Fantasy 2012 Nissan Rogue

Post by **Ryepow** » Wed Jul 15, 2009 12:48 pm

I thought I would give a try at refreshing the look of the Rogue. I am calling it the fantasy 2012 Rogue as I am guessing a real refresh will be unveiled around 2012. So I guess when that day arrives, we can compare the two. I was inspired by the 370Z and the new Maxima. I thought you all might enjoy the results. Changes include new lights, front bumper and grill, larger back side windows, new wheels, and ground effects, turn signals on mirrors. Oh yeah, I made sure to include a locking gas cap.

Feel free to share your vision of the next Rogue.

Post by **crayb** » Wed Jul 15, 2009 7:15 pm

It would truly be ideal if it came with the Z's 3.7 V6!!!! And it would truly be in my garage.

Nice work.

Ray

Post by **harryg** » Wed Jul 15, 2009 8:00 pm

haha the rims look so good and suit it i was about to say why is ur rear tire smaller than your front(first pic)

but that would look HOT regardless of the engine

Post by **Pescakl1** » Thu Jul 16, 2009 3:13 am

What you did looks good, that gives the Rogue a little Infinity look, so you are probably not far.

My guesses:- Projectors headlights and LEDs tail lights (yes, I know, it is turning into an obsession) - No V6, it is for the EX Infinity, not the Rogue, but they could have a hybrid version of the Rogue like the Honda Insight (so not a real hybrid like the Toyota Prius but would help a lot on the fuel economy... and we already have the CVT ).- Exterior look will probably move towards the new Murano and FX.

Post by **philipa_240sx** » Thu Jul 16, 2009 3:58 am

crayb wrote:It would truly be ideal if it came with the Z's 3.7 V6!!!! And it would truly be in my garage.

Then you would have a Murano, not a Rogue. Or an EX/FX35 if AWD/RWD is your preference.

It's interesting to note that the Rogue has the largest displacement and power compared to it's brothers the Qashqai and Dualis.

Post by **kerrton** » Thu Jul 16, 2009 5:27 am

Exactly, the Rogue engine is already large enough, that is the point with this vehicle, good performance and awesome fuel efficiency. Adding a much larger V6 defeats the purpose, because if this is what you want you can buy the Murano, so I'm sure this wont' happen. The hybrid concept with a smaller displacement engine might be more likely, and also a few more standard options will definately be available such as Nav, Sat radio, backup camera, possibly auto headlights?

I like the idea of a larger back window, I'd max that sucker out to the limits of what is structurally possible if it were my choice!!!

Post by **philipa_240sx** » Thu Jul 16, 2009 6:58 am

It's interesting that Toyota is now starting to expand thier offerings with more 4 cylinder options. The Highlander and Venza are now available with a 2.7L 4 cyl and the Camry and RAV4 just received a new 2.5L engine.

Anyway, back to the Rogue discussion...

At the recent shareholders meeting in June, Nissan had recently stated that some of thier new projects are 'on hold' until the economy improves. They are also focusing some 70% of their research/engineering budget on environmentally friendly technologies. In addition, much of their focus is going to be on the upcoming launch of Nissan's electric car.

For 2009, there are only a few confirmed new product launches. The new G37 and 370Z convertibles being the only new North American product.

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I would not be surprised to see a 'mid-cycle' update for the Rogue delayed until 2012 (normally it would be scheduled for 2011, on the 4th model year) and an all new model in 2014. Our first indicator will be an updated Qashqai/Dualis model. They are a year 'younger' than the Rogue and would likely see an update first.

Post by **Ryepow** » Thu Jul 16, 2009 11:40 am

Thanks for the compliments. Here is one more... Enjoy!

Post by **crayb** » Thu Jul 16, 2009 12:46 pm

The Murano is a much larger vehicle and the front of it is HIDEOUS!! The Ford Escape, Rav-4, and numerous other small utes offer V6 engines that are very popular with buyers. It's all in what you want. I like HP.

I own a G35 and can imagine what type of vehicle the Rogue "could" be with the Nissan V6. The EX is unattractive to me as well, test drove it several times.

Ryepow, those wheels look awesome on the Rogue.

Ray

Post by **philipa_240sx** » Thu Jul 16, 2009 3:22 pm

I love HP too... but I also like good fuel economy.

Too bad Nissan doesn't offer the 280HP 2.0L turbo motor from the last gen X-Trail anymore... that would move the Rogue with some authority!

Post by **jon'snissan** » Sun Dec 13, 2009 1:59 pm

Love your renderings. I happen to have a few of my own as well (I am a novice photoshop user). So, tell me what you think!!

Jon'sNissan

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Post by **going rogue** » Sun Dec 13, 2009 3:03 pm

Your pictures are not visible, jon. Please try again.

Post by **Couz** » Sun Dec 13, 2009 5:31 pm

The front grill is amazing.

Post by **Qashqai** » Sat Jul 16, 2011 7:25 pm

Thank god you are not a designer for Nissan. All of them looked terrible.

Post by **casperfun** » Sat Jul 16, 2011 8:17 pm

Post by **TaiLuu** » Sat Jul 16, 2011 9:13 pm

I could see Nissan going with that type of front end for the 2nd Gen.
The Maxima, Z,Gtr,Juke has the sharp slim headlamp look. I'm pretty excited to see the 2nd Gen Rogue now.

Qashqai wrote:Thank god you are not a designer for Nissan. All of them looked terrible.

x2 lol I hate 370zs so much lol
But I hope the 2nd Gens look more aggressive than cute Casper looking cars.
Like the Maxima the meanest Nissan of all !

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