(Posted on May 15, 2018 at 10:00PM by Darby Riales)
We’ve all heard the term “SUV†thrown around to describe larger transports that carry a lot of people. However, some people may not know what that acronym stands for. SUV is a shortened version of the phrase used to describe an automobile class known as the sport utility vehicle. These are typically associated with off-roading and traveling, but there’s so much more to them than that.
Standing tall, these caravans are raised off the ground to give better clearance. This helps with driving over rougher terrain. You will be less likely to scrap or scratch the underside, but not everyone uses these for adventures in the wild. Most of the SUVs you see every day have never experienced nature off the paved road.
That’s where compact crossovers come in. Designed to be more fuel efficient and suitable for city living, models such as the 2017 Nissan Rogue S are more compatible with daily drivers. Powered by a 2.5L engine, the Rogue produces 170 horsepower and 175 pound-feet of torque. Able to hold up to five passengers, its an ideal choice for small families who might entertain the idea of camping once in a while.
Come try one out for yourself! Contact Kirkland Nissan in Seattle, Washington to schedule a test drive in a pre-owned Rogue today.Â
(Posted on May 13, 2018 at 12:36PM by Danielle Smyth)
If you’re reading this, you probably love Nissan cars. From the sporty 2018 370Z Coupe Touring to the powerful 2018 Titan XD Pro-4X, the automaker is known for its lasting quality and excellent design.
There are probably a lot of things about Nissan that you don’t know yet, though. For instance, you might not be aware that the automaker once got involved in space exploration. Starting in 1970, they built the rocket engines for Japan’s missions, doing so all the way up until 2000. One of these, used for the Lambda 4S-5, even outlived the program, burning up in the atmosphere in 2003.
I don’t know about you, but if someone can manufacture a great rocket engine, I’m going to tend to trust them to design fantastic, high-quality parts of automobiles. Thirty-three years of working on Japanese space exploration is impressive stuff!
Some Nissan autos, like the 370Z Coupe Touring, have impressive engines, too. It actually offers 350 horsepower! That won’t get you into space, but for a smaller vehicle, that’s exceptionally strong.
Intrigued by what this automaker can do? Stop by your local Kirkland Nissan dealer today and test drive a variety of amazing vehicles, including the 370Z Coupe Touring. Hurry in!Â
(Posted on May 10, 2018 at 05:00PM by Darby Riales)
As the result of a gradual merger between multiple companies, Nissan started in 1914 in Japan. Kenjiro Den, Rokuro Aoyama and Meitaro Takeuchi of Kaishinsha Motorcar Works decided to build a car. Calling this new vehicle DAT, an acronym of their surnames, they were quite pleased with their invention. The engine only produced 10 horsepower, but it paved the road for the next 100 years of innovative automobiles.
The same year, the creators joined hands with Lila Company and began manufacturing trucks. This opened up a whole new line of production. In 1919, the Jitsuyo Jidosha Company teamed up with the original makers and formed Dat Jidosha Seizo Co. A mere 18 years later, they released the DATSUN.
This compact vehicle was powered by a smaller 450cc motor and quickly became popular around the country. Variations of this famous model are still made, but you’ll have to go to India to get one.Â
Nowadays, Nissan is one of the most recognized brands in the world. Known for reliable, resilient modes of transportation, these cars can found in garages and carports all over the Pacific Northwest. Come see what our dealership in Seattle, Washington has in stock and go for a test drive today!