2022 Nissan Rogue Sport SUV

　　

2022 Nissan Rogue Sport Review

byMichael CantuCorrespondent

　　Michael Cantu has worked in the automotive industry since 2014. He has written over 800 car-related articles and tested and reviewed over 100 vehicles over the course of his career. Michael is a contributor at zzdcar and has also contributed to MotorTrend, Digital Trends and InsideEVs. Michael was featured on a few InsideEVs YouTube channel videos on the topic of electric vehicles. Michael was a MotorTrend Car of the Year judge for 2019 and was a driver in MotorTrend's World's Greatest Drag Races 7 & 8.

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　　The 2022 Nissan Rogue Sport is a smaller version of the Rogue, not a sporty model of Nissan's popular SUV. Its looks are sporty, but its driving dynamics are standard. This extra-small SUV is larger than the more affordable Kicks, and if you're considering a sedan, it costs about the same as the midsize Nissan Altima. It's a good choice for someone who wants something smaller and more maneuverable than a Rogue, and it's easier on the wallet.

　　

Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 2022 Nissan Rogue Sport S 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl CVT) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.06 per gallon for regular unleaded in North Dakota.

Monthly estimates based on costs in North Dakota

　　$136/mo  for Rogue Sport S

　　Rogue Sport S

　　S 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl CVT) - $24,960 MSRPS 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl CVT) - $26,460 MSRPSV 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl CVT) - $26,530 MSRPSV 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl CVT) (Most Popular) - $28,030 MSRPSL 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl CVT) - $29,590 MSRPSL 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl CVT) - $31,090 MSRP

　　vs

　　$167/mo

　　Avg. Compact SUV

　　Considering its size, the Rogue Sport has plenty of passenger and cargo room. It also offers a long list of standard and optional advanced driver aids, some of which aren't found in rivals.

　　But the little Rogue Sport does have some drawbacks. Its acceleration is slow, fuel economy is average at best, and ride and seat comfort is subpar. If you're shopping around, you might want to take a look at the Chevrolet Trailblazer, Hyundai Kona and Subaru Crosstrek. Those higher-ranked rivals are similar in size and price. If you want to know what our test team has to say about the Nissan Rogue Sport, check out the detailed zzdcar' Expert Rating below.

　　zzdcar Expert Rating

　　Our VerdictThe zzdcar Vehicle Testing Team evaluates a fresh batch of vehicles every week, pairing objective assessments at our test track with real-world driving on city streets, freeways and winding roads. The data we gather results in our Expert Ratings. They’re based on 30-plus scores that cover every aspect of the automotive experience.

　　Below Average

　　6.9

　　out of 10

　　zzdcar TESTED

　　Rated for you by America's best test team.

　　

Performance

6.5/10

　　How does the Rogue Sport drive? The Rogue Sport isn't sporty, but it is competent and stable when guided through corners. The steering is vague and lifeless, but otherwise this SUV is easy to maneuver in traffic and tight parking lots. The brakes are well tuned and allow for smooth stops.

　　Alas, the Rogue Sport falters in the "need for speed" department. It's one of the slowest choices available in the subcompact SUV class. In our testing, 0-60 mph acceleration took a lethargic 10.2 seconds. That's about what you get from a Toyota Prius and means that passing on the highway takes careful planning.

　　

Comfort

6.5/10

　　How comfortable is the Rogue Sport? The Rogue Sport is below average in terms of comfort. On the positive side, we appreciate the availability of dual-zone automatic climate control and rear air vents. Its optional heated steering wheel is a rare offering in this class too.

　　The Rogue Sport's cabin and road manners were letdowns. The stiff suspension tuning results in a rough ride over most city streets, though the ride on the highway is more acceptable. Seat comfort and support are also lacking. Wind and road noise is reasonably suppressed, but engine noise is prominent while accelerating.

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