Nissan Discontinued the Rogue Plug-in Hybrid Model
The automaker has ended the plug-in hybrid after one year to focus on its upcoming e-Power vehicle lineup.
Updated on Oct. 9, 2026 in Electric Vehicles
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Nissan has officially discontinued the Rogue Plug-in Hybrid just one model year after its introduction. The decision to drop the model comes as the company pivots toward the release of its 2027 Rogue Hybrid e-Power lineup in early 2027.
Why it matters
The Rogue PHEV was designed as a temporary solution while Nissan finalized its third-generation e-Power systems. Diminishing federal tax incentives made the plug-in variant less competitive, leading the manufacturer to shift its strategy.
The 2026 Rogue Plug-in Hybrid featured a 20-kWh battery and a 2.4-liter engine, launching at base prices of $45,990 for the SL and $49,990 for the Platinum grade. In contrast, the 2027 Rogue e-Power SV will start at $35,490.
The players
Nissan
This Japanese multinational automobile manufacturer is one of the world's largest producers of electric and hybrid vehicles.
The details
The discontinued plug-in model utilized a CMF-CD platform and a twin-motor all-wheel-drive system. Nissan is now prioritizing its e-Power technology, which uses a 1.67 kWh battery and a 1.5-liter gas engine to generate electricity for the vehicle motors.
Timeline
The original Rogue Hybrid production ended in 2019.
Nissan unveiled the Rogue Plug-in Hybrid in 2026.
Two planned electric SUVs at the Mississippi plant were canceled in May 2026.
The 2027 Rogue e-Power lineup is scheduled for release in early 2027.
Roadmap
The pivot reflects a broader industry retreat from interim plug-in hybrid solutions in favor of proprietary, specialized electrification systems. Nissan is repositioning its portfolio to compete more effectively against rivals by streamlining its platform strategy.
Consumers looking for a plug-in hybrid Rogue will no longer find new 2026 models at dealerships. Potential buyers should instead watch for the more affordable e-Power variants, which carry significantly lower base prices starting at $35,490.
The takeaway
The move marks a departure from short-term plug-in solutions toward more integrated hybrid technology. Buyers should note that while range and tax incentives change, the shift toward e-Power aims to balance efficiency with lower entry prices.
What happens next
Nissan is scheduled to debut the 2027 Rogue Hybrid e-Power lineup in early 2027.
Further reading
For more on the changing landscape of clean transit, explore our Electric Vehicles section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by CarBuzz.
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