- Exterior & Interior Overhaul:
- Fresh design.
- Larger touchscreen.
- Telescoping steering wheel.
- Wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto.
- Configuration:
- King Cab (two doors).
- Crew Cab (four doors).
Chief Planning Officer Ponz Pandikuthira emphasizes the need for electrification for compliance and functionality:
- Performance:
- Enhance the rugged, durable profile.
- Maintain towing capacity and urban comfort.
- Environmental Compliance:
- Meet emission standards with a plug-in hybrid.
- Current Engine:
- V-6 producing 310 horsepower and 281 lb-ft of torque.
- Struggles with efficiency (16-19/20-24 mpg).
Expect to see the hybrid Frontier by 2028. “We need a solution ready three years from now,” says Pandikuthira.
Nissan envisions a unified platform to serve globally:
- Current Platforms:
- Nissan Frontier: U.S.-made, with advantages in tariffs compared to the Ford Ranger.
- Nissan Navara: Assembled in Mexico, serving different international markets.
- Future Plans:
- Create a singular, flexible platform accommodating various powertrains.
The larger Nissan Titan will be phased out after 2024, reflecting a broader strategic shift.
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With the arrival of its first plug-in hybrid, the Nissan Frontier is set to embrace both rugged tradition and new-age innovation by 2028. As Nissan moves towards a unified global platform, the future of the Frontier will be electrified and streamlined to meet modern demands.
