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Nissan Navara Pro deep dive: How Aussie towing and touring needs prompted an upgrade to Nissan’s first PHEV ute

Compiled by ADME Newsroom from 5 sources

First reported by EV Central · 9 October at 3:00 am

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EV Central·EV specialists·9 October at 3:00 am

Nissan Navara Pro deep dive: How Aussie towing and touring needs prompted an upgrade to Nissan’s first PHEV ute

Nissan has selected a larger petrol engine for its Australian-bound Navara Pro plug-in hybrid ute after testing two powertrains against The post Nissan Navara Pro deep dive: How Aussie towing and…

Read at EV Central →
AutoTalk Australia·Industry trade·8 October at 2:42 pm

Nissan confirms 300kW Navara Pro plug-in hybrid for Australia in 2027

Australia and New Zealand are first in right-hand drive for Nissan's first electrified ute, with 300kW, 800Nm and 3,500kg towing. Pricing and EV range are still to come.

Read at AutoTalk Australia →
Chasing Cars·Motoring press·8 October at 1:00 pm

Nissan Navara Pro PHEV: 800Nm, 3.5-tonne towing ute coming to Australia in 2027

Nissan’s first-ever plug-in hybrid vehicle, a PHEV version of the Navara ute – called the Navara Pro PHEV – will go on sale in Australia in 2027, in the brand’s most focused effort yet to fight back…

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CarExpert·Motoring press·8 October at 1:00 pm

2027 Nissan Navara Pro PHEV ute confirmed for Australia with 300kW and 800Nm

The Nissan Navara Pro PHEV ute will take on the popular BYD Shark 6 when it arrives here in 2027, after an extensive localisation program.

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Nissan Australia·OEM newsrooms·8 October at 1:00 pm

All-New Nissan Navara Pro Plug-in Hybrid confirmed for Australia

Nissan today confirms that the all-new Navara Pro Plug-in Hybrid (PHEV) will join the local line-up in 2027, with Australia and New Zealand set to become the first right-hand-drive markets globally…

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The quick read

  • Nissan has selected a larger petrol engine for the Australian-bound Navara Pro plug-in hybrid ute.
  • The Navara Pro PHEV will have 300kW, 800Nm and 3,500kg towing capacity.
  • Australia and New Zealand are the first right-hand drive markets to receive the Navara Pro PHEV.
  • The Navara Pro PHEV will go on sale in Australia in 2027.

For dealers: The arrival of the Navara Pro PHEV in 2027 will provide dealers with a unique opportunity to attract customers who are looking for a plug-in hybrid ute with strong towing capabilities.

AI-assisted summary of the coverage below — check the original reporting before relying on specifics.

ADME commentary

The ADME angle

Nissan's decision to upgrade the Navara Pro with a larger petrol engine and plug-in hybrid technology is a direct response to Australian towing and touring needs, which will give dealers a unique selling point against competitors like the BYD Shark 6.

The Navara Pro PHEV's 300kW, 800Nm and 3,500kg towing capacity will appeal to customers who require a vehicle that can handle heavy loads and towing, making it an attractive option for those in the ute segment.

What it means for the order bank

Dealers can expect increased interest in the Navara Pro PHEV when it arrives in 2027, particularly from customers who have been waiting for a plug-in hybrid ute with strong towing capabilities.

The fact that Australia and New Zealand are the first right-hand drive markets to receive the Navara Pro PHEV demonstrates Nissan's commitment to the region and will give dealers a competitive edge.

Competitor response

The BYD Shark 6 will be a key competitor to the Navara Pro PHEV, but Nissan's extensive localisation program and focus on meeting Australian towing and touring needs will help to differentiate the vehicle.

Dealers should be prepared to highlight the benefits of the Navara Pro PHEV's plug-in hybrid technology and towing capacity to customers, particularly those who are looking for a vehicle that can handle heavy loads.

Taking action

This week, dealers can start preparing for the arrival of the Navara Pro PHEV by reviewing their sales strategies and training staff on the vehicle's unique features and benefits, ensuring they are well-equipped to handle customer inquiries and sales when the vehicle launches in 2027.

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