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2008 Nissan Rogue
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Head room was just workable, but at least I wasn't into the opening for the sunroof like I have been in some sedans. Leg room is about the same as the CRV, usable but long hauls will need the cruise control - there goes the gas milage.
Based on the one the dealer got, it might be a hard sell - UGLY Orange with grey interior. I am holding off for a red one with black leather.
I am about buying my first SUV and I was kind of clear about what car I was going to buy before the Rogue came out. I have been doing some research about the Mazda CX7 GT 2008 which does not require premium gas in contrast to the 2007. However I liked the Rogue since I saw it some days ago and I test drove it today and it was cool but in my opinion the CX7 is more fun to drive than the Rogue. I got a price of ~28K with all included for a Red Rogue SL AWD fully loaded with no leather seats and I got a price of the CX7 GT fully loaded but FWD of ~27K with all included as well... I am in this big dilema: "I don't know what car I should buy"... I need some advice from you all... Any tips might help me a lot.. Thank you very much
I think the Altima is cheaper, but it's more expensive after selecting the other mandatory options required with stability control.
If you can wait a few months the Rogue will sell under MSRP after Jan.
I am considering the Rogue but I am doing some research first.
thanks
A nav system with rear camera would solve this problem. Maybe the 2009 models will get nav or else at the 2011 update.
Maybe after a couple tankfuls of gas.
I'm 6'3 and I have no problem what so ever with rear window visibility, it is better than the RAV or CRV of course these are just my opinions but I did own a RAV for 2 years.
I like the interior, looks and feels like the altima. Drives smoother and quieter than the rav4. Exterior looks are good, (with a name like Rogue, I was expecting it to be more masculine.)
Unless we see some major flaws develope, we'll probably get one next year.
Does anyone know if the Rogue has 5MPH bumpers....where can you find this info ?
A couple of questions about your recent Mini-SUV Comparison Test;
When discussing the Rogue's AWD you state that:
"The Nissan Rogue employs a similarly intelligent system, but it cannot be manipulated. " ,
but when I was at the dealership recently I noticed that there is an "AWD LOCK" button on the Dashboard!! ....its very low on the dashboard and might be overlooked, but it's there right next to the Stability Control On/Off Switch....
...how does the Rogue's AWD LOCK feature work ? ...is it a AWD center-diff front/rear lock like the RAV4 (50%/50%) up to a certain speed ???
Also your Comparison test makes mention of spending a day at an Off-Road test facility and yet in the write-up there is no mention of each Vehicle's performance ...except to say that the CR-V was the only one to fail to negotiate a steep trail.....how did the other vehicles perform ?
I think SUV-Reviews spend far more time evaluating the Radio than actually describing how the AWD works and how it actually behaves in real life testing.
You can't compare a Rogue to a Murano. My parents have a Murano and it's the ultimate SUV (In my option), I call my Rogue a "baby murano" It drives very similar to it's parent. You won't be sorry if you purchase one.
I am waiting for an AWD so I can go test drive it since that is what i want.
Congrats.
I found the drivers seat to be a bit uncomfortable in my lumbar area. There was no adjustment for it . I am hoping that the leather pack will offer an adjustment that will make the seat comfy for me as I drive upstate every weekend and it can be a 3.5 hour drive at times. I also found that the arm rest was a bit short to comfortably rest my elbow on and use the shifter. I guess thats where the paddles come in. I would have liked the console arm rest to have been adjustable.
The Rogue drove effortlessly and with confidence. I believe that I will buy it in the near future as soon as I see what real time MPG people are reporting.This is very important to me as you can understand.
Visibility was good with the large side mirrors..Glad that they fold in and also back.
The Rogue returns the best observed fuel economy of the test at over 22 mpg, with one tank returning 27 mpg. Frugal, but unfortunately not invigorating. Acceleration from a stop feels like it takes an eternity, even though the Nissan nearly caught the Mitsubishi with its 9.2-second sprint to 60 mph. The CVT feels like it has some components made from elastic, and it's not a feeling you can get away from, since the CVT and 170-hp 2.4-liter inline-4 is the only available powertrain.
We like the long-stroke engine with its balance shaft to reduce vibration, but would rather experience it firsthand than through the bland-o-nator CVT. This is just not the right technology for a small engine when more than a fuel-efficient commute is called for, and it's necessary to use the shift paddles to not only make back roads more interesting but also to soothe the ears.
The CVT works differently you do hear the motor during acceleration more than the RAV or CRV but the DB level is similar. The CVT holds the motor RPMs into the accleration to the speed you are asking for without any of the shifts and RPM changes of the tradtional automatics,therefore the CVT/motor combo might seem to make more noise but I don't think it actully does it's just different. The Rogue gets up to speed as quick as or quicker than any 4 cyl RAV or CRV.
IMO the Rougue is quieter than the RAV or CRV both wind and Road noise and I owned a 06 RAV and a 02 CRV.
Drive one and you will see, and if has the Bose XM.. turn it up, it makes the CRV radio sound like it has one speaker.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bXokc-lMqm0
TEST DATA
Acceleration to mph
0-30 3.0 sec
0-40 4.4
0-50 6.1
0-60 8.2 (Edmunds= 9.2)
0-70 10.8
0-80 14.2
0-90 18.3
Quarter mile 16.4 sec @ 85.5 mph (Edmunds 16.9, 83.4 mph)
Braking, 60-0 mph 124 ft
Lateral acceleration 0.80 g avg
MT figure eight 28.8 sec @ 0.56 g avg
Top-gear revs @ 60 mph 2000 rpm
I won't be buying mine until next year for now I am listening to the owners and what they are encountering.
Sorry, flightnurse, but I just have to bring this to your attention. It makes me laugh every time I see it.
Every post you write you refer to the vehicle as the Rouge. It's the Rogue, as in rascal or scoundrel. Rouge to me sounds like a shade of red lipstick. Or maybe you've been thinking of the Moulin Rouge?
Just a friendly heads up.