Overview
Nissan’s popular Rogue compact SUV is set for a redesign for the 2027 model year, and that includes a major overhaul for the Rogue Hybrid model. Instead of renaming the Mitsubishi Outlander Hybrid again, Nissan is going a new route, including an all-wheel drive version of its ePower hybrid powertrain.
SUVs with the series hybrid ePower system have been on sale in other parts of the world, and we had the chance to test drive a European-spec Nissan Qashqai, with front-wheel drive and 202 hp. At city speeds, the gasoline engine remains off, but turns on to charge the battery once the kilowatts are low. What brings the ePower system closer to Honda’s hybrid system is that the turbocharged inline-three engine doesn’t drive the wheels directly.
Expert tip: Other traditional parallel hybrid systems, such as those in the Hyundai Tucson Hybrid and the Toyota RAV4, use an electric motor to supplement the gas engine’s power, and can only travel short distances at low speeds on electricity alone.
What’s new for 2027?
Despite a short production run of just one model year (2026), the previous generation Rogue Hybrid has been discontinued in favor of an all-new second-generation model for 2027.
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Prices and which ones to buy
It’s too early to say how much the 2027 Rogue Hybrid will cost, but we expect it to see Nissan’s normal four-trim structure, with a starting price around where the gas-powered Rogue leaves off. As we learn more about the new Rogue Hybrid, we’ll update this story with details.
Engine, transmission and performance
- Hybrid powertrain: 1.5-liter three-cylinder and two electric motors
- Powertrain: four-wheel drive
We’re not sure yet how much combined horsepower it will make, but the 2027 Rogue Hybrid will be powered by an all-wheel drive version of the ePower hybrid system used in the European Qashqai SUV. Unlike a traditional parallel hybrid system, ePower is a series hybrid, which uses a 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol engine as a generator to keep the battery charged, while the electric motors provide power to the wheels.
As more information becomes available, we will update this story with more details about:
- 0-60 MPH times
- Towing and loading capacity
- Fuel economy and real MPG
- Interior, comfort and luggage
- Infotainment and connectivity
- Safety and driver assistance features
- Warranty and maintenance coverage
- CD Test results and specifications
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