Used 2018 Nissan Rogue for Sale nearManassas, VA

How much does the 2018 Nissan Rogue cost?

Prices have softened 8.38% compared to this time last year, making it a favorable time to shop this model year.

There are 3,506 listings available, which suggests solid inventory for comparison shopping.

If you find a listing below $12,623.98, that's toward the low end of the year-round range and worth acting on quickly.

Is the 2018 Nissan Rogue a good car?

Yes — the 2018 Nissan Rogue earns a 4.55/5 user rating and a 7/10 expert rating. The model scores 9/10 across Form and function and Technology.

Owners consistently praise its comfort, spaciousness, and smooth ride, and they also call out the modern tech and good safety features. The Rogue’s roomy, affordable crossover setup makes it especially appealing if you want everyday practicality without giving up a strong feature set.

With 25.4% of listings marked as good or great deals, there’s still room to shop selectively.

Is the 2018 Nissan Rogue reliable?

Owners rate it 4.55/5, a strong signal of long-term satisfaction.

The owner feedback points to a dependable, trouble-free ownership experience centered on comfort, spaciousness, and good safety features. The expert review also describes it as a roomy, comfortable crossover with a lot going for it, which reinforces the sense that it’s built to serve as a long-term daily driver.

Its easygoing character and broad appeal make it a sensible used buy, but you should still verify maintenance history and overall condition carefully before committing.

What should I look for when buying a used 2018 Nissan Rogue?

At 55.5% accident-free, a meaningful share of listings has prior incidents — history verification is especially important.

You should start with a vehicle history report and then prioritize a thorough pre-purchase inspection, especially if the listing price looks unusually attractive. Focus on body condition, signs of prior repair, and whether the vehicle’s equipment and safety systems work as expected. A careful test drive should also confirm that the Rogue feels smooth and composed, since that’s a major part of its appeal.

Key things to evaluate:

• Trim level: Lower-grade trims use darker colors, smaller wheels, and plain all-black cloth interiors, while the SL adds padded leather trim on the center console, armrests, and dash, plus ribbed stitching on the seat inserts. The base S is the most stripped-down choice, so you should compare interior materials and comfort features carefully if you want a more upscale feel.
• Powertrain: Every trim uses a 2.5-liter inline 4-cylinder with 170 horsepower and 175 pound-feet of torque, paired with a continuously variable transmission and either front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive. The setup is smooth enough for everyday cruising, but it is also described as weak, loud, and rough, so you should be sure the performance tradeoff works for you.
• Safety package: ProPilot Assist is Nissan’s semi-autonomous driving system, and it works with adaptive cruise control to help steer on marked highways and some divided roads. Blind-spot monitoring and Intelligent Trace Control are standard, while the 360-degree AroundView cameras are available on lower trims. ProPilot Assist is limited to the SL with both the Premium and Platinum packages.
• Infotainment: Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard, and Nissan redesigned the infotainment system for 2018 with a more usable interface and a customizable home screen. ProPilot Assist also relies on the instrument panel display to show steering-assist status and following distance.
• Fuel efficiency: The EPA estimates 26 mpg city and 33 highway for front-wheel-drive models, and 25/32 for all-wheel-drive models. The expert review also notes that the low-powered engine helps fuel economy, though real-world testing averaged 24 mpg.

Which 2018 Nissan Rogue trim should I buy?

The 2018 Nissan Rogue is offered in 4 trim levels: S, SV, Midnight Edition, SL.

Here's the short version:

• S: This is the entry point, and it makes sense if you want the lowest starting price and the Rogue’s core strengths: space, comfort, and standard tech. It is the trim to consider if you care most about value and can live without the more upscale materials and convenience upgrades found higher up.
• SV: This is the best-value trim for most shoppers because it sits in the market’s sweet spot and is described as the place where most well-equipped AWD models land under $30,000. It gives you a more balanced mix of price, comfort, and equipment than the base trim.
• Midnight Edition: This is an SV with a blacked-out look, so it mainly makes sense if you want the styling upgrade rather than a major equipment jump.
• SL: This is the most upscale choice, with padded leather trim, richer interior details, and access to ProPilot Assist when equipped with both the Premium and Platinum packages. Buy this one if you want the Rogue’s most advanced tech and the most premium feel.

The safety package is strongest on the SL with the Premium and Platinum packages, since that is where ProPilot Assist is available.

Is now a good time to buy a used 2018 Nissan Rogue?

This looks like a moderate, selective buyer’s market, so you can shop carefully and still find worthwhile listings.

• Deal availability: 25.4% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Inventory: There are 3,506 listings available.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 8.38% compared with last year.
• Clean inventory: 55.5% of listings are accident-free.

If you find a listing below $12,623.98, that's toward the low end of the year-round range and worth acting on quickly.

What is the 2018 Nissan Rogue's resale value?

The current average of $12,712 sits slightly below last year's $13,874.

That price decline suggests the Rogue has become more buyer-friendly in the used market, which can help you if you’re shopping now. For a future seller, it also means you should expect resale value to depend heavily on condition, mileage, and equipment rather than on broad market momentum alone. Well-kept examples with desirable features should still draw attention, but the softer pricing trend gives buyers more leverage.

Vehicles with strong owner satisfaction ratings, like this model year's 4.55/5, tend to retain buyer demand, which supports resale value over time.

Is the 2018 Nissan Rogue safe?

The 2018 Rogue earns a Top Safety Pick rating from IIHS and a four-star overall rating from NHTSA. It also earns three-star ratings for the front passenger in frontal crash tests and four-star ratings for the driver in frontal crash tests, while scoring five-star ratings for all seat positions in side crash tests.

It earns a 7/10 safety score from our experts.

The Rogue’s standard safety suite includes blind-spot monitoring, Intelligent Trace Control, and Nissan’s ProPilot Assist system when you move up to the SL with the Premium and Platinum packages. That system works with adaptive cruise control and steering assist to help on marked highways and some divided roads.

The main caveat is that ProPilot Assist is not broadly available across the lineup, so you need the right trim and package combination to get it. The frontal crash-test split between front passenger and driver also gives you a reason to pay close attention to vehicle condition and safety equipment if you’re shopping used.

Should I buy a 2018 Nissan Rogue or consider a different year?

If you're weighing the 2018 against nearby model years, here's how to think about it:

Choose the 2018 if:

• 25.4% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• At 55.5% accident-free, a meaningful share of listings has prior incidents — history verification is especially important.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 8.38% compared with last year.
• Owners rate it 4.55/5 — a strong satisfaction signal.
• The 2018 model adds automated driver assists that rival the best from luxury automakers.

The bottom line: If you want a used Rogue with strong comfort, space, and tech at a softer price, the 2018 is a solid target. If you’re especially price-sensitive, you can use the market’s softer pricing and broad inventory to shop patiently for a clean, well-equipped example rather than settling for the first one you see.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from August 28, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.