Nissan Adds New Rogue Krom Edition, Featuring Sporty Styling, Exclusive 17-Inch Wheels, Sport-Tuned Exhaust

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Fri Oct 23, 2009 1:30pm EDT

Nissan Adds New Rogue Krom Edition, Featuring Sporty Styling, Exclusive
17-Inch Wheels, Sport-Tuned Exhaust





FRANKLIN, Tenn., Oct. 23 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Nissan North America, Inc.
(NNA) today announced the latest addition to its Krom specialty vehicles
lineup, the 2010 Nissan Rogue Krom edition, which is scheduled to go on sale
at Nissan dealers nationwide in December 2009. The new Rogue Krom edition is
designed to offer a unique dimension to traditional compact sport utility
vehicles with its aggressive sport styling, exclusive 17-inch wheels and a
center-exit sport-tuned exhaust.  Nissan also offers a Krom edition of the
popular Nissan cube®.


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The limited production Rogue Krom edition is available in both front-wheel and
all-wheel drive configurations and in just three exterior colors - Venom Red,
Wicked Black and Gotham Gray.


Built on the solid foundation of the Rogue S, the Krom edition adds 17-inch
brilliant finish aluminum-alloy wheels with P225/60R Continental Conti 4x4
Contact tires and a unique grille embedded in the aggressive front fascia with
integrated fog lights.  In the rear, the Rogue Krom edition includes a boldly
styled sport fascia with integrated center-exit exhaust, a body-colored rear
spoiler and rear privacy glass.  Body-colored power outside mirrors, a Krom
emblem and steering wheel-mounted audio controls complete the Krom equipment
modifications.


"The new Krom edition expands Rogue's already strong appeal, bringing its
unmistakable sporty and active design to buyers seeking to stand out from the
crowd of ordinary compact SUVs," said Pat Steiner, director, Specialty
Vehicles Group, NNA.  "Just as our NISMO models add enhanced performance
straight from the factory, the Krom lineup offers intriguing, customized
design right off the showroom floor."


Based at NNA headquarters in Franklin, Tenn., the Specialty Vehicles Group was
formed in August 2006 to develop niche derivatives of Nissan vehicles. 


"Krom adds a level of style and appearance, along with a sense of intrigue,
excitement and self-expression.  The Krom name suggests 'cars with attitude,'
rather than a literal interpretation of chrome wheels or trim," added Steiner.
 "We leverage our speed and flexibility in bringing exciting new products to
market - faster and for less than 'mainstream' models."


About the 2010 Nissan Rogue
The 2010 Nissan Rogue crossover SUV continues to satisfy both the functional
needs of the buyers and their emotional needs - including the versatility
provided by a large 58 cubic feet of cargo space.  For 2010, Rogue is
available in three offerings, Rogue S, Rogue SL and the intriguing Rogue Krom
edition - each equipped with a standard 170-horsepower 2.5-liter 4-cylinder
engine, Nissan's advanced Xtronic CVT(TM) (Continuously Variable
Transmission), Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC), 4-wheel disc brakes with
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) and available with an intuitive All-Wheel Drive
system.  Rogue SL and Rogue Krom include 17-inch aluminum-alloy wheels. 
Chrome door handles are now standard on all Rogue models.


Rogue's interior includes a driver-oriented cockpit with available
leather-appointed seating surfaces, heated seats and 6-way power driver's
seat.  Versatility is enhanced by numerous convenient storage and
ultra-functionality features, including an oversized glove compartment, a
large center console and an innovative available rear cargo organizer. 
Available technology features include Nissan Intelligent Key(TM), Bluetooth®
Hands-free Phone System, XM® Satellite Radio (XM® subscription required, sold
separately) and a powerful Bose®-developed audio system with Nd® Richbass®
woofer and MP3 playback. 


Rogue also offers a long list of standard safety features, including front
seat-exit side impact supplemental air bags and roof-exit curtain side impact
supplemental air bags with rollover sensor for front and rear-seat outboard
occupant head protection.  


For 2010, Rogue S models are available with a new 360 degree Value Package,
which includes unique 16-inch aluminum-alloy wheels, privacy glass, integrated
rearview mirror rearview monitor, auto-dimming rearview mirror, a rear spoiler
and chrome grille.  


About Nissan North America
In North America, Nissan's operations include automotive styling, engineering,
consumer and corporate financing, sales and marketing, distribution and
manufacturing.  Nissan is dedicated to improving the environment under the
Nissan Green Program 2010, whose key priorities are reducing CO(2) emissions,
cutting other emissions and increasing recycling.  More information on Nissan
in North America and the complete line of Nissan and Infiniti vehicles can be
found online at www.NissanUSA.com and www.infinitiusa.com.


SOURCE  Nissan North America, Inc.

Nissan Product Public Relations, Darryll Harrison, +1-615-585-9265, or John
Schilling, +1-615-725-5264, both of Nissan North America, Inc.
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