Chicago Nissan Rogue proving itself as a 2010 drive of choice

Nissan has several models 2011 models that will be turning heads soon like the Leaf and the Juke, but the 2010 Rogue is turning heads now with its aggressive styling, even called "rakish" by some auto industry reviewers. Chicago Nissan dealers have the Rogue in stock and want customers to take a test drive in this station wagon with an attitude.



The Rogue really is hard to classify. It’s a car-SUV-wagon that doesn’t really fit the bill for any of the three. Perhaps it should just have its own class – crossover just seems too generic. It also won a Consumer Digest Best Buy Award, so there’s more to the Rogue than just styling and attitude. Nissan Chicago buyers will enjoy it.

It looks a bit low and chunky due to its dimensions, but that certainly doesn’t affect how it handles. This five-passenger bit of fun is not to be discounted on any level. Playing off the larger Nissan Murano, the Rogue substitutes smaller wheels but retains the sleek styling. It almost has a retro look.



The favorite feature of the Rogue is almost unanimous – the interior. One reviewer compares it very favorably to the larger, award-winner Honda CR-V. The amber interior lighting of the Rogue gives it an upscale feel and the gauges are large enough to read easily.



ConsumerGuide says the gauges are "well laid out" which is always a plus in a market seeking constant change and improvement. Sometimes it’s best to leave well-enough alone and not put the wiper control on the ceiling or the speedometer on the center console.



Chicago Nissan buyers will appreciate the layout of the interior and the way it feels luxurious without soaring out of their price range. Nissan does have a solid history of providing good-looking vehicles at reasonable prices, but the Japanese automaker has taken it to the next level with the Rogue, incorporating practicality as well and keeping the price point low.



The Guide even labels the metal plastic trim as "stylish rather than tacky" which is nice to know. I have no issues with plastic trim in my car as long as it doesn’t look like plastic. Overall the Rogue seems to get a lot of nods for its innovations in looking expensive without actually being expensive - on the inside anyway. Some industry reviewers are not sold on its outward appearance, but it’s attractive enough and has a unique look.



So check out this edgy hatchback and see if the interior blows you away and the exterior endears you to the 2010 Nissan Rogue.

Nissan Chicago dealers are pleased that the Rogue compares favorably with competing brand and know that the price is the big selling point.



About the Author: Harrison Baxter is a freelance writer and auto enthusiast. His article features information on Chicago Nissan dealers for buyers of Nissan Chicago.