The Nissan Rogue’s ECO mode can help you save gas, but only if you follow its acceleration guidelines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Gas prices are soaring. Road congestion is heavy. Home, school, and work are at opposite ends of the city.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
ECO mode is a solution for our times. Supposedly, it helps you save gas while driving. But how much efficiency can you expect? And what\u2019s the best time to use it? We’re here to help.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Jerry, the trusted car insurance expert, is here to answer your questions. Read on for everything you need to know about ECO mode on the Nissan Rogue, plus the best way to lower your Nissan insurance costs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
ECO mode optimizes the Rogue’s engine and transmission response for maximum efficiency. Basically, it reduces your acceleration so that you use less gas. However, ECO mode doesn’t always guarantee better fuel economy\u2014it’s all in how you use it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
ECO mode helps you save fuel by letting you know when you’re driving economically. If you keep a light foot on the gas pedal, the ECO Pedal Guide on your instrument panel will glow green\u2014that’s how you know you’re driving super economically. As you use more gas, the pedal guide will turn light green. Floor it and the meter will empty to let you know you\u2019re wasting gas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
You’ll get better gas mileage if you keep the Pedal Guide in green for most of your trip, which you can see on the ECO Drive Report.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Key Takeaway<\/span>The Nissan Rogue’s ECO mode helps you save fuel by tweaking driving settings and providing an acceleration guide.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/p>\n<\/div><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n
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The Nissan Rogue’s instrument panel displays an ECO Drive Report after each trip you complete with the help of ECO mode.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The top row displays your most recent trip\u2019s fuel economy rating out of five stars. Below is a bar graph. The results of your previous five drives are displayed in black, while the results of your current drive are displayed in white. You can view your top mileage score to date in miles per gallon (mpg) in the box to the right.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Does ECO mode save fuel?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
ECO mode’s fuel savings are only as good as your driving habits. It throttles acceleration, so if you’re impatient and floor the gas pedal, you might waste more fuel than if you’d stayed in Normal mode. Activate it on long drives and pair it with cruise control for best results.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Does ECO mode charge the battery?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Yes. As the Nissan Rogue’s engine spins, it turns the alternator, which converts that force into electricity to feed the battery. Since ECO mode reduces engine activity, the battery will probably charge a little slower than normal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
How to turn ECO mode on and off<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
If your Rogue is equipped with ECO mode, you can switch it on and off using the Drive Mode Selector (or ECO button).<\/p>\n\n\n\n
To activate ECO mode on a 2021-2023 2WD Rogue, flip the drive mode switch until “ECO” appears on the instrument panel. To select ECO mode on an AWD model, turn the drive mode dial to the small leaf symbol; again, the instrument panel should confirm your choice. To turn off ECO mode, use the same method as above to select Normal mode.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Rogues from 2014-2020 have a dedicated “ECO” switch to the left of the steering wheel, near the trunk release button. Press it to turn on ECO mode, and press it again to turn it off. The speedometer will display a small green ECO symbol when ECO mode is active.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If in doubt, check the owner\u2019s manual for more info.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
How to customize ECO mode<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
The Settings menu lets you customize various aspects of ECO mode, including cruise control, idling, and air conditioning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Enter Settings mode on the instrument panel by turning the ignition switch to the ON position and pressing the \u201cEnter\u201d or \u201cOK\u201d button on the steering wheel. Select ECO Mode Settings and enter the menu. There are a variety of customization options, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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- Cruise control:<\/strong> select ON to reduce acceleration and improve fuel economy<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Idling stop:<\/strong> select ON to extend the idling stop time when the air conditioner is on<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Air conditioning<\/strong>: select ON to reduce air conditioner performance and improve fuel economy<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Tire Pres ECO Advice:<\/strong> select ON to display a \u201cCheck Tire Pressures for Best Fuel Economy\u201d message with the ECO Drive Report<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
In Settings mode, you can also select when to display the ECO Drive Report. Select \u201cECO Drive Report\u201d, then “Display”, and then choose “ON” or “OFF” to determine the position the ignition switch should be in to display the report.
<\/p>\n\n\n\nIs ECO mode worth it?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Whether you see any benefits from ECO mode depends on your driving style. You can maximize fuel economy by following the instrument panel\u2019s Pedal Guide. But if you\u2019re set in your ways, the guide probably won\u2019t be useful, and the ECO mode\u2019s reduced throttle response may frustrate you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n