Nissan Rogue generations: every model year, engine and price

By CarWhere Research · Updated

The Nissan Rogue has had three US generations: 2008–2013, 2014–2020 and 2021 to today. The 2027 gas Rogue starts at $29,690 with a 201-hp 1.5L VC-Turbo three-cylinder and CVT. Nissan also sells a 225-hp e-POWER Rogue Hybrid from $35,490 and a 248-hp Rogue Plug-in Hybrid from $45,990.

Type
Compact crossover SUV (FWD or AWD)
Price (MSRP)
$29,690–$43,490 (2027 MY) · MSRP excl. $1,575 destination. Low = gas Rogue S FWD; high = Rogue Hybrid Platinum AWD. The gas Rogue tops out at $39,790 (Platinum). The 2026 Rogue Plug-in Hybrid is $45,990–$49,990.[1][2][3]
Powertrains
Rogue 1.5L VC-Turbo (FWD), Rogue 1.5L VC-Turbo (AWD), Rogue Rock Creek, Rogue Hybrid (e-POWER), Rogue Plug-in Hybrid · 201–248 hp
Towing
up to 1,500 lb (Nissan's rating for the gas Rogue when properly equipped; the Rogue Hybrid is also rated at 1,500 lb.)[9]
Current generation
Third generation, 2021–present

2027 Nissan Rogue price and trims

Nissan redesigned the Rogue for 2021 and switched it to a 1.5L VC-Turbo three-cylinder for 2022. For 2027 the gas Rogue keeps five grades with standard FWD or Intelligent AWD (AWD only on Rock Creek and Platinum) and gets retuned CVT behavior. The SL grade was dropped with the 2026.5 mid-cycle change.[18][19][20][21][22]

Nissan Rogue trims with 2027 model-year base MSRP (USD) and powertrains
TrimMSRP (2027)Powertrain
S$29,690FWD; AWD $31,090. Excl. $1,575 destination (2027 MY)1.5L VC-Turbo 3-cylinder (201 hp, 225 lb-ft), Xtronic CVT[18]
SV$30,690FWD; AWD $32,090. Excl. $1,575 destination (2027 MY)1.5L VC-Turbo 3-cylinder (201 hp, 225 lb-ft), Xtronic CVT[18][22]
Dark Armor$33,540FWD; AWD $34,940. Excl. $1,575 destination (2027 MY)1.5L VC-Turbo 3-cylinder (201 hp, 225 lb-ft), Xtronic CVT[18][22][21]
Rock Creek$34,590AWD only. Excl. $1,575 destination (2027 MY)1.5L VC-Turbo 3-cylinder (201 hp, 225 lb-ft), Xtronic CVT[18][22]
Platinum$39,790AWD only. Excl. $1,575 destination (2027 MY)1.5L VC-Turbo 3-cylinder (201 hp, 225 lb-ft), Xtronic CVT[18][22]

Every Rogue trim compared, with standard equipment and previous-generation prices →

Nissan Rogue engines, horsepower and mpg

EPA has not yet posted 2027 gas Rogue ratings; the figures shown are EPA's 2026 ratings. Nissan quotes 28/33/30 mpg (S/SV FWD) for the 2027 car after its CVT retune. The Hybrid has no EPA rating yet: Nissan's internal estimate is 41/36/38 mpg for the SR and 41/35/37 for SV and Platinum. EPA rates the Plug-in Hybrid at 64 MPGe with 38 miles of electric range and 420 miles total.

Nissan Rogue powertrains with Nissan-rated output and EPA fuel economy (city/highway/combined)
VersionEngineHorsepowerTorque (lb-ft)TransmissionDriveEPA mpg (city/hwy/comb)
Rogue 1.5L VC-Turbo (FWD)S, SV, Dark Armor1.5L VC-Turbo 3-cylinder[1][4][5]201225Xtronic CVTFWD29/36/322026 MY[5]
Rogue 1.5L VC-Turbo (AWD)S, SV, Dark Armor, Platinum1.5L VC-Turbo 3-cylinder[1][4][6]201225Xtronic CVTIntelligent AWD28/35/312026 MY[6]
Rogue Rock CreekRock Creek1.5L VC-Turbo 3-cylinder[1][7]201225Xtronic CVTIntelligent AWD27/32/292026 MY[7]
Rogue Hybrid (e-POWER)SV, SR, Platinum1.5L turbo 3-cylinder generator (148 hp) + front and rear electric motors[8][2]225—Direct electric drive (e-POWER)Dual-motor electric AWD—
Rogue Plug-in HybridSL, PlatinumPlug-in hybrid gas-electric powertrain[3]248322—Intelligent AWD—

Output is as rated by Nissan; fuel economy is the EPA estimate. "—" means no official figure was found.

Rogue gas vs Hybrid vs Plug-in Hybrid

Starting prices exclude $1,575 destination. The gas and Hybrid Rogues are 2027 models; the Plug-in Hybrid is a 2026.[1][2][8][3][5][9]

Rogue gas vs Hybrid vs Plug-in Hybrid
Rogue (gas)Rogue HybridRogue Plug-in Hybrid
Starting MSRP$29,690$35,490$45,990
Output201 hp / 225 lb-ft225 hp (system)248 hp / 322 lb-ft
DriveFWD or AWDAWD (dual motor)AWD
Fuel economyEPA 32 mpg comb. (2026 FWD)Nissan est. up to 38 mpg comb.EPA 64 MPGe; 38 mi electric
Plug in?NoNoYes
Towing1,500 lb1,500 lb—
  • The Hybrid costs $5,800 more than a gas Rogue S but includes AWD, which is a $1,400 option on the gas car.
  • Only the Plug-in Hybrid can drive meaningful distances on electricity alone.

What the Rogue's VC-Turbo engine does

Since 2022 every gas Rogue uses a 1.5-liter three-cylinder Variable Compression Turbo. A multi-link mechanism changes the engine's compression ratio on the move, so it can run high compression for efficiency and lower compression for boost. Nissan rates it at 201 hp and 225 lb-ft, up from 181 hp and 181 lb-ft for the 2021 car's 2.5L four-cylinder.

Nissan first used variable compression on a 2.0L four-cylinder in the 2019 Altima and Infiniti QX50. The Rogue's three-cylinder version added higher-pressure fuel injection. For 2027 Nissan retuned the Rogue's CVT to go with it.[12][11][1]

Rogue Hybrid: how e-POWER differs from a normal hybrid

The 2027 Rogue Hybrid is the first e-POWER Nissan in the US. Its 1.5-liter turbo three-cylinder (148 hp) never drives the wheels: it acts only as a generator, charging a 1.67 kWh battery and shutting off when the battery has enough charge. A 202-hp front motor and a 134-hp rear motor do all the driving, for 225 hp combined and standard all-wheel drive.

It does not plug in. Nissan estimates up to 41 mpg city and 38 mpg combined from internal testing, pending EPA figures. It is built at Nissan Motor Kyushu in Japan and is rated to tow 1,500 lb, the same as the gas Rogue.

  • Three grades: SV $35,490, SR $37,490, Platinum $43,490
  • e-Pedal one-pedal driving
  • Curb weight 4,065–4,167 lb
  • [8][2][9]

Rogue Plug-in Hybrid

Nissan's first US plug-in hybrid reached dealers in February 2026 in SL ($45,990) and Platinum ($49,990) grades, both with Intelligent AWD. Nissan rates total output at 248 hp and 322 lb-ft, enough to make it quicker than the gas Rogue.

EPA estimates 38 miles of all-electric driving on a full charge, 420 miles of total range and 64 MPGe combined. Unlike the e-POWER Hybrid, it needs to be plugged in to use its electric range.[3]

Gas, Hybrid or Plug-in: which Rogue is which

The three 2027-era Rogues share a name but differ in drive system and price. The gas Rogue is the only one with front-wheel drive and the cheapest by about $5,800. Both electrified versions have standard AWD and use electric motors to drive the wheels for at least part of the time.[1][2][3]

Nissan Rogue generations by year

Every US Nissan Rogue generation with model years and engines, newest first
GenerationUS model yearsEnginesNotes
Third generation2021–present2.5L 4-cylinder (181 hp, 181 lb-ft, 2021); 1.5L VC-Turbo 3-cylinder (201 hp, 225 lb-ft, 2022–); e-POWER Rogue Hybrid (225 hp, 2027–); Rogue Plug-in Hybrid (248 hp, 2026–)Launched at $25,650 in October 2020 with S, SV, SL and a new Platinum grade, each with FWD or AWD. The VC-Turbo replaced the 2.5L for 2022 with 11% more horsepower and 24% more torque. Rock Creek arrived for 2025; the 2026.5 update dropped SL and added Dark Armor.[10][11][12][13][2][3]
Second generation2014–20202.5L 4-cylinder (170 hp, 175 lb-ft) with Xtronic CVT; EPA also lists a 2.0L Rogue Hybrid for 2017–2019Totally redesigned for 2014 and moved to production in Smyrna, Tennessee, on the CMF platform shared with Renault. An optional 50/50 third-row seat was offered. The smaller Rogue Sport sold alongside it from 2017 (EPA lists it through 2022).[14][15][16]
First generation2008–2013 (Rogue Select 2014–2015)2.5L 4-cylinder QR25DE (170 hp, 175 lb-ft) with Xtronic CVTWent on sale in September 2007 as a 2008 model, built in Kyushu, Japan, with Nissan expecting a starting price around $20,000. When the redesign arrived, Nissan kept the old car on sale as the Rogue Select from January 2014; EPA lists it for 2014 and 2015.[17][15][16]

Nissan Rogue problems and recalls

The biggest documented Rogue problems are engine recalls on the 1.5-liter VC-Turbo (2021–2025), wiring connectors that corrode from footwell water and salt on 2008–2016 models, and a jackknife-key recall covering 2014–2020. CVT powertrain coverage on 2014–2018 Rogues was extended to 84 months or 84,000 miles under a class settlement.

Documented Nissan Rogue issues and NHTSA recall campaigns
IssueGenerationYearsType
VC-Turbo engine oil can break down and damage bearings (recall 26V080)[23]Third generation (2021 onward)2023–2025Recall 26V080
VC-Turbo throttle body gears may break (recall 26V081)[24]Third generation (2021 onward)2024–2025Recall 26V081
VC-Turbo engine bearings may have manufacturing defects (recall 25V437)[25]Third generation (2021 onward)2021–2024Recall 25V437
Gear selection may not show on the instrument panel (recall 26V419)[26]Third generation (2021 onward)2026Recall 26V419
Rearview camera screen may go blank (recall 24V748)[27]Third generation (2021 onward)2024–2025Recall 24V748
Front seat belt pretensioners may be faulty (recall 24V156)[28]Third generation (2021 onward)2023Recall 24V156
Fuel pump may overheat and fail (recall 21V957)[29]Third generation (2021 onward)2021Recall 21V957
Second-row child seat tether anchors may be poorly welded (recall 21V474)[30]Third generation (2021 onward)2021Recall 21V474

All 24 documented Rogue issues and 22 recalls, with symptoms and pre-purchase checks →

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Frequently asked questions

How many generations of Nissan Rogue are there?

Three in the US: 2008–2013, 2014–2020 and 2021 to today. The first-generation car was also sold as the Rogue Select for 2014 and 2015 alongside the redesigned model.

When did the Rogue get the 1.5L VC-Turbo three-cylinder?

For the 2022 model year. It replaced the 2021 Rogue's 181-hp 2.5L four-cylinder and is rated at 201 hp and 225 lb-ft.

Is there a Nissan Rogue Hybrid?

Yes. The 2027 Rogue Hybrid uses e-POWER: a 1.5L engine works only as a generator and two motors drive all four wheels, for 225 hp. It starts at $35,490. EPA also lists an earlier Rogue Hybrid for 2017–2019.

How much does the 2027 Nissan Rogue cost?

The gas Rogue runs from $29,690 (S FWD) to $39,790 (Platinum), and the Rogue Hybrid from $35,490 to $43,490, all before $1,575 destination.

What gas mileage does the Rogue get?

EPA rates the 2026 Rogue FWD at 29 city / 36 highway / 32 combined mpg and the AWD at 31 combined. Nissan quotes EPA estimates of 28/33/30 mpg for the 2027 S and SV FWD.

How much can a Nissan Rogue tow?

Up to 1,500 lb when properly equipped, according to Nissan. The Rogue Hybrid has the same 1,500-lb rating.

Sources

Prices and output are as published by Nissan for the model year shown; fuel economy is from the EPA. Equipment changes between model years, so confirm a specific vehicle against its original paperwork or build sheet.

  1. Award-winning 2027 Nissan Rogue priced from $29,690 (Sep 21, 2026) — Nissan USA Newsroom (usa.nissannews.com)
  2. A new kind of hybrid in its class: All-new 2027 Nissan Rogue Hybrid debuts in the U.S. (Sep 21, 2026) — Nissan USA Newsroom (usa.nissannews.com)
  3. 2026 Nissan Rogue Plug-in Hybrid pricing starts at $45,990 (Feb 10, 2026) — Nissan USA Newsroom (usa.nissannews.com)
  4. 2027 Nissan Rogue Specs & Trims — Nissan USA (nissanusa.com)
  5. EPA fuel economy: 2026 Nissan Rogue FWD — fueleconomy.gov (U.S. DOE / EPA)
  6. EPA fuel economy: 2026 Nissan Rogue AWD — fueleconomy.gov (U.S. DOE / EPA)
  7. EPA fuel economy: 2026 Nissan Rogue AWD Rock Creek — fueleconomy.gov (U.S. DOE / EPA)
  8. 2027 Nissan Rogue Hybrid Press Kit — specifications (Sep 2026) — Nissan USA Newsroom (usa.nissannews.com)
  9. Nissan Vehicle Questions & Answers (Aug 24, 2026) — Nissan USA Newsroom (usa.nissannews.com)
  10. All-new 2021 Nissan Rogue U.S. MSRP starts at $25,650 (Oct 5, 2020) — Nissan USA Newsroom (usa.nissannews.com)
  11. 2021 Nissan Rogue Press Kit — Nissan USA Newsroom (usa.nissannews.com)
  12. 2022 Rogue to feature Nissan's all-new 1.5-liter VC-Turbo engine (Nov 17, 2021) — Nissan USA Newsroom (usa.nissannews.com)
  13. 2025 Nissan Rogue pricing starts at $29,230 (Aug 19, 2024) — Nissan USA Newsroom (usa.nissannews.com)
  14. 2014 Nissan Rogue Press Kit — Nissan USA Newsroom (usa.nissannews.com)
  15. Nissan to Continue U.S. Sales of Current Generation Rogue - Renamed Rogue Select (Sep 27, 2013) — Nissan USA Newsroom (usa.nissannews.com)
  16. EPA model-year listings: Nissan Rogue 2008–2026 — fueleconomy.gov (U.S. DOE / EPA)
  17. 2008 Nissan Rogue Press Kit (Jul 1, 2007) — Nissan USA Newsroom (usa.nissannews.com)
  18. Award-winning 2027 Nissan Rogue priced from $29,690 (Sep 21, 2026) — Nissan USA Newsroom (usa.nissannews.com)
  19. 2023 Nissan Rogue pricing starts at $27,360 (Aug 30, 2022) — Nissan USA Newsroom (usa.nissannews.com)
  20. 2022 Rogue to feature Nissan's all-new 1.5-liter VC-Turbo engine (Nov 17, 2021) — Nissan USA Newsroom (usa.nissannews.com)
  21. 2026.5 Nissan Rogue priced from $29,490, adds striking new Dark Armor grade (Jul 29, 2025; updated Feb 2026) — Nissan USA Newsroom (usa.nissannews.com)
  22. 2027 Nissan Rogue Specs & Trims — Nissan USA (nissanusa.com)
  23. Recall 26V080: Engine Failure — NHTSA (via data.transportation.gov recall dataset)
  24. Recall 26V081: Gears in the Electronic Throttle Body May Break — NHTSA (via data.transportation.gov recall dataset)
  25. Recall 25V437: Engine Failure — NHTSA (via data.transportation.gov recall dataset)
  26. Recall 26V419: Instrument Panel May Fail to Display Selected Gear/FMVSS 102 — NHTSA (via data.transportation.gov recall dataset)
  27. Recall 24V748: Rearview Camera Image May Not Display/FMVSS 111 — NHTSA (via data.transportation.gov recall dataset)
  28. Recall 24V156: Seat Belts May Not Restrain Occupants/FMVSS 208 — NHTSA (via data.transportation.gov recall dataset)
  29. Recall 21V957: Fuel Pump May Overheat — NHTSA (via data.transportation.gov recall dataset)
  30. Recall 21V474: Second Row Seatback Improperly Welded/FMVSS 225 — NHTSA (via data.transportation.gov recall dataset)

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