Nissan Rogue for 2011

The 2011 Nissan  Rogue will be shown to the public for the first time at the 23rd Annual International Z Car Convention in Nashville, Tennessee, and while it’s clearly just a minor, mid-cycle refresh it should be distinguishable from any 2010s that remain on the lot. A sharpened exterior, interior upgrades, and improved fuel economy are just a few of the improvements Nissan has announced for a modestly revamped 2011 version of its Rogue compact crossover.

The Rogue remains powered only by a 170-hp, 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine and Xtronic CVT automatic, and includes four-wheel disc brakes in all models. Nissan has eked one more mile per gallon out of both the front-wheel-drive Rogue (highway) and AWD Rogue (city), to yield 22/28 mpg with FWD or 22/26 with AWD. The 2011 Rogue is now offered in S and SV trims, as opposed to S and SL last year-aligning it more closely with the trims that have been used on Nissan’s sportier models, like the Maxima-and its options list has been reconfigured. The new SV model includes many of the features of last year’s SL at what sounds like a lower price point. Standard highlights include a power driver’s seat with lumbar support; Bluetooth hands-free; and Intelligent Key entry. A nav system, xenon headlamps, rearview monitor, and XM satellite radio remain on the options list.

Price and other features of this car is not yet announced.