The 2014 Rogue is also larger, with enough interior room for an optional third row. Nor does it feel planted and stable when traveling down the highway in a straight line.Nissan gave the Rogue a complete makeover for 2014 with styling that aligns with the Altima and Pathfinder. Its spongy ride compromises overall control, causing the crossover to bob and heave around corners even relatively sedate velocities. The Rogue’s soft suspension provides a relaxed ride, which is about the only compliment we can give. Acceleration clearly lags behind that of class leaders.
You don’t need to go to our test track to know that the Rogue is slow-driving around a parking lot tells you everything you need to know. Both powertrains can be equipped with front- or all-wheel drive. The hybrid version mates a 2.0-liter four-cylinder to an electric motor for a combined 176 horsepower driving through the same CVT. The CVT’s sluggish response and syrupy power delivery cause the engine to wail under heavy throttle this powertrain seems to drag the Rogue around town rather than pull it.
The standard Rogue powertrain is a 170-hp 2.5-liter four-cylinder mated to a continuously variable automatic transmission (CVT). Additional new optional features include remote start, a heated steering wheel, memory mirrors and driver’s seat, and a Platinum Reserve interior package that brings tan leather-appointed seats with quilted inserts. The Rogue now has active-safety assists such as adaptive cruise control and automated emergency braking. Interior changes include new materials throughout, a flat-bottomed steering wheel, and an updated center console. This year, the Rogue receives updated styling and its first ever hybrid powertrain. But given its price, performance and refinement deficits, the Rogue is a mediocre meal deal that’ll satisfy the masses but not those who crave the best bang for their buck. It’s the only one in its class to have an optional third row and one of two with a hybrid model-the Toyota RAV4 is the other. The Rogue’s serious lack of driving dynamics and lackluster performance are offset in part by a comfortable cabin, above-average cargo space, and a fuel-efficient gas engine. Its powertrain behaves coarsely, acceleration is arduous, and it’s pricier than its top competitors. Like the Big Mac, the Rogue is a popular seller that’s far from the best choice you can make.
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