2018 Nissan Rogue MPG
EPA ratings for the 2018 Nissan Rogue run from 25–26 mpg in town to 32–33 on the highway, or 27–29 combined, depending on which of its 2 gasoline versions you look at.
The most efficient pairs the 2.5-liter 4-cylinder engine with a CVT and front-wheel drive, at 29 mpg combined. At the other end, the 2.5-liter 4-cylinder engine with a CVT and all-wheel drive manages 27 mpg combined, 2 mpg less. The EPA also rated a hybrid version, the best at 34 mpg combined. That matches the best gasoline version of the 2017 model.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rogue Hybrid FWD | 2.0 L 4-cyl hybrid | Automatic (AV-S7) | Front-Wheel Drive | 33 | 35 | 34 | Regular · 261 g CO₂/mi |
| Rogue Hybrid AWD | 2.0 L 4-cyl hybrid | Automatic (AV-S7) | All-Wheel Drive | 31 | 34 | 33 | Regular · 276 g CO₂/mi |
| Rogue FWD | 2.5 L 4-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Front-Wheel Drive | 26 | 33 | 29 | Regular · 310 g CO₂/mi |
| Rogue AWD | 2.5 L 4-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | All-Wheel Drive | 25 | 32 | 27 | Regular · 324 g CO₂/mi |
2018 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 2018 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.
2018 Nissan Rogue specs
The EPA lists 2 engine choices for the 2018 Nissan Rogue: 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. For fuel-economy purposes it sits in the EPA's "Small Sport Utility Vehicle" class.
| Engine size (L) | Cylinders | Transmissions | Drive | Versions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0 L hybrid | 4 | Automatic (AV-S7) | Front-Wheel Drive; All-Wheel Drive | 2 |
| 2.5 L | 4 | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Front-Wheel Drive; All-Wheel Drive | 2 |
2018 Nissan Rogue problems
As of October 2026, NHTSA (the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) holds 669 owner complaints about the 2018 Nissan Rogue.
Service brakes are the most-reported area (26% of component mentions), followed by forward collision avoidance (20%) and electrical system (9%).
Spread over its time on sale, that is 74 complaints a year: more than the 2017 (60 a year) and the 2019 (42 a year).
That ranks 2nd of 17 Nissan Rogue model years (2008–2024), counting from the most complaints per year.
Of the 669, 35 mention a crash, 2 a fire and 36 an injury.
| Component | Mentions | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Service brakes | 261 | 26% |
| Forward collision avoidance | 203 | 20% |
| Unknown or other | 138 | 14% |
| Electrical system | 94 | 9% |
| Engine | 57 | 6% |
| Power train | 47 | 5% |
| Vehicle speed control | 37 | 4% |
| Air bags | 33 | 3% |
| Electronic stability control (esc) | 22 | 2% |
| Steering | 19 | 2% |
| Seats | 15 | 1% |
| Structure | 15 | 1% |
| Back over prevention | 9 | <1% |
| Wheels | 9 | <1% |
| Exterior lighting | 7 | <1% |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 7 | <1% |
| Lane departure | 6 | <1% |
| Visibility/wiper | 6 | <1% |
| Seat belts | 5 | <1% |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 4 | <1% |
| Hydraulic service brakes | 4 | <1% |
| Suspension | 4 | <1% |
| Visibility | 4 | <1% |
| Buckle chest clip | 1 | <1% |
| Engine and engine cooling | 1 | <1% |
| Gasoline fuel system | 1 | <1% |
| Parking brake | 1 | <1% |
| Tires | 1 | <1% |
What owners told NHTSA
While driving nothing in front of me, the car breaks. It happen a few times while doing 70 mph. The car breaks and slows down. It's done it while going 30 mph as well.
My 2018 Nissan Rogue CVT transmission has failed to accelerate on two separate occasions while driving. The vehicle would not respond when I pressed the gas pedal. The car was still running but would not accelerate. …
The contact owns a 2018 Nissan Rogue. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended. Several unknown warning lights were illuminated. …
2018 Nissan Rogue recalls
The 2018 Nissan Rogue has been the subject of 3 recall campaigns.
The most recent, campaign 23V093000 from February 2023, concerns electrical system.
| Campaign | Reported | Component | Rogue years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23V093000 | February 16, 2023 | Electrical system | 2014–2020 |
| 21V839000 | October 26, 2021 | Hybrid propulsion system, Engine and engine cooling | 2017–2019 |
| 19V654000 | September 12, 2019 | Back over prevention | 2018–2019 |
Safety ratings
NHTSA crash-tested 6 versions of the 2018 Nissan Rogue; the best overall score is 4 out of 5 stars.
| Version tested | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SUV AWD Early Release | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| SUV FWD Early Release | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| Hybrid SUV FWD | Not rated | ★★★★☆ | Not rated | ★★★★☆ |
| Hybrid SUV AWD | Not rated | ★★★★☆ | Not rated | ★★★★☆ |
| SUV AWD Later Release | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| SUV FWD Later Release | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
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 2018 models in the EPA's small sport utility vehicle class, the 2018 Mazda CX-5 (29 mpg), 2018 Honda CR-V (30 mpg) and 2018 Subaru Forester (28 mpg) come closest on combined fuel economy.
| Year | Best mpg | Complaints | Per year on sale | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 28 | 553 | 46 | 9 |
| 2016 | 28 | 543 | 49 | 7 |
| 2017 | 34 | 600 | 60 | 5 |
| 2018 | 34 | 669 | 74 | 3 |
| 2019 | 34 | 339 | 42 | 3 |
| 2020 | 29 | 153 | 22 | 1 |
| 2021 | 33 | 291 | 48 | 10 |
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FAQ
Is the 2018 Rogue a good car?
We don't rate cars, but the official data gives a picture. The 2018 Nissan Rogue has 74 NHTSA complaints per year on sale (2nd most of 17 model years), 3 recall campaigns, a best overall crash rating of 4 stars and up to 34 mpg combined from the EPA.
What are common 2018 Rogue problems?
The components owners report most to NHTSA are service brakes (261), forward collision avoidance (203) and electrical system (94). Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How many recalls does the 2018 Rogue have?
NHTSA lists 3 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 2018 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 2018 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).