- Nissan has teased 6 upcoming models for 2025 and 2026, including two new Rogue variants.
- The Rogue PHEV could be a rebadged Mitsubishi, while the Rogue e-Power has a unique design.
- These will be joined by the next-gen Micra and Leaf EVs, plus two facelifted products for Japan.
Nissan made some interesting announcements during its Q3 financial results presentation for fiscal year 2024. Alongside plans to cut $2.59 billion through layoffs and efficiency measures following the collapse of merger talks with Honda, the automaker teased six upcoming models set to debut in 2025 and 2026.
A Rogue PHEV That Looks… Suspiciously Like a Mitsubishi
In 2025, the Nissan Rogue (X-Trail) will gain a plug-in hybrid variant, followed by a refreshed e-Power hybrid in 2026. The real curiosity, though, is the shadowy teaser image of the PHEV, which bears a striking resemblance to the Mitsubishi Outlander. Of course, it’s hard to say for sure from a heavily obscured preview, but the similarities are worth noting.
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The current Nissan Rogue (X-Trail) that was introduced in 2020 is mechanically related to the Mitsubishi Outlander, but features a completely redesigned bodywork. This makes us wonder why the Nissan skin won’t be used in the plug-in hybrid derivative, with a possible answer being the maximum reduction in R&D and production costs.
The current-generation Nissan Rogue (also known as the X-Trail in some markets), introduced in 2020, shares its underpinnings with the Mitsubishi Outlander but wears completely different sheet metal. So why would Nissan suddenly abandon its own styling for the plug-in hybrid? One possibility is a push for maximum cost-cutting in R&D and production. Another? Maybe the resemblance is just a coincidence, and the Rogue PHEV is simply getting a fresh new look.
Rogue e-Power and the Next-Gen Leaf
The Rogue e-Power, set to arrive in 2026, seems to have a more distinct design. The teaser shows updated LED headlights and the familiar Rogue silhouette, suggesting a mid-cycle refresh. Under the hood, it will feature Nissan’s third-generation e-Power hybrid system, which the company claims is 20% more efficient than the first-generation version. Nissan also confirmed that this powertrain will make its way into the Qashqai.
Beyond the Rogue lineup, Nissan also previewed the next-generation Leaf, set to launch in 2025 as a fully electric crossover positioned below the Ariya. It will be joined by a new small electric hatchback for Europe that looks suspiciously like the next-gen Micra. Nissan has previously said this EV supermini will be engineered by Renault, strongly suggesting it’s a sister model to the Renault 5 E-Tech Electric, albeit with Nissan-specific styling.
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Furthermore, in 2026, Nissan will introduce facelifted kei car and large minivan offerings in Japan. These are likely updated versions of the Dayz and the Elgrand. Finally, the last new model in the slideshow is the Nissan N7 electric sedan that has already been unveiled in China.
Rounding out the lineup, Nissan will introduce updated kei cars and a refreshed large minivan for the Japanese market in 2026, likely facelifts for the Dayz and Elgrand. Lastly, the company highlighted the Nissan N7 electric sedan, which has already made its debut in China.
For those who want the full breakdown, you can watch Nissan’s entire presentation below, featuring President and CEO Makoto Uchida alongside CFO Jeremie Papin.