Plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEV) are fast becoming common on the road today. With many brands dishing out their own PHEV models almost every month, the segment is rapidly becoming hotly contested. One such brand is Nissan, which has recently made headlines by introducing a new PHEV model in China through its partnership with Dongfeng.
Meet the Nissan N6 PHEV. The Nissan N6 marks a milestone as Dongfeng Nissan’s first PHEV sedan built on its new energy technology architecture. The debut of the N6 aligns with Nissan’s ongoing “Re:Nissan” transformation plan, which highlights China as a key hub for advancing electrified mobility.
Under the hood, the Nissan N6 is powered by a 1.5-liter gasoline engine and an electric motor, with a 21.1 kWh battery. According to Nissan, the N6’s battery pack is touted as one of the largest batteries in its class. This allows the car to travel in all-electric mode for short distances while providing the flexibility of an internal combustion engine (ICE) for longer trips. This setup eliminates range anxiety – the worry of running out of battery power along the journey.
Style-wise, the N6 adopts an EV-inspired design language – sleek, aerodynamic, and with EV-optimized details such as a closed front grille that allows the placement of a full LED light bar, flush-out door handles, and a smooth silhouette, finished with another LED light bar at the rear that serves as a brake light. The look is futuristic yet distinctly Nissan.
The introduction of the N6 sends a message that Nissan isn’t abandoning the sedan segment despite the popularity of small vehicles, crossovers, and SUVs today. For drivers who appreciate the driving dynamics and form factor of a sedan but want to make a smarter choice in terms of energy and emissions, the Nissan N6 stands out as a noteworthy contender in the PHEV segment.
Nissan has yet to disclose more details about the N6 PHEV, but it confirmed that the N6 is expected to go on sale in China before the year ends. Locally, Nissan Philippines, Inc. (NPI), is tight-lipped about the possibility of the N6 coming in, but considering the growing competition in the local PHEV segment, it won’t be for long until it gives a hint or two.
