Why Nissan chose the Navara name for its new Chinese-made hybrid ute

Key points

• Nissan will sell a new hybrid ute in Australia under the Navara name, despite it sharing little with the existing diesel model. Nissan Oceania boss Steve Milette says the company chose the Navara name for brand recognition.
• The Navara Pro PHEV, a joint venture with Chinese automaker Dongfeng, will arrive in 2027, featuring a 300kW and 800Nm powertrain.
• It will compete with other electric utes like the BYD Shark 6 and GWM Cannon Alpha PHEV.