Is the 2021 Nissan Rogue a better SUV to buy than a Honda CR-V or RAV4? 

It’s always a good day when raiti’s rides upload

I picked up this car in December. Living in Colorado, I can tell you for a fact it is really great in the snow and plenty of power in the mountains up I-70. No issues.

We had the old generation Rogue about 9 years ago, it's come a long way, great improvements for a small family hauler.

Nissan nailed it interior and exterior with this rogue!! It looks better than the competition honestly!

For the price I'm impressed 😎thanks Lori and Joe for all the hard work bringing us the business 👍

Joe man you have so much content its crazy! I'm barely able to keep up but dang you are a dedicated person. Keep up the good work 👏

“12.3 inches of digital pleasure” lmao Raiti got no chill.

Borrowed styling: Split Front Headlights, Tan/Black Door Panels AND the 2 piece Console Bomber Lid. ZONK: The Standard Back Window Washer with the guaranteed Empty Fluid Reservoir. But the LASERDISC reference? WOW...Thanks, I laughed out loud. I had that system in the mid '90s. You're the best.

Went vehicle shopping with my mom and the Nissan Rogue Platinum blew us away. We looked at the Buick Encore (also nice), CX5, CRV, Rav4, Sportage, and others - some sub-compact, but too small for what we were trying to achieve. First impression when we opened the door of the Platinum in the showroom was "This is going to be out of the budget" and that was the best surprise of the day. Quality of the interior, passenger space, and trunk space exceeded expectations. The quality of the digital cockpit was also impressive. I agree with Raiti that the one miss is ventilated seats! I also agree the engine could be more powerful and a 9 speed. This is still the front runner for my mother and I highly recommend checking this vehicle out if you are looking for a compact SUV. Very impressive. Great Review Raiti!

Just bought one and really love it. I think the interior and features are semi luxurious. Power and ride is sufficient for daily driving but not for someone looking for a lot of power

Thank you Joe for showing us the Tan Leather Seats. I love these seats. I've been waiting for this one review

wow I haven't even seen one of these yet in 'the wild' very glad to see it here first

The Renaissance of Nissan has arrived! Great work Joe!

Bought the platinum edition already took two long trips great ride and no driving fatigue love the heads up display at first thought it was more a gimmick but it really adds to the safety aspect keeping all the need to know info out front. also the pro pilot assist was a great long distance highway feature

This looks gorgeous inside and out.

Great Review Joe.. Shout out to Lori. I love your humor... You throw a few lines in but I catch them all. Be well

Thanks Joe and Lori ! It’s their best seller.....they did great job. 👍

Thanks for another great review! I really like this car! Your reviews always make me smile. Thanks.

Great review Joe!. The interior color reminds me of old school Ferrari Testarosa. Looks really upscale 👍

As always a great video with an awesome review...my sister in law just bought a white pearl and black one with black interior and it looks good and props to your wife for the great videography 👊😎

Another great review. Glad to see you zonking non led interiors!! 😅😅 always a zonk for me and first thing I change over in my vehicles

I'm not a fan of Nissans newer cars but my aunt just got one and took me for a ride in it and I have to say that it is an extremely comfortable car. The suspension feels smooth and soakes up bumps really well.

I got my new 2021 Rogue SL in February 18th and i love it. It came almost fully loaded except for the Hud, wireless charging and digital dash. Everything else is there. The lights the rogue door lighting. Cup holder lights. Full navigation.

I love it my boy Joe keep up the work and I love the video lot real true and funny 😄😆🤣good 💯👍

Great review Joe. I picked up the platinum on Monday and when I opened the hood the engine cover was missing. I noticed it’s there in ur video. I called my dealership and had them check 3 other Rogues and no covers for them either.

Just purchased the 2021 Nissan Rogue Platinum in Pearl White. This vehicle is absolutely incredible. Tried the Genesis GV80, the Infiniti QX50, the Audi Q5, and a few others. This Rogue is just as good as any of those, if not better. The fit and finish inside is awesome. Totally happy with the purchase. (BTW- owned two other Rogue's before this, and the CVT is so much better than those earlier models.)

My very first Nissan SUV!! Nice video Joe.

I love your videos Raiti! And I want this SUV and in this pretty blue color.

My next SUV.... thanks to your review 👍🏼

I'm still beyond happy with the RAV4 Hybrid I bought 2 weeks ago but this is a nice looking vehicle!

Damn, I like a lot this redesign of the 2021 Nissan Rogue. It look so cool and sportive.

Hey Joe Thank You For The Rogue Review.

As per always, great work guys! I realized you are in Florida by looking at the GPS navigation map and I was wondering if you'd consider doing videos for longer drives along side the Ocean or on great routes with different cars, either sport or SUV's. All the bests! \m/

They won me over with this and a few other things in the line ups.

I drove a 2018 Nissan Rogue and when I switched to this car, wow, I can say it feels much much better. The chassis feels firmer especially when taking turns and overall power delivery is very swift. Yeah it's not a race car but it does not feel slow. Noise isolation is also much improved compared to last generation Rogue. Mine is a SV model and doesn't have all the fancy features in this video but it already feels nice and upscale. Even with cloth interior, this car doesn't feel cheap. My only complaint is sometimes the infotainment system will not respond to media control on the steering wheel, but that's rare. Overall a very nice, quiet, nimble and comfortable daily driver.

Have had 2 rogues in the last 6 years , after seeing the 2022 Hyundai Tucson it was game over , more room , power and badass looks. Free oil changes and tire rotations for 3 years , killer warranty enough said.👍

Good presentation , thanks.

Now in a serious approach, this Rogue is one of the sexiest SUV’s i ever see! That back end omg

😂😂😂😂 I love your reviews Joe, is impossible not laugh. Make your self sick!😂😂

Great job to Nissan!! Loving the look of this suv!😎😁

Just purchased my 2021 nissan rogue sl this past fri yes sir 🙌 boulder gray( love it)

Nissan is on the upswing with this new Rogue here!!! We really honestly wish them well!!! I saw a trailer filled with them yesterday actually!!! I'm sure they're gonna sell like hotcakes!!! Thanks for the review here Joe and Lori!!! Y'all knocked it out the park!!! #RaitisRides #539kSubsAndCounting #OnThrottle #ToTheDoorPanel #TwinkiesForDays #OnThrottleAgain #LoriGotAngles #CameraQueen #Zonkmeister #OnThrottleAllOverThePlace #IfYoureReadyImReady #Nissan #Rogue

You should have reviewed SV trim which most people are gonna buy , I think you have reviewed platinum twice now. But as always you did great on this too !

We ordered a 21 SL Rogue, I thank you for the info

Wonderful SUV. Loving what Nissan is doing these days! Hope they replace that CVT with a regular automatic transmission just like what they did with the new Nissan Pathfinder!!! Great review :) 👍

just bought the platinum rogue already:)

My dad works for Nissan and he leases a new car every year and this year he got this one in that beautiful champagne color. Really a huge improvement from the previous generation model. The only thing i would complain about is why at the very least the platinum trim doesn't have ventilated seats. They have the dead buttons for it, but it doesn't have it for some reason. Oh, and obviously the biggest zonk is that cvt.

We bought one a few days ago, Pearl White. We love it!

We recently lease a Rogue Sv and we are very happy. Enough power for this car, great balance, light, and we are getting 27 in the city. The only feature we are missing is the power tailgate.

SUV look good really look good thx u Lori for the videos

Great review! My girlfriend had the older Rogue and she test drove the new one and the CX-5/CRV. They made some great upgrades but the engine is definitely weak (especially against the CX-5 Turbo). We went with the CX-5 because the fit and finish on it seemed just a notch higher than the Rogue along with a punchier engine. Take care and we love your videos!

My Wife Just Got The Platinum Trim Murano , Metallic Deep Blue , Black Interior . She Loves It . V-6 . 5 Year Lease . We Bought Meguiars Ultimate Fast Finish , Polymer .

I bought one and like it. I like the fact that when you buy the Platinum that you cannot get any more options. It has all except power tilt and telescopic steering wheel, and with the price of fuel it was a good choice. A Turbo engine needs to burn 91 octane...at 1.70+ a liter have fun with that cost

Just picked up a platinum trim. We got the white/black top and tan interior. It is an amazing car.

I own a new 2021 Rogue Platinum (pearl/black)! I also just so happen to work for a Nissan dealership; absolutely amazing vehicle!

Can't wait to see what the 2022 looks like.

I like the vehicle and the color is spot on

Thanks for the review! Been looking into buying a new SUV. Can you do a review of the 2021 GMC Terrain? I love the look of it, would love to know if its quality matches up.

I still hate the split headlight look, throw it out with gloss black! Great video as always Joe and Lori

Hey 👋 another good one keep up the great videos. I am still waiting for the New INFINITE QX60 video to drop I hope it will be soon. Thank you for bringing this one to us.

Beautiful design nice interior 😎

Love that interior

Another great Video review! Thank you Joe and and again, great camera work by Lori! Up here in Canada, it's already won the Automotive Journalists Association of Canada (AJAC) Best Mid-Sized Utility Vehicle of the year over the CR-V, Rav4, CX-5 and heck everything else in this segment. I've worked at a Nissan dealership for over 10 years. This new model is by far the best with Nissan addressing most of the previous generation's customers concerns. Including more horsepower, quieter cabin due to re-tuning of the CV-T, more standard safety features (for your family) than anything else in it's class. Excellent handling and fuel economy. Also THE BEST, MOST COMFORTABLE SEATS in class. Try owning and driving for a couple of months and you'll see whether it's a long road trip or stuck in stop and go during the daily commute, you're back will thank you (AND NISSAN). Who gives you STANDARD LED headlights ? Even on the base Model???? This vehicle is a real value proposition to consider when making your next vehicle purchase decision.

Nissan is doing a great job with the lineup. I know CVTS help improve better gas mileage wish give different auto tranny that make it take off like a jet. Still loving my 2015 Rogue. Yesterday morning was reading about Nissan reliability history think reason a lot of people dislike Nissan is due of droning CVT. I think the Rogue looks better than CR-V and RAV4. Joe been waiting for update of the 2021 Rogue review wish they made the Nissan badge as did on new 2022 Pathfinder and Armada. It is a beautiful SUV after 13 years the Rogue definitely improved over the years. Interior looks better more upscale would buy another one if something goes wrong with my old 2015. It seems Nissan is trying get back to reliability again looking for 2022 Pathfinder review vs. Telluride and Explorer. I really enjoyed this review Joe being a Nissan guy and thanks Lori on helping my brother filming on details buyers need to know of interest on buying this vehicle.

Gotta love that Jatco CVT!

Joe, You doing that Camry XSE V6 with that red interior and wind chill pearl?

Great suv, in person it looks amazing

own one, its freakin awesome! Drives itself!

I agonized over which compact SUV to get and decided to trade in my Explorer ST for the Rogue platinum AWD! The CVT doesn’t bother me, I don’t know why it’s such a big deal to some people? Definitely a speed difference from the ST but that’s to be expected. Overall, I LOVE the Rogue platinum - the Rogue won against the competition because it has the most features for the price and I like the new styling. The “leg kick” trunk opening (and closing) maneuver actually WORKS in the Rogue and that is a first for me. I have had many cars with this feature- and NONE of them ever worked until the Nissan Rogue 2021. A few things I wish it had and zonks- more settings for the passenger seat ( up and down PLEASE and LUMBAR), the steering is light in all driving modes and rain sensing wipers. *there were some brands I couldn’t even consider since they are not available near me- like Mazda (really like) and Volkswagen.

my 2012 scion tc auto does 0-60 in 8.3 sec and it feels very adequate. and that is actually same speed like the gas rav4. people just know it is and cvt and they automatically assume that it is slow because of it. I drove a nissan altima recently and the power train felt really good.

NISSAN nailed the interior, one of my favs, minus the bottom door space & ventilated seats. They need to add a hybrid & more horsepower! Can I combine this interior w the Tuscon engine & exterior? Great job Joe & Lori

In my opinion, This is a great road trip family car or a daily driving car. I really wish it had a 10 speed automatic and not a cvt :( Overall, The style is amazing on the Nissan Rogue. Amazing Review Joe!! Stay Healthy and Stay Safe :)

i got a red/black 2021 rogue and love it

You can make s’mores in there all you need is open flame 🤣 good one

Definitely a massive upgrade over the last rogue. Nissan up the game with that interior. The major zonk and we all l know what it is it’s that dreadful cvt

Love it

J ~ I agree with you relating to the no vent. seats c'mon Nissan, maybe the next gen. will have the option. I like just about all there is to like about it, other than that one sticking point. great review, give Lori a hug for me (plutonic of course) tony

Hey Joe, Which exterior color did you like better, the 2 tone blue on this one, or the 2 tone orange on the one one you previewed when it was just being released? Also, what would you think if they put in an eCVT? Would it increase reliability by removing the belt or not?

Great review Joe! But why does Nissan have the Rogue and Murano in their lineup?

Despite the transmission, I think it is a nice option to consider.

Hopefully Nissan gets rid of the CVT on the refresh, whenever it comes

lol @14:09... you actually made me google if Nissan offers a record player option

That’s a nice looking rogue lol

I trade a 2016 Kia Sorento L for one of this SV with a premium package . Great gas mileage and lots of options for better price. Happy with this vehicle.

I would probably buy another Rogue if I were looking for another vehicle, I’m very interested on the new Pathfinder tho

Inside looks cool

The nissan key fob is old but it’s so functional and easy to hold. Should be updated in looks/material though

You know this Nissan Rogue this is first time the rogue has a platinum trim

Ooops you said 2022 near the middle. Great presentation. I have a CX-30 and thinking of trading it in for the Rogue.

This is a great suv.

i like the SUV and the simplicity of the key, though am not a very big fan of the CVT transmission

I have a ‘21 SV Premium. Absolutely love this Ute. Wished I had gotten the Platinum but the SV is still very well equipped…yes no vented seats is odd, but it literally has everything else you could want! A bit sluggish in the motor/trans dept yes, but it more than makes up for that with smoothness & more importantly..mileage! I do a 300 mile highway commute twice a week and I’m averaging above epa 35-36mpg @ 70mph consistently!

Always enjoy your reviews! Luxury market who would you go with? RDX, X3 or Q5?😅

So happy Nissan has stepped it up and be a leader

"Maybe both of them signed your balls" 😂

Oh wow my 2.5 L four-cylinder eco-boost in my scape is 250 hp what a big difference! And I’ll tell you that little escape really moves out I mean it’s no race car but it sure doesn’t bore you either.

I like the shifter, better than the push buttons and the interior but no ventilation seats is a zonk for the $$

Great interior and exterior changes. Just wondering if this car is reliable. Can it last 5-10 years as a family car?

Joe :come and see what’s about the 12 inches in here Lori: mmmmm 🤣

How are you Joe? ROGUE TIME!!!