2012 Nissan Rogue

The 2012 Nissan Rogue is often a comfortable crossover through an unusually nice interior. It is equally unusually fun drive an automobile. If you don’t require maximum cargo space and rear-seat functionality, it is a strong contender. For 2012, the Nissan Rogue adds a new Exclusive edition trim package, a 360-degree camera view and new wheel designs.

The Rogue isn’t faultless, certainly. Its buzzy, droning continuously variable transmission (CVT) will be the only option for changing gears, and in contrast to a few other competitors, there is absolutely no V6 option. The Rogue does produce decent power from the four-cylinder engine, this shouldn’t be a deal-breaker for the majority of buyers. But people that reside in the lake or who frequently haul their brood and gear should think and think about better quality alternative. The Rogue’s rear seat neither slides nor reclines like many of its rivals, and also the curvaceous Murano-inspired styling limits rearward visibility and maximum cargo capacity.

Still, the 2012 Nissan Rogue needs a critical look among small crossovers just like the Honda CR-V and Toyota RAV4. However the Honda and Toyota offer more cargo room and versatility, the Rogue is actually a nicer destination to sit along with a more engaging car drive an automobile. Other rivals worth a look add some Ford Edge, GMC Terrain and Kia Sportage. Buyers shopping these types should go out with several candidates, as all have specific strengths and quirks. However for a properly appointed crossover that drives such as a quick, small car, the Rogue is really a solid pick.

2012 Nissan Rogue SV SUV

The 2012 Nissan Rogue is really a five-passenger compact crossover SUV available in two trim levels: S and SV.

The beds base S comes standard with 16-inch steel wheels, folding side mirrors, cruise control, a tilt (but non-telescoping) tire, air-conditioning, full power accessories, a 60/40-split-folding rear seat, vacation computer along with a four-speaker audio system having a CD player and an auxiliary audio jack.

The new Unique package available for the Rogue S adds 16-inch alloy wheels, foglights, rear privacy glass, a 4.3-inch-display audio screen, a rearview camera with an upgraded sound system having a USB/iPod interface, tyre audio controls and satellite radio.

The 2012 Nissan Rogue is obtainable with either front- or all-wheel drive. It’s powered using a 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine that creates 170 horsepower and 175 pound-feet of torque, put to the earth through a CVT. Fuel economy is related to the majority of the competition. The front-wheel-drive Rogue has EPA estimates of 22 mpg city/28 mpg highway and 25 mpg combined, while the AWD variant drops slightly to 22/26/24 mpg.

The Rogue comes standard with antilock disc brakes, stability control, front-seat side airbags, full-length side curtain airbags and active front head restraints. In government frontal crash tests, the Rogue earned four (beyond five) stars for overall crash protection, with four stars for overall frontal-impact protection and five stars for side impacts. The insurance policy Institute for Highway Safety awarded the Rogue its highest rating of “Good” for frontal offset and side-impact protection and also a second-best “Acceptable” for roof-strength integrity.

The 2012 Nissan Rogue presents among the nicest interiors associated with a compact crossover only at that price. Comfortable seats, intuitive controls and high-quality materials are only a few of the highlights of the surprisingly pleasant cabin. An amazing center console bin, massive glovebox and clever under-floor organizer compensate for a dearth of at-hand storage nooks, however.

The Rogue’s rear-seat versatility is somewhat limited. Unlike competing crossovers, the Rogue’s rear seats don’t recline or slide fore and aft, nor it is possible to center armrest. Using the seatbacks upright, you will find 28.9 cubic feet of storage, average to the class. Folding the seats yields 59.7 feet, still less than to use competitors. But a fold-down front passenger seat (a standard feature within the SV) does available an overall length of 8.5 feet front to rear, permitting goods like ladders, lumber, surfboards and snowboards.

The promise of crossovers lies in SUV versatility with passenger-car manners. The 2012 Nissan Rogue do you better; it drives just like a car with capable handling. Road bumps and imperfections are absorbed effortlessly, highway stability is exemplary and handling is aided by good body control the other on the best-feeling steering systems within the class. Four-cylinder power is enough, though the CVT’s constant drone at full throttle can tax ears and nerves.