2012 Nissan Rogue Trims and Specs

It’s not drop-dead gorgeous, nor is it particularly quick, but the 2012 Nissan Rogue S 5-passenger compact crossover does have some nifty moves, a low base price and a gas-saving 4-cylinder powerplant. And its design, though a bit dated, still has a refreshing quirkiness. Altogether, the Rogue S assumes its duties as a dependable and value-laden family auto with aplomb and determination.

Only 57.9 cubic feet of cargo space grace this otherwise thoughtfully put-together ute, though standard appearance features and creature comforts include a rear spoiler, 16-inch steel wheels, cloth upholstery and full power accessories. Cruise control and a tilt-adjustable steering wheel also come standard aboard this cute ute, while air conditioning, simulated alloy cabin accents and an MP3-capable single-CD player with 4 speakers round out the more noteworthy goodies aboard.

Optional for 2012 is the Rogue S w/Special Edition Package that adds 16-inch aluminum alloy wheels, steering-wheel-mounted audio controls, satellite radio, a rear-view camera and a USB connection to the base edition. Meanwhile, splash guards, Bluetooth hands-free communications, floor mats and a cargo area protector are all available as standalone options.

The only powertrain available to the Rogue lineup is a 170-hp, 175 lb-ft/torque inline 4-cylinder (I4) engine mated with a continuously variable automatic transmission (CVT). Expect mileage in the range of 23 mpg city/28 highway in the front-wheel-drive Rogue S, while trailer towing is maxed out at 1,000 pounds with the proper equipment.

Finally, this family-oriented crossover carries a wealth of standard safety equipment, including 4-wheel antilock brakes (ABS) as well as traction and stability control. Of course front and rear head airbags, front side-mounted airbags, active front headrests and a remote antitheft alarm all come standard, while front fog/driving lights are optional.

Take the base 2012 Nissan Rogue S trim, add Nissan’s Intuitive full-time all-wheel drive (AWD), and behold the Rogue S AWD. This 5-passenger compact crossover sports one of the more comfortable cabins in its class and some moves that far outclass those of its many rivals. Meantime, just under 58 cubic feet of total cargo area complement 16-inch steel wheels, a standard rear spoiler, cloth upholstery and full power accessories, while cruise control and a tilt-adjustable steering wheel also grace this cute ute.

Further notable accoutrements delivered with the 2012 Rogue S AWD include air conditioning, simulated alloy cabin accents and an MP3-capable single-CD player with 4 speakers.

Should the Rogue S AWD with Special Edition Package be ordered, you'll enjoy 16-inch aluminum alloy wheels, satellite radio, a rear-view camera and a USB connection. Splash guards, floor mats, a cargo area protector and Bluetooth technology, meantime, are available in standalone form.

Powering this AWD mini-ute is the traditional variable-valve-timed (VVT) 2.5-liter inline 4-cylinder (I4) engine. Mated with the standard continuously variable automatic transmission (CVT), the four-banger throws out 170 hp and 175 lb-ft of torque, with mileage estimates running at 22 mpg city/26 highway. Towing, meanwhile, is maxed out at 1,000 pounds with the proper equipment. Finally, Nissan’s Intuitive AWD system is equipped to cruise in AWD, yet, when necessary, will automatically transfer power from the wheels that slip to those that grip.

Safety-wise, the 2012 Rogue S AWD comes with standard 4-wheel antilock brakes, traction and stability control, front and rear head airbags, front side-mounted airbags and active front headrests. A remote antitheft alarm is also standard, while front fog/driving lights remain optional.

The flagship trim in the 2012 Nissan Rogue 5-passenger compact crossover lineup is the Rogue SV. Along with almost 58 total cubic feet of cargo area, this high-end trim boasts 17-inch alloy wheels, a rear spoiler and a roof rack outside, while premium cloth upholstery, a fold-flat front passenger seat and power-adjustable driver’s seat grace the inside. Additionally, this top-shelf trim boasts a standard rear-view camera, cruise control, tilt-wheel steering, simulated alloy cabin accents and steering wheel, and, of course, air conditioning.

Also look for a single-CD player and 6 speakers, along with satellite radio, Bluetooth hands-free technology and a USB port.

Options include the Premium Package, sporting a moonroof, Nissan navigation with its 5-inch dash display and automatic temperature control. Splash guards, aluminum kick plates, floor mats and a cargo-floor protector, meantime, are additional standalone add-ons.

Powering the 2012 Rogue SV is a variable-valve-timed 2.5-liter inline 4-cylinder (I4) engine that combines with the standard continuously variable automatic transmission (CVT) for 170 hp and 175 lb-ft of torque. Look for mileage in the vicinity of 23 mpg city/28 highway, along with 1,000 pounds of towing, with the proper equipment.

Lastly, standard safety features in this family-oriented crossover include 4-wheel antilock brakes, traction and stability control, front and rear head airbags, front side-mounted airbags, active front headrests and a remote antitheft alarm. Meantime, front fog/driving lights are optional.

The high-end 2012 Nissan Rogue SV AWD becomes just a bit more practical toting Nissan’s intuitive all-wheel drive system. This traction-heavy 5-passenger compact crossover thereby cruises with a 50/50 split in torque to the front and rear axles and automatically sends power to the wheels that grip in traction-challenging conditions.

But that’s not all this mini-ute has going for it. Almost 58 cubic feet of total cargo area are complemented by 17-inch alloy wheels, a rear spoiler and a roof rack, while premium cloth upholstery, simulated alloy cabin accents and steering wheel, fold-flat front passenger seat, air conditioning and a power-adjustable driver’s seat beget comfort and convenience. Then there’s standard cruise control and tilt-wheel steering, not to mention full power accessories and a rear-view camera to further boost the convenience factor.

Entertainment-wise, look for an MP3-capable single-CD player with 6 speakers, satellite radio and a USB connection, while hands-free communications are ensured with Bluetooth.

Options for the flagship Rogue SV, meanwhile, include aluminum kick plates, floor mats, splash guards and a cargo-floor protector. The available Premium Package, meantime, offers Nissan navigation with 5-inch display, a power moonroof and automatic temperature control.

The ubiquitous 2.5-liter inline 4-cylinder (I4) engine provides the go in this compact AWD ute, allowing the standard continuously variable automatic transmission (CVT) to manage 170 hp and 175 lb-ft of torque. Towing is maxed out at 1,000 pounds, while mileage is estimated at 22 mpg city/26 highway.

In keeping with its family-friendly image, the 2012 Rogue SV AWD comes with such standard safety equipment as 4-wheel antilock brakes, as well as traction and stability control. Occupant safety and security is further enhanced with front and rear head airbags, front side-mounted airbags, active front headrests and a remote antitheft alarm. Front fog/driving lights, meantime, can be added as an option.

Actually an amped-up version of the 2012 Nissan Rogue SV, the SL is, according to Nissan USA, an SV w/SL Package. Notwithstanding its somewhat awkward title, this feature-laden 5-passenger compact crossover takes up where the SV leaves off, sporting standard 18-inch alloy wheels and a power moonroof, along with a rear spoiler and roof rack outside, and leather upholstery, heated front seats, a power-adjustable driver’s seat and a fold-flat front passenger seat inside. Full power accessories are bolstered with heated outside mirrors, while auto climate control, cruise control and tilt-wheel steering are complemented by a rear-view camera with 360-degree Around-View, leather and simulated alloy cabin accents, and a leather and simulated alloy steering wheel mounting audio and cruise controls.

Eight premium Bose speakers, meanwhile, pound out sounds from the MP3-capable single-CD player, all backed by satellite radio, a USB port, a memory-card-based, voice-activated navigation suite, Bluetooth hands-free communications and real-time traffic.

Optional for the Rogue SL are splash guards, aluminum kick plates, a retractable cargo cover and floor mats with cargo-area floor protector.

Again, the variable-valve-timed (VVT) 2.5-liter inline 4-cylinder (I4) engine and continuously variable automatic transmission (CVT) provide 170 hp and 175 lb-ft of torque. Look for 23 mpg city/28 highway from this efficient, if not overly peppy four-banger, while towing is maxed out at 1,000 pounds with the proper equipment.

Standard safety features include 4-wheel antilock brakes (ABS), traction and stability control, front and rear head airbags, front side-mounted airbags and active front headrests. Front fog/driving lights also come standard with the feature-heavy Rogue SL, as do dusk-sensing high-intensity-discharge (HID) headlights and a remote antitheft alarm.

Add Nissan’s Intuitive All-Wheel Drive (AWD) to the 2012 Rogue SL to behold the Rogue SL AWD. This high-end 5-passenger compact crossover is known in some places as the Rogue SV w/SL Package and boasts the obligatory extras to prove it.

Besides the standard AWD, this cute-ute throws in a power moonroof, heated power-adjustable mirrors, a rear spoiler and roof rack on the outside, with leather upholstery, heated front seats, a power-adjustable driver’s seat and a fold-flat front passenger seat inside. Of course, the Rogue SL AWD flaunts full power accessories, cruise control and tilt-wheel steering, as well as a rear-view camera with 360-degree Around-View, and leather and simulated alloy cabin accents. A leather and simulated alloy steering wheel mounting audio and cruise controls also graces this well-endowed compact crossover.

Techno-goodies, meanwhile, include 8 premium Bose speakers, a single-CD player, satellite radio, a USB connection, memory-card navigation with a 5-inch display, Bluetooth hands-free communications and real-time traffic.

Need options? Look for such add-ons as splash guards, floor mats and rear cargo-area protector, a retractable cargo cover and aluminum kick plates.

Powered by the standard 2.5-liter inline 4-cylinder engine and continuously variable automatic transmission (CVT), the 2012 Rogue SL flaunts 170 hp and 175 lb-ft of torque. Variable valve timing (VVT) allows 22 mpg city/26 highway, and Nissan’s Intuitive AWD system means a 50/50 torque split to the front and rear axles for normal cruising, with torque automatically switched from the wheels that slip to those that grip when necessary. Alas, expect to tow a maximum of only 1,000 pounds (when properly equipped) with this frugal but hardly potent powertrain.

Finally, notable standard safety features aboard the Rogue SL include standard 4-wheel antilock brakes (ABS), traction and stability control, front and rear head airbags, front side-mounted airbags and active front headrests. Additional standard safety and security equipment includes front fog/driving lights, dusk-sensing high-intensity-discharge (HID) headlights and a remote antitheft alarm.