The New Nissan Rogue Plug-In Hybrid Isn't All That New

[rmc523]

The New Nissan Rogue Plug-In Hybrid Isn't All That New

 

 

There’s a perfectly logical explanation why the "new" Rogue Plug-In Hybrid doesn’t look like any other version of the compact crossover. It’s not really a Nissan. Instead, it’s a straightforward case of badge engineering. The model is essentially a Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV with different logos and a revised front grille, designed to align it with newer products, such as the Sentra and Leaf.

It’s highly unusual for a model to gain a plug-in hybrid powertrain so late in its life cycle. The third-generation Rogue has been around for five years, yet only now is Nissan pairing a combustion engine with an electric motor. Although the press release never mentions “Mitsubishi,” the spec sheet makes the connection obvious once you spot the engine’s codename: “MMC [Mitsubishi Motors Corporation] 4B12.”

 

 

 

 

 

 

Not really sure why they're rebadging an Outlander / why they're doing this...

Edited November 17, 2025 by rmc523

[Sherminator98]

51 minutes ago, rmc523 said:

Not really sure why they're rebadging an Outlander / why they're doing this...

 

Need more product? Nissian isn't in the best shape financially either

 

Though interesting thing I just discovered-the Outlander and Rouge share the same platform. 

[rmc523]

2 hours ago, Sherminator98 said:

 

Need more product? Nissian isn't in the best shape financially either

 

Though interesting thing I just discovered-the Outlander and Rouge share the same platform. 

 

I didn't know that.

[Dequindre]

This is pretty bad, even for Nissan.