The very functional interior space is also a very pleasant place to be. Even up front I had no trouble finding plenty of storage for all the stuff we carry with us on a daily basis.

The extra space in the cargo area is also really well managed with Nissan’s Divide-n-Hide® Cargo System, which utilizes the space under the flat floor for additional covered storage. The second row can not only fold flat, but also recline, slide and tilt forward. This allows it to boast an available third row of seats, the most cargo space behind the second row in its class, and miles of legroom for second row passengers. While still considered a compact crossover, based on factors such as engine size, output and price range the Rogue’s dimensions are closer to midsize players such as the Dodge Journey or even the Toyota Highlander. My tester came in Arctic Blue Metallic with charcoal colored 18” alloys these two colors blended perfectly and added to the overall visual appeal.Īnother aspect of the Rogue that’s appealing to me, and likely to many consumers, is its size. Front fascia aside, the rest of the styling is pretty standard crossover designs, with some welcome sporty Nissan flare mixed in. With the recent LED lighting trends, so many designers are rushing to throw these onto existing models and it just doesn’t look right – it’s nice to see them well executed here. The available high-intensity LED daytime running lamps are well integrated into the aggressive looking front end and succeed in providing a unique presence.

While I am just generally not a fan of the crossover look, the Rogue is definitely one of the better looking examples out there. I jumped on the chance to spend a week with a brand new 2016 Nissan Rogue SL to see what Nissan has done to jump right to the top of the list in this category. Clearly, Nissan is doing something right to attract so many buyers in what is now a super competitive segment. Over the last few years the numbers of these on the roads has surely been multipling, and fast. Based strictly on what I see out on the roads in the Toronto area, I’d say that Nissan has got a firm hold on the lucrative and competitive crossover market.

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