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Designed for Your Day: A Guide to Nissan's Smart Convenience & Access Features

Technology That Simplifies Your Life

Juggling groceries in a sudden Indiana downpour, forgetting your sunglasses in the back seat, or fumbling for keys in the dark-we've all been there. Nissan engineers have designed a suite of thoughtful convenience and access features that work to eliminate these small daily frustrations, making your life simpler and your drive more enjoyable.

From effortless keyless entry and hands-free cargo access to smart in-cabin storage and alerts, these technologies are designed for real life in the Indianapolis area. Discover how these smart features can streamline your day at Ed Martin Nissan of Fishers.

Effortless Entry & Cargo Access

Nissan's convenience features are designed to remove the small points of friction from your daily routine, making every interaction with your vehicle smoother and more intuitive. From getting in the car with your hands full to loading up the trunk, these systems are engineered for real-world use.

Nissan Intelligent Key®: Your Keyless Command Center

The Nissan Intelligent Key® is the heart of your vehicle's access system, transforming how you get in and get going. With the fob in your pocket or purse, you can lock and unlock doors with a simple touch of the handle and start the engine with the Push Button Ignition. On many new models, this is enhanced with Approach Unlock, which senses the key as you get near the vehicle, and Walk Away Lock, which automatically secures the doors as you leave, for an even more seamless and secure experience.

Motion-Activated Liftgate: The Hands-Free Helper

Have your hands full with groceries, sports gear, or luggage? No problem. On Nissan SUVs like the Rogue, Pathfinder, and Murano, the available Motion-Activated Liftgate is the ultimate convenience. When the Intelligent Key® is in your pocket or purse, simply make a quick kicking motion under the center of the rear bumper, and the rear hatch opens automatically, allowing you to load and unload without ever setting your items down.

Smart In-Cabin Comfort & Organization

Nissan's commitment to convenience extends deep inside the cabin with thoughtful features designed to enhance comfort, reduce clutter, and bring order to your busy life.

Heated Steering Wheel: Your Best Friend on a Frosty Morning

On a frosty morning in Fishers, nothing beats the feeling of a warm steering wheel. Nissan's available Heated Steering Wheel is a must-have Indiana feature that quickly takes the chill off your hands, making your winter commute far more comfortable. The system is designed to heat up rapidly and then maintain a constant, comfortable temperature. Better yet, it fully integrates with the Remote Engine Start with Intelligent Climate Control, meaning on cold days, your steering wheel will already be warming up for you before you even step outside.

Divide-N-Hide® Cargo System: Organize Your Life

Exclusive to the Nissan Rogue, the innovative Divide-N-Hide® system is a masterclass in flexibility. It features two adjustable floor panels that can be arranged into six different configurations to perfectly suit your needs.

  • Create a Secure Lower Compartment: Set up a shelf to create a hidden, out-of-sight storage area for valuables like a laptop bag or purse.
  • Prevent Tipping: Raise one panel to create a vertical divider, perfect for keeping grocery bags upright on the drive home from the store.
  • Protect Fragile Items: Use the shelf configuration to create an upper deck for delicate items, preventing them from getting crushed by heavier cargo below.
  • Maximize Height: Lower or remove the panels completely to create a deeper cargo floor, providing maximum vertical space for taller items like plants or boxes.

Rear Door Sunshades: Comfort for Your Most Important Passengers

Keep your little ones comfortable and protected from the bright sun with available integrated Rear Door Sunshades. Found in family-focused SUVs like the Rogue, Pathfinder, and Murano, these built-in shades are a simple, elegant solution for making the back seat a more pleasant place to be. Unlike flimsy aftermarket solutions, they are custom-fit to the window and retract neatly into the door panel when not in use, providing a clean, premium look.

A Simple Feature That Could Save a Life: Rear Door Alert

One of Nissan's most thoughtful innovations began not in a boardroom, but from a real-life experience. Invented by two Nissan engineers who are also mothers, Marlene Mendoza and Elsa Foley, the idea for the Rear Door Alert system was born after one of them accidentally left a pan of lasagna in the back seat overnight. That simple mistake made them ask, "What if that had been something far more important?"

This led to the creation of a simple but brilliant innovation that is now standard on all four-door Nissan models. The system doesn't use cameras or sensors to detect objects; instead, it uses intelligent door sequence logic.

How the Alert Sequence Works

  • System Activation: The system activates the moment you open a rear door before starting your trip. It remembers that the door was used.
  • Visual Reminder: When you reach your destination and turn off the vehicle, if you haven't opened a rear door again, a notification will appear on your instrument panel display reminding you to "Check Rear Seat for All Articles."
  • Audible Alert: If you exit the vehicle and close the doors without opening a rear door, the system progresses to the next level. It will emit a series of six distinct, gentle chirps from the vehicle's horn—a sound designed to be noticeable enough to get your attention as you walk away.

It's a crucial reminder to check the back seat for your most precious cargo-be it children, pets, or even just your laptop. And because Nissan understands every trip is different, the system is easily configurable. You can choose to have only the display alert, keep the horn alert active, or temporarily disable it for a single trip, all through the settings menu in your driver's display.

Your Guide to Nissan's Convenience Features by Model

These smart features are available across the Nissan lineup, often becoming standard as you move up from the base trims. Here's a quick guide to where you can find these popular convenience and access features.

Feature Primary Models Typical Availability
Intelligent Key® w/ Push Button Start Virtually All Models Standard on SV trims and higher
Heated Steering Wheel Rogue, Pathfinder, Murano, Armada, Ariya, LEAF, Altima, Titan, Frontier Standard on SL/Platinum; Available on SV
Motion-Activated Liftgate Rogue, Pathfinder, Murano, Armada Standard on Platinum; Available on SL
Divide-N-Hide® Cargo Rogue Standard on SV, SL, Platinum
Rear Door Sunshades Rogue, Pathfinder, Murano Available on SL; Standard on Platinum
Rear Door Alert All 4-Door Models Standard on All Trims

Experience a More Convenient Drive at Ed Martin Nissan of Fishers

The best way to see how these features can simplify your daily routine is to try them for yourself. Our team at Ed Martin Nissan of Fishers is ready to give you a full demonstration. Visit us today and find the perfect new Nissan equipped with the smart, convenient technology you need for your busy life.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Nissan's Convenience Features

What is the Nissan Intelligent Key®?

The Nissan Intelligent Key® is a keyless entry and ignition system. It allows you to lock and unlock your doors and start the engine with the push of a button, all while the key fob remains in your pocket or purse.

How do "Approach Unlock" and "Walk Away Lock" work?

These are enhancements to the Intelligent Key®. Approach Unlock automatically unlocks the doors as you get near the vehicle with the key fob. Walk Away Lock automatically secures all doors after you park, turn off the vehicle, and walk away with the fob, providing extra security and peace of mind.

How do you use the Motion-Activated Liftgate?

When the Intelligent Key® is in your pocket or purse, simply make a quick, straight kicking motion under the center of the rear bumper. The sensors will detect the motion and automatically open the rear liftgate, which is perfect for when your hands are full.

Is the Heated Steering Wheel a useful feature for Indiana winters?

Absolutely. A heated steering wheel is one of the most sought-after features for drivers in Fishers and the greater Indianapolis area. It warms up quickly to take the chill off your hands on frosty mornings, making your winter commute significantly more comfortable.

Which Nissan model has the Divide-N-Hide® cargo system?

The innovative Divide-N-Hide® cargo system is an exclusive and highly popular feature found on the Nissan Rogue (SV trims and higher).

What is the Rear Door Alert system?

Rear Door Alert is a standard safety feature on all four-door Nissan models. It intelligently monitors if a rear door was opened before a trip and reminds you with a series of alerts to check the back seat after you park, helping to ensure nothing important-like children, pets, or valuables–is left behind.

Are the Rear Door Sunshades built into the door?

Yes. Unlike aftermarket solutions, the available Rear Door Sunshades are integrated directly into the rear door panels of models like the Rogue and Pathfinder. They can be easily pulled up to provide shade and retracted when not in use for a clean, elegant look.

Is the Nissan Intelligent Key® standard on all models?

While it's not always standard on the base 'S' trim of every model, the Nissan Intelligent Key® with Push Button Start becomes a standard feature on the vast majority of Nissan vehicles starting at the popular SV trim level.

Is a Motion-Activated Liftgate the same as a Power Liftgate?

They are related but different. A Power Liftgate opens and closes with the press of a button. The Motion-Activated Liftgate is an upgrade that adds hands-free capability to the power liftgate, allowing you to open it with a kicking motion.

How many configurations does the Divide-N-Hide® system have?

The Divide-N-Hide® system in the Nissan Rogue is a masterclass in flexibility, offering two adjustable floor panels that can be arranged into six different official configurations to suit your cargo needs.

Which models are best for families looking for Rear Door Sunshades?

The Rear Door Sunshades are a key family-friendly feature found on Nissan's SUVs. They are typically available on the SL trims and standard on the Platinum trims of the Nissan Rogue, Pathfinder, and Murano.

Can I turn the Rear Door Alert off?

Yes, the system is easily configurable through the vehicle's settings menu in the driver's display. You can choose to have the horn alert on or off, or you can temporarily disable the system for a single trip if needed.

Do I need a subscription to use the Nissan Intelligent Key®?

No. The Nissan Intelligent Key® and its keyless entry/start functions are built into the vehicle and do not require any subscription to operate.

Are convenience features like a heated steering wheel available on base models?

Typically, features like the heated steering wheel and motion-activated liftgate are reserved for mid-to-high level trims (SV, SL, Platinum) or are available on the SV trim as part of an optional Premium or All-Weather package.

Where can I test drive a Nissan with these convenience features in Fishers, IN?

You can experience all these smart, convenient features for yourself right here at Ed Martin Nissan of Fishers. Our team is ready to provide a full, hands-on demonstration to show you how they can simplify your daily life.