Nissan has done everything from affordable sports cars to rugged work trucks over the years, but a plug-in hybrid is new territory for the GT-R, Z, and Titan manufacturer. The 2026 Rogue Plug-in Hybrid is Nissan’s first such vehicle in the United States, one the automaker said is designed to meet the needs of active families. Fresh off its debut at the 2025 Los Angeles Auto Show in late November, the 2026 Rogue Plug-in Hybrid is now rolling into Nissan dealerships.
Two trim levels are available, the SL and Platinum. Nissan has announced a starting MSRP of $47,990 for the SL and $51,485 for the Platinum. Those figures include the $1,495 destination charge.
American consumers can now expect the average new vehicle price to be at or above $50,000. Nissan is in the middle here, under the average with the SL and above it with the Platinum. While the hybrid powertrain and other features are the same between the two trim levels, there are a few differences to account for the price jump.
What’s the sameTech and safety features
Shared features between the SL and Platinum include a nine-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and wired Android Auto, Bluetooth streaming for phone and audio, a wireless charging pad, and front and rear USB-A and USB-C ports. Both the SL and Platinum feature acoustic-laminated door glass to minimize road noise.
Shared active safety features include lane departure and blind-spot warnings, rear cross-traffic alert, and rear automatic braking, among others.
What’s differentA few creature comforts
Where the two models differ is in things like the steering wheel. Both the Platinum and SL have a leather-wrapped steering wheel, although it’s heated in the Platinum. Both trim levels have heated front seats, with the Platinum having heated rear seats.
Premium trim levels add a nine-speaker Bose stereo and two 120-volt, 1,500-watt power outlets in the rear, which can power small devices for weekend outings.
While the Platinum offers some nice features, it seems more practical to go with the SL and save on the overall purchase price. With a starting MSRP of $47,990 for the SL and $51,485 for the Platinum (including the $1,495 destination charge), it would be an initial savings of nearly $3,500.
More room and more connectivity featuresAlthough you can just sleep too!
As Nissan said, it designed the 2026 Rogue Plug-in Hybrid for active families, evidenced by some of the little things about the vehicle that might not be immediately noticeable. For example, the rear doors open to 70 degrees to provide more room for getting in and out. The second row slides and folds for better access to the third row, which is a nice area for kids to retreat to.
Kids can stream content on up to seven compatible devices during long trips via the Wi-Fi hotspot offered by NissanConnect services. The connected services program, which also includes Google built-in (Assistant, Maps, and Play), is offered for one year at no cost. Second-row passengers who simply want to unplug and sleep will find that the retractable sunshades will help them do just that.
Powertrain, charging, and rangeQuicker acceleration
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The powertrain package for the 2026 Nissan Rogue Plug-in Hybrid comprises a 2.4-liter four-cylinder gasoline engine, two electric motors, and a 20-kWh lithium-ion battery pack. Total system output is 248 horsepower and 332 lb-ft. of torque, which Nissan said is enough to give the Rogue Plug-in Hybrid quicker acceleration versus its gasoline-only counterpart. Max towing capacity, when properly equipped, is 1,500 lbs.
Every 2026 Rogue Plug-in Hybrid is standard with a 3.5 kW onboard charger and a J1772 charging port. According to Nissan, a full charge can be achieved in 7.5 hours via a Level 2 home charger (240-volt).
2026 Nissan Rogue Plug-in Hybrid EPA-estimated fuel economySeven drive modesPeace of mind for nasty weather
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The 2026 Rogue Plug-in Hybrid has a few tricks up its sleeve for bad weather, rough roads, and other less-than-ideal conditions. All-wheel drive is standard along with Hill Start Assist and Hill Descent Control. Seven drive modes dial in the all-wheel-drive system’s performance and are available on demand: Normal, Power, Eco, Tarmac, Gravel, Snow, and Mud.
Nissan is looking to provide peace of mind with this stack of features. For example, all-wheel drive provides better traction and grip during the winter, while Hill Descent Control is an ideal feature for mild off-roading or navigating down a steep road when it’s snowing or covered with ice.
Meanwhile, Hill Start Assist holds the brakes for a moment on an incline, giving drivers time to move their foot to the accelerator. Where I went to college, in Council Bluffs, Iowa, there are some steep hills in the neighborhoods just off Kanesville Boulevard, where Hill Start Assist would come in handy.
Rogue Hybrid e‑POWER coming soon
The 2026 Nissan Rogue Plug-in Hybrid is available now. Set to debut in late 2026 is the 2027 Rogue Hybrid e‑POWER. Although details are slim, Nissan said the vehicle will deliver smooth and quiet acceleration without the need for external charging. Nissan also said the Rogue Hybrid e‑POWER has technologies and features designed specifically for buyers in the United States and Canada.
