{"id":370461,"date":"2026-03-25T05:24:14","date_gmt":"2026-03-25T05:24:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.wacoca.com\/life\/370461\/"},"modified":"2026-03-25T05:24:14","modified_gmt":"2026-03-25T05:24:14","slug":"nissan-unveils-aura-nismo-rs-concept-at-tokyo-auto-salon-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.wacoca.com\/life\/370461\/","title":{"rendered":"Nissan unveils Aura NISMO RS Concept at Tokyo Auto Salon 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Yokohama, Japan \u2013 Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. and Nissan Motorsports & Customizing Co., Ltd. (NMC) today unveiled the Aura NISMO RS Concept at Tokyo Auto Salon 2026.<\/p>\n

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The Aura NISMO RS Concept is a high-performance hot hatch that started its life as an Aura NISMO, then merges form and function with aggressive styling and aero with a healthy increase in output to the wheels from the X\u2011Trail NISMO\u2019s e\u2011POWER system. Designed as a technical validation exercise, the concept leverages vehicle technologies refined through mass production and expertise gained from motorsports development. Looking ahead, Nissan is exploring the potential of bringing this concept to market as a production car.<\/p>\n

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Purpose-built design<\/p>\n

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The exterior design evolves the Aura NISMO\u2019s \u201cAgile Electric City Racer\u201d concept, opting for a more muscular, performance-driven styling with sharp surfaces. Wider fenders \u2014 expanded by 145 mm \u2014 combined with a 20 mm drop in ride height deliver a low center of gravity and an aggressive silhouette.<\/p>\n

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Aerodynamic enhancements include a front spoiler, side skirts, a rear diffuser with NISMO\u2019s signature red accents, airflow-optimized front fenders, side air splitters and a dedicated rear spoiler. All are designed to improve downforce and reducing drag. The exclusive Dark Matte NISMO Stealth Gray finish ensures a consistent surface look despite sunlight intensity.<\/p>\n

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Performance development<\/p>\n

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The concept takes advantage of years of motorsports engineering to elevate every aspect of performance including acceleration, handling and braking. It begins by pairing the Aura NISMO\u2019s lightweight form factor with the X\u2011Trail NISMO\u2019s high-output e\u2011POWER powertrain<\/a>, Nissan\u2019s series hybrid technology, delivering a significant boost in power at the pedal and transforming driving dynamics.<\/p>\n

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The wide body extends the vehicle\u2019s stance and handling ability on straight and twisting roads. High-grip tires and NISMO tuned e\u20114ORCE all-wheel control technology provide impressive traction and cornering performance. Braking performance is enhanced by large opposed-piston calipers \u2014 four-pot front and two-pot rear \u2014 ensuring confident stopping power despite a roughly 100 kg weight increase over the Aura NISMO.<\/p>\n

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Nissan and NMC plan to further refine and optimize the concept for potential racing applications in addition to potential future commercialization.<\/p>\n

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\u201cUnder our Re:Nissan strategy, we are committed to introducing heartbeat models at speed that resonate with customers,\u201d said Yutaka Sanada, president and CEO of NMC. \u201cWe are extremely pleased to unveil the Aura NISMO RS Concept as our first offering born from our collective NMC expertise. Since the beginning, NISMO has pursued motorsports with a belief in pushing people and technology to the limit to achieve victory. That passion has driven innovation and peak excitement; and we\u2019ll continue striving to deliver that to customers and fans worldwide.\u201d<\/p>\n

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Aura NISMO RS Concept key specifications (compared to the AURA NISMO)<\/p>\n


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\nLength
\n4,262 mm (+142 mm)
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\nWidth
\n1,880 mm (+145 mm)
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\nHeight
\n1,485 mm (-20 mm)
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\nVehicle weight
\n1,490 kg (+100 kg)
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\nWheelbase
\n2,580 mm (\u00b10 mm)
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\nFront motor
\nModel
\nBM46
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\nMaximum power\/maximum torque
\n150 kW \/ 330 Nm
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\nRear motor
\nModel
\nMM48
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\nMaximum power\/maximum torque
\n100 kW \/ 195 Nm
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\nPower generation engine
\nModel
\nKR15DDT
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\nDisplacement
\n1,497 cc
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\nMaximum power\/maximum torque
\n106 kW \/ 250 Nm
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\nSuspension
\nFront
\nIndependent suspension strut
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\nTorsion beam type
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\nWheels
\nNISMO LM GT4
18 inch\u00d79.0J
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\nTires
\nMichelin Pilot Sport 4
245\/45R18
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