Nissan Launches a Premium EV Sedan and a Hybrid Pickup in One Bold Move

Nissan Philippines has made one of its boldest electrification moves yet: launching an all-electric executive sedan and a plug-in hybrid 4×4 pickup simultaneously. The All-New Nissan Primera and All-New Nissan Navara Pro Plug-in Hybrid offer Filipino buyers two distinct visions of electrified mobility, one for quiet, premium commuting, the other for work, adventure, and long-distance travel.

Rather than limiting electrification to compact city cars, Nissan is bringing it to opposite ends of the market. The Primera revives a familiar nameplate as a fully electric premium sedan, while the Navara Pro applies plug-in hybrid technology to one of the country’s most trusted pickup nameplates.

Two Electrified Personalities
The Primera is aimed at drivers who want refinement, technology, and zero tailpipe emissions. The Navara Pro Plug-in Hybrid, meanwhile, is designed for buyers who need genuine pickup capability without giving up the benefits of electrification.

“Electrification is creating new opportunities for the automotive industry, and Nissan is embracing these changes through continued innovation,” said Nissan Philippines President Yoshinori Kanazawa. “Our always daring spirit drives us to explore new possibilities and bring Nissan’s global technologies to more markets.”

Primera Returns as an EV
The Nissan Primera first appeared in 1990 and built a reputation across Japan and Europe over three generations. Now, the nameplate returns in the Philippines as a fully electric executive sedan rather than a conventional gasoline-powered model.

Its design leans toward a clean, futuristic premium-sedan look, with full LED lighting, sequential turn signals, an illuminated Nissan emblem, frameless doors, flush door handles, and 18-inch alloy wheels. The result is a car that looks less like a nostalgic revival and more like a deliberate reimagining of the Primera for the electric era.

Inside, Nissan positions the Primera as a comfort-focused executive car. It gets Zero Gravity front seats with massage, ventilation, and heating functions, along with a 15.6-inch central display, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, a panoramic glass roof, and ambient lighting.

Electric Range Without the Anxiety
The Primera uses a 58 kWh lithium iron phosphate battery and produces 218 PS and 305 Nm of torque. Nissan claims a driving range of up to 500 kilometers, making it suitable for both daily city use and provincial trips.

For charging, the sedan supports DC fast charging from 10% to 80% in approximately 19 minutes under compatible conditions. Nissan is also including a portable charger, home wall charger, and three-year MyNISSAN Connect subscription in its launch package.

The All-New Primera carries a suggested retail price of PHP 2,099,000, but is available at a special launch price of PHP 1,999,000 after a PHP 100,000 discount. It is offered in Radiant Silver Metallic, Obsidian Black Pearl, and Glacier White Pearl, paired with a gray interior finish.

Navara Pro Goes Plug-In Hybrid
The bigger surprise is the Navara Pro Plug-in Hybrid. Nissan has taken its long-running pickup formula and added a 1.5-liter four-cylinder engine producing 143 PS and 220 Nm, paired with an electric motor delivering 212 PS and 350 Nm.

The result is a pickup that can operate with electrified efficiency while retaining the toughness expected of a Navara. Nissan says the Navara Pro Plug-in Hybrid can travel up to 1,150 kilometers on a full tank and fully charged battery, based on real-world testing conducted locally by the Automobile Association of the Philippines.

The pickup’s 20.24 kWh battery can be charged from 20% to 100% in about three hours through a Type 2 AC connection. Its powertrain is paired with a four-speed dedicated hybrid transmission and an intelligent 4WD system with 2H, automatic 4WD, 4H, and 4L modes.

Built for Philippine Roads
Nissan has clearly designed the Navara Pro Plug-in Hybrid for more than smooth city streets. It offers 232 mm of ground clearance, 700 mm of water-wading capability, an electronic locking rear differential, and a 3,500 kg towing capacity.

Its ladder-frame construction, 865 kg payload rating, and 3,300 mm wheelbase reinforce its workhorse credentials. At the same time, features such as a six-way power-adjustable driver’s seat with ventilation and heating, rear multi-link suspension, and a 14.6-inch infotainment display with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto make it more comfortable for daily family use.

The Navara Pro also includes a Vehicle-to-Load power panel, allowing compatible devices to draw electricity from the vehicle. That feature could prove especially useful for camping trips, outdoor events, job sites, or emergency situations.

Premium Cabin, Practical Utility
The Navara Pro Plug-in Hybrid does not abandon comfort in pursuit of capability. Its cabin includes a 12-speaker Focal sound system, flip-up rear seats, removable under-seat storage, fold-down rear seatbacks, and 90-degree rear doors for easier access.

Nissan has also given the pickup a more assertive appearance, using the D21-inspired three-slot LED lighting signature at the front, distinctive taillights, and 18-inch alloy wheels. Buyers can choose from Pearl White, Stardust Metallic Gray, Obsidian Black Pearl, and Retro Yellow Pearl.

The Navara Pro Plug-in Hybrid is available in LE and VL variants. The LE is priced at PHP 2,698,000, reduced to PHP 2,648,000 during the launch promotion, while the VL is priced at PHP 2,498,000, reduced to PHP 2,448,000. Both variants receive a PHP 50,000 special discount, along with a home wall charger and a three-year MyNISSAN Connect subscription.

Connected and Safer
Both new models come with MyNISSAN Connect, which adds 34 connected-car features. For the Primera, these include a Mobile Key, battery monitoring, display-audio integration, and over-the-air software updates.

Safety and driver-assistance features also feature prominently. The Primera offers Nissan ProPILOT, a 3D Intelligent Around View Monitor, Intelligent Forward Collision Warning, Intelligent Emergency Braking, Lane Departure Warning, Blind Spot Warning, Rear Cross Traffic Alert, and High Beam Assist.

The Navara Pro Plug-in Hybrid adds Intelligent Cruise Control, Lane Keep Assist, and Hill Descent Control to its safety suite, aligning its technology with its more demanding driving role.