At a glance
The story
Launched for 2008, Rogue courted drivers in their early 30s who wanted utility and individuality. Its name signaled independence; the 2021 redesign added a new platform and a "family hub" cabin.34
Show the numbers
| Year | What happened |
|---|---|
| 2000–2007 | Nissan X-Trail (T30) |
| 2007–2013 | Nissan X-Trail (T31) |
| 2008–2015 | Nissan Rogue (first generation) (S35) |
| 2014–2020 | Nissan Rogue (second generation) (T32) |
| 2021–present | Nissan Rogue (third generation) (T33) |
| 2027–present | Nissan Rogue Hybrid (fourth generation) (T34) |
| 2007 | 2008 Rogue goes on sale |
| 2014 | Seven seats and the first CMF platform |
| 2017 | First Rogue Hybrid: 176 hp |
| 2018 | ProPILOT Assist reaches the 2018 SL |
| 2021 | 2021 redesign builds a family hub |
| 2022 | VC-Turbo: 201 hp from three cylinders |
| 2024 | First Nissan with Google built-in |
| 2026 | Nissan's first U.S. plug-in hybrid |
| 2027 | 2027 Hybrid: motors alone drive the wheels |
- 2007
2008 Rogue goes on sale
The 2008 Rogue arrived in September 2007 with a 170-hp 2.5-liter four, CVT and FWD or AWD; FWD was rated 22/27 mpg city/highway.3
- 2014
Seven seats and the first CMF platform
The 2014 redesign added optional seven-seat packaging and the first CMF platform. A revised CVT cut friction loss 40%; FWD highway economy was rated 33 mpg.5
- 2017
First Rogue Hybrid: 176 hp
The 2017 Rogue Hybrid combined a 2.0-liter four and electric motor for 176 hp; SV and SL versions offered FWD or AWD.67
- 2018
ProPILOT Assist reaches the 2018 SL
Its Platinum Package added hands-on steering, acceleration and braking support for single-lane highways, tuned over about 200,000 U.S. test miles.8
- 2021
2021 redesign builds a family hub
A new platform supported a "family hub" cabin with rear doors opening nearly 90 degrees. Safety Shield 360 became standard across the lineup.49
- 2022
VC-Turbo: 201 hp from three cylinders
VC-Turbo swapped a 2.5-liter four for a 1.5-liter turbo three. Platinum AWD hit 60 mph in 7.8 seconds, but 31 mpg highway trailed 2021's 32 mpg.610
- 2024
First Nissan with Google built-in
The 2024 refresh changed both fascias and the V-motion grille. SL and Platinum gained Google built-in through a 12.3-inch touchscreen.11
- 2026
Nissan's first U.S. plug-in hybrid
The 248-hp 2026 Plug-in Hybrid offered up to 38 EPA-estimated electric miles; its 0–60 mph time was estimated at 6.5–6.6 seconds.1213
- 2027
2027 Hybrid: motors alone drive the wheels
A 1.5-liter turbo engine acts only as a generator; two electric motors deliver 225 hp and standard AWD, without external charging.1415
Every generation

T302000–2007 
T312007–2013 
S352008–2015 
T322014–2020 
T332021–present
Power over the years
From 167 hp to 248 hp in 18 years.
Versions
11 versions worth knowing, with their power.
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Standard
S / SV
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Standard
SL / Platinum
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Standard
Rogue Select
2014–2015
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Standard
Rogue Hybrid SV / SL
2017–2019
176 hp -
Standard
Hybrid e-POWER (SV / SR / Platinum)
2027
225 hp -
Standard
Rogue Plug-in Hybrid SL / Platinum
2026
248 hp -
Special
Special Edition (S)
2012
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Special
Midnight Edition (SV)
2017.5 / 2023
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Special
Rock Creek
2025
201 hp -
Special
Dark Armor
2026.5
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Limited
Rogue One Star Wars Limited Edition
2017
170 hp5,400 built
How to spot one
Look for
- 2014 redesign: LED running lights and turn signals built into the mirrors.5
- 2021 redesign: split-level LED headlamps and a V-motion grille.9
- 2021 redesign: floating-roof styling, with two-tone paint available.9
- 2027 Hybrid: honeycomb grille and an optional LED rear light spanning the tailgate.15
Year by year
- 2011
Reshaped nose and grille, new spoilers, chrome door moldings and plate trim; the SL Package gains 18-inch alloys.19
- 2014
New bodywork with sharp lines, LED running lights and mirror-mounted turn signals.5
- 2017
V-motion grille, revised headlamps, new bumpers, boomerang LED taillights and chrome side strips; D-shaped steering wheel inside.7
- 2021
Split-level LED headlights, floating-roof styling and new two-tone paint; an electronic shifter opens storage under the center console.9
- 2024
New fascias, grille, inner taillights and satin badges; new 18-inch SV and 19-inch Platinum wheels, plus fresh cabin colors and trim.611
- 2027 Hybrid
Honeycomb grille and integrated LED headlights; optional full-width LED rear light. SR adds unique fascias, wheels and black accents.15
Don’t confuse it with

Rogue 
Nissan Rogue Sport Nissan Rogue Sport
A separate model: the 2017 Rogue Sport is shorter and lower than the full Rogue.16

Rogue 
Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV
Check the Rogue badges: the 2026 Rogue Plug-in Hybrid shares the Outlander PHEV's body shape.13

Rogue 
Ford Escape
Against its rivals
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Rogue vs Honda CR-V EX-L (2023)
Price as tested lower is better
Rogue$43,030Honda CR-V EX-L (2023)$37,51027 -
Rogue vs Hyundai Tucson Limited AWD (2023)
Price as tested lower is better
Rogue$43,030Hyundai Tucson Limited AWD (2023)$37,50527 -
Prices
Value today $8.0K–$14.0K313233
Show the numbers
| Year | Price | Amount | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | Launch price | $20,000 | US projected base, 2008 model year |
| 2008 | Price when new | $20,000 | US projected base |
| 2014 | Price when new | $30,280 | US base, SL AWD |
| 2017 | Price when new | $31,610 | US base, Hybrid |
| 2021 | Price when new | $26,050 | US MSRP, S FWD; destination extra |
| 2022 | Price when new | $39,725 | US base, Platinum AWD |
| 2023 | Price when new | $27,360 | US MSRP, S FWD; destination extra |
| 2025 | Price when new | $36,810 | US base, Rock Creek AWD |
| 2026 | Price when new | $45,990 | US MSRP, PHEV SL AWD; dest. extra |
| 2026 | Price when new | $33,340 | US MSRP, 2026.5 Dark Armor FWD |
| 2027 | Price when new | $35,490 | US MSRP, Hybrid SV AWD; dest. extra |
| 2026 | Auction sale | $14,000 | 2020 Rogue, mileage 61,600, Bidbus |
| 2026 | Auction sale | $8,000 | 2018 Rogue, mileage 105,763, Bidbus |
| 2026 | Auction sale | $11,000 | 2022 Rogue, mileage 124,483, Bidbus |
| 2026 | Auction sale | $9,600 | 2016 Rogue, mileage 73,550, Bidbus |
| 2026 | Auction sale | $3,500 | 2017 Rogue, mileage 120,676, Bidbus |
| 2026 | Auction sale | $12,400 | 2021 Rogue, mileage 73,709, Bidbus |
| 2026 | Auction sale | $18,300 | 2022 Rogue, mileage 47,195, Bidbus |
| 2026 | Auction sale | $17,800 | 2023 Rogue, mileage 23,197, Bidbus |
| 2026 | Value today | $8,000–$14,000 |
The rest of the story is in the app
The full file tells why each version matters, the legend behind the car and what to check before buying one.
Versions
- Why each of the 11 versions matters
Legend
- 14 stories from its legend
- “Heroes' season-two premiere had a Rogue sponsor”
- “A Millennium Falcon for the Solo premiere”
Generations
- The story of each of the 6 generations
Market
- 4 things to check before buying one
- Where prices are heading, and why
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Sources
Every fact on this page links to the source it rests on.
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- 2017 Nissan Rogue: Rogue One Star Wars Limited Edition, the first-ever Star Wars-branded full-size production vehicle, stands ready to "take on any battle" usa.nissannews.com
- 2008 Nissan Rogue SL AWD caranddriver.com
- 2008 Nissan Rogue Press Kit usa.nissannews.com
- 2023 Nissan Rogue pricing starts at $27,360 usa.nissannews.com
- 2014 Nissan Rogue Press Kit usa.nissannews.com
- Nissan Rogue - Wikipedia en.wikipedia.org
- 2017.5 Nissan Rogue Press Kit usa.nissannews.com
- Nissan ProPILOT Assist technology makes U.S. debut on 2018 Rogue – reduces the hassle of stop-and-go highway driving usa.nissannews.com
- 2021 Nissan Rogue Press Kit usa.nissannews.com
- Tested: 2022 Nissan Rogue's Novel Turbo Three Requires Trade-Offs caranddriver.com
- 2024 Nissan Rogue Press Kit usa.nissannews.com
- 2026 Nissan Rogue Plug-in Hybrid pricing starts at $45,990 usa.nissannews.com
- 2026 Nissan Rogue Plug-In Hybrid Is Clearly a Stopgap Rebadge caranddriver.com
- A new kind of hybrid in its class: All-new 2027 Nissan Rogue Hybrid debuts in the U.S. usa.nissannews.com
- 2027 Nissan Rogue Hybrid Press Kit usa.nissannews.com
- 2017 Rogue Sport versus 2017 Rogue usa.nissannews.com
- 2014 Nissan Rogue SL AWD Review - Long-Term Verdict motortrend.com
- Nissan Rogue 2014-2020: pros and cons, problems samarins.com
- 2011 Nissan Rogue Press Kit usa.nissannews.com
- First Drive: 2017 Nissan Rogue Hybrid motortrend.com
- 2025 Nissan Rogue embraces adventure and technology with new Rock Creek edition, ProPILOT Assist 2.1 and debut of Invisible Hood View usa.nissannews.com
- 2026.5 Nissan Rogue priced from $29,490, adds striking new Dark Armor grade usa.nissannews.com
- 2021 Nissan Rogue Review: Hard to Get Much More for $30K Than Nissan's New Crossover thedrive.com
- 25 Years of Adventure: Tracing the Nissan X-Trail's journey | Stories | Nissan Motor Corporation Global Website nissan-global.com
- Nissan X-Trail - Wikipedia en.wikipedia.org
- 2008-13 Nissan Rogue | Consumer Guide Auto consumerguide.com
- 2023 Honda CR-V vs. Toyota RAV4, Subaru Forester, Kia Sportage, and 3 More! motortrend.com
- Creating a crowd-pleasing crossover: The evolution of Rogue design usa.nissannews.com
- Nissan Set as Key Sponsor for ‘Heroes’ | TVWeek tvweek.com
- 2018 Nissan Rogue Transformed into Millennium Falcon motortrend.com
- 2018 Nissan Rogue Auction Result #11708 - Bidbus bidbus.com
- 2020 Nissan Rogue Auction Result #8732 - Bidbus bidbus.com
- 2022 Nissan Rogue Auction Result #12080 - Bidbus bidbus.com
- How The Force Brought Nissan and Star Wars Together for “Rogue One” motortrend.com
- Most Common 2007 to 2013 Nissan Rogue Problems - 1st Gen - 1A Auto blog.1aauto.com
- Nissan Recalls 444K Models for Potential VC-Turbo Engine Failure caranddriver.com
- 2025 Nissan Rogue Rock Creek First Test Review: Signs of Life? motortrend.com
- 2017 Nissan Rogue Auction Result #10824 - Bidbus bidbus.com
- 2022 Nissan Rogue Auction Result #8522 - Bidbus bidbus.com
- 2016 Nissan Rogue Auction Result #10149 - Bidbus bidbus.com
- 2021 Nissan Rogue Auction Result #9788 - Bidbus bidbus.com
- 2023 Nissan Rogue Auction Result #12644 - Bidbus bidbus.com
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- samarins.com
- thedrive.com
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- consumerguide.com
- tvweek.com
- bidbus.com
- blog.1aauto.com
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