Buying new car- Nissan Rogue?

[bcv513]

I like the Rogue too.

Here is what my cheap self has done. I go looking as soon as next year's models come out. They will have brand new models in the current year that they need to move to make room. I've found that those are the best deals

Edit: I think when that time is depends on each maker

[blindyswife]

I have zero car buying advice. But, I have a Rogue and I love it. Mine isn't fancy with a rear view camera, though. H and I both think it drives beautifully. I've never had any brand allegiance to any type of car before, but I can see myself buying another Nissan in the future. (I want a minivan so badly! The Quest looks so cool to me.)

[tequilamockingbird]

I have a Rogue. I absolutely love driving it. I have the backup camera and I love that too! I do wish it was a bit roomier, but since you don't need a lot of room, it seems like it would be a good fit for you.

This is my second Rogue and when I traded the first Rogue in, they had changed what is standard on the different Rogue models. I wasn't thrilled with losing some features, and it seems weird what some models have and others don't.

I'd definitely buy one again, but since I need more room I'll probably be looking at the Murano and hoping it's as fun to drive

[elleblue]

Jul 5, 2013 13:33:28 GMT -5 specialk said:

I really want to buy a new car. Mine is an eleven year old bright yellow sedan and I would like to upgrade to an SUV or a crossover. I have been looking at various models, and it's currently between the Toyota Rav4 and the Nissan Rogue. I am not horribly picky but one thing I really want is a rearview camera. I am leaning towards the Rogue because I don't need as much storage space as the Rav4 offers and think the size would suit me better. 

H thinks I am being irresponsible by wanting to look now because he is afraid that I will impulsively buy something if I test drive it and love it (which isn't an unreasonable concern) and he believes that prices will go down in September so I should wait until then. He is right that this would be somewhat of an emotional buy for me because I could really use something to be happy and excited about, and that isn't a real reason to jump the gun and make a huge purchase. OTOH, I did do a fair bit of research.

So basically, are prices really that much cheaper in September? Any car buying advice in general? If you have a Rogue, what do you think of it?

It depends on the car manufacturer, but usually in Aug/Sept the prices go down because they're trying to get rid of current stock to make way for the next year's models. I'd wait to look until August, keeping my eyes peeled for good deals.

[lostmonkeyatikea]

I just got a Rogue a couple of days ago. We were also considering the RAV 4. We ended up going with the Rogue because was got a great deal on it through Nissan rebates, 0% financing, and wheeling and dealing with the dealer. We also have a good friend at the dealer who really hooked us up. In short, it was too good of a deal to pass up. We also have a Maxima and it has been a good car, so we hope based on our experience with that car that the Rogue would be a solid purchase.

For me, it came down to the camera. The model I got has the 360 surround camera. I am horrible at parking, and live in a city, so even though it may seem silly, it was important to me, as was the navigation. I thought the trunk sizes between the Rogue and RAV 4 were comparable, as were the way they both handled. I did like that there was slightly more storage in the RAV 4 on the console, but it wasn't a deal breaker for me. I thought the seats in the Rogue was more comfortable, and the finishes inside were nicer.

Anyway, my advice would be just to keep an eye on the deals. The rebate I got expired on June 30, the day we got the car, but it seemed like Nissan had more deals than Toyota in general. I don't think there is any harm in waiting - there may be Labor Day sales in September. I had read on Edmunds that July through September is when you can get the best deals, so I think your timing is good.

Feel free to PM me with any questions! I love it - I am super picky and haaaaate car shopping, but getting this car was a breeze and I actually feel like I got a great deal, which I've never felt after car buying before. Good luck!

[LynnWriter]

I love the Rogue! Don't have one now but I may get one in January.

[cbwm1]

We've had our Rogue for 2 1/2 years and we love it so, so much. I love all the space in the trunk. And really, it's super roomy all over. The back up camera is awesome - I use it allllll the time.

Nissans have great resale value too.

Whenever someone is looking for a new car, I tell them to go with a Rogue!

[Deleted]

Love all this. A rogue is the front runner for us, with rav4 and crv close behind. Used.

[Deleted]

I love mine. I've had it going on two years and it's great. I love the space of it. I had a small Ford Focus before and I've been so pleased with the upgrade in space. It's not too big but it's big enough I can lay the seats down and move a dresser in it (from experience lol).