(Posted on Apr 23, 2018 at 01:39AM by Michelle Bogle)
If you love the design, utility and technology attributes of Nissan’s best-selling Rogue, but have an itch for something sportier, smaller and with more urban street cred, the 2018 Nissan Rogue Sport deserves a closer look. This week, Nissan released a mid-year refresh of the crossover and it’s loaded with more standard features than ever before.
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Now, drivers enjoy Auto Emergency Braking, Blind Spot Warning and Rear Cross Traffic Alert on all 2018.5 models. The mid-year update also includes standard Intelligent Cruise Control on the SL trim or by purchasing an SV Technology Package.Â
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The real star of these standard inclusions is Auto Emergency Braking, which is already offered on seven other Nissan models (including the Altima, Leaf, Maxima, Murano, Pathfinder, Rogue and Sentra). With this Nissan Safety Shield technology, drivers are alerted of a potential collision with audible and visual alerts. If a braking response isn’t put into action, the Rogue Sport will intervene and stop the vehicle.
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See how it works here:
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The 2018 Rogue Sport is available in front-wheel drive or Intelligent All-Wheel Drive in three well-equipped grade levels – S, SV and SL. Power comes from the 2.0-liter DOHC 16-valve inline four-cylinder engine, which produces 141 horsepower. Other mechanical specs include Xtronic transmission with eco-mode and a four-wheel independent suspension. Due to the Rogue Sport’s compact design, it boasts impressive maneuverability and a fun-to-drive experience, making it a well-suited choice for urbanites.
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Ready to take one for a spin? Contact Kirkland Nissan in Seattle, Washington for your test drive in the all-new 2018 Rogue Sport crossover.