Is the NEW 2021 Nissan Rogue S the BEST compact SUV under $30k?

The ALL NEW Rogue is here and Nissan is ready to even make the base a compact SUV standout. Under the hood is a naturally aspirated 2.5L inline-4 producing 181HP that is mated to a CVT and is getting power to the ground through optional AWD. The exterior of the Rogue has been totally redesigned from top to bottom and has all new wheel selections. On the inside you will find some of the biggest surprises ever in a Rogue. An all new 8in infotainment system, bridge center console, and comfortable seats. Is the NEW 2021 Nissan Rogue S the BEST compact SUV under $30k?
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[@rafaeltorovip]

Thanks for reviewing a base model of a vehicle. We regular working people can’t afford or do not want to put a lot of money on a higher trim of a car, so having an idea of what we get on a base trim model of a car is very nice. Thanks.

[@davewilson7602]

For real I can think of so many better ways to spend money than a $600 car payment, and I could technically do that if I wanted. It’s just a dumb waste of money to me.

[@jenniferp7497]

Some of us HATE leather and don't want that "upgrade" that takes the back of our legs off in 110 degree California weather!

[@andrewstanley903]

I’m glad you showed the base model.

[@josephpalacio2343]

@WheelsAlwaysTurning I’ve had no issues with my cushion seats. Smell great after 6 months. Leather gets dirty, rip, and wear out after a while.

[@adventurek2066]

@WheelsAlwaysTurning It’s on you on how you take care of your car.

[@stuckinchaselandia6427]

@WheelsAlwaysTurning you need to shower bro

[@mishalalbather8225]

You should stop farting in your car

[@juliemark5764]

I just bought this exact same car yesterday. I was so happy to find this video! I had watched a lot of them before purchasing but they all showed the higher level ones. I am a Rogue fan. This is my third one.

[@RaitisRides]

Congrats Julie! Thanks for letting me share it with you!

[@laserion7]

What was u otd

[@travisk5820]

How are you liking the rogue now??

[@malgus1535]

I always love how you explain the storage spaces and that you always use twinkies or drinks it’s like you already know what we are going to put in them😂😂😂😂😭Anyway love your vids and the way you always make me laugh when reviewing a car

[@Jupiter2796]

Glad I found your channel. The reviews are in depth, comprehensive, fair, and enjoyable to watch. My current car's lease expires in a year so I'm looking at everything that is of interest to me. Raiti's Rides is very helpful. On throttle.....

[@Wild1995]

THANK YOU for reviewing a base model. I hate reviews that only review platinum models. Not all of us are rich and need to stick with the base

[@aydengreen4414]

This is prob the only car reviewer who does base trims ( thanks ) great review!

[@nikkic806]

I appreciate this review... You are the reason I went and bought the standard model... And tbh it's better for me-

[@davewilson7602]

Compared to base models like ten years ago this is really well equipped there’s nothing you would need that it doesn’t have tbh, it can connect with your phone and all.

[@frankthefrog2003]

Just bought my s trim rogue! Your review really helped me make my decision. Thank you for reviewing base trims!

[@rockford2523]

I think it looks good. Most people will like the base model and it should serve them well. For the price, it’s a nice suv. I’m old enough to remember when cars had vinyl seats, manual stick shifts, manual doors locks, hand crank roll up windows, no standard air conditioning , seat belts for extra money and only an AM radio. This base model Rogue Is a luxury car for most people. It’s job is to go from point A to Point B carrying stuff and people in some level of comfort for a fairly low price. Great review on this base model that most folks would love to own.

[@chevyfan8428]

Love the base model videos the best!

[@_IIN01]

I like how even for a base, it still has led headlights, actual rims no more hubcaps, big screen infotainment, not a small Bluetooth only setup with a tiny screen for a backup camera like in previous Nissan models for the base trim. I can’t wait to see how other trims differ in value vs tech.

[@awesomeashton]

And the base actually has the sportiest wheels with that nice dark gray rims.

[@vikalsingh9382]

Thanks for this video, I plan to get one next month and your review helps. Great channel!

[@RaitisRides]

You are so very welcome! I hope it goes well man!

[@gcscr]

I would love to see Nissan bringing back the XTerra with this language design and the off-road capabilities

[@adventurek2066]

It’s back, but in some contries only.

[@victorrosario1644]

Im a owner of a 2020 392 scat pack in Orlando. Thanks to you , I've become a car guy and appreciate the art of cars.

[@davehayter312]

I never really cared for the Rogue but this 2021 one, I have to admit, is a pretty sharp little SUV. Good review!

[@James-il3tq]

Hands down NO ONE works harder then Joe putting out videos left right and center! Gotta respect the work ethic 💪

[@rafaelg9016]

This is by far the best in the segment! You are an excellent reviewer!

[@brunothepug8807]

Base wheels look better than platinum ones. And they are better for off-road! S trim is where the most value is. Great job giving us a look at the base trim. Nobody else does it. You Rock!

[@teamwarrior_fighter3747]

You did a great review of this SUV. One thing I could admit is the Nissan nailed it on this vehicle design

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for that!

[@Tinrs80]

Thats y i like your videos cause you show us what honestly what the common man usually buys. Thank you for that.

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks Terry! I really like to bring them all to you!

[@aczelb3766]

hey man my name is Aczel I work at a nissan and we got a couple of nissans 2021 rogues if you interested in one please let me know! I just began and I want to make this my career and sorry for joe for commenting this in your video

[@davidtavares4006]

cant wait for it to come out in nj i always lease my cars my currently lease car is the 2019 altima sv and i just been waiting for the new rogue to become available. thanks Joe for the videos. great job!!

[@lucidlynxs]

You are the best on car reviews! Keep up the great work! Thank you!

[@shrevesaint]

Thanks. Good review. Purchased the Rogue SV and I have been very pleased with new Rogue. The side pocket is more functional than it first appears. The split center condole is so convenient. If Nissan could give us 200 hp, the Rogue would be Rav4 killer.

[@aadavanelangovan1630]

Say no more, Rogue VC turbo 1.5l 3 cylinder has arrived for 2022~! 201 HP, and 225lbft of torques.

[@davidlugo3638]

Hi there, do you still have the rogue? I’m thinking to buy one 2021 sv Awd.

[@navajorambo]

Best description words i heard about any vehicle. Great job 🤘

[@thinkabout602]

SUPER view of the road. Now we really are in the driver's seat. Thanks Joe 👍

[@RaitisRides]

You are so very welcome! I am trying a few new things.

[@welbsantos]

Excellent video and evaluation !!! Thank you for show the Basel model !!

[@zhutommy5630]

So much content, you deserve more

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for saying that my friend!

[@mikedreamchaser2160]

This guy is hilarious, great review on the base model. Looking forward to upcoming new videos.

[@mrmaramind]

Absolutely the nicest base model interior I have seen. And those wheels for a base model, I think there nicer design than the platinum wheels.

[@fernandovargas7562]

Nice video and I appreciated your test drive..... cool dude.

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks Fernando! That really means a lot!

[@dwsushiloverminecraft7676]

Thankyou always ! Keep doing the base models please!!

[@ernestagyemang3575]

It's ma bday today and am enjoying ma day frm the best car reviewer, R² for the luv of my car brand, the Rogue. Keep up Big joe n ya wife. Much love from Ghana 🇬🇭 Waiting for my bday surprise 😋

[@Mo.Jo.]

To people complaining about the CVT - considering the CRV has a CVT and so does most of subaru's line up, theres very little chance of nissan dropping the CVT at this point. Mainstream small SUV's will keep moving to that direction.

[@RaitisRides]

Very true.

[@dennistyler8746]

They better up the Warranty then...

[@alvinsimba734]

@@dennistyler8746 most car brands use cvts now. There is no going back sadly

[@CriticalCorrie]

I have 2010 CVT so far no problems _if_ you service it on *time* and just bought 2021 Nissan Rogue hoping no issue with the Xtronic CVT.

[@micahr2155]

I haven't had any problems with my transmission. I just traded in my 2013 altima for this same car in the video two days ago. I just get my transmission flushed and filter changed. No problems at all. Some people just don't want to do that because it's pretty expensive. I paid $500 for my altima and it worked just fine with no previous issues

[@spedzu]

You should do more reviews in NPR. I’ll lived in Holiday years ago and it’s neat to see footage of the area! Well done!

[@ItsChrisWorld]

The exterior and interior is BEAUTIFULLY DESIGNED!! 😍😍 come on Nissan, keep it up!!!!! Let’s do the Maxima (please leave CVT out of the 4DSC) and pathfinder next! 🤞🏾🤞🏾

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for letting me share this one with you!

[@AYouTubeChannelwithNoName]

They also need to redo the Armada and Infiniti...

[@paternoster7893]

One of the best car reviewer 👍👍 You pick the right words to explained 👍👍 You can be the best car salesman. Super awesome 👍👍 Always watch your channel. God bless 🙏🙏

[@RaitisRides]

Thank you for saying that and your awesome support!

[@mariowhyte2816]

Well done Nissan!!! They really needed a redesign for the Rogue and indeed for their entire lineup. Now, deal with that CVT please Nissan. Thanks for the review here Joe!!! All the best to you and Lori!!! #RaitisRides #OnThrottle #ToTheDoorPanel #TwinkiesForDays #OnThrottleAgain #LoriGotAngles #CameraQueen #Zonkmeister #CrownVic #OnThrottleAllOverThePlace #IfYoureReadyImReady #Nissan #Rogue

[@RaitisRides]

I totally agree with you!

[@nphadleyphotography]

i have never been a fan of the rouge, but in early 2022 i wanted a small crossover/suv. after a few test drives this was ultimatley my choice and the best choice. even though i am not a fan of the cvt i have no complaints with my rouge awd s. the price, looks good roomy and comfortable. nissan did a good job in redesigning the next generation rouge.

[@alvieroval1053]

Very good detailed review....Thanks 👍👍👍

[@luiscastillo8416]

Thats a nice SUV I like how it look underneath they tucked the muffler up to give in a clean look underneath good for snow and passing through water.

[@vincentpatierno9433]

Just rented one of these the other day and fell in LOVE. Great review, as always!

[@papakimtvofficial5623]

Thanks for all the details of this car ive always watching your video 👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@RaitisRides]

That really means so much!

[@alex123sb]

I bought mine last night, exact same trim level and color. The one thing I did notice that was different though, is that mine has a nice glossy knob for the drive selector.

[@cristianosabian6720]

fun fact i realised a while ago that the rims on this trim look the same as on the 2018 gt-r but they re just smaller

[@solb8978]

Thank you , this is exactly what I wanted to see🥰

[@RaitisRides]

You are so very welcome!

[@victorscool1]

I like the energy to show in the video 👌

[@RaitisRides]

Thank you Victor!

[@b1denison]

Really enjoying your comedic descriptions of cars you’ve shown, Twinkie’s and Big Macs! 😂

[@israelchildress4523]

Great review! Great camera work too!

[@TactileCoder]

Thanks for reviewing base models. 9/10 this is what people will buy.

[@davidmochenko8558]

Hi Joe, I wanna start off saying huge fan! Love how you can fit 6 snickers bars in the middle console! I am looking at getting a new mid priced SUV around $30-45k and would like to know, is the nissan rogue the best value for the money in that price range? which trim would you suggest in buying? And is the platinum trim the way to go? Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated, thanks! And keep up the great content!

[@squeakybubbles54]

Love my 2021 rogue! Definitely does not disappoint

[@wajidr8656]

Great presentation , good job

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for taking the time to say that and letting me share it with you!

[@carim.5813]

Raite you are awesome! can you please do some reviews on the best SUV'S AND CARS , under $20k?

[@carsonwolf4942]

Great review!

[@jayteesgear]

Test rode one last nite! LOVED it!

[@prajeethrajaram]

Hi, Joe! Thank you so much for the video. I loved it. It would be nice if you review the Nissan Rogue SV, for those dads of 16-year-olds that are looking for a midrange car. Thanks!

[@RaitisRides]

I will get it together for you my friend!

[@prajeethrajaram]

@@RaitisRides Thank you so much!

[@Aschoolbusandsimulatorfan2219]

This vehicle is fun to drive!! Good job Joe.

[@RaitisRides]

I am so glad that I could share it with you!

[@fernandovargas7562]

A Great SUV Rogue 2021 for Boston, whole US, Colombia and the Whole South America.. cool

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for letting me share it with you!

[@dalegribble3684]

They need to ditch that CVT! Other than that this is a major step up! Thanks for bringing us a base model!

[@RaitisRides]

You are so very welcome!

[@James-il3tq]

Engine a little under powered as well. A 200hp+ option would be nice

[@hastensavoir7782]

Bring in Dual clutch?

[@RaitisRides]

@@James-il3tq that is a good point.

[@RaitisRides]

@@hastensavoir7782 just a regular automatic would do.

[@marcelor.4052]

Not bad for being the base model. Although I’m still annoyed that they didn’t include ventilated seats in the Platinum trim. Awesome video again, Joe!

[@RaitisRides]

I totally agree with you Marc!

[@kevinminne1460]

Cooled seats are pricy. There’s an induction motor under each and they’re not cheap. They’re trying to keep this vehicle under a certain price point. You want cooked seats? I have a nice Murano here, how’s your credit?! Blahahaha

[@kevinminne1460]

@@RaitisRides That’s something that “might” change next year in the Platinum. Maybe a hot weather package.

[@rigsfix1067]

I kind of wish they would make the roof rails standard just like they do on the nissan kicks..

[@marcelor.4052]

@@kevinminne1460 hahahaz Murano are awesome looking cars. I’m waiting for that interior redesign.

[@LS1007]

Looks like Nissan made some improvements. Too bad they kept the CVT. I wonder if they made a regular transmission an option, especially with AWD, how many people would stay with the CVT? Thanks for sharing it Joe. Nice review! 👍🏻👍🏻🇺🇸

[@RaitisRides]

I feel your pain Larry! You are so very welcome!

[@SunChips24]

Thanks for reviewing the base trim!!!

[@RaitisRides]

Of course! I love bringing all of them to you!

[@LeadfootLou]

👍 great review!!!

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks Louis!

[@2W3X4YZ5]

I don’t like any CVTs, but I’m now forced to begin accepting them. I like the way this one puts power down way better than that CVT Accord. It’s a very nice car overall. The Nissan Qashqi has been a best seller in Europe for years. There’s a lot of similarity. Thanks for the video.

[@RaitisRides]

I appreciate your input and the compliment!

[@RKO859]

You will make a great delivery specialist sir, everyone will want to buy a car from you!

[@adventurek2066]

Sometimes color depends on the design of the car. The rouge looks really elegant in black and blue.

[@danedwards3015]

Best Salesman Ever! Love the CAR, You Excite Us about it! The Milk Chocolate Brown vs Black, Sold us. We Loved driving this Car..

[@darleneelvidge6380]

Hi, Joe I love all your great reviews on all the different vehicles. You sure like to make a lot people very hungry for junk food, but that’s 👌🏻 with myself!! Who doesn’t want it in there lives!! I can’t live without it in my life each day. Please could you turn on the radio on all your reviews. I would 💟 to hear the sounds coming from it. I must have my Music on all the time while driving. My 2009 Jeep Compass Ltd, 4X4 has CD player, where you can download about 3500 songs into it. What does the all new Nissan Rogue have? I owned in 1997 Nissan Pathfinder and I loved it!! I never had any problems with it!! Great vehicle I bought it with 37,500 km on it, and drove it for 13 years in all kinds of weather in Canada. I sold it with only 55,000 km on it to my nephew. I now really miss it 😢 Joe, will Nissan be re-designing the Pathfinder by any chance!! Because it really hasn’t changed that much. And I feel all of Nissan’s vehicle’s are all showing there ages!! I think all of there models need a overhaul down the hole line. Because there’s a lot out on the market theses days to choose from, with a lot of different sizes, styles, looks, and price points for people to choose from!! How does one choose the right mid-size Suv for their family these days since you can’t really go into each dealership and take them out one by one for test drives since Coved-19 has turned our hole world upside down? And all these car companies know this!! I like them all but what ones this the Best Vehicle at the best “Price Point” in your view “Joe” ?? Also tell your wife she’s doing a “Great Joe” behind the scenes with her 📲📷📹📱 Helping you do all your Amazing and Awesome vehicle reviews on KZbin. I’m a big Fan from 😎💟 🇨🇦 Please show her face once and awhile 👌🏻 “Joe” you cannot take the “Cake” or “Junk Food” all the time “Joe”

[@RaitisRides]

Hey Darlene! Thanks for your awesome support and great comments. Stay tuned for all of your questions to be answered. Thanks for your great support!

[@frankgentile6554]

great review , just purchased one, should i worry about the cvt transmission? or are they inproved

[@bextar6365]

Anxious to see and test drive one..

[@RaitisRides]

I highly recommend doing that.

[@IKhanNot]

Great review. I almost want to yell at Nissan demanding they throw in the VC Turbo motor along with an 8 speed regular TC automatic. Will be the perfect SUV for the price.

[@kevinminne1460]

Joe, after reviewing the comments below in regard to the Pro Pilot assist and looking closely at your video. You can see that on the right hand side of the steering wheel there is the small "blue" button and below that the button for the following distance. I also see to the far left by ones knee and in the advanced drive assist display while you were toggling through it, it said "steering assist" which is part of PPA. This could not have been an S model as Pro Pilot Assist is only available on the SV model. I'm quite confused as I'm a corporate trainer for Nissan, I've been training on this vehicle for 3 months and I have all the info in print and in the PIG. Thanks

[@cristianosabian6720]

i loved the pov camera on the honda accord video you should continue it but the only problem is when you spped too much it's gonna be shown on camera and you will have to censor it

[@kellytucker9646]

Very good review

[@ragazzi25]

Nice looking for sure!

[@queenjerz3190]

I have a 2015 I'm definitely upgrading this year

[@atmospheriz_melody]

ahaha,second time catching your video..so obsessed with twinkies)))i laugh..but cool review and yes!great you showed this trim..really wanted to see/hear about it from independent person/reviewer

[@cordelia7830]

Seems like a pretty well appointed base model. Better than expected from Nissan

[@gaillardbenito3955]

this works my little dog sleep deeply THANKS SHE LOVES IT!

[@micahr2155]

I just brought this two days ago lol. I love this car

[@ItsChrisWorld]

I just showed my mom. And she said she loves the back! (She had a 11 Rogue traded for Murano).

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for letting me bring it to you!

[@JonathanPaulin]

I appreciate the ball variety.

[@weriasmail7553]

Hi Joe, I believe that you did not mention the speed 0-60? Please if you have any idea will be great. Nice video and thanks in advance.

[@RaitisRides]

0-60 8.7 seconds

[@InvestBetter.]

Like the redesigned Sentra, a potentially great vehicle in search of a great powertrain

[@AFQuay]

Great video! I see that even in the base model in your video, it is equipped with Nissan’s Propilot assist. However when I look at other base models, I don’t see it equipped. Is pro pilot assist an add on to the Nissan rogue S but not standard?

[@jsmaiseyify]

Getting an S as a fleet car. Thank you for doing the review on this model. Nice work.

[@RaitisRides]

I am so glad that I can bring it to you!

[@mfmf100]

Nice and decent value - but I don’t get SUVs w/ out awd - even for only bad roads and weather. Nice review.

[@ther8764]

Joe next time you are on the twisty bits near Key Vista stop by and we will have a beer some Twinkies, and talk racing!!!

[@RaitisRides]

Sounds like a plan Ron! I'll buy!

[@jean-francoiscloutier7361]

Great show you put one. Please tell me if I should have any concern about Nissan/Infiniti loosing the market and is it thru they are having difficulty financially and should I get the Armada or QX80 ?

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks my friend for saying that. I would look at other brands.

[@pkho5361]

Great review! YOU just sold the base trim. I'm in Australia by the way.

[@emar1999]

Bought one..and love it

[@corpuzone]

If I can get this S model for 22k we may have a new owner soon. This is really a sharp looking rouge. Got a more masculine look and sporty. Black is the best just hard to clean lol 🧼

[@Mike-ig6ex]

Best front headlights are the waterfall Cadillac’s head lights

[@RaitisRides]

AGREED!

[@cintinomiller9668]

Rati remember Nissan actually had those two split lights first with the Nissan Juke ..

[@angeljulian1725]

YOU SHOT THIS VID IN MY CITY!! WYA BRO IM TRYNA GET A AUTOGRAPH

[@samibasheer4674]

This was awesome. You are so funny man haha.

[@Effingslackin]

So happy you did this!! what trim or option do you need for the wireless Apple Carplay? i'm hoping the sv or sl can get it. also they should've gone the cloth pattern like the last gen Altima S had. that felt super nice

[@squeakybubbles54]

I recently got the 2021 SV with premium package and it’s not wireless :( I think it’s in the sl trim or even platinum

[@judybee6698]

You only get wireless in platinum trim.

[@Psd6One5]

Bro I love your videos

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks man for letting me share them with you!

[@stanbrewer6079]

Good review, gotta ask after all the on throttles over time have you been pulled over for speeding, and did you get out of it. Rogue looks good.

[@RaitisRides]

Hey Stand! Thanks for letting me share it with you! Knock on wood don't jinx me.

[@aczelb3766]

hey man my name is Aczel I work at a nissan and we got a couple of nissans 2021 rogues if you interested in one please let me know! I just began and I want to make this my career and sorry for joe for commenting this in your video

[@bamakris100]

Bought one yesterday!