Nissan has brought back its well-known Terrano nameplate, but this time it’s an off-roader for the electrified era. The company used its presence at Auto China 2026 to unveil a Terrano PHEV Concept that it says appeals to fans of “outdoor adventure” as well as city commuters.

The company hasn’t shared technical capabilities for the new prototype, but its design signals the brand’s intentions. It’s hill-friendly with angled edges, is loaded with auxiliary lights, and includes the obligatory full-size spare wheel at the rear. The roof rack even includes a ladder to help you quickly load your camping gear.

More than just a concept

Pricing and availability forthcoming

Nissan won’t leave this as a concept. It expects to debut a production version of the Terrano for “selected global markets” within a year. While U.S. plans weren’t mentioned, the Terrano was sold in the country as the Pathfinder. We wouldn’t be surprised to see Nissan bring back the name for an American audience.

Pricing and availability haven’t been announced. We also wouldn’t expect Nissan’s other Auto China concept, the Urban SUV PHEV, to get a stateside release.

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Part of Nissan’s larger SUV revival

Rogue and Xtrerra revamps are also in the works

Whether or not the Terrano (aka Pathfinder) comes to the U.S., it will be part of a broader Nissan turnaround strategy where SUVs play a central role.

The company is launching a reborn Xterra body-on-frame SUV in the U.S. sometime in 2028. In the near term, you can also expect a 2027 Rogue Hybrid e-POWER that uses a gas engine to drive a generator for electric motors, not the wheels themselves. Nissan is also rethinking its upscale efforts with a 2027 Infiniti QX65 that focuses on sporty driving (akin to the FX line) rather than people-hauling.

SUVs are key to Nissan’s U.S. sales

It’s not surprising that Nissan would pour so much energy into SUVs. As the company explained at its introductory event, the USA is a core market alongside China and the company’s native Japan. It needs a revitalized offering if it’s going to compete, and hybrids like the Terrano (Pathfinder) make sense for a country with a difficult EV market but an eye on efficiency.