All-New Nissan Frontier Pro ICE and PHEV Introduced in China for Global Market

Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. (NML) has announced that its joint venture in China – Zhengzhou Nissan Automobile Co., Ltd. – will introduce their all-new midsize Frontier Pro pickup truck with internal combustion engine (ICE) and plug-in hybrid (PHEV) versions. The Nissan Frontier Pro is the Japanese car brand’s first pickup truck that is designed, developed, and manufactured in China for global export while the Frontier Pro PHEV is Nissan’s first electrified hybrid pickup truck.

The all-New Nissan Frontier Pro PHEV is made in China for global distribution.

The all-new Nissan Frontier Pro pairs a 3rd-generation M9T diesel engine that churns out 500 Newton-meters of torque with a ZF 8-speed automatic transmission while the Frontier Pro PHEV pairs a 1.5-liter turbocharged gasoline engine with a high-output electric motor to produce over 300kW (402 horsepower) and up to 800 Nm of torque for outstanding performance and energy efficiency. The Frontier Pro PHEV has a maximum range of 135 kilometers in full-EV mode and features a 6kW high-capacity intelligent vehicle-to-load (V2L) external power supply that can support a wide range of camping and overlanding equipment.

Turbocharged 1.5-liter gas engine paired to an electric motor provide the Frontier Pro PHEV with 402 hp and 800 Nm of torque.

All-New Inside & Out

With the extensive use of high-strength steel in the body and frame, the Frontier Pro is designed to deliver impressive ride stability over harsh terrain. The underbody is coated for protection against gravel and debris while 100% double-sided galvanized steel are used for the exterior panels. Nissan’s signature V-Motion front grille, a floating laser-engraved logo, and advanced LED headlights create a futuristic impression augmented by the 3-D tail lamps and lights across the tailgate. Twenty-five advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) provide passive and active accident prevention and occupant protection.

100% double-sided galvanized steel are used for the exterior panels of the Frontier Pro.

3D tail lamps bookends the LED lights that run across the tailgate.

The interior of the Nissan Frontier Pro is designed for comfort, safety, and a premium driving experience. The front leather seats use a six-layer breathable cushion to make long drives more comfortable while refined suede materials with excellent abrasion and scratch resistance provide a pleasant touch. The rear seats can be configured seven different ways to offer up to 970 liters of storage capacity when folded flat. The cabin features soundproofing and vibration-damping materials, a large panoramic sunroof, and a world-class audio and infotainment system.

The modern interior is designed for comfort, safety, and a premium driving experience.

New Global Strategy

“The Frontier Pro is a model born in China and developed for the global market, representing a significant milestone in Nissan’s global strategy,” said Stephen Ma, Chairman of NML’s China Management Committee. “We will begin exports in the first half of next year, delivering the excitement of Chinese technology and trend creation to the world. Nissan will continue to strongly support the development of Zhengzhou Nissan, deepen its China strategy, drive the market with local innovation, and establish a new trend in the light commercial vehicle (LCV) sector with Nissan’s foundation and China’s speed.”

Stephen Ma, Chairman of China Management Committee of Nissan Motor Co., Ltd.

In China, the Nissan Frontier Pro is priced at RMB169,900 (around PhP1.42 Million) to RMB199,900 (PhP1.67M) while the Nissan Frontier Pro PHEV comes at RMB189,900 (PhP1.59M) to RMB249,900 (PhP2.09M). Will the Frontier Pro and Pro PHEV – marketed as the Nissan Navara here in the Philippines – come to our shores any time soon? When it does, it might be shot-in-the-arm that Nissan needs to recapture the local market!

Will the all-new Frontier Pro come to the Philippines as the Nissan Navara and revitalize Nissan’s renaissance?