Nissan e-POWER Wins 2026 Wards 10 Best Award

The selection of Nissan’s e-POWER system for a 2026 Wards 10 Best Engines award validates transmission-free series-hybrid architecture for North American fleet operations.

Nissan’s e-POWER hybrid powertrain, making its North American debut in the upcoming 2027 Rogue Hybrid, has been named to the 2026 Wards 10 Best Engines & Propulsion Systems list. The award marks Nissan’s 21st recognition by the industry panel, highlighting advancements in drivetrain engineering, torque delivery, and overall efficiency.

Engineered specifically for North American driving cycles, the third-generation e-POWER system utilizes a series-hybrid setup distinct from conventional parallel hybrid crossovers. A dedicated gas engine functions solely as an onboard generator to charge the drive battery, while dual electric motors power the wheels directly. Eliminating the multi-speed transmission reduces mechanical complexity and wear, delivering linear acceleration and an estimated combined fuel rating of 6.2 L/100 km alongside single-pedal regenerative braking.

For Canadian fleet managers and commercial vehicle buyers, the 2027 Rogue Hybrid provides an electrified option that eliminates charging downtime. The vehicle arrives in Canadian dealerships in late 2026 starting with the AWD SR trim, with the full lineup launching in early 2027 at a base MSRP of $39,998 CAD for the SV grade.