Nissan Receives Highest Ranking in 2 J.D. Power 2014 Segments, Notes Ferman Nissan

    TAMPA, FL, February 10, 2015 /24-7PressRelease/ -- For the 2014 U.S. Automotive Performance, Execution and Layout (APEAL) Study conducted by J.D. Power, Nissan of Tampa Bay is pleased to announce that two vehicles, the 2014 Nissan Rogue and 2014 Nissan Quest, have been awarded the highest ranking in their respective segments. (1)

The APEAL study examines what purchasers and lessees enjoy about their new vehicle after 90 days of ownership and considers vehicle performance aspects such as engine and transmission (ride), comfort, convenience, seats and styling, among other elements. (2) New car owners participating in the J.D. Power study evaluate their vehicle across 77 attributes. Based on the responses, the vehicle receives a score on a 1,000-point scale. (1)

According to the results of the APEAL study, the 2014 Nissan Rogue received a segment-best score of 786, making it the most appealing new compact SUV to own and drive. (1) Overall, the Nissan Rogue, which has been fully redesigned for the 2014 model year, is considered an excellent choice for a compact crossover SUV due in part to its upscale look and feel, optional third-row seating, and impressive fuel economy. (3)

Nissan of Tampa would also like to mention the seven-passenger 2014 Nissan Quest, the automaker's uniquely styled minivan that offers one-touch power sliding doors, a comfortable and spacious interior that includes a third-row bench, lots of intriguing features, good fuel economy, and a smooth Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT). (4) With 790 points, the 2014 Quest ranks highest in the minivan segment in the J.D. Power APEAL study. (1)

Guests seeking more information on the 2014 Nissan Rogue compact SUV or the 2014 Nissan Quest minivan are advised to contact their Nissan car dealership in Tampa, Florida. (1)

(1) "Nissan receives highest ranking in two vehicle segments in J.D. Power 2014 U.S. Automotive Performance, Execution and Layout (APEAL) Study." NissanNews.com, USA. http://nissannews.com/en-US/nissan/usa/releases/nissan-receives-highest-ranking-in-two-vehicle-segments-in-j-d-power-2014-u-s-automotive-performance-execution-and-layout-apeal-study?query=APEAL+Study.

(2) "Automotive Performance & Design Ratings - 2014 APEAL Study." J.D. Power. http://autos.jdpower.com/content/study-auto/E5ToZkY/2014-apeal-study-results.htm.

(3) "Review of the 2014 Nissan Rogue." Edmunds.com. http://www.edmunds.com/nissan/rogue/2014/?tab-id=reviews-tab⊂=suv.

(4) "2014 Nissan Quest Expert Review." Kelley Blue Book. http://www.kbb.com/nissan/quest/2014-nissan-quest/.

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