2009 Nissan Rogue Press Kit: At A Glance

The Nissan Rogue crossover SUV, introduced as an all-new model for 2008, was created as a whole new way to make driving fun – combining 27 miles per gallon estimated highway fuel economy with spirited performance and SUV utility.

Rogue received a number of prestigious awards in its first year, including “Best New Small Crossover” by Kiplinger’s magazine, Parents Magazine “Best Family Cars for 2008” award, AutoPacific Vehicle Satisfaction Award (VSA) for Compact Crossover SUV segment and MotorWeek’s “Driver’s Choice Award for Best Small Utility.” In addition, the 2008 Rogue received the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s (NTHSA) highest rating – 5 stars – for side-impact crash safety.

Enhancements for the 2009 Nissan Rogue include:

• New vehicle speed-sensing power auto door locks
• Fold-down passenger seat, driver seatback pocket, dual-level center console tray and mood lighting for SL models 
• Drive computer and outside temperature display added to SL models 
• Two luggage side cargo hooks and dual visor vanity mirror illumination for SL models 
• Leather Package option now available for Rogue FWD SL models 
• Bluetooth® Hands-free Phone System and Nissan Intelligent Key™ added to Rogue FWD Premium Package

For 2009, Rogue continues to satisfy both the functional needs of the buyers and their emotional needs. Rogue is again available in two models, Rogue S and Rogue SL, each with a standard 170-horsepower (167-hp CAL emissions) 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). Both S and SL models are available with an intuitive All-Wheel Drive system with yaw moment control and 17-inch aluminum-alloy wheels are standard on Rogue SL models.

Rogue’s interior includes a driver-oriented cockpit, available leather-appointed seating surfaces, heated seats and 6-way power driver’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 Nissan Intelligent Key™, Bluetooth® Hands-free Phone System, XM® Satellite Radio (XM® subscription required, sold separately) 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 side impact supplemental air bags with rollover sensor for front and rear-seat outboard occupant head protection.

Highlights of the 2009 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
• Body-colored power outside mirrors, privacy glass (SL models) 
• Available power sliding glass moonroof 
• Available roof rail system with detachable cross bars (accessory) 
• Available Xenon headlights and halogen fog lights

Platform and Powertrain

• Nissan “C” platform, front engine/front-wheel drive
• Standard 2.5-liter DOHC 16-valve inline 4-cylinder rated at 170 horsepower and 175 lb-ft torque (167 hp, 170 lb-ft CAL emissions) 
• EPA fuel economy estimates: 22/27 mpg City/Hwy FWD; 21/26 mpg City/Hwy AWD 
• Standard Nissan Xtronic CVT™ (Continuously Variable Transmission) with adaptive logic control, high-speed CPU 
• Available steering wheel-mounted paddle shifters 
• Available intuitive All-Wheel Drive system with yaw moment control or front-wheel drive

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, stabilizer bar 
• Electric Power-assisted Steering (EPS) 
• Standard 4-wheel disc brakes with Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) with Electronic Brake force Distribution (EBD) 
• 17-inch aluminum-alloy wheels with P225/60R17 all-season tires (SL models) 
• 16-inch wheels with P215/70R16 all-season tires (S models)

Interior Features

• Available leather-appointed front and rear seats; leather-wrapped steering wheel and shifter knob 
• Fold-down front passenger seat (SL models) 
• Available heated front seats and outside mirrors 
• Available Nissan Intelligent Key™ and Keyless Ignition 
• Standard AM/FM/CD 2DIN Audio system 
• Available Bose®-developed audio system with 6CD in-dash changer, 7 speakers and subwoofer with MP3 capability and XM® Satellite Radio (XM® subscription required, sold separately) 
• 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 
• Mood lighting, cargo light (SL models) 
• Available easy-to-clean, detachable, one-touch foldable cargo organizer to prevent cargo from shifting while driving 
• Cargo area storage tray (under floor) 
• 2 retractable luggage side trim hooks (SL models) 
• Available multi-display drive computer 
• Available HomeLink® Universal Transceiver 
• Power door locks with selective unlocking and auto speed-sensing function 
• Available portable navigation system (accessory)

Safety and Security

• Standard Nissan Advanced Air Bag System (AABS) with dual-stage supplemental front air bags with seat belt and occupant classification sensors 
• Standard front seat-mounted side impact supplemental air bags 
• Standard roof-mounted curtain side impact supplemental air bags with rollover sensor for front and rear-seat outboard occupant head protection 
• Standard front seat Active Head Restraints 
• 3-point front/rear seatbelts with pre-tensioners, load limiters and adjustable upper anchors for front seating positions 
• LATCH System (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) 
• Child safety rear door locks 
• Zone Body construction featuring front and rear crumple zones and occupant zone 
• Standard Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) with Traction Control System (TCS) 
• Standard Nissan Immobilizer system and anti-theft alarm system 
• Standard Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)

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