Nissan Shows 2027 Rogue, Confirms Xterra’s Return in U.S.

by Michael Strong

Published: April 14th, 2026

nissan shows 2027 rogue confirms xterras return in u s

While revealing the next step in its recovery plan, Nissan revealed the all-new 2027 Rogue while confirming what had basically been previously announced: the Xterra is coming back in the U.S.

Nissan’s top-selling SUV gets a new look for the 2027 model as well as new hybrid powertrain. The e-Force hybrid was born out of the company’s new focus on AI-Defined Vehicles. Introducing an all-new powertrain on the brand’s bestselling ute implies the level of confidence the company has in the new setup.

"Rogue has long been at the heart of Nissan's success in the U.S. and Canada, and the next generation represents a major step forward for this incredibly important model," said Ponz Pandikuthira, senior vice president, Chief Product & Planning Officer, Nissan Americas.

"With hybrid e‑Power, the all-new Rogue will bring the smooth, responsive feel of electric motor driving to one of the most popular compact SUVs in North America, while staying true to what customers value most — efficiency, confidence and everyday usability."

The new powertrain represents a new approach to smaller SUV for Nissan, but it’s not a new technology. It uses a gasoline-powered engine to generate electricity to charge the batteries that power the vehicle.

In fact, Nissan’s used it on more than 2 million other vehicles since 2016, officials noted. Other automakers have also used this configuration, and it’s becoming increasing popular again, with many labeling it an extended-range hybrid or extended-range electric vehicle (E-REV). The company declined to offer specifications, such as power output or range, saying those will be released closer to the new Rogue’s arrival in the second half of this year.

However, the news that likely has Nissan fans atwitter is confirmation that the Xterra off-roader is returning as a body-on-frame SUV sometime in the second half of 2028. The company offered a teaser shot of what’s to come and, unsurprisingly, it bears little resemblance to the SUV Nissan discontinued in 2015.

“Nissan is exploring a family of five U.S.-built models on a new body-on-frame platform including the all-new Xterra, with potential expansion to pickups and multi-row SUVs across Nissan and Infiniti brands,” the company noted.

With capability being the key to a future Xterra’s success, it will be part of a model family that will feature V6 or new V6 Hybrid powertrains.

[Images: Nissan]

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Michael Strong

Michael Strong has spent more than 25 years writing about the automotive industry. A Detroit-area native, he’s written about everything from local car shows to product reviews to financial news. Currently he writes and edits for a variety of national and local publications. He’s also a longtime member of the Automotive Press Association and the International Motor Press Association, and a graduate of Georgia Southern University. Hail Southern! Despite a love for ’70s land yachts and BMWs from the late ’80s and early ’90s, his personal vehicle is neither of those.

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Ty on Apr 16, 2026

And BTW, Nissan...don't know how to tell you this ... But you ruined the Sentra. I mean completely. Bring back the very attractive gen you just killed. Or I will have to turn to Civic.

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YellowDuck on Apr 17, 2026

Personally love the series hybrid concept, and would consider buying an SUV / CUV with the RamCharger drivetrain. I'll have a look at this Rogue when it is released.

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