- crossover 122,401
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- Raytown, MO
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- crossover 122,401 gasoline silver automatic
2010 nissan rogue review this car review is specific to this model, not the actual vehicle for sale. Value among compact suvs. introductionthe nissan rogue is a compact suv. Based on a car platform, it's considered a crossover vehicle, like the honda cr-v. No v6 is available, nor is there a third row for seven-passenger seating. the rogue is meant as a daily commuter, not an off-road adventure vehicle. Its all-wheel-drive system is intended for snow and rain, not rocks and mud. A so-called crossover, it's based on an economy-car platform. The towing capacity is only 1,500 pounds. We think it's one of the better handling small suvs, but it's not sporty. The ride allows for a lot of road feel and can become harsh on rough and irregular surfaces. Road imperfections and engine sounds intrude into the cabin. the cabin is pleasant, with materials that would look good in higher-priced vehicles. The controls are easy to use and understand, but the rogue lacks creature comforts and gadgets filtering down to other low-priced vehicles. There is no navigation system, for instance. an suv should provide cargo utility, and the rogue is up to the task. The rear seats fold flat and, on the rogue sl, so does the front passenger seat to permit longer items to be loaded. For 2010, rogue s models are now available with what nissan calls the 360 degree value package, which includes 16-inch aluminum-alloy wheels, privacy glass, a rear spoiler, a chrome grille, and a rearview monitor integrated into an auto-dimming rearview mirror. Nissan claims the package price saves about $1,000 compared to buying these options separately. with prices starting around $20,000, the rogue is a worthy competitor vs. Its carlike road manners, cargo utility and prudent fuel economy make it appealing. lineupthe nissan rogue is offered in two trim levels, s and sl. Rogue s is also available with all-wheel drive 21,540). the new 360 degree value package 1,040) adds 16-inch aluminum-alloy wheels, privacy glass, chrome grille, rear spoiler, and a rearview monitor integrated into an auto-dimming rearview mirror. Splash guards 125) are the only other factory option for the s model. rogue sl with front-drive 21,930) or all-wheel drive 23,130) adds a six-way manually adjustable driver's seat, fold-flat front passenger seat, trip computer, an additional 12-volt power outlet, vanity mirrors, privacy glass, roof rails and a few other amenities. Tires upgrade to 225/60r17 on aluminum wheels. buying the sl also expands the option list. On all-wheel-drive sl's the premium package 2,230) also adds xenon headlights with manual leveling. A power glass sunroof is available 950) on either sl model. Dealer-installed accessories include floor mats 185), a towing package 450), and roof-rail crossbars 100). safety features include dual front airbags, torso-protecting front side airbags, head-protecting side-curtain airbags with rollover sensors, front seat active head restraints, latch-style child seat anchors, tire-pressure monitor, abs with brake assist and electronic brake-force distribution (ebd), and vehicle dynamics control electronic stability control with traction control. walkaroundthe nissan rogue appears to be aimed squarely at the honda cr-v. The styling is swoopy, with rounded lines and a wedge shape from front to rear. Flared rear shoulders and an upswept window line give the rogue a sporty feel. ornamentation is minimal. A black and chrome nissan badge up front is flanked by a body-color grille. Only that badge and the headlights lend any contrast to the front end. There is even less character to the sides, even with the chrome door handles which have been added for 2010. Side mirrors are black on the rogue s and body color on the rogue sl; and the standard wheels on the s are stamped steel with plastic covers (which look like five-spoke alloys, from a distance). The 17-inch aluminum wheels that come with the sl add a touch of drama, with five bifurcated spokes that seem to actively cling to the rim. In contrast, the 16-inch units that dress up s models with the 360 degree package are a more restrained and traditional five-spoke design. We're ambivalent about the chrome grille that comes with the package, which brightens the front end but fails to enhance its character. we think the rogue looks best from the rear, where the dark rear glass, eye-shaped taillights, rounded panels and license plate recess give it some definition. Unfortunately, the rear liftgate lacks a separate opening glass. among compact suvs, the rogue has a sleeker, car-based crossover look, like the cr-v, as opposed to the upright mini-suvs like the ford escape or jeep liberty. the rogue is the longest vehicle in the class, though it doesn't look it. At 182. 9 inches overall, it is even longer than the seven-passenger toyota rav4 and the seemingly large jeep liberty. interiorat first glance, the interior of the nissan rogue seems nice if somewhat plain. Closer inspection reveals quality materials impressive for the price. The dash, for instance, is molded in a soft-touch material that seems as if it might be right at home in an infiniti. The door tops also have a nice soft-touch material. The remainder of the materials is price-appropriate plastic that fits together well. the instrument panel features only two gauges, the tachometer and speedometer. It has substantially-sized buttons, but the presets are grouped in a, b and c folders, instead of am and fm sets. It takes some getting used to but, with 18 total presets, most drivers will be able to program all of their favorite stations. An auxiliary input jack is provided for mp3 player connectivity. storage for small items up front is adequate. The center console has two integral cupholders and a small tray that will work for holding little odds and ends. The tilt steering wheel helps, and there is enough head and leg room for all but the tallest drivers. There is good visibility to the front and the side mirrors are large, but over-the shoulder visibility is compromised by a smallish rear window and rear side windows that are pinched at the rear. The ride height makes getting into and out of the rogue very easy. the second row is usefully roomy, with head and leg room that can accommodate adults, even with the front seats moved far back. Three adults in the rear will be cramped, but they should be able to deal with short trips. Toe space under the front seats is plentiful. cargo space is good but not at the top of the class. The second-row seats are split 60/40, and they fold flat in an easy one-step motion to open up to the maximum 57. 9 cubic feet of cargo space. the sl model includes a folding front passenger seat, which folds almost flat to allow loading of longer items. While it is among the better handling compact suvs, it's not sporty. It drives more like a car than an suv, but it has more body lean in turns than most cars. The electric-assist steering requires only a light effort, but it feels natural and direct with good road feel. In fact, the rogue transmits more road feel to the driver through the steering wheel than most compact suvs. the ride is generally comfortabl.
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