2015 Nissan Rogue...Stylishly Fascinating Design Inside Out

"…The Nissan Rogue is a compact crossover that delivers a practical, well-trimmed interior, excellent fuel economy and a host of useful gadgets. It also offers an optional third row seat, a feature normally only found in larger, more expensive models." – Left Lane News

Competing against big-name contenders in the compact crossover utility vehicle segment like the Ford Escape, Honda CR-V and Hyundai Tucson, the 2015 Nissan Rogue is the company's compact SUV offering. See more images after the cut.

The 2015 Nissan Rogue's 2.5-liter 4-cylinder engine is standard across all trims. This engine has 170 horsepower and 175 lb-ft of torque and offers fuel economy figures of 26 MPG city and 33 MPG highway in front-wheel drive models and, 25 MPG city and 32 MPG highway on all-wheel drive models. That's more than 2 MPG better than the 2015 Toyota RAV4, and 1 MPG better than the Subaru Forester and Ford Escape. The "Eco" mode helps the wheeler achieve its best fuel economy by optimizing key vehicle systems.

The redesigned Rogue also received Nissan's latest safety systems including Around View Monitor (AVM), which provides a virtual 360-degree view around the SUV's surroundings, along with Moving Object Detection (MOD). The latter system gives the driver visual and audible warnings if the system detects moving objects when pulling out of parking spaces. In addition, the Rogue offers a forward collision warning system, a lane departure warning system, and a blind spot detection system.

Staying with safety features, the 2015 model also offers Nissan Advanced Air Bag System (AABS) with dual-stage supplemental air bags for the front seat passengers, side impact supplemental air bags integrated into the front seats, as well as side-curtain air bags that feature a rollover sensor.

Characteristics of the exterior include halogen headlamps with standard LED daytime running lights encapsulated inside aggressive headlights. Standard fog lights are basic on the SL model and optional on the SV. Roof rails and a rear spoiler provide a dynamic and agile look to the Rogue.

The 2015 Nissan Rogue SV features 17-inch aluminum-alloy wheels with all-season low rolling resistance tires. The upgraded SL trim comes with 18-inch wheels. Base 2015 Nissan Rogue S models come with 17-inch steel wheels. The Rogue is available in eight colors.

The Rogue's center console is neatly organized. The standard 5-inch color display comes with SiriusXM satellite radio, and a USB connection. It can also stream audio via Bluetooth. The SV Premium Package offers a 7-inch full-color display and "NissanConnect with Navigation and Mobile Apps."

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