Terrano returns

Nissan has brought back the Terrano nameplate, this time as a plug-in hybrid off-roader shown at Auto China 2026. The Terrano PHEV Concept was presented as a near-production model.

While Nissan has yet to release full specifications, the Terrano is expected to share its powertrain with the Frontier Pro. It reportedly produces 408 horsepower and 800 Nm of torque through a dual electric motor system. The plug-in hybrid system is also expected to deliver up to 135 kilometers of electric-only driving range based on the CLTC standard.

The SUV is also expected to use the Frontier Pro’s five-link rear suspension and Intelligent All-Wheel Drive system, which adjusts torque distribution between the front and rear wheels. An electromechanical rear differential lock is also likely part of the package for off-road driving.

Nissan said the Terrano combines its off-road heritage with technology aimed at both outdoor use and daily city driving. The design carries rugged styling cues, including all-terrain tires and a tailgate-mounted spare tire, placing it in the same space as adventure-focused hybrid SUVs now gaining attention in China.