Surprise From Nissan Launching Frontier Pro At Auto Shanghai 2025, Nissan's First PHEV Pickup Truck

Nissan Frontier Pro PHEV. (Doc. Nissan Global)

JAKARTA Nissan surprisingly launched its first Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV) pickup truck, Frontier Pro, at the 2025 Shanghai Auto.

In the manufacturer's media space, today Wednesday, April 23, this latest model, based on Nissan Dongfeng Z9, combines Nissan's pickup truck legacy with advanced powertrain technology.

Frontier Pro comes with a distinctive "Rugged Tech" design, featuring a cut-off lampbar reminiscent of a three-slot design on the hood of the classic Nissan/Datsun D21 Hardbody engine. With a length of 5520 mm (217.3 inches), a width of 1960 mm (77.1 inches), and a height of 1950 mm (76.7 inches). While the wheels use 18-inch wheels and offer an electric pullable back tub cover option.

The PHEV Frontier Pro is powered by a 1.5 liter four-cylinder turbocharged gasoline engine in collaboration with an electric motor integrated with transmission, resulting in a combined output of more than 402 stances and 800 Nm torques. The truck is claimed to have a pure electric range of 135 kilometers based on CLTC testing cycles.

Frontier Pro is also equipped with a five-link back suspension, all-wheel drive, and an electromechanical back differential key for better off-road capabilities. Available driving modes include Hybrid, Pure Electric, Performance, and Snow.

The interior features modern designs with a touch screen of 14.6 inches and a 10-inch digital instrument panel. Available features include a front seat with heating, ventilation, and massage function, panoramic sunroof, as well as a vehicle-to-load (V2L) system that provides up to 6 kW power from a socket in the back tub.

Although it was first launched in China and went on sale later this year, Nissan plans to offer the Frontier Pro in other international markets.