Nissan last week announced that it will preview two new machines at the North American International Autoshow this coming January. The Rogue, set to go on sale next year as a 2008 model, is Nissan's first entry
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| Nissan Rogue sketch (Photo: Nissan) |
into the small crossover segment. The Rogue was hinted at earlier this year with a partial sketch released to the press accompanying some text calling it the next "big shift" from the Japanese automaker.It will join Nissan's current selection of SUV's, trucks and crossovers which includes the Murano and Pathfinder. Rogue boasts inspired handling, an innovative, versatile interior and the capability of an all-wheel-drive system. It's got some big shoes to fill as well, since it will replace the X-Trail in the Canadian market. Also set to take the stage at the NAIAS is a new concept called the Nissan Bevel. An advanced design study penned in California, the Bevel is described by Nissan as a small, multi-purpose vehicle with great big utility. Bevel features a function-inspired design and high-utility interior.