2008 Nissan Rogue Crossover SUV Debut at NAIAS

Press Release

At a Glance

The new 2008 Nissan Rogue, which makes its world debut at the 2007 North American International Auto Show in Detroit, is designed to add a new dimension to the crossover utility segment – satisfying both the functional needs of the buyer and his emotional needs.

Rogue’s aggressive, performance-oriented styling, powerful engine, responsive handling, and driver-focused cockpit combine with its thoughtful everyday utility to create a vehicle that shifts the way buyers, especially younger buyers, think about crossover SUVs.

The 2008 Nissan Rogue will be available in two models, Rogue S and Rogue SL, each with a standard 2.5-liter 4-cylinder engine, Nissan’s advanced Xtronic CVT? (Continuously Variable Transmission), Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC)) and 4-wheel disc brakes with Anti-lock Braking System (ABS). An all-new all-wheel drive system with yaw rate control is also available on both S and SL models.

Rogue’s refined interior includes a driver-oriented cockpit, available leather-appointed seating surfaces and a fold-flat front passenger’s seat. Utility is enhanced by numerous convenient storage and ultra-functionality features, including an oversized partitioned glove box, a large dual-level center console and an innovative rear cargo organizer. Available technology features include Intelligent Key, Bluetooth^® Hands-Free Phone System, satellite radio and a powerful Bose^®–developed audio system with AUX input and MP3 playback.

Rogue also offers a long list of standard safety features, including front seat-mounted side-impact supplemental air bags and roof-mounted curtain supplemental air bags for front and rear outboard occupants.

The 2008 Rogue is scheduled to go on sale in September 2007 at Nissan dealers nationwide.

Highlights of the 2008 Nissan Rogue include:

Body

• Aggressive, performance-oriented exterior that redefines the small utility with sleek, masculine styling with dynamically arched forms and powerful rear shoulder lines
• Available roof rail system with detachable cross bars (accessory)
• Available power sliding glass sunroof
• Available Xenon headlights and halogen fog lamps

Platform and Powertrain

• Nissan “C” platform, front-engine/front-wheel drive
• 2.5-liter DOHC 16-valve inline 4-cylinder rated at 170 horsepower and 175 lb-ft torque
• Nissan Xtronic CVT™ (Continuously Variable Transmission) with adaptive logic control, high-speed CPU
• Available steering wheel-mounted paddle shifters
• Available all-new all-wheel drive system with yaw rate control or front-wheel drive
• Standard Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) with Traction Control System (TCS)

Suspension, Steering and Braking

• High-caster front independent-strut suspension with large diameter stabilizer bar and high-performance shock absorbers with rebound springs
• Rear multi-link independent suspension with high-performance shock absorbers with rebound springs
• Electric Power-assisted Steering (EPS)
• Available 17-inch aluminum-alloy wheels
• 225/60R17 or 215/70R16 all-season tires
• Standard 4-wheel disc brakes with Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) with Electronic Brake force Distribution (EBD)

Interior Features

• Available leather-appointed seats, steering wheel and shifter knob
• Available fold-flat front passenger seat
• Available heated front seats and outside mirrors
• Available Intelligent Key
• Standard AM/FM/CD 2DIN Audio system and available Bose^®-developed audio system with 6CD in-dash changer, 7 speakers and subwoofer with MP3 capability and satellite radio
• Available Bluetooth^® Hands-Free Phone System
• Rear 60/40 split-fold bench seat
• Versatile dual-level center console storage with hidden functionality features including two cup holders and 12V power port
• Oversize glove compartment with partition
• Available easy-to-clean, detachable, one-touch foldable cargo organizer to prevent cargo from shifting while driving
• Available multi-display trip computer
• Standard keyless entry system
• Available HomeLink^® Universal Transceiver

Safety and Security

• Zone Body construction featuring front and rear crumple zones and occupant zone
• Standard Advanced Air Bag System (AABS) (includes dual-stage front air bags and occupant classification system for the front passenger seat)
• Standard front seat-mounted side-impact supplemental air bags and roof-mounted curtain supplemental air bags for front and rear outboard occupants with rollover detection
• Standard front seat Active Head Restraints for head and neck protection in rear impacts
• Standard 3-point seatbelts for all seating positions; pre-tensioners with load limiters for front seating positions
• Standard LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) system
• Standard child safety rear door locks
• Standard Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
• Standard Nissan Immobilizer system and anti-theft alarm system

Models and Manufacturing

• Offered in two well-equipped models: Rogue S and Rogue SL in all-wheel drive and front-wheel drive configurations
• Assembled by Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. in Kyushu, Japan

2008 Nissan Rogue Key Dimensions and Specifications