Nissan has stated that it will launch the new Rogue e-POWER in the U.S. in the second half of 2026. The launch timing for the Japanese version, the X-Trail, has yet to be announced.
Nissan Motor reiterated on its official X account that it plans to introduce the new Rogue e-POWER to the U.S. market in the second half of 2026. The Rogue e-POWER was first unveiled globally in April, and expectations are high for its introduction to the North American market.
Following the announcement, Nissan has made no formal announcement regarding the next-generation X-Trail, the Japanese version, and its launch timing remains undecided.
The new X-Trail/Rogue is expected to feature third-generation e-POWER. Technologies such as the “5-in-1 unit” also used in the European-specification Qashqai are expected to improve fuel economy and quietness. Nissan has positioned this model as a core global model and indicated that it plans to pursue a product-family strategy based on shared platforms and powertrains.
With the U.S. launch timing for the Rogue e-POWER now formally indicated, the new-generation SUV, which had been in development, appears to have made substantive progress toward its market launch. Nissan also clearly stated in its fiscal 2025 results materials and securities report that the Rogue e-POWER would be introduced to North America in fiscal 2026. Attention is now focused on how future official information will relate to developments for the Japanese specification.
**Key points** include the evolution of e-POWER and Nissan’s “core global model” strategy. Third-generation e-POWER is designed to improve fuel economy and quietness, with expansion in North America in mind. The official announcement of the next-generation X-Trail’s launch timing and specifications is awaited.