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The new Nissan X-Trail only hit South African streets earlier this year, but its near-identical Rogue sibling from the US has been around since 2020 in its current guise.
Unsurprisingly the latter has been given a facelift for 2024 and given how similar the two models are in their current guises, it’s very likely that these changes will make their way to the X-Trail models in other markets . . . eventually.
We say eventually as the fourth-generation X-Trail only debuted in markets such as Europe and Australia in 2022, so it’s likely that its facelift will only follow around 2025.
The facelifted Nissan Rogue sports a revised front end with a new, and somewhat more subtle variation of Nissan’s “V-Motion” grille. At the back we see new taillight innards and satin-finished exterior badges, while range-toppers also gain new 18-inch alloy wheels.
Inside we see fresh colours and textures, but the big news is the new Google-powered 12,3-inch HD touchscreen infotainment system. This integrates well-known apps such as Google Assistant, Google Maps and Google Play, which can be used without pairing or plugging in a phone.
The US engine line-up remains as before, but it’s interesting to note that the Rogue’s base engine in that market is a 1,5-litre Variable Compression Turbo petrol engine, paired with a CVT gearbox.
This could certainly be a decent replacement for the dated 2,5-litre normally aspirated mill that does duty in South African models.
“Nissan continues to enhance its best-selling crossover and reinforce the company’s commitment to bringing the latest technology to its most popular vehicles,” said Nissan USA.
“The 2024 Nissan Rogue receives a bold exterior refresh and significant available technology upgrades to make every trip more convenient and better connected. Building on its strong core of family-friendly design, flexible storage space and an efficient turbocharged powertrain, the 2024 Rogue becomes even more attractive.” — IOL Motoring
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