NISSAN ROGUE VARIABLE COMPRESSION TURBO ENGINE
A customer asks why Rogue has a VC-Turbo engine when turbo engines are for sports cars. What are two ways to respond?
- Explain that a wide range of vehicles have a turbocharged engine, including diesel-powered construction equipment, "big rig" interstate trucks, light aircraft — and sports cars - Say that many Rogue competitors use turbo technology to help provide more power
A customer asks if the Rogue VC-Turbo engine is reliable because it's new with a lot of moving parts. What are three ways to respond?
- Explain that the engine isn't "new" — Nissan began developing it in 1998 - Point out that it has been available in Altima since model year 2019 - Share that the engine had 20 years of development, millions of miles on the road, and 30,000 hours of testing
What are some benefits of the Rogue VC-Turbo engine?
- Power on demand to confidently merge into traffic or climb hills - Fuel efficiency that might mean reduced operating costs - The ability to have both power and fuel efficiency in one compact engine
What are three Demonstration Drive tips for the VC-Turbo engine?
- Prepare your customer for what to expect with the lower compression ratios - Describe what's happening with the higher compression ratios - Reiterate the runner analogy as they experience the different compression ratios
What can the Rogue VC-Turbo engine do?
- Provide better fuel efficiency at the higher compression ratios - The compression ratio can move anywhere between 8:1 and 14:1 - Provide more power at the lower compression ratios
Why is it possible to get a VC-Turbo engine in an all-wheel-drive (AWD) Rogue but not an AWD Altima?
- Sales projections for an AWD Altima VC-Turbo engine did not justify the added production costs - Rogue sales projections justified the added production costs for an AWD VC-Turbo engine
A customer asks about or expresses concern that the Rogue VC-Turbo has three cylinders. What are some ways to respond?
- Share that 3-cylinder engines are available from other manufacturers, including Ford, BMW, and MINI - Have your customer forcefully accelerate during the Demonstration Drive to experience the power - Explain that the technology allows the 3-cylinder VC-Turbo to produce excellent power and outstanding fuel economy
What are some tips for an effective VC-Turbo engine Demonstration Drive?
-Choose a route that will allow your customer to fully experience the VC-Turbo, such as a freeway - Point out how the compression ratios and turbo boost change in real time on the Variable Compression Turbo screen
Which describes the Rogue VC-Turbo engine?
1.5-liter 3-cylinder
The Rogue VC-Turbo engine offers the following horsepower and torque:
201 hp @ 5,600 rpm and 225 lb-ft @ 2,800-4,000 rpm
What is the best way to generate excitement for the Rogue VC-Turbo engine?
Conduct an effective Demonstration Drive
When does the VC-Turbo engine use higher compression ratios?
During highway cruising, while coasting, and idling
At lower compression ratios ___________.
The combustion chamber size increases and the turbocharger packs in more air, so more fuel can be burned
Which statement best describes the higher VC-Turbo engine compression ratios?
They are like a marathon runner — they achieve better fuel efficiency
Which statement best describes the lower VC-Turbo engine compression ratios?
They are like a sprinter — they deliver more power on demand
When does the VC-Turbo engine use lower compression ratios?
Under hard acceleration or a heavy load
