SHANGHAI: Nissan today debuted the Frontier Pro plug-in hybrid (PHEV) pickup truck at Auto Shanghai 2025.
The Frontier Pro will be Nissan’s first-ever PHEV and Nissan’s first-ever electrified pickup truck.
Co-developed with Zhengzhou Nissan (ZNA), the Frontier Pro PHEV will be produced and go on sale in China before end-2025.
It will also be exported outside of China.
The pickup represents the second of nine new energy vehicles (NEVs) Nissan plans to launch in China by summer 2027.
In a statement, Nissan says the five-seat, dual-purpose pickup was styled around the concept of “Rugged Tech” with a modern exterior design that complements a spacious and refined interior.
Within the front mask, the Nissan brand logo is illuminated in vibrant white, proudly signifying the Frontier Pro’s new era of electrified capability.
Parallel to the hood line, five LED light elements, spaced apart, accentuate the width of the truck.
The three central lights pay subtle homage to one of Nissan’s most iconic pickup trucks.
While styling the Frontier Pro within Nissan’s Shanghai studio, members of the design team were inspired by the distinctive three-slot opening in the hood of the 1980s Nissan D21 hardbody pickup.
In creating the Frontier Pro’s lighting signature, they leveraged LEDs to reimagine this design element for a new era.
All variants ride on standard 18-inch alloy wheels with 265/65R18 tyres.
The plug-in hybrid powertrain features a 1.5-litre turbocharged four-cylinder internal combustion engine and a transmission-mounted, high output electric motor.
Combined, the system delivers over 300Kw (408PS) and up to 800Nm of torque.
The Frontier Pro PHEV can deliver up to 135km all-electric range (New European Driving Cycle or NEDC).
All models feature a 5-link rear suspension and Intelligent All-Wheel Drive, which automatically controls torque distribution between the front and rear wheels.
Off-road capability is supported by the availability of an electromechanical rear differential lock, and there are four drive modes: ‘Hybrid, Pure electric, Performance and Snow’.
The cabin has a standard panoramic roof, a 10-inch LCD instrument panel, and 14.6-inch infotainment screen. Front seat heating, ventilation and seat-back massage are available.
The Frontier Pro includes features such as roof rails and an electronic retractable cover for the cargo area.
Owners can conveniently charge household devices using a Vehicle-to-load (V2L) port, which leverages the plug-in hybrid battery to supply up to 6kW of power.
