NEW 2026 Nissan Prontier PRO (PHEV) – First Plug in Hybrid Pickup Truck Ever!
The Nissan Frontier Pro was unveiled at the Shanghai Auto Show on April 23, 2025. However, it’s important to note that this “Frontier Pro” is a new plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) specifically developed for the Chinese market through Nissan’s joint venture with Dongfeng (Zhengzhou Nissan – ZNA).
This new Frontier Pro PHEV is distinct from the Nissan Frontier Pro-4X available in North America and other global markets. It shares its platform with the Dongfeng Z9 and features a different design language, powertrain, and likely different specifications.
Key features of the Nissan Frontier Pro (China model):
* Powertrain: 1.5-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine combined with an electric motor integrated into the 8-speed automatic transmission.
* Combined Output: 402 horsepower and 590 lb-ft of torque.
* All-Wheel Drive: Intelligent all-wheel drive system.
* Rear Differential: Electromechanical locking rear differential.
* Electric Range: Up to 135 km (84 miles) according to the CLTC testing cycle.
* Vehicle-to-Load (V2L): System that can supply up to 6 kW of power.
* Interior: Features a 14.6-inch central touchscreen and a 10-inch digital gauge cluster. Optional features include heated, ventilated, and massaging front seats.
* Design: Unique front-end design with distinctive headlight graphics and an illuminated Nissan emblem. It also incorporates some styling cues reminiscent of the older Nissan/Datsun D21 Hardbody.
Nissan has confirmed that this Frontier Pro PHEV will be exported to other global markets in the future, although specific timelines and markets were not detailed.
Regarding the Nissan Frontier Pro-4X (North America model):
The Nissan Frontier Pro-4X available in North America is a trim level of the conventionally powered Nissan Frontier mid-size pickup truck. As of April 24, 2025, the 2025 model year is available.
Key features of the 2025 Nissan Frontier Pro-4X (North America model):
* Engine: 3.8-liter V6 engine producing 310 horsepower and 281 lb-ft of torque.
* Transmission: 9-speed automatic.
* Drivetrain: Standard four-wheel drive (4×4).
* Off-Road Features: Bilstein off-road performance shock absorbers, electronic locking rear differential, skid plates.
* Towing Capacity: Up to 6,170 lbs (when properly equipped).
* Payload Capacity: Up to 1,220 lbs.
* Technology: NissanConnect with a touchscreen display (size may vary by year), Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility, available navigation, and various safety features.
It’s crucial to distinguish between the new plug-in hybrid “Frontier Pro” unveiled in Shanghai and the existing gasoline-powered “Frontier Pro-4X” available in other markets, as they are different vehicles with different underpinnings and target markets.
