8. 2016 Nissan Rogue
What’s New?
The Rogue SL trim receives many outstanding enhancements for 2016. The forward emergency braking mechanism has been added to avert any accidents while the NissanConnect Services are also currently standard on the SL.
Additionally, a Siri Eyes Free still comes with both SL trimmed Rogues and the Rogue SV when furnished with the Premium Package.
Exterior Features
The 18″ by 7.0″ wheels are made of solid aluminum alloy, hence making them both durable and lightweight. Integrated into a front bumper, the fog lights are designed to generate a low, and large projection to assist boost visibility under many conditions.
Power-heated outside mirrors having LED turn signal indicators. Power liftgate of Rogue opens with just tap of your finger for the fumble-free access to the cargo section.
Interior Features
NissanConnect with Mobile Apps and Navigation features voice recognition and 7-inch color touch-screen display. By using a hands-free voice or touch-screen activation, you can acquire practically in any place with only an address.
With its suite of remote access features and digital alerts, available across 3 packages, NissanConnectSM Services is your direct link to private security, confidence, and convenience. Travel Link and SiriusXM Traffic. The available leather-appointed seats enhance a touch of class and a sleek look.
Technology
The majority of the greater-tech features are secured for the upper trim lines, but the SV Special includes a satellite radio, USB connector, app integration, and Bluetooth streaming audio, including hands-free and Facebook text messaging.
Nonetheless, in place of a 360-degree Around-View Monitor, which is optional on the SV and also included on the SL Premium, the SV Special has a regular backup camera.
The vision field is low and not so broad, and the placement of the camera makes it extremely vulnerable to water and grime which obscure the view. It is great for judging curbs and bumpers of other vehicles when backing up, but that is about all.
Engine/ Fuel Efficiency
The 2016 Rogue is only provided with one engine, a 170HP, 2.5-liter four-cylinder. In turn, that power plant only comes with a single transmission, and a constantly variable automatic.
Fuel economy remains at 33 MPG on the highway and 26 MPG in the city for the front-wheel drive-base model or 25/32 MPG with all-wheel drive.
Safety
Multiple safety systems regularly come on the Rogue, including traction control anti-lock brakes, and stability control. Also, the rear backup camera is standard on all other models. Some optional safety items include the blind spot, forward collision, Around View Monitor, Lane Departure and moving objects detection systems.
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