The all-new Nissan X-Trail/Rogue has made its world debut today at the 2013 Frankfurt Motor Show.
It has lost some of the familiar rugged looks as these were replaced
by a more premium styling with sculptured muscular lines, "boomerang"
taillights and modern 19-inch alloys. Nissan mentions upper-spec models
will get full LED headlights with daytime running lights once the car
goes on sale in the first quarter of next year.
The interior cabin is a blend of chrome, metal and piano black
finishes with a "theater-style" seating arrangement and the possibility
of ordering two extra seats for a seven-seat layout. Lower-spec models
come with a cloth fabric but more expensive versions feature full
leather upholstery with contrasting stitching.
The 2014 X-Trail's rear doors open to almost 80 degrees which enables
an easy access inside the cabin, and those sitting on the middle row
seat now benefit from additional knee room thanks to the elongated
wheelbase. The third row of seats can be folded forward to boost cargo
capacity, whereas the middle row can recline and slide.
It has received the latest generation of Nissan's ALL MODE 4x4i
system controllable by using a rotary switch installed on the center
console. The driver gets to choose between 2WD, Auto mode or Lock which
offers permanent four-wheel drive. The 2014 X-Trail also boasts Active
Ride Control capable of monitoring the road up ahead to spot undulations
and will modify the damping to compensate. Active Engine Brake is also
fitted and can increase engine braking during cornering or when
decelerating to a standstill.
Nissan fitted the new X-Trail/Rogue with Active Trace Control
comprising an on-board sensor monitoring steering angle, speed, braking
effort and throttle opening to brake the wheels individually as a method
of reducing understeer. Lastly, the off-roader will be offered with
Uphill Start Support and Advance Hill Descent Control.
Details about the engine lineup will be disclosed closer to the car's market launch.
Source: Al Ain Japan
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