2023 Nissan Rogue MPG
Across its 8 EPA-rated versions, the 2023 Nissan Rogue returns 28–30 mpg city, 34–37 highway and 31–33 combined.
The most efficient pairs the 1.5-liter turbo 3-cylinder engine with a CVT and front-wheel drive, at 33 mpg combined. At the other end, the 1.5-liter turbo 3-cylinder engine with a CVT and all-wheel drive manages 31 mpg combined, 2 mpg less. That matches the best gasoline version of the 2022 model.
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| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rogue FWD | 1.5 L 3-cyl turbo | Automatic (AV-S8) | Front-Wheel Drive | 30 | 37 | 33 | Regular · 271 g CO₂/mi |
| Rogue FWD | 1.5 L 3-cyl turbo | Automatic (AV-S8) | Front-Wheel Drive | 30 | 37 | 33 | Regular · 269 g CO₂/mi |
| Rogue FWD SL/Platinum | 1.5 L 3-cyl turbo | Automatic (AV-S8) | Front-Wheel Drive | 29 | 36 | 32 | Regular · 278 g CO₂/mi |
| Rogue FWD SL/Platinum | 1.5 L 3-cyl turbo | Automatic (AV-S8) | Front-Wheel Drive | 29 | 36 | 32 | Regular · 278 g CO₂/mi |
| Rogue AWD | 1.5 L 3-cyl turbo | Automatic (AV-S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 28 | 35 | 31 | Regular · 287 g CO₂/mi |
| Rogue AWD SL/Platinum | 1.5 L 3-cyl turbo | Automatic (AV-S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 28 | 34 | 31 | Regular · 288 g CO₂/mi |
| Rogue AWD | 1.5 L 3-cyl turbo | Automatic (AV-S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 28 | 35 | 31 | Regular · 287 g CO₂/mi |
| Rogue AWD SL/Platinum | 1.5 L 3-cyl turbo | Automatic (AV-S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 28 | 34 | 31 | Regular · 287 g CO₂/mi |
2023 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 2023 Nissan Rogue costs about $1,980 a year to fuel in its most efficient form (33 mpg combined), or roughly 13 cents a mile.
The thirstiest priced version (31 mpg combined) comes to about $2,110 a year, $130 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.
2023 Nissan Rogue specs
The EPA lists one engine for the 2023 Nissan Rogue: a 1.5 L 3-cyl turbo. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.5 L turbo | 3 | Automatic (AV-S8) | Front-Wheel Drive; All-Wheel Drive | 8 |
2023 Nissan Rogue problems
As of October 2026, NHTSA (the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) holds 750 owner complaints about the 2023 Nissan Rogue.
Engine is the most-reported area (27% of component mentions), followed by engine and engine cooling (11%) and fuel/propulsion system (9%).
Spread over its time on sale, that is 184 complaints a year: more than the 2022 (48 a year) and the 2024 (72 a year).
No other Nissan Rogue model year from 2008 to 2024 has more complaints per year on sale.
Of the 750, 24 mention a crash, 3 a fire and 12 an injury.
| Component | Mentions | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 299 | 27% |
| Unknown or other | 151 | 14% |
| Engine and engine cooling | 125 | 11% |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 100 | 9% |
| Power train | 84 | 8% |
| Forward collision avoidance | 72 | 7% |
| Electrical system | 58 | 5% |
| Vehicle speed control | 39 | 4% |
| Visibility/wiper | 38 | 3% |
| Visibility | 26 | 2% |
| Service brakes | 17 | 2% |
| Structure | 14 | 1% |
| Gasoline fuel system | 10 | <1% |
| Steering | 9 | <1% |
| Lane departure | 8 | <1% |
| Suspension | 8 | <1% |
| Air bags | 7 | <1% |
| Back over prevention | 5 | <1% |
| Seat belts | 5 | <1% |
| Seats | 5 | <1% |
| Tires | 5 | <1% |
| Exterior lighting | 2 | <1% |
| Wheels | 2 | <1% |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 1 | <1% |
| Other/i am not sure | 1 | <1% |
| Parking brake | 1 | <1% |
What owners told NHTSA
Since purchasing my car there have been issues from having to have the internal parts of the trunk to varies recalls. Despite my maintaining ongoing maintenance, the engine suddenly has issues. …
The contact owns a 2023 Nissan Rogue. The contact stated that while driving at 70 MPH, the vehicle unexpectedly stalled. An exhaust odor entered the cabin when the failure occurred. …
Was driving this morning 2/5/2026 to work when I noticed a very strong gas smell in my cabin. The smell make me light headed and nauseous after a few minutes of driving and I am concerned for my safety.
2023 Nissan Rogue recalls
The 2023 Nissan Rogue has been the subject of 6 recall campaigns.
The most recent, campaign 26V080000 from February 2026, concerns engine and engine cooling.
Engine and engine cooling accounts for 2 of the 6 campaigns, more than any other area.
24V156000 · February 28, 2024 · Seat belts
Problem: The driver and front passenger seat belt pretensioners may have been incorrectly manufactured, which can cause the seat belts to not properly restrain occupants. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection," 209, "Seat Belt Assemblies," and 210 "Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages."
Risk: Improperly restrained occupants have an increased risk of injury during a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the front seat belt assemblies, as necessary, free of charge.
24V154000 · February 27, 2024 · Air bags
Problem: Due to a manufacturing issue, the driver's air bag inflator may absorb moisture, and cause the air bag to deploy improperly.
Risk: An air bag that deploys improperly may not protect the driver as intended during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the front driver's air bag assembly, free of charge.
23V374000 · May 25, 2023 · Seat belts
Problem: The fastener in the rear seat belt anchor attachment points may not have been tightened properly and can loosen over time.
Risk: A loose rear seat belt anchor fastener may not properly restrain an occupant in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and tighten the rear seat belt anchor bolts.
23V268000 · April 13, 2023 · Seats
Problem: The driver's powered seat may not be fully secured to the seat frame, causing the seat frame welds to detach from the rear inboard seat bracket.
Risk: An unsecured seat with broken welds may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the driver's seat rail clearance, and if necessary, replace the driver's seat cushion frame, free of charge.
| Campaign | Reported | Component | Rogue years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26V080000 | February 11, 2026 | Engine and engine cooling | 2023–2024 |
| 25V437000 | June 27, 2025 | Engine and engine cooling | 2021–2024 |
Safety ratings
NHTSA crash-tested 2 versions of the 2023 Nissan Rogue; the best overall score is 5 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 2023 models in the EPA's small sport utility vehicle class, the 2023 Ford Escape (30 mpg), 2023 Honda CR-V (30 mpg) and 2023 Toyota RAV4 (30 mpg) come closest on combined fuel economy.
| Year | Best mpg | Complaints | Per year on sale | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 29 | 153 | 22 | 1 |
| 2021 | 33 | 291 | 48 | 10 |
| 2022 | 33 | 243 | 48 | 1 |
| 2023 | 33 | 750 | 184 | 6 |
| 2024 | 33 | 220 | 72 | 4 |
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FAQ
Is the 2023 Rogue a good car?
We don't rate cars, but the official data gives a picture. The 2023 Nissan Rogue has 184 NHTSA complaints per year on sale (the most of its 17 model years), 6 recall campaigns, a best overall crash rating of 5 stars and up to 33 mpg combined from the EPA.
What are common 2023 Rogue problems?
The components owners report most to NHTSA are engine (299), engine and engine cooling (125) and fuel/propulsion system (100). Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How many recalls does the 2023 Rogue have?
NHTSA lists 6 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 2023 Rogue get?
The EPA rates the versions at 31–33 mpg combined (28–30 city, 34–37 highway).
How much does it cost to fuel a 2023 Rogue per year?
About $1,980 a year for 15,000 miles in its most efficient form, up to about $2,110 for the thirstiest version, using EPA mpg and the September 2026 U.S. average regular gasoline price of $4.36 a gallon (EIA).