The 2021 Nissan Rogue is all-new for this model year. It is a significant vehicle for Nissan as it’s the best-selling vehicle for the brand in the U.S. It competes in a very competitive market segment which includes the likes of the Honda CR-V and the Toyota RAV4.
The 2021 Nissan Rogue is about the same size as the previous generation. Still, it gets more blocky styling, a more upright grille, a flatter hood, and aluminum front fenders and door skins to help lighten the compact crossover. You also get Nissan’s NASA-inspired Zero Gravity seats that offer a good blend of comfort and support in the front.
There’s only one available engine: a 2.5-liter 4-cylinder with 181 horsepower and 181 lb-ft of torque. You can opt for either front-wheel drive (standard) or all-wheel drive in the 2021 Nissan Rogue. Both get a continuously variable automatic transmission (CVT) which has been tweaked from the previous generation to offer better fuel economy and acceleration.
This generation gets the addition of Nissan’s suite of safety technology called Nissan Safety Suite 360, which comes standard on the entire Rogue lineup. This suite includes emergency braking with pedestrian detection, blind-spot warning, rear cross-traffic alert, lane departure warning, high beam assist, and automatic rear braking. There are also 10 airbags in the 2021 Rogue. The 2021 Nissan Rogue also comes standard across the lineup with Nissan’s driver alert technology and rear door alert.
Here are the trim levels you can choose from when buying a 2021 Nissan Rogue.
2021 Nissan Rogue S (Original starting price when new: $25,650)
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The 2021 Nissan Rogue S starts at $25,650.
The base Nissan Rogue S model comes with 17-inch alloy wheels, a spare tire, the advanced Nissan Safety Suite 360, manual air conditioning, manually adjustable front seats, manual air conditioning, a 60/40 split-folding rear seat, and Nissan’s Intelligent Key with push-button start.
It also comes with an 8-inch color touch screen display that includes both Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Bluetooth, a hands-free text messaging assistant, two front USB ports, Sirius XM, and a voice recognition system.
You also get intelligent LED headlights, LED daytime running lights and taillights, body-colored rear and front fascias, and rear privacy glass. The Rogue S has automatic windows in both front and back seats, a 12-volt outlet in the luggage area, and a manual adjustable tilt-and-telescopic steering wheel.
You also can upgrade the Rogue S to all-wheel drive for $1,500.
There is only one available option for the 2021 Nissan Rogue S: A premium paint upgrade.
Who is this trim level for? The 2021 Nissan Rogue S is for buyers who want all the function and safety of a new Nissan Rogue without having to shell out a ton of money.
2021 Nissan Rogue S includes:
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto – Allows seamless smartphone integration with the car’s infotainment system, granting access to music, apps, messages, and more.
Automatic high-beam headlights – Automatically turn on when it gets dark but will dim when sensing oncoming traffic.
Blind-spot warning – Alerts the driver if they’re making a lane change and someone is in the blind spot.
Tilt/telescopic steering wheel– Allows drivers of all sizes to find a comfortable position regardless of seat position.
2021 Nissan Rogue SV (Original Starting price when new: $27,340)
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The 2021 Nissan Rogue SV starts at $27,340.
The 2021 Nissan Rogue SV adds about $1,700 to the S’s price, but we think it’s worth the extra few dollars for those looking for more style.
On top of the S’s standard features, you get 18-inch alloy wheels, heated outside mirrors with LED turn signal indicators, and an 8-way adjustable power driver seat with power lumbar.
You also get upgraded safety and security features, including blind-spot intervention, intelligent lane intervention, and a security alarm.
Inside, the SV gets dual-zone automatic temperature control, two rear USB ports, an HD intelligent around-view monitor, a Wi-Fi hotspot, and enhanced advanced driver safety systems, including Nissan’s ProPilot Assist, steering assist, and Intelligent Cruise Control. The audio system also gets upgraded to a 6-speaker version.
There are three option packages for the SV: A Premium package which includes roof rails, a power liftgate, dual-panel panoramic sunroof, rear sunshades, leatherette seats, heated front seats, and steering wheel, a premium paint package, and a LED fog light package.
You can also opt for all-wheel drive on the SV.
Who is this trim level for? The 2021 Nissan Rogue SV is the sweet spot for the 2021 Rogue. This trim is for those who want near-luxury amenities like Nissan’s Pro Pilot Assist and the functionality of a crossover.
2021 Nissan Rogue SV includes:
Intelligent Around View – Shows an exterior view of the vehicle to help you get into those tight parking spots.
ProPilot Assist – Nissan’s advanced driver assistance system’s included smart cruise control gets an upgrade in this model year. It provides smoother braking and better steering assistance feel.
Remote Engine Start Control – Start the vehicle with your key fob before you climb in on chilly mornings.
2021 Nissan Rogue SL (Original Starting price when new: $32,000)
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The 2021 Nissan Rogue SL starts at $32,000.
The SL builds on the SV trim in the Nissan Rogue lineup and adds 19-inch alloy wheels, LED fog lights, a power panoramic moon roof, and roof rails.
Inside, you get a leather-appointed interior, a heated leather-wrapped steering wheel, heated front seats, a memory driver seat and outside mirrors, a 4-way power front passenger seat, second-row sunshades, a tri-zone automatic temperature control, and a hands-free power liftgate.
The SL trim gains some additional optional paint packages and the SL Premium Package, which includes ProPilot Assist with Navi-link, a front and rear sonar system, traffic sign recognition, NissanConnect 9-inch touch screen display, Nissan’s door-to-door navigation with traffic integration, wireless Apple CarPlay, and a Bose premium audio system with dual-driver woofers.
Who is this trim level for? The 2021 Nissan Rogue SL is for those who want an upgraded interior and access to the upgraded ProPilot Assist system, which includes navigation routing from door to door.
2021 Nissan Rogue SL includes:
Leather-appointed interior – Leather tends to be easier to clean and more durable than cloth.
Tri-zone automatic climate control – With individual temperature settings for the front seat passenger and driver, they’ll never again be an argument over who gets to choose the cabin temperature.
2021 Nissan Rogue Platinum (Original starting price when new: $35,430.)
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The 2021 Nissan Rogue Platinum is $35,430.
The Nissan Rogue Platinum trim is the highest trim you can get on the 2021 Nissan Rogue, and it builds on the already well-loaded SL trim.
The Platinum trim includes a front central seat-mounted airbag (bringing the airbag count to 11), front, side, and rear sonar, quilted semi-aniline-leather-appointed seats, a 12-inch digital dashboard, a 9-inch digital touchscreen, ProPilot Assist with Navi-link, Sirius XM traffic, heated rear seats, a wireless charging pad, and a Bose premium audio system with 10-speakers and a dual driver subwoofer.
The Platinum trim also gets access to the SV Premium package and the SL premium package. You can also opt for all-wheel drive at this trim level.
Who is this trim level for? The 2021 Nissan Rogue Platinum is for those who want all the bells and whistles you can get on a Rogue.
2021 Nissan Rogue Platinum includes:
Quilted leather interior: A luxury upgrade for those who want a leather interior.
Heated Rear Seats: For those times you want your passengers to be just as comfortable as you are in cold climates.
12-inch digital dashboard with head-up display: Offers an excellent way to keep track of your speed, direction, and any warnings without having to take your eyes off the road.
