We loaded a 2024 Nissan Rogue SV AWD with two LATCH-mounted child seats and a center booster to evaluate anchor access, belt routing, and rear-door usability in real family duty.
Our test car was a 2024 Rogue SV AWD (1.5L VC-Turbo three-cylinder, 201 hp/225 lb-ft, Xtronic CVT) on 18-inch all-seasons. The second row offers generous space for the class (rear legroom 38.5–41 inches depending on front-seat position; rear hip room about 53 inches) and split-folds 60/40. Cargo behind row two is 36.5 cu ft, useful for strollers and diaper bags even with three passengers secured across. Testing was done over two days: suburban errands, a highway run, and repeated installs in a lukewarm garage to check consistency.
We measured the rear-door opening at 85 degrees with an angle gauge, and the step-in height is family-friendly. Test gear included two narrow convertible seats installed via ISOFIX/LATCH outboard and a 16.5-inch-wide backless booster in the center, plus checks with a high-back booster for headrest compatibility. Anchor access is excellent. The Rogue provides two sets of lower anchors in the outboard positions with rigid plastic guides at the seat bight, minimizing fishing around.
There are three clearly marked top tether anchors on the back of the seatbacks, reachable from the cargo area; routing is straight and doesn’t foul the cargo cover. Head restraints are adjustable in all three positions; the outboard headrests can be raised to clear high-back booster shells without forcing the seat forward. With both outboard child seats latched, the center booster fits, but buckle access is the pinch point. The center lap-shoulder belt routes cleanly with no belt twist, and the buckle stalks are short and semi-rigid, which helps prevent “buckle crunch.” However, a wide booster or rigid ISOFIX bases on the outboard seats can crowd the center.
Our best result came using flexible LATCH on the outboard seats and nudging them slightly outward within their allowed tolerance, or by installing one outboard seat with the vehicle belt to reclaim a crucial half-inch. Always verify LATCH/belt weight limits and permitted positions in the owner’s manual. Rear-door usability is a standout: the 85-degree opening makes loading toddlers and tightening harnesses much easier, and there’s enough head clearance to avoid bumping heads under the door frame. The flat-ish rear cushion and low door sills simplify getting boosters in and out.
On the road with all three seats occupied, ride compliance is composed, wind/road noise is contained for the class, and the turbo three delivers adequate punch for merging; the CVT stays unobtrusive at family speeds. Rear climate vents help keep rear occupants comfortable. Overall, the Rogue passes the two-LATCH-seats-plus-center-booster test with minor caveats. It’s a strong choice for families prioritizing wide-opening rear doors, accessible anchors, and usable center-seat belt geometry.
To maximize buckle access, choose narrower seats or consider one belt-installed outboard seat; confirm top-tether use for every forward-facing position. If you regularly run three-across with bulkier seats, test-fit before buying.
