2017 Nissan Rogue Comes With A New Face And Hybrid Variant
Here is the 2017 Nissan Rogue that arrives just in time for the crossover’s three-year mark since its introduction in the fall of 2013. It brings mild cosmetic updates, content enhancements, but more importantly, the addition of a hybrid model. Available for the first time as a hybrid in both front- and all-wheel drive applications, the 2017 Rogue Hybrid pairs a 2.0-liter four-cylinder gasoline engine to an electric motor and Xtronic transmission, with a compact Lithium-ion battery located under the boot, which Nissan claims “maintains its flat rear floor for easy passenger access to the rear seat and little reduction of cargo room”. The hybrid system delivers a combined 176hp from the 141hp and 144 lb-ft 2.0-liter unit and 40hp and 118 lb-ft of torque from the 30kW electric motor. The front-wheel drive hybrid model is said to return an EPA estimated 33 mpg city, 35 mpg highway and 34 mpg combined, while the AWD version drops to 31 mpg city, 34 mpg highw...