2017 Nissan Rogue looks fresh for Miami debut

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The Nissan Rogue will get a new hybrid model for 2017, along with a mildly refreshed exterior and a motion-activated tailgate. The refresh comes only three years after the Rogue's second-generation debut in 2014, but brings new front and rear fascias to the Nissan SUV. The redesigned front fascia sports a new grille, headlights and LED daytime running lights. The new rear fascia gets a similar lighting treatment and LED boomerang-shaped taillights. The tailgate uses a kick sensor to allow for hands-free operation, but isn’t standard equipment.  

The hybrid Rogue boasts an estimated 35 mpg highway from its 2.0-liter I4 and electric motor powertrain. Manage the 2.0-liter’s 141 hp and 144 lb-ft of torque is a CVT. Sandwiched between the engine and transmission, by way of a pair of clutches, is a 40-hp electric motor that can produce 118 lb-ft of twist. Powering the non-hybrid Rogue in AWD or RWD trims is a 2.5-liter I4 making 170 hp at 6,000 rpm and 175 lb-ft of torque at 4,400 rpm.

The Rogue is also getting some new safety optional safety tech: active cruise control, emergency braking, lane departure prevention and warnings. Of course, those options will only be found on the up-trim Rogue SL. Rogue SV buyers will now be able to add blind-spot warnings and rear cross traffic alerts to the build sheet.

The new Rogue will make its global debut at this weekend’s Miami auto show.