The Nissan Rogue: Comeback Kid

Brief History

The Nissan Rogue is actually quite new compared with many other models. While Nissan has been around for nearly 100 years and has such popular models as the Maxima, Titan, and Altima, along with sportier models for racers and “cool” people, the Rogue didn’t come onto the scene until 2008, right after the Versa appeared.

For an auction lot like Express Auto Auction, that means we expect more and more Rogue’s to show up in the next couple of years. Why? 🤔

Because cars at auction lots tend to be between 15 and 20-years-old when they show up for bidding. So now is the time to keep your eye out for a first generation Nissan Rogue (2008-2013).

You can visit the Express auction inventory and filter by make, model, recent arrivals, year, trim, interior and more!

But slow down! You need to research before you bid. 👍In this review, we’ll take a look at:

1. Best Nissan Rogue years 👌
2. Nissan Rogue Problems 😠
3. Nissan Rogue Price 💰
4. Where to find a Nissan Rogue near me at auction, particularly here at Express Auto Auction in San Diego 🛻

🏆 The Best Nissan Rogue Years: 

What is the consensus on the best Nissan Rogue?

There are only three generations to analyze.

Engine Patrol rates the 2012 Nissan Rogue highly, departing from Four Wheel Trends.

The 2012 Nissan Rogue performed rather well in the complaint department, setting a new low in between the uneasy 2011 model and the string of problem years beginning in 2013. While transmission problems remained at the forefront, the year was a bright spot.

It also gave high marks to the 2010 Rogue. Both of these years had fewer problems than the model between them, 2011, and the model immediately following, 2013.

Going back further, the 2009 Nissan Rogue is reviewed rather positively. It was known to have addressed the problems the first Nissan Rogue had without creating new ones.

Newer models, beginning in 2019, have arrived to very positive reviews as Nissan has FINALLY addressed the problems you’ll read below. 😌

⚠️ The Worst Nissan Rogue:

The first Nissan Rogue, in 2008, started the model in the wrong direction. Power train, airbag, speed control, and steering problems were common, but mostly the transmission. It did garner some positive reviews from those lucky enough to not experience anything nasty.

Four Wheel Trends advises you to stay away from the 2011 Nissan Rogue, 2013, 2014, and 2018 Rogue. But they don’t stop there. They also don’t recommend the 2009, 2010, 2012, 2015, and 2016!

Geesh, that’s a grand total of 9 years out of 16 on the naughty list!

Motor and Wheels doesn’t quite agree about the 2009 Nissan Rogue. It had power train issues and airbag problems, but despite that and opinions about design, it was a reliable compact SUV.

There is general agreement about the 2011 Nissan Rogue, due to countless transmission problems, specifically the power train and speed control.

2013 might be the worst year for the Rogue. Transmission, again, paint problems, engine problems, cooling, speed control, and on and on. It’s safe to say (pun intended) to avoid this unsafe vehicle unless your mechanic says otherwise.

Things didn’t get better for the Rogue. All models from 2014-2018 were tormented by issues. The transmission problems refused to go away. 2014 had airbag, interior, and fuel system troubles.

While Motor and Wheels calls the 2017 Rogue the “best year ever” the number of complaints about brakes, equipment, transmission (man, who was making their transmissions back then? 😡) and recalls say otherwise. 

2018, featuring a new collision avoidance system, saw brake issues pile up, along with equipment failures, and the new avoidance system malfunctioning.

How do I bid at auction?

💲Price

With the way the market has received the last of the second gen and the arrival of the third generation of Rogue’s, it’s safe to say the Nissan Rogue has made a comeback! (maybe not enough to make a cheesy movie about though)

How much can you expect to pay for a used Nissan Rogue. Let’s start with a 2009 Rogue.

At a used dealer, expect to pay around $5,000 for a that year and roughly 140,000 miles.

At Express Auto Auction, we sold a 2009 with 140,000 miles for $2,600! 😁 And that’s not an anomaly. The average price recently has been $2,200.

Is that a deal? Me thinks YES!

Once you’ve researched the most reliable models and have set a budget, all you have to do is register and check in regularly so you don’t miss your opportunity.

👍 Nissan Rogue for Sale at an Auction Near Me

If you’re in the San Diego area, come visit us! All are welcome, with online auctions every Saturday and Wednesday at 9am. Be sure to inspect first and don’t rush! 👌