2021 Nissan Rogue Platinum | Better than Ever

The Rogue has been a savior to Nissan; a runaway hit with consumers that has carried the brand through their peaks and valleys. So this next generation better be spot-on, right? Well, for the vast majority of Rogue shoppers this one is going to impress with its upscale looks and premium level features. But there is, potentially, one caveat: drivers, proceed with caution.
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[@kevinblock2307]

Your reviews are top notch! My wife loves her Rogue. It’s the perfect grocery getter and it’s phenomenal in the snow

[@stevehammes]

That is awesome!

[@ramoncarter6585]

I love that new Rogue.

[@rj9617]

Nice looking SUV! I recently drove the 2021 Altima and found the cvt to be completely inoffensive.

[@candi0497]

Nissan has done a very good job with this vehicle. Looking forward to the frontier. Thanks Steve.

[@stevehammes]

Me, too. Can’t wait to drive the Frontier. Thanks.

[@Caldwell1234]

Now I don’t need a bmw,Audi,Lexus,Mercedes,Cadillac or Acura to get the big info screen,headsup display ,surround view cameras,and all the safety tech at a very reasonable price.let’s see how it holds up. It’s starting off good though.Bravo Nissan 🤣

[@JoeE.]

People planning to buy this has to wait for the May 2021 IHSS testing again. It's passenger side crash test initially earned a dismal and never heard of 2 stars.

[@stevehammes]

That is true. They’re readying a quick fix.

[@trent7080]

IIHS says its a top safety pick +

[@Andrew8126]

@@trent7080 I think the original commenter meant NHTSA rather than IIHS.

[@rafaelg9016]

You’re wrong, the overall rating was 4 stars, rollover and side impact was 5 stars.

[@2Kriss2Kross]

“Never understood the Rogue’s sweeping appeal” Nissan heavily discounts their vehicles, they’re generous with their financing, and rely heavily on fleet sales. In all seriousness, this is a major upgrade from the previous gen. Nissan’s been making big strides design and content wise. Reliability still has to be proven to me but I do wish they regain their Pre-Ghosn reputation.

[@stevehammes]

Very true! But that’s apparently not how they’re doing business anymore.

[@trent7080]

Wrong, Rogue is usually the bestselling thing that isn't a pickup truck depending on the month and Nissan hasn't given heavy incentives in a while.

[@MNsaint]

So close! This would be a serious contender (for me) if not for the CVT and the in-your-face safety tech. As for that CVT, Steve, you did do a nice job of trying to point out its strengths. Of course, I'd have to drive it to fully make an informed decision. Everyone's different and old-school me likes a traditional automatic or manual transmission. Keep up the excellent work - love your videos.

[@stevehammes]

Thank you!!

[@Tinrs80]

There trying with the little money they got. I applaud them as ive had Nissans and no issues with mines like people post. Really hope they keep upping the ante. This is gonna sale good.

[@Sanpedranoazul]

B R A V O NISSAN, very well executed car, Gorgeous design and can we say "finally" a fine-working CVT? Let's hope for the best! 👏🏻

[@malachiraymond485]

instablaster...

[@CarsofGlasgow]

Great review Steve! cool Nissan!

[@povertyspec9651]

That interior puts more expensive vehicles to shame!

[@limpunsing224]

Nissan is looking good after the Ghosn controversy Great job Nissan

[@mikehub6664]

Forgot to mention the wireless phone charging pad. Lol

[@ingenunis5003]

BEAUTIFUL NEW ROGUE

[@thomastalks3841]

Nice colour! That front end is very similar to the current Juke and Qashqai

[@josephperry832]

"Slide into my dms, not stalk". haha!

[@Andrew8126]

Funny coincidence, but had JUST finished rewatching your old reviews of the Forester and Crosstrek before watching this one. All thoughtful and thorough, of course. Similar tenor, though. Wasn’t surprised to hear you mention Subaru in this video. Ergonomics, especially where safety-feature controls are concerned, get a little slapdash. And the fact that the best a CVT can hope for is damning with faint praise is unfortunate. All fundamentally good (after the safety fix on applicable models), and will continue to sell a ton, but not for enthusiasts.

[@rafaelg9016]

This vehicle is totally better than a Subaru Forester

[@harveyjonesguygu2952]

I want that car.

[@piperlani]

Great review 👍🏼

[@stevehammes]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@superioraddo2381]

Woww.very elegant Steve..nice Job

[@stevehammes]

Thank you kindly

[@enthenzhuo758]

Hopefully, Nissan Would have a Durable CVT this time. Because this Car is categorized as SUV. Should be able to be driven aggressively. Stop and Go. Kickdown and Brake.

[@stephenhendricks103]

"...not truly a compact SUV but a mid-size..." (1:05) Sorry, Steve, I have to differ. The previous generation Rogue at 185" in length might have been considered "tweener" (along with the Tiguan) but the 183" long current generation is pretty firmly in the compact category along with the Chevy Equinox, CR-V, and RAV4. The smallest of the midsize unibody SUVs such as the Santa Fe and Ford Edge are about five inches longer than the Rogue and almost all of the smaller midsize vehicles range up to 193" in length, about 10" longer than the Rogue. Add to that the fact that the 181/181 HP and torque figures and CVT of the Rogue puts it firmly in the compact CUV category. An appealing compact SUV? Yeah. But a "midsize"? No. All of that, of course, is a question of the Rogue's proper market category and competition, not its quality and features. I haven't owned a Nissan product since a much loved 240Z from decades ago but I have to say that the new Rogue looks to be a strong competitor in the compact category and a huge improvement over its last generation. That's especially true for consumers whose primary mission is navigating the jungle of urban/suburban traffic and (very) occasional "adventures" on gravel and dirt roads.

[@SheepNizzle]

Thanks for the review. Sadly, no ventilated seats means it's not a contender for me.

[@stevehammes]

Fair enough!

[@ttk_rufus_gaming]

That blew my mind that the Murano of the same trim level has them but not the rogue.

[@InvestBetter.]

A very good SUV, in a land of very good SUVs, in search of a great powertrain. Not a threat to the Rav4, but still on the radar

[@rafaelg9016]

The Rogue offers a lot more than a RAV4 in all the areas, and talking about the powertrain? There’s going to be a 3 Cylinder VC-TURBO with 201 hp and 221 lb-ft of torque. The Rogue is a better product than the RAV4.

[@InvestBetter.]

@@rafaelg9016 Thanks for the ignorance

[@rafaelg9016]

@@InvestBetter. tell me with arguments why I’m ignorant? Because I’m saying things that you don’t like? Do some research please.

[@Feminichole]

The seat reclines with the lever behind the seats.

[@stevehammes]

Not on this one.

[@Feminichole]

@@stevehammes That's weird because I bought the 2021 Sv premium a week ago and the back seats recline by lifting the lever used to fold the seats down. Instead of pushing towards the front to lay the seat flat you lift the lever and push towards the trunk and the seat will recline. The salesperson showed me how to do it.

[@stevehammes]

@@Feminichole For some reason Platinum doesn't get them.

[@Feminichole]

@@stevehammes Micahs KBB review of the Platinum 2021 Rogue on 7/27/2020 at approx 1:40 he sits in the back seat and reclines the seat.

[@stevehammes]

@@Feminichole In the Nissan press release it said that the reclining seat was standard on all Rogue. Then, after not being able to recline it, I contacted Nissan PR and this was their response: "Steve, They don’t recline. There’s a typo in the press kit." If he drove it last July I'm guessing it was a pre-prod that may have had the recline seat. Sounds like Nissan was on the fence about including it across the board.

[@bassandtrebleclef]

Warrant! 5:35. Yeah!

[@stevehammes]

Heaven! 😂

[@SlRENN]

Why do some platinum trims come with a Dial while others have a switch for the drive mode selector? Does anyone know?

[@peterm707]

Looks like the AWD has the off-road and snow options added so they have the dial. FWD only has the standard eco and sport so just needs the switch

[@SlRENN]

Thanks! @@peterm707

[@franciscarreon9409]

Ahhh... the CVT!!!

[@orlandocfi]

This redesign makes it slightly more compelling, but is still lacking when you compare it to the Santa Fe/Sorento duo. Hyundai/Kia just gives more bang for the buck and no awful CVT!

[@trent7080]

KIA just recalled 2017-21 Sportage and 2017-20 Cadenza for fire issues.

[@orlandocfi]

@@trent7080 Great thanks for sharing.

[@tony202931]

Nissan baby😍

[@AL-mary]

كم سعرها

[@khunopie9159]

It's true what they say Steve: once you Go Rogue you'll never go... _back..._ 8.2 wheels of Brie/ 10 (fairly cheesy)

[@stevehammes]

Yes!!!

[@khunopie9159]

@@stevehammes woot!

[@Tully3674]

Steve's comments on the CVT sounded likely he's running for office (very political). Is the CVT as smooth as a traditional automatic? Nissan doesn't have a good reputation on the longevity/reliability of their CVTs. Is the engineering of this CVT any different then past CVTs?

[@orlandocfi]

His characterization of the driving experience is quite accurate. Nissan’s continued love affair with the CVT is painful to those who love driving, but the average driver has no idea what a CVT does, until they smell it burning up under their car. Nissan supposedly redesigned this CVT, but buy at your own risk.

[@trent7080]

@@orlandocfi If Nissan CVT was problematic warranty claims would be astronomical and the NHTSA would have to conduct an investigation.

[@orlandocfi]

@@trent7080 Great thanks for sharing.

[@tinhanh7cha]

please no more CVT

[@christudor6681]

I love the interior, but not the ugly front fascia.

[@stevehammes]

Yeah. That's a bit much.

[@Warbeaver]

larson can eat crud

[@rickt1866]

I'm out the CVT SUCKS ASS