The short answer
2027 Model Updates
The 2027 gas-powered Rogue features a retuned Xtronic CVT for smoother, more linear acceleration and crisper throttle response. Additionally, Nissan is introducing an all-new Rogue Hybrid model that comes standard with dual-motor electric all-wheel drive.
Updated November 2026 by Campbell Nissan of Edmonds
201 hp
Gas engine output
30 mpg
Max combined fuel economy
74.1 cu ft
Max cargo capacity
Early 2027
Hybrid range availability
The gas-powered 2027 Nissan Rogue gets one change Nissan describes: its engineers further enhanced the performance of the Xtronic Continuously Variable Transmission. The larger headline for 2027 is the all-new Rogue Hybrid.
So the 2027 story has two parts. If you were already eyeing a Rogue, the familiar recipe carries on with refined transmission behavior. If you have been waiting for a hybrid version, that is the one to study.
What changed
What actually changed on the gas Rogue for 2027?
Nissan's announcement for the 2027 Rogue focuses on the transmission. Engineers went back to the Xtronic CVT and further enhanced its performance for this model year. The new tuning delivers a smoother, more linear acceleration profile, with crisper throttle response. Nissan has not announced any other feature or color changes compared with 2026.
The engine itself is the Variable Compression Turbo, or VC-Turbo. Nissan rates it at 201 horsepower at 5,600 rpm and 225 lb-ft of torque from 2,800 to 4,000 rpm. Around Edmonds, where the streets climb steeply away from the waterfront, that mid-range torque is what you feel when you pull up a hill from a stop, and it is the right place to judge the retuned transmission on a test drive.
Status check
2027 Rogue: what is confirmed, new and still unannounced
| Topic | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Xtronic CVT | New for 2027 | Retuned for a smoother, more linear pull and crisper throttle response. |
| Engine | Confirmed | The VC-Turbo is rated at 201 horsepower. |
| Grades and drivetrain | Confirmed | S, SV, Rock Creek, Dark Armor and Platinum, with front-wheel drive or available Intelligent AWD. |
| Fuel economy | Confirmed | EPA-estimated up to 30 mpg combined on the front-drive S and SV. |
| Rogue Hybrid | New for 2027 | An all-new model that launches as the AWD SR with the SR Technology Package. |
| Gas Rogue on-sale date | Not announced | Not announced yet |
| Single-color paint list | Not announced | Not announced yet |
| Rogue Plug-in Hybrid | Not announced | Not announced yet |
Powertrain
How is the 2027 Rogue Hybrid different?
Everything in this section applies only to the all-new Rogue Hybrid. Every Rogue Hybrid comes with dual-motor electric all-wheel drive as standard, so there is no front-drive version to choose around.
The rollout is staged. The Hybrid first launches as the all-wheel-drive SR with the SR Technology Package, and Nissan says the full range of SV, SR and Platinum will be available in early 2027.
For drivers who want all-wheel drive without adding an option, that standard electric AWD is the detail worth weighing against the gas Rogue's front-drive starting point.
The lineup
Which grades does the gas Rogue offer?
The 2027 Rogue comes in S, SV, Rock Creek, Dark Armor and Platinum grades, with standard front-wheel drive and available Intelligent All-Wheel Drive. Each grade has a distinct personality:
- Rock Creek adds Falken Wildpeak all-terrain tires, Hill Descent Control and a unique front fascia.
- Dark Armor brings black 19-inch wheels and gloss black exterior trim.
- Platinum moves up from the 8-inch color display used on S, SV, Dark Armor and Rock Creek to a 12.3-inch HD color display.
Dual 12.3-inch screens with Google built-in are also available. Platinum also has the most cargo room behind the second row, covered below.
Powertrain
Gas Rogue fuel economy by drivetrain
Here are the EPA-estimated fuel economy figures for the 2027 gas Rogue:
- S and SV with front-wheel drive: up to 28 mpg city, 33 mpg highway and 30 mpg combined.
- S, SV, Dark Armor and Platinum with AWD: 27 mpg city, 32 mpg highway and 29 mpg combined.
- Rock Creek with AWD: 26 mpg city, 31 mpg highway and 28 mpg combined.
AWD and drive modes
Available Intelligent AWD includes five drive modes: Standard, Eco, Sport, Off-Road and Snow. That Snow setting earns its place in this part of Washington, especially on winter drives over the mountain passes.
Cabin space and driver assistance
The Rogue seats five, and the second row is a reclining 60/40 split bench for three, with second-row A/C vents. Cargo space is 31.6 cubic feet behind the second row on S, SV, Dark Armor and Rock Creek. On Platinum, the Divide-N-Hide system in its low position opens up 36.5 cubic feet, and folding the second row gives you 74.1 cubic feet.
For highway cruising, ProPILOT Assist is available and provides steering assistance that helps make highway driving more convenient.
Decision guide
Which 2027 Rogue fits the way you drive?
A front-drive S or SV for the daily commute
If your miles are mostly errands and freeway commuting, the front-drive S and SV carry the best EPA estimates in the gas lineup, at up to 30 mpg combined. Take one over your usual route to feel the retuned CVT where it counts.
Rock Creek for mountain weekends
For weekend trips toward Cascade trailheads, Rock Creek is the natural starting point because of its all-terrain tires and Hill Descent Control. Plan a test drive that includes a steep Edmonds hill to get a feel for it.
The Rogue Hybrid if you want electric AWD on every version
Dual-motor electric all-wheel drive is standard on every Rogue Hybrid, and the first ones arrive as the SR with the SR Technology Package. Nissan says the SV and Platinum Hybrid grades arrive in early 2027.
Questions about the 2027 Nissan Rogue? Talk with the Campbell Nissan of Edmonds team.
Still open
What Nissan has not announced yet
For the 2027 Rogue, Nissan names three two-tone combinations: Everest White Pearl, Champagne Silver Metallic and Boulder Gray Pearl, each paired with a Super Black roof. A few other details have not been announced:
- The full list of single-color paint options for the gas Rogue.
- Interior colors by grade.
- An on-sale date for the gas 2027 Rogue.
- Any 2027 version of the Rogue Plug-in Hybrid.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the 2027 Rogue Hybrid the same as the regular Rogue?
No. The Rogue Hybrid is an all-new model, and every one comes with dual-motor electric all-wheel drive as standard.
What engine is in the gas 2027 Nissan Rogue?
It uses a VC-Turbo engine rated at 201 horsepower and 225 lb-ft of torque, according to Nissan.
Does every 2027 Rogue have all-wheel drive?
The gas Rogue comes standard with front-wheel drive, and Intelligent AWD is available. Every Rogue Hybrid has dual-motor electric AWD as standard.
What drive modes does the 2027 Rogue's AWD offer?
Intelligent AWD includes Standard, Eco, Sport, Off-Road and Snow modes.
When can I get a Rogue Hybrid Platinum?
Nissan says the full Hybrid range, including Platinum, will be available in early 2027.
What gas mileage does the 2027 Rogue get?
EPA estimates reach 30 mpg combined on front-drive S and SV models, while AWD versions are rated at 29 mpg combined, or 28 on the Rock Creek.
How much cargo room is in the 2027 Rogue?
Most grades offer 31.6 cubic feet behind the second row, Platinum reaches 36.5 with Divide-N-Hide set low, and the maximum is 74.1 cubic feet with the second row folded.
Which two-tone colors are offered on the 2027 Rogue?
Everest White Pearl, Champagne Silver Metallic and Boulder Gray Pearl can each be paired with a Super Black roof.
More Helpful Questions
What specifically does the Rock Creek trim add for off-road use?
The Rock Creek grade includes Falken Wildpeak all-terrain tires, Hill Descent Control, and a unique front fascia.
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Drive the 2027 Rogue at Campbell Nissan of Edmonds
A retuned transmission is something you feel rather than read about, and the same goes for weighing the gas Rogue against the new Hybrid. See what is on the Campbell Nissan of Edmonds new vehicle page, and send us your questions about grades, drive modes or Hybrid timing before you head over.