Compare the2026 Hyundai Tucson Plug-In HybridVS 2026 Nissan Rogue Plug-In Hybrid

In a Vehicle-to-Vehicle Frontal Crash Prevention 2.0 test conducted by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), the Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid achieved a “Good” rating - the highest possible - for its performance in forward collision warning and automatic braking systems, demonstrating its excellent capabilities in preventing collisions. The Nissan Rogue Plug-In Hybrid has not been tested.

Both the Tucson Plug-In Hybrid and Rogue Plug-In Hybrid have rear cross-traffic warning, but the Tucson Plug-In Hybrid has Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist (automatically applies the brakes) to better prevent a collision when backing near traffic. The Rogue Plug-In Hybrid’s Rear Cross Traffic Alert doesn’t automatically brake.

Both the Tucson Plug-In Hybrid and the Rogue Plug-In Hybrid have standard driver and passenger frontal airbags, front and rear side-impact airbags, side-impact head airbags, front and rear seatbelt pretensioners, height adjustable front shoulder belts, four-wheel antilock brakes, all wheel drive, traction control, electronic stability systems to prevent skidding, crash mitigating brakes, daytime running lights, lane departure warning systems, blind spot warning systems, rearview cameras, rear cross-path warning, driver alert monitors and available around view monitors.

The Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid has achieved the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety’s (IIHS) highest rating of “Top Safety Pick Plus” for the 2026 model year. This distinction is based on its exceptional performance in IIHS’ rigorous battery of safety tests. Specifically, it earned a “Good” rating in the latest, more stringent moderate overlap front crash test, a “Good” result in the updated side impact test, a “Good” score in the revised pedestrian crash prevention test, and a “Good” score in the revised vehicle-to-vehicle crash prevention test. The Rogue Plug-In Hybrid has not yet been evaluated by the IIHS for 2026.

The Tucson Plug-In Hybrid comes with a full 5-year/60,000-mile basic warranty, which covers the entire truck and includes 24-hour roadside assistance. The Rogue Plug-In Hybrid’s 3-year/36,000-mile basic warranty expires 2 years or 24,000 miles sooner.

Hyundai’s powertrain warranty covers the Tucson Plug-In Hybrid 5 years and 40,000 miles longer than Nissan covers the Rogue Plug-In Hybrid. Any repair needed on the engine, transmission, axles, joints or driveshafts is fully covered for 10 years or 100,000 miles. Coverage on the Rogue Plug-In Hybrid ends after only 5 years or 60,000 miles.

The Tucson Plug-In Hybrid’s corrosion warranty is 2 years longer than the Rogue Plug-In Hybrid’s (7 vs. 5 years).

The Tucson Plug-In Hybrid’s 1.6 turbo 4-cylinder hybrid produces 20 more horsepower (268 vs. 248) than the Rogue Plug-In Hybrid’s 2.4 DOHC 4-cylinder hybrid.

On the EPA test cycle the Tucson Plug-In Hybrid running on electricity gets better mileage than the Rogue Plug-In Hybrid running on electricity (80 city/73 hwy vs. 67 city/61 hwy MPGe).

On the EPA test cycle the Tucson Plug-In Hybrid running its gasoline engine gets better fuel mileage than the Rogue Plug-In Hybrid running its gasoline engine (35 city/35 hwy vs. 25 city/27 hwy).

For a smoother ride and more stable handling, the Tucson Plug-In Hybrid’s wheelbase is 2 inches longer than on the Rogue Plug-In Hybrid (108.5 inches vs. 106.5 inches).

For greater off-road capability the Tucson Plug-In Hybrid has a greater minimum ground clearance than the Rogue Plug-In Hybrid (8.3 vs. 7.9 inches), allowing the Tucson Plug-In Hybrid to travel over rougher terrain without being stopped or damaged.

The Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid may be more efficient, handle and accelerate better because it weighs about 500 to 550 pounds less than the Nissan Rogue Plug-In Hybrid.

For excellent aerodynamics, the Tucson Plug-In Hybrid has standard flush composite headlights. The Rogue Plug-In Hybrid has recessed headlights that spoil its aerodynamic shape and create extra drag.

The Tucson Plug-In Hybrid has .5 inches more front hip room, .4 inches more rear headroom, 1.4 inches more rear legroom, .6 inches more rear hip room and .1 inches more rear shoulder room than the Rogue Plug-In Hybrid.

The Tucson Plug-In Hybrid has a much larger cargo volume with its rear seat up than the Rogue Plug-In Hybrid with its rear seat up (31.9 vs. 12.8 cubic feet). The Tucson Plug-In Hybrid has a much larger cargo volume with its rear seat folded than the Rogue Plug-In Hybrid with its rear seat folded (66.3 vs. 30.8 cubic feet).

The Tucson Plug-In Hybrid’s standard towing capacity is much higher than the Rogue Plug-In Hybrid’s (2000 vs. 1500 pounds).

The power windows standard on both the Tucson Plug-In Hybrid and the Rogue Plug-In Hybrid have locks to prevent small children from operating them. When the lock on the Tucson Plug-In Hybrid is engaged the driver can still operate all of the windows, for instance to close one opened by a child. The Rogue Plug-In Hybrid prevents the driver from operating the other windows just as it does the other passengers.

The Tucson Plug-In Hybrid’s power window, power lock, power mirror and cruise control switches are lit from behind, making them plainly visible and easier to operate at night. The Rogue Plug-In Hybrid’s power window, power lock and power mirror switches are unlit, making them difficult to find at night and operate safely.

Standard air-conditioned seats in the Tucson Plug-In Hybrid Limited keep the driver and front passenger comfortable and take the sting out of hot seats in Summer. The Rogue Plug-In Hybrid doesn’t offer air-conditioned seats.

The Tucson Plug-In Hybrid Limited’s Remote Smart Parking Assist can parallel park or back into a parking spot by itself, starting, stopping and changing direction automatically. Remote Smart Park Assist will park and retrieve your car remotely: press a button and watch it park itself. This is ideal for tight locations. The Rogue Plug-In Hybrid doesn’t offer an automated parking system.

Consumer Reports® recommends the Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid, based on reliability, safety and performance.