Nissan has unveiled its first-ever plug-in hybrid pickup truck, the all-new Frontier Pro, at Auto Shanghai 2025. This marks a significant milestone for the brand, as the vehicle is also Nissan’s first electrified pickup.
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The Frontier Pro is the second of nine New Energy Vehicles (NEVs) Nissan plans to launch in China by summer 2027. This move highlights the company’s push to expand its product lineup with more advanced, tech-focused vehicles.
The Frontier Pro is powered by a plug-in hybrid system combining a 1.5-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine and a high-output electric motor. Together, the system produces over 300 kW of power and up to 800 Nm of torque. In EV-only mode, the truck is targeted to deliver up to 135 km of range for the China market.
Designed for both city and off-road use, the five-seat Frontier Pro features a 5-link rear suspension, Intelligent All-Wheel Drive, and an electromechanical rear differential lock. Four drive modes—Hybrid, Pure Electric, Performance, and Snow—offer adaptability to different driving conditions.
Styled under the theme “Rugged Tech,” the Frontier Pro features modern touches inspired by Nissan’s past. Its lighting signature includes five LED elements on the front, with three central lights referencing the hood design of the 1980s Nissan D21 Hardbody pickup. An illuminated Nissan logo highlights the truck’s electrified identity. All variants come with 18-inch alloy wheels and 265/65R18 tires.
Inside, the Frontier Pro offers a spacious cabin with a 10-inch LCD instrument panel, a 14.6-inch infotainment screen, and a panoramic roof. Front seats offer heating, ventilation, and massage functions. The truck includes roof rails and an electronic retractable cargo cover. A Vehicle-to-Load (V2L) port allows up to 6kW of power for household devices.
Co-developed with Zhengzhou Nissan (ZNA), the Frontier Pro will be produced and launched in China later this year. Nissan also plans to export the model, with markets to be announced later.
