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Nissan Rogue I (S35, facelift 2011) 2.5i (170 Hp) AWD CVT
Overall Rating
Nissan Rogue:
The Nissan Rogue is a compact crossover SUV produced by the Japanese automobile manufacturer Nissan. It made its debut in October 2007 for the 2008 model year. Beginning in 2013 for the 2014 model year, the model has been merged with the X-Trail sold outside the North American market, making them identical.
As of 2023, the Rogue was manufactured at the Nissan Smyrna Assembly Plant in Tennessee, United States and at the Nissan Motor Kyushu plant in Kanda, Fukuoka, Japan. Between August 2014 and March 2020, it was also built at the Renault Samsung Motors plant in Busan, South Korea under contract....(Read more on Wikipedia)
I (S35, facelift 2011) Overview:
Nissan Rogue (I (S35, facelift 2011)). With 237 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~10.6 l/100km). With a weight of 1570 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. A vehicle that combines characteristics of SUVs and hatchbacks for versatility. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
2.5i (170 Hp) AWD CVT Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers adequate performance for daily driving and light highway cruising, though not particularly spirited. The CVT provides smooth power delivery but can feel a bit sluggish under hard acceleration.
Fuel Economy
Decent fuel economy for an AWD compact SUV of its era, benefiting from the CVT. Urban 10.6 l/100 km, Extra-urban 9 l/100 km.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Comfortable ride quality
- • Spacious interior for its class
- • Good fuel economy for an SUV (especially FWD)
- • Practical cargo space with flexible seating
- • Available AWD for all-weather capability
Cons:
- • Engine can feel underpowered at times, especially when loaded
- • CVT transmission can be noisy and unengaging under hard acceleration
- • Interior materials are not premium compared to some rivals
- • Limited engine options (only one available)
- • Rear visibility can be challenging due to design
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(I (S35): 2008 - 2011).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Nissan |
| Model: | Rogue |
| Generation: | I (S35, facelift 2011) |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.5i (170 Hp) AWD CVT |
| Start of production: | 2011 |
| End of production: | 2013 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | SUV, Crossover |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 170 Hp @ 6000 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 68.3 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 237 Nm @ 4400 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | QR25DE [Same engine] More details about the engine QR25DE |
| Engine displacement: | 2488 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.6 l |
| Coolant: | 7.3 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 89 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 100 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.6:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 10.6 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 9 l/100 km |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 9.2 kg/Hp, 108.8 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6.6 kg/Nm, 151.6 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1563-1578 |
| Max. weight: | 2053 |
| Max load: | 475-490 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1640 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 818 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 60 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4656 mm mm [10mm more] |
| Width: | 1801 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1684 mm mm [25mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2690 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1539 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1549 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 211 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11.4 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Gearbox type | CVT |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Tires size | 215/70 R16; 225/60 R17; 225/55 R18 |
| Wheel rims size | 6.5J x 16; 7.0J x 17; 7.0J x 18 |
| Front suspension | Independent coil spring |
| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link suspension |
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