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3 Signs Your Nissan Needs Maintenance at Nissan of Bowie in Bowie, MD

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Regular maintenance ensures your Nissan always works as smoothly and efficiently as it's designed to. Old, worn parts are replaced before they develop issues that can reduce performance. As your Nissan dealership in Bowie, MD, we want to tell you a few signs you may need to visit us for Nissan maintenance very shortly.

Leaking Coolant

Coolant is a mixture of antifreeze and water, and it's used to remove excess heat from the engine compartment. When the engine temperature reaches 180 F, coolant is released and moves swiftly through the engine, absorbing heat in the process. The heat is then transported to the radiator, where it's removed by heat exchange. Without the continued movement of the coolant, your engine will rapidly overheat and suffer damage.

If you have a coolant leak, pressure in the cooling system will drop, and the remaining coolant will slow. This causes the engine temperature to rise. Fortunately, you can usually spot a coolant leak as the liquid is available in bright colors like pink, green, yellow, and blue. Coolant could also leak into your engine, turning your exhaust smoke thick and white. We'll trace and repair the leak to fix this problem.

Vibrations when Braking

Your Nissan should come to a smooth stop when you hit the brakes, and the only thing you should feel is deceleration. If your steering wheel vibrates when you apply the brakes, this usually means there's a problem with one or more brake rotors. The brake rotors are the smooth, flat discs positioned behind your wheels. When you brake, the calipers grab the rotors, and the brake pads inside the calipers generate friction that stops your Nissan.

Braking generates heat, and this can cause brake pad adhesive to liquefy. Liquid adhesive can spread across a rotor, drying quickly due to contact with the hot metal. As time passes, the dried adhesive builds up, creating an irregular rotor surface. When a caliper grabs the irregular surface, you'll feel vibrations. We solve this problem by resurfacing the affected rotor to smooth its surface.

Noisy AC

Your car AC makes almost no sound as it delivers cold air on demand. If you start to hear rustling, grinding, clunking, or other odd noises, something is wrong with the AC. Rustling noises usually mean dirt, leaves, or other small debris are lodged in the AC ducts and need removal.

Grinding or clunking could mean broken AC bearings, loose components, or other possible damage. Worn or damaged AC parts will worsen and could potentially cause the AC to fail. Our technicians will find and fix the problem.

Contact our service department today at Nissan of Bowie in Bowie, MD.

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What's My Car Worth as a Trade-In? A Bowie, MD Guide

Your trade-in value depends mostly on your vehicle's year, mileage, condition and current market demand. The quickest way to get a number is the online trade-in estimate on our site; Nissan of Bowie then confirms the final value when we see the vehicle at 2200 Crain Hwy in Bowie. In Maryland, your trade-in can also lower the tax you pay on your next vehicle. Last reviewed September 25, 2026. What decides what my car is worth? Year, make, model and trim. Some models hold value better than others, and higher trims usually bring more. Mileage. Lower miles for the vehicle's age generally mean a higher value. Condition. Body damage, worn tires, interior wear and warning lights all lower the number. Clean, well-kept vehicles appraise higher. History. Accidents and title issues reduce value. Service records help show the vehicle was maintained. Market demand. What similar vehicles are selling for right now in the Maryland market matters as much as the vehicle itself. How do I get a trade-in estimate? Start online. Enter your vehicle's details on our Value Your Trade page for an estimate before you visit. Bring the vehicle in. Our team looks at condition, mileage and history in person to confirm the final number. Apply it to your next vehicle. The trade value goes toward your purchase and lowers the amount you pay or finance. An online estimate is a starting point, not a final offer, because condition can only be confirmed in person. Does a trade-in lower my tax in Maryland? Yes. When you buy from a dealer, Maryland calculates the vehicle excise (titling) tax on the price after the trade-in allowance is subtracted. The rate is 6.5% for most vehicles as of July 1, 2025, according to the Maryland MVA. Example: on a $35,000 vehicle with a $10,000 trade-in, tax is figured on $25,000. At 6.5%, that is $1,625 instead of $2,275, a difference of $650. This example is illustrative; your figures depend on the actual price, trade value and fees. What if I still owe money on my car? You can still trade it in. The lender's payoff amount is settled as part of the purchase. If your trade is worth more than you owe, the difference goes toward your next vehicle. If you owe more than it is worth (negative equity), the difference has to be paid or added to your new loan, which raises your payment, so it is worth knowing your payoff before you shop. What should I bring? Your title, or your lender's name and account information if you still owe on it Current registration All keys and key fobs Service records, if you have them How can I get the most for my trade? Clean it inside and out, and remove personal items. Bring every key. A missing key fob can lower the offer. Take care of small, inexpensive fixes like a burned-out bulb. Have your service records ready. Next step Get your trade-in estimate, then browse new Nissan inventory or pre-owned vehicles. If you plan to finance, you can also apply online first. Nissan of Bowie is at 2200 Crain Hwy, Bowie, MD 20716; sales is at (301) 867-7464. Trade-in values are estimates until the vehicle is inspected in person and depend on condition, mileage, history and market conditions. Tax example is illustrative only and is not tax advice; taxes and fees depend on the actual transaction. See Nissan of Bowie for details.

What 0% APR Actually Means for Your Car Payment

0% APR means you pay no interest: every dollar of your payment goes toward the amount you financed. On Nissan's current offer that works out to $16.67 a month for every $1,000 financed over 60 months, for qualified buyers through NMAC, through November 2, 2026. The real catch is credit approval and, sometimes, giving up cash back. Last reviewed September 25, 2026. How does 0% APR work? APR is the yearly cost of borrowing, including interest and certain fees. At 0%, that cost is zero, so the lender is simply splitting the amount you financed into equal monthly pieces. It is usually offered by the manufacturer's finance company, in this case Nissan Motor Acceptance Company (NMAC), as a way to help sell specific new models. You still pay taxes, tags and fees, either up front or rolled into the amount financed. What's the payment per $1,000 financed? On the current Nissan offer it is $16.67 per month for every $1,000 financed over 60 months, through November 2, 2026. That figure is just $1,000 divided by 60 months, rounded to the cent. To estimate your own payment, divide the amount you plan to finance by 1,000 and multiply by 16.67. $20,000 financed: 20 × $16.67 = $333.40 a month $30,000 financed: 30 × $16.67 = $500.10 a month These examples are before taxes and fees, and your down payment changes the amount financed, so your real number will differ. Because $16.67 is rounded, your retail installment contract shows the exact payment. Which vehicles have 0% APR right now? Through November 2, 2026, 0% APR for 60 months applies to new 2026 Nissan Rogue, Frontier, Pathfinder, Murano and Rogue Plug-In Hybrid models from dealer stock. Frontier S trims are excluded. If you are still choosing between Rogue trims, our 2026 Rogue trims guide or Murano trim guide can help. Why is it only 60 months? Because that is the term Nissan set for this offer. The 0% rate is tied to the 60-month term; it does not stretch to longer terms. A shorter term also means you build equity faster, since each payment is pure principal. If a 60-month payment is more than you want, a larger down payment or a trade-in lowers the amount financed. You can ask us what rates apply to other terms, but do not assume they are 0%. Who qualifies for 0% APR? Qualified buyers financing through NMAC, subject to NMAC credit approval, vehicle eligibility and residency restrictions. Not all buyers qualify. NMAC uses credit tiers, and the 0% rate goes to applicants who land in the qualifying tier. We cannot tell you a specific credit score that guarantees approval, because NMAC looks at more than a single number. The practical way to find out where you stand is to get pre-approved before you pick a vehicle. Is 0% APR better than cash back? It depends on the numbers. Manufacturers sometimes offer a choice: 0% financing or a cash rebate with standard-rate financing, not both. Offers are separate and cannot be combined. Here is a transparent comparison using hypothetical figures, not a current Nissan offer. Hypothetical setup: a $30,000 amount to finance, a hypothetical $3,000 rebate, and a hypothetical 6.9% APR from a bank or credit union, both over 60 months. Option Amount financed Monthly payment Total paid over 60 months 0% APR $30,000 $500.10 $30,006.00 Hypothetical $3,000 rebate at hypothetical 6.9% $27,000 $533.36 $32,001.56 The rebate payment uses the standard loan formula: payment = amount × r ÷ (1 − (1 + r) raised to the power of −60), where r is the APR divided by 12 (here, 0.069 ÷ 12 = 0.00575). In this example, 0% saves about $33 a month and about $1,996 over the loan. At 6.9%, the rebate would need to be roughly $4,689 or more before it came out ahead. A lower outside rate or a bigger rebate can flip the answer, and if you are paying cash, a rebate is usually the simpler win. What does "no payments until January 1, 2027" mean? It is a separate offer on select vehicles for qualified buyers financing through NMAC, through December 30, 2026. Your first payment is not due until January 1, 2027. It is not a payment holiday on interest: interest and finance charges, if applicable, accrue according to your retail installment contract. It cannot be combined with the 0% APR offer, so compare the two on your own numbers. Next step The fastest way to know whether 0% APR fits your budget is to see what you are approved for. Get pre-approved online, then compare eligible models on our current specials page. Nissan of Bowie is at 2200 Crain Hwy, Bowie, MD 20716, serving Prince George's County and nearby Central Maryland; sales is at (301) 867-7464. Frequently asked questions Is there really no interest at 0% APR? Yes. At 0% APR there is no interest charge on the amount financed. You still pay taxes and fees, and those can be added to the amount you finance. Can I use 0% APR on a used or certified pre-owned vehicle? No. The current 0% offer applies to eligible new 2026 models from dealer stock, through November 2, 2026. Pre-owned shoppers can look at the separate $500 off qualifying pre-owned vehicles offer, also through November 2, 2026. Does a down payment change my payment at 0%? Yes. Every $1,000 you put down lowers the payment by about $16.67 a month on the 60-month offer, because there is no interest to offset. Can I combine 0% APR with other offers? No. Offers are separate and cannot be combined. If more than one offer applies to a vehicle, we can show you the numbers side by side. 0% APR for 60 months at $16.67 per month per $1,000 financed on new 2026 Nissan Rogue, Frontier (excluding S trims), Pathfinder, Murano and Rogue Plug-In Hybrid from dealer stock, for qualified buyers financing through NMAC; offer ends November 2, 2026. Subject to NMAC credit approval, vehicle eligibility and residency restrictions. Not all buyers qualify. No payments until January 1, 2027 on select vehicles for qualified buyers financing through NMAC through December 30, 20 26; interest and finance charges, if applicable, accrue according to the retail installment contract. $500 off qualifying pre-owned vehicles through November 2, 2026; qualifying inventory only. Offers are separate and cannot be combined. Payment examples exclude taxes, title, registration and fees; down payment varies. Rebate and outside-rate figures in the comparison are hypothetical, for illustration only, and are not current offers. This article is general information, not financial advice. See Nissan of Bowie for complete details.

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2026 Nissan Rogue vs. Toyota RAV4 vs. Honda CR-V: Price, Power and MPG Compared

The 2026 Nissan Rogue, Toyota RAV4 and Honda CR-V are all five-seat compact SUVs with available all-wheel drive, but they take different approaches. The Rogue has the lowest starting price of the three and a 201-hp turbocharged gas engine. The 2026 RAV4 is sold only as a hybrid or plug-in hybrid and leads on fuel economy. The CR-V offers both a gas engine and a hybrid. Below are the numbers side by side, from each automaker. Figures are from Nissan, Toyota and Honda for the 2026 model year. Starting prices exclude destination charges. Last reviewed September 21, 2026. 2026 Rogue vs. RAV4 vs. CR-V at a glance 2026 Nissan Rogue 2026 Toyota RAV4 2026 Honda CR-V Starting MSRP (base trim, FWD)* $29,490 (S) $31,900 (LE Hybrid) $30,920 (LX 2WD) Powertrain 1.5L VC-Turbo gas, CVT Hybrid or plug-in hybrid only 1.5L turbo gas or hybrid Horsepower 201 hp 226 hp (FWD hybrid) / 236 hp (AWD hybrid) 190 hp (gas) / 204 hp (hybrid) EPA combined mpg (best) 32 mpg (FWD) Up to 44 mpg (hybrid FWD) 30 mpg (gas 2WD) / 40 mpg (hybrid 2WD) Cargo behind rear seat About 36 cu. ft. See Toyota.com 39.3 cu. ft. (gas) / 36.3 cu. ft. (hybrid) Rugged trim Rock Creek Woodland TrailSport Hybrid *Starting MSRP excludes destination: Nissan Rogue per Nissan; RAV4 LE Hybrid per Toyota ($1,450 destination not included); CR-V LX 2WD per Honda's $32,315 price, which includes a $1,395 destination charge. Taxes, title, registration and dealer fees are extra. Price: the Rogue starts lowest At $29,490, the Rogue S is the least expensive of the three to start, about $1,430 below the CR-V LX and $2,410 below the RAV4 LE Hybrid, before destination. The Rogue SV, which adds 18-inch wheels, LED headlights and ProPILOT Assist, starts at $30,490. Power and fuel economy: RAV4 leads on mpg, Rogue on gas-engine power If fuel economy is the top priority, the RAV4's hybrid-only lineup is rated up to 44 mpg combined, and the CR-V Hybrid up to 40. Among the gas engines, the Rogue's 201-hp VC-Turbo makes more power than the CR-V's 190-hp turbo and is rated up to 32 mpg combined versus 30 for the gas CR-V. Space and features The gas CR-V has 39.3 cubic feet of cargo room behind the rear seat; the Rogue and CR-V Hybrid are close at about 36. On the Rogue, Nissan Safety Shield 360 is standard, ProPILOT Assist comes on the SV, and the Dark Armor adds a panoramic moonroof, heated front seats and steering wheel and an around-view camera. See the full breakdown in our 2026 Rogue trims guide. Which compact SUV is right for you? Lowest starting price and a turbo gas engine: Nissan Rogue. Highest fuel economy and a hybrid is a must: Toyota RAV4. Want the choice of gas or hybrid in one model: Honda CR-V. The easiest way to decide is to drive them. At Nissan of Bowie you can test-drive a Rogue on Crain Highway and Route 50 and compare it with what you have driven elsewhere. Rogue offers at Nissan of Bowie Through November 2, 2026, Nissan of Bowie has 0% APR for 60 months or $3,500 customer cash ($4,500 on Platinum) on new 2026 Nissan Rogue models for qualified buyers ($16.67 per month per $1,000 financed at 0%, with approved credit through NMAC). Customer cash and special APR cannot be combined. See all October Nissan specials in Bowie, MD. See 2026 Rogues in stock · Get pre-approved · Value your trade Nissan of Bowie, 2200 Crain Hwy, Bowie, MD 20716. Sales: 301-867-7464. Frequently asked questions Which is cheaper, the 2026 Rogue, RAV4 or CR-V? By starting MSRP before destination, the Nissan Rogue S ($29,490) is lowest, followed by the Honda CR-V LX ($30,920) and the Toyota RAV4 LE Hybrid ($31,900). Is the 2026 Toyota RAV4 available without a hybrid? No. Toyota sells the 2026 RAV4 as a hybrid or plug-in hybrid only. Which has more horsepower, the Rogue or the CR-V? The Rogue's 1.5-liter VC-Turbo makes 201 hp. The CR-V makes 190 hp with its gas engine and 204 hp as a hybrid. Which gets the best gas mileage? The 2026 RAV4 Hybrid, rated up to 44 mpg combined. The CR-V Hybrid is rated up to 40 and the Rogue up to 32. 2026 Nissan Rogue: $3,500 customer cash (S, SV, Rock Creek, Dark Armor) or $4,500 (Platinum) on retail purchase of new vehicles from dealer stock; not available with NMAC special APR or lease. 0% APR for 60 months = $16.67 per month per $1,000 financed, with approved credit through NMAC. Not all buyers qualify. Customer cash and special APR cannot be combined. Offers end 11/2/26 and are subject to change by Nissan. Competitor specifications and prices are from Toyota and Honda published 2026 model-year info rmation and may change; verify with the manufacturer. See NissanofBowie.com or dealer for complete details.

Prices do not include additional fees and costs of closing, including government fees and taxes, any finance charges, any dealer documentation fees, any emissions testing fees or other fees. All prices, specifications and availability subject to change without notice. Contact dealer for most current information. Dealership is not responsible for typographical errors. Please see dealer for all details. All discounts are after qualifying Nissan incentives on current selections. Additional costs include taxes, tags, processing fees (not applicable by law), the Appearance package, 360 Shield Package and no hidden fees. All prices specifications and availability to change without notice. All prices and discounts are in stock units only. Dealership is not responsible for typographical errors. Please contact dealer for current information. Please see dealer for all details!