Nissan just dropped their new Frontier Pro Plug-in Hybrid, and honestly, it feels like the start of something different for their trucks. It’s a mid-size pickup that mixes electric power with the usual truck toughness. What’s interesting is that this one is made in China, thanks to Nissan teaming up with Dongfeng, but they’re aiming to sell it worldwide. It’s not the same Frontier you might know in the U.S., and it’s definitely not the upcoming Navara either — this is its own thing.
Designed in China, Made for Everywhere
This truck comes from Nissan’s joint venture with Dongfeng, called Zhengzhou Nissan. Even though it’s built in China, it’s meant for lots of places around the world. So don’t confuse it with the U.S. Frontier — this is a different model, targeting global buyers. It’s kind of Nissan’s way of stepping into the hybrid and electric truck game on a bigger scale.
The Look: A Mix of Retro and Modern
At first glance, the Frontier Pro catches your eye. It has this glowing Nissan badge on the front, a tough-looking bumper, and three horizontal LED lights that give a little nod back to the old-school D21 Hardbody trucks from the ’80s. The sides borrow some design ideas from Dongfeng’s Z9 model but add Nissan’s touch with 18-inch wheels and some extra side panels for that rugged look. Around back, the LED taillights and bold tailgate finish off the style.
Its size sits somewhere between a mid-size and full-size truck, so it’s ready to compete with trucks like the BYD Shark in China.
Inside the Truck: Comfort Meets Tech
Step inside, and the Frontier Pro feels pretty modern. It has a big 14.6-inch touchscreen and a 10-inch digital dashboard that keeps things clean and easy to use. The seats aren’t just comfortable—they’re heated, ventilated, and even have a massage function, which is a nice touch. There’s also a smart electronic retractable bed cover that adds convenience and security when you’re hauling stuff.
Power and Driving Modes
Under the hood, it’s packing a turbocharged 1.5-liter engine teamed with a strong electric motor. Together, they pump out 408 PS (around 402 horsepower) and a huge 800 Nm of torque, which should make this truck feel pretty powerful. Plus, there are four driving modes you can switch between: Hybrid, Pure Electric, Performance, and Snow. So depending on what road or weather you’re dealing with, you can pick the best setting.
Electric Range and Extra Features
On a full battery charge, the truck can run about 135 kilometers (or 84 miles) just on electricity, which is decent for daily drives or work tasks. It also has a cool feature called Vehicle-to-Load (V2L), meaning it can provide up to 6 kW of power externally. That’s great if you need to power tools on a job site, charge devices while camping, or handle emergencies.
What About Price and Availability?
Nissan hasn’t shared official prices yet, but they plan to start making the Frontier Pro in China by late 2025. They’ve said it will be available globally, but haven’t said exactly which countries or when.
Will It Come to the U.S.?
Probably not this exact model. Since it’s made in China, Nissan doesn’t expect to bring it to North America. But here’s the thing — Nissan’s CEO mentioned they are working on a different hybrid Frontier specifically for the U.S. market. It might be based on a different setup, but it’ll share some of the technology you see here.
So yeah, Nissan’s stepping up its game with this new hybrid truck, and it’ll be interesting to see how people around the world respond to it.
Nissan Frontier Pro Plug-in Hybrid Specifications
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Conclusion
The Nissan Frontier Pro Plug-in Hybrid signals a major move by Nissan into the electrified pickup world. With power, efficiency, and off-road-ready tech, it’s a serious entry for emerging and global markets — and a glimpse into what might soon reach the U.S.
