Nissan may have been slow in bringing hybridization to U.S. models, but it’s reportedly introducing its unusual e-Power tech to America soon, and it plans to develop its more common plug-in hybrid and extended-range EV systems, too. In the meantime, the Japanese automaker is relying on Mitsubishi and its Outlander PHEV, rebadging it as the 2026 Rogue PHEV. That’s not necessarily a bad thing, but Nissan has just announced pricing for its first plug-in hybrid for the American market, and it’s notably higher than that of the vehicle it rebadged. While a 2025 Outlander PHEV starts at $40,445 (2026 models haven’t arrived yet), the 2026 Nissan Rogue PHEV has a base MSRP of $45,990 for the SL trim. Opt for the nicer Platinum grade, and you’ll pay at least $49,990 (excluding destination and handling at $1,495).
What the 2026 Nissan Rogue PHEV Offers for the Money
The Rogue PHEV is here to keep Nissan customers who want an electrified vehicle happy until Nissan’s internally developed alternatives arrive, and with a total driving range of 420 miles, it’s not a bad choice. Turn off the engine, and Nissan estimates an all-electric range of 38 miles, with an EPA rating os 64 MPGe. With the full force of the powertrain under your right foot, you get a combined system output of 248 horsepower and 322 lb-ft of torque, which Nissan says will be enough to outpace a non-hybrid Rogue (its 1.5-liter three-cylinder turbo makes 201 hp, delivered to the asphalt through a CVT). But while the non-hybrid Rogue is available as a front-wheel-drive vehicle, the Rogue PHEV is only offered with AWD.
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Inside, both trims of the Rogue PHEV get a 12.3-inch driver display and a nine-inch touchscreen infotainment setup with wireless Apple CarPlay. Android Auto users, however, will need to plug in both their crossovers and their smartphones. At least there are four USB ports (two in front, two at the back), and both trims come with heated front seats, Nissan Safety Shield 360 driver aids, and a leather-wrapped steering wheel. The extra four grand spent on the Platinum buys a 10-inch head-up display, a nine-speaker audio system from Bose, a power panoramic sunroof, and leather seats. The rears also gain warmers here, helping reduce complaints from the back seat in the middle of winter.
Nissan Rogue Range Continues to Expand in 2026
Fortunately, this plug-in doesn’t replace the gas-only 2026 Rogue. Nissan also says an all-new 2027 Rogue Hybrid e-POWER will be launched toward the end of this year. Last year, Automotive News reported that Nissan originally intended to launch this second hybrid in the first half of 2027, but it’s now set to introduce it in October. The decision was reportedly made because the loss of the $7,500 federal tax credit has lowered the automaker’s expectations for sales of the Rogue PHEV to under 10,000 units in 2026. With the Toyota RAV4 proving popular as always, the Rogue will have its work cut out for it, whatever the powertrain.
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