2008 Nissan Rogue S - Test Drive

Nissan Rogue S is a brand-new car, it is a SUV and, moreover, it is a new competitor of the popular Toyota RAV4. Let’s have a closer look at it.

Nissan Company is trying its best to draw customers attention and to make their cars really competitive. Competitive and attractive to whom? A very interesting question… Of course, to young generation, to young drivers. It is aimed to satisfy their needs and demands. The new Nissan was introduced at the 2007 Detroit Auto Show. This car has a special name - Rogue, it shows the whole independence of car, its desire to rebel, to prove to the rest of the world, that it is worth our attention and to show its strong character.

According to Bill Bosley words, the New Nissan is already the 5th SUV from Nissan Company, but it is a rather sophisticated car, more comfortable, more user-friendly (if it is possible to say so about a car :-)). From the 1st sight, it reminds Hyundai Santa Fe (almost the same length, wheelbase). But, it is a completely different SUV. Also, there can be traced some coincidences with the Honda CR-V. But, to tel the truth, the Rogue is made on the same platform “C” as Nissan’s Sentra.

Interior and Exterior of the car.

First of all, let’s look inside of the car, well, truly speaking, nothing special but it is not bad. Just nothing extraordinary. The design is finished, of high quality, seats are made from a special fabrics and turned to be very, even VERY comfortable. The car has a very big gloves department, but you can’t put valuable things there - it possesses no lock. The car has some decorative details in a form of metal on brushes, while the rest of the car interior is black. There is enough space for knees and a person, of course. Moreover, if you need additional space in the boot, it is possible just to fold back seats.

What about the exterior? Actually, as for me it is just a successful mixture of the all above mentioned models. But I’ve got 2 friends and they don’t like its appearance. So, tastes differ, the most important issue - this car takes care about the environment and the fuel economy is amazing. One more advantage - the car possesses a good sound insulation. But, unfortunately, while driving it is not sporty at all. It looks like it swims but not conquers the road.

Technical specifications:

• 4-wheel drive (all-wheel drive can be set as an option);
• acceleration of the car is rather smooth;
• 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine;
• 175 torque;
• 16-inch steel wheels;
• Bluetooth phone connectivity;
• Bose audio system (with 7 speakers);
• xenon headlights;
• air conditioning;
• cruise control;
• keyless entry;
• CD player;

The car will cost $20,000, so, it an adorable price for such a functional and advanced car, don’t you think so?