Dongfeng Z9
| Dongfeng Z9[1] | |
|---|---|
| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Zhengzhou Nissan |
| Model code | P20 |
| Also called | Nissan Frontier Pro (PHEV) |
| Production | 2025–present |
| Assembly | China: Zhengzhou, Henan (Zhengzhou Nissan) |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Mid-size pickup truck |
| Body style | 4-door pickup truck |
| Layout | Front-engine, rear-wheel-drive Front-engine, four-wheel-drive |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine |
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| Power output | 190 hp (142 kW; 193 PS) [Z9, diesel] 258 hp (192 kW; 262 PS) [Z9, gasoline] 322 hp (240 kW; 326 PS) [Z9 GE, standard output] 402 hp (300 kW; 408 PS) [Frontier Pro] 429 hp (320 kW; 435 PS) [Z9 GE, high output] |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual transmission 8-speed automatic transmission |
| Hybrid drivetrain | Plug-in hybrid |
| Battery | 17 to 32.85 kWh |
| Electric range | 60–135 km (37–84 mi) |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 3,299 mm (129.9 in) |
| Length | 5,519 mm (217.3 in) |
| Width | 1,961 mm (77.2 in) |
| Height | 1,951 mm (76.8 in) |
| Chronology | |
| Predecessor | Nissan Navara (D23) |
The Dongfeng Z9 is a pickup truck produced by Dongfeng Nissan joint venture of Dongfeng Motor Corporation and Nissan Motor Co., Ltd.
Overview
The Z9 is a 4-door pickup truck bigger than the North American market Nissan Frontier. The truck is expected to only be sold in China. Gasoline, diesel, and plug-in hybrid models are available.
Design
The Z9 uses a blacked out A-pillar. There are Z-shaped daytime running lights in the front and the taillights are also Z-shaped. Body cladding is present in the front and rear. There are rounded wheel arches and the model also features a grille with a hexagonal pattern.[1]
All models receive 18-inch rims and 265/65R18 tires as standard.
Powertrain
A 2 liter turbocharged inline-4 is available with 2 different power outputs. Also available is a 2.3 liter turbodiesel inline-4.[2] A plug-in hybrid version combining a 1.5-liter turbocharged inline-4 and a motor integrated in the transmission is also available for buyers.
Plug-in hybrid models
Nissan Frontier Pro
The Nissan Frontier Pro is a rebadged version of the Z9 PHEV model. It was revealed at the 2025 Shanghai Auto Show.[3] It was showcased alongside the N7.
The Frontier Pro differentiates in the design from the Z9 as it uses a full-width light bar with the light bar inspired by the D21 Hardbody. The Nissan wordmark is embedded into the tailgate and serves as a taillight.[4]
The Frontier Pro will go on sale at the end of 2025.[5]
In May 2025 a Nissan engineer confirmed to Australia's Drive that an SUV version of the Frontier Pro is being considered.[6]
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Nissan Frontier Pro
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Rear view
Dongfeng Z9 GE
The Z9 GE is a plug-in hybrid version of the Z9. It shares the PHEV powertrain with the Frontier Pro. It was launched on May 31st, 2025. Unlike the Frontier Pro, it is available with two power output options and two battery options.[7]
Depending on the trim, the Z9 GE makes 322 to 429 horsepower. Torque output remains the same at 590 lb-ft. Battery options are a 17 kWh battery and a larger 32.85 kWh battery.[8]
Notes and references
- ^ Gautheir, Michael (Sep 13, 2024). "Nissan Yuanye Z9 Is China's New Navara". carscoops.com.
- ^ Misoyannis, Alex (Sep 17, 2024). "New Nissan ute for China leaked, but it's not the new Navara for Australia". drive.com.au.
- ^ Padeanu, Adrian (Apr 23, 2025). "Nissan Surprises With Frontier Pro Plug-In Hybrid Truck". motor1.com.
- ^ Niculescu, Aurel (Apr 23, 2025). "All-New Nissan Frontier Pro Plug-In Hybrid Coming Soon. It's a Forbidden Fruit in America!". autoevolution.com.
- ^ Purcell, Alexandra (Apr 24, 2025). "Nissan Frontier Pro Revealed As All-New Ford Ranger PHEV Rival". fordauthority.com.
- ^ Pappas, Thanos (May 5, 2025). "Nissan Is Considering A Rugged New Truck-Based SUV". carscoops.com.
- ^ Borrás, Jo (June 1, 2025). "Nissan launches new, mid-size PHEV pickup that undercuts $20K Slate *". electrek.com.
- ^ Pappas, Thanos (May 31, 2025). "Nissan Yuanye Z9 Is China's New Navara". carscoops.com.
- 1.^ Mentioned by some publications as the Nissan Yuanye Z9.