuel/propulsion system172%
Electronic stability control (esc)142%
Seat belts111%
Suspension111%
Exterior lighting8<1%
Visibility/wiper8<1%
Visibility6<1%
Wheels6<1%
Lane departure2<1%
Hydraulic service brakes2<1%
Back over prevention1<1%
Gasoline fuel system1<1%
Latches/locks/linkages1<1%
Air service brakes1<1%
Tires1<1%

What owners told NHTSA

2017 Nissan Rogue AWD – CVT transmission failure at approximately 57,000 miles. Vehicle is currently undriveable. Diagnostic testing identified P0776 / Pressure Control Solenoid "B." Two independent mechanics have determined that the CVT requires complete replacement. …
Owner report to NHTSA (unverified), October 2026 · Power train · complaint 11769049
My vehicle was in for recall R22A6 / 22V-549 for the brake booster power supply since the brakes felt spongy and there was a loud ringing sound so we look around a round out about the recall. …
Owner report to NHTSA (unverified), November 2025 · Service brakes · complaint 11701005
while going about 30 mph, It was as if someone had slammed the brakes on and brought me to complete stop.
Owner report to NHTSA (unverified), August 2026 · Forward collision avoidance · complaint 11754455

2017 Nissan Rogue recalls

NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns for the 2017 Nissan Rogue.

The most recent, campaign 23V093000 from February 2023, concerns electrical system.

Electrical system accounts for 2 of the 5 campaigns, more than any other area.

Is a recall still open on your car? This list covers every 2017 Nissan Rogue. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which recalls still need a repair on your car.
22V875000 · November 23, 2022 · Electrical system

Problem: Water may leak into and corrode the dash side harness connector.

Risk: A corroded dash side harness connector increases the risk of a fire.

Remedy: Dealers will apply grease and repair any corroded connector as necessary, free of charge.

Full recall notice on nhtsa.gov

Campaigns that also cover other model years (details on nhtsa.gov and the model overview)
CampaignReportedComponentRogue years covered
23V093000February 16, 2023Electrical system2014–2020
21V839000October 26, 2021Hybrid propulsion system, Engine and engine cooling2017–2019
17V663000October 18, 2017Seats, Seat belts2016–2017
16V244000April 26, 2016Air bags2014–2017

Safety ratings

NHTSA crash-tested 4 versions of the 2017 Nissan Rogue; the best overall score is 4 out of 5 stars.

NHTSA 5-star safety ratings
Version testedOverallFrontalSideRollover
SUV AWD★★★★☆★★★★☆★★★★★★★★★☆
SUV FWD★★★★☆★★★★☆★★★★★★★★★☆
Hybrid SUV AWDNot rated★★★★☆Not rated★★★★☆
Hybrid SUV FWDNot rated★★★★☆Not rated★★★★☆
Frontal crash test of the SUV AWD version of the 2017 Nissan Rogue at NHTSA
Frontal test · SUV AWD
Side crash test of the SUV AWD version of the 2017 Nissan Rogue at NHTSA
Side barrier test · 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 2017 models in the EPA's small sport utility vehicle class, the 2017 Honda CR-V (30 mpg), 2017 Subaru Forester (28 mpg) and 2017 Subaru Outback (28 mpg) come closest on combined fuel economy.

Nissan Rogue, 2014–2020 (EPA and NHTSA)
YearBest mpgComplaintsPer year on saleRecalls
2014284403410
201528553469
201628543497
201734600605
201834669743
201934339423
202029153221

Every Nissan Rogue model year compared →

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FAQ

Is the 2017 Rogue a good car?

We don't rate cars, but the official data gives a picture. The 2017 Nissan Rogue has 60 NHTSA complaints per year on sale (4th most of 17 model years), 5 recall campaigns, a best overall crash rating of 4 stars and up to 34 mpg combined from the EPA.

What are common 2017 Rogue problems?

The components owners report most to NHTSA are power train (123), service brakes (111) and forward collision avoidance (86). Complaints are unverified owner reports.

How many recalls does the 2017 Rogue have?

NHTSA lists 5 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 2017 Rogue get?

The EPA rates the gasoline versions at 27–29 mpg combined (25–26 city, 32–33 highway). The hybrid versions reach up to 34 mpg combined.

How much does it cost to fuel a 2017 Rogue per year?

About $2,250 a year for 15,000 miles in its most efficient form, up to about $2,420 for the thirstiest version, using EPA mpg and the September 2026 U.S. average regular gasoline price of $4.36 a gallon (EIA).