{"id":1099,"date":"2025-12-08T10:44:33","date_gmt":"2025-12-08T11:44:33","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.midborodocuments.com\/?p=1099"},"modified":"2025-12-12T10:21:43","modified_gmt":"2025-12-12T10:21:43","slug":"nissans-new-nx8-suv-outsizes-the-rogue-and-might-outshine-it-too","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/www.midborodocuments.com\/index.php\/2025\/12\/08\/nissans-new-nx8-suv-outsizes-the-rogue-and-might-outshine-it-too\/","title":{"rendered":"Nissan\u2019s New NX8 SUV Outsizes The Rogue And Might Outshine It Too"},"content":{"rendered":"<div><img width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-post-image lazyload\" alt=\"\" style=\"margin-bottom: 15px\" loading=\"lazy\" data-src=\"http:\/\/www.midborodocuments.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/efdvcx-gefdvc-1024x576-1.jpg\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:100%\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Nissan NX8 debuted in China ahead of its 2026 market launch.<\/li>\n<li>Electric and hybrid versions are powered by CATL battery tech.<\/li>\n<li>The electric NX8 makes up to 335 hp from a single electric motor.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>Nissan has introduced a new midsize SUV developed in partnership with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carscoops.com\/tag\/Dongfeng\">Dongfeng<\/a> in China, marking the latest addition to its growing, budget-conscious N-series lineup. Named the NX8, the model joins the existing N6 and N7 sedans and will be offered with a selection of electrified powertrains.<\/p>\n<div class=\"ad-placement\">\n<div id=\"82503191-e1d1-435a-874f-9c78a2a54a2f\" class=\"_ap_apex_ad\"><\/div>\n<div id=\"0f7e3106-c4d6-4db4-8135-c508879a76f8\" class=\"_ap_apex_ad\"><\/div>\n<p>\t\t\t\tvar adpushup = window.adpushup  = window.adpushup || {que:[]};<br \/>\n\t\t\t\tadpushup.que.push(function() {<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\tif (adpushup.config.platform !== &#8220;DESKTOP&#8221;){<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tadpushup.triggerAd(&#8220;0f7e3106-c4d6-4db4-8135-c508879a76f8&#8221;);<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t} else {<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tadpushup.triggerAd(&#8220;82503191-e1d1-435a-874f-9c78a2a54a2f&#8221;);<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t}<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t});<\/p><\/div>\n<p><strong>More: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carscoops.com\/2025\/11\/nissans-first-plug-in-hybrid-sedan-comes-with-a-shocking-price\/\">Nissan&rsquo;s New Hybrid Sedan Is As Big An Altima For Thousands Less Than A Versa<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carscoops.com\/tag\/SUV\">SUV&rsquo;s <\/a>exterior design follows the same styling language as its sedan counterparts, with clean surfacing and a grille-free front fascia. A full-width daytime running light runs across the split headlights and wraps around the front fenders, while OLED tail lights extend across the rear.<\/p>\n<p>The overall shape leans toward conventional SUV proportions, marked by flush-fitting door handles and pronounced shoulders.<\/p>\n<div class=\"ad-placement\">\n<div id=\"f25825bd-1260-4574-84ce-2b26e315fad8\" class=\"_ap_apex_ad\"> <\/div>\n<div id=\"89c65a14-4682-4807-a4bb-5436c5361bee\" class=\"_ap_apex_ad\"> <\/div>\n<p> \t\t\t\tvar adpushup = window.adpushup  = window.adpushup || {que:[]};<br \/>\n         \t\tadpushup.que.push(function() {<br \/>\n             \t\tif (adpushup.config.platform !== &#8220;DESKTOP&#8221;){<br \/>\n    \t\t\t\t\tadpushup.triggerAd(&#8220;89c65a14-4682-4807-a4bb-5436c5361bee&#8221;);<br \/>\n             \t\t} else{<br \/>\n     \t\t\t\t\tadpushup.triggerAd(&#8220;f25825bd-1260-4574-84ce-2b26e315fad8&#8221;);<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t}<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t});<\/p><\/div>\n<p><strong>How Big Is It?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The NX8 measures 4,870 mm (191.7 inches) in length, 1,920 mm (75.6 inches) in width, and 1,680 mm (66.1 inches) in height, with a wheelbase of 2,917 mm (114.8 inches). <\/p>\n<p>That makes it 222 mm (8.7 inches) longer than the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carscoops.com\/tag\/Nissan-Rogue\">Rogue<\/a> (X-Trail) and 152 mm (6 inches) shorter than the Pathfinder. Interestingly, its wheelbase is 17 mm (0.7 inches) longer than the Pathfinder&rsquo;s, which should translate to slightly better interior space.<\/p>\n<section class=\"type:slideshow\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazy \" data-src=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"\" src=\"\" data-type=\"inarticle-image\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazy \" data-src=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"\" src=\"\" data-type=\"inarticle-image\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazy \" data-src=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"\" src=\"\" data-type=\"inarticle-image\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazy \" data-src=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"\" src=\"\" data-type=\"inarticle-image\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazy \" data-src=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"\" src=\"\" data-type=\"inarticle-image\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazy \" data-src=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"\" src=\"\" data-type=\"inarticle-image\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazy \" data-src=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"\" src=\"\" data-type=\"inarticle-image\" \/><\/section>\n<p>Images reveal a suite of sensors along with a roof-mounted lidar unit, hinting at advanced driver assistance tech. Nissan hasn&rsquo;t revealed the interior yet, but it&rsquo;s expected to mirror the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carscoops.com\/2025\/04\/nissans-new-n7-ev-starts-at-16k-but-is-only-for-china\/\">cabin layout of the N6 and N7<\/a>, likely featuring a prominent touchscreen and soft-touch materials throughout. The company says the NX8 will offer a spacious five-seat configuration.<\/p>\n<div class=\"ad-placement\">\n<div id=\"9b1169d9-7a89-4971-a77f-1397f7588751\" class=\"_ap_apex_ad\"> <\/div>\n<div id=\"bb7964e9-07de-4b06-a83e-ead35079d53c\" class=\"_ap_apex_ad\"> <\/div>\n<p>\t\t\t\tvar adpushup = window.adpushup  = window.adpushup || {que:[]};<br \/>\n\t\t\t\tadpushup.que.push(function() {<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\tif (adpushup.config.platform !== &#8220;DESKTOP&#8221;){<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tadpushup.triggerAd(&#8220;bb7964e9-07de-4b06-a83e-ead35079d53c&#8221;);<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t} else {<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tadpushup.triggerAd(&#8220;9b1169d9-7a89-4971-a77f-1397f7588751&#8221;);<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t}<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t});<\/p><\/div>\n<p><strong>What Powers It?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.carscoops.com\/tag\/nissan\/\">Nissan<\/a> has confirmed the NX8 will be classified as a NEV (New Energy Vehicle), with specifications recently published by China&rsquo;s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology.<\/p>\n<p><strong>More: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carscoops.com\/2025\/12\/nissan-says-japanese-buyers-appreciate-mpvs-more-than-suvs\/\">Nissan Thinks You&rsquo;re Not Mature Enough To Appreciate What It Just Launched In Japan<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The fully electric variants will be available with either a single motor producing 288 hp (215 kW \/ 292 PS) or a more powerful version at 335 hp (250 kW \/ 340 PS). <\/p>\n<div class=\"ad-placement\">\n<div id=\"e46c436a-adeb-4b5e-a2c7-56bc36561c10\" class=\"_ap_apex_ad\"> <\/div>\n<div id=\"b25ecba7-3bbb-4ea7-a3a8-dbea91695c07\" class=\"_ap_apex_ad\"> <\/div>\n<p> \t\t\t\tvar adpushup = window.adpushup  = window.adpushup || {que:[]};<br \/>\n         \t\tadpushup.que.push(function() {<br \/>\n             \t\tif (adpushup.config.platform !== &#8220;DESKTOP&#8221;){<br \/>\n    \t\t\t\t\tadpushup.triggerAd(&#8220;b25ecba7-3bbb-4ea7-a3a8-dbea91695c07&#8221;);<br \/>\n             \t\t} else {<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tadpushup.triggerAd(&#8220;e46c436a-adeb-4b5e-a2c7-56bc36561c10&#8221;);<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t}<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t});<\/p><\/div>\n<p>A <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carscoops.com\/tag\/phev\/\">plug-in hybrid<\/a> or range-extender version will also be offered, pairing a 1.5-liter turbocharged engine making 146 hp (109 kW \/ 148 PS) with an electric motor rated at 262 hp (195 kW \/ 265 PS).<\/p>\n<p>        <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carscoops.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Dongfeng-Nissan-NX8-8.jpg\" data-type=\"inarticle-image-block\"> <\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\">\n<p>                    <img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazy \" src=\"\" alt=\" Nissan&rsquo;s New NX8 SUV Outsizes The Rogue And Might Outshine It Too\" width=\"2500\" height=\"1406\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.carscoops.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Dongfeng-Nissan-NX8-8-1024x576.jpg\" data-type=\"inarticle-image\" \/><\/p>\n<\/figure>\n<p>        <\/a>  <\/p>\n<p>All variants will use the latest lithium iron phosphate battery packs supplied by CATL. While range figures and battery capacities have not yet been disclosed, the packs are said to support ultra-fast charging.<\/p>\n<p>The market launch of the Nissan NX8 in China is scheduled for the first half of 2026 with pricing set to be announced closer to that date. As with the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carscoops.com\/tag\/nissan-n6\/\">N6<\/a> and N7 sedans, the SUV will reportedly be exported to other markets in the near future. <\/p>\n<p><strong>When and Where Can You Buy One?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Nissan plans to launch the NX8 in China during the first half of 2026, with pricing to be confirmed closer to its market debut. As with the N6 and N7 sedans, the NX8 is expected to be exported to additional markets after its initial rollout. Whether that will include Western regions like Europe and Australia, however, remains to be seen.<\/p>\n<p>As for pricing, we&rsquo;ll have to wait for official figures, but if the N6 and N7 are any indication, it&rsquo;s likely to stay within a very competitive range. The N7, for example, is priced between 119,900 and 149,900 yuan, or roughly $17,000 to $21,200 at current exchange rates. <\/p>\n<p>        <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carscoops.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Dongfeng-Nissan-Lineup.jpg\" data-type=\"inarticle-image-block\"> <\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\">\n<p>                    <img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazy \" src=\"\" alt=\" Nissan&rsquo;s New NX8 SUV Outsizes The Rogue And Might Outshine It Too\" width=\"2500\" height=\"1406\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.carscoops.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Dongfeng-Nissan-Lineup-1024x576.jpg\" data-type=\"inarticle-image\" \/><figcaption>The N7 (left), NX8 (center), and N6 (right) new energy vehicles from the Dongfeng-Nissan joint venture.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>        <\/a>  <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Nissan NX8 debuted in China ahead of its 2026 market launch. Electric and hybrid versions are powered by CATL battery tech. The electric NX8 makes up to 335 hp from a single electric motor. Nissan has introduced a new midsize SUV developed in partnership with Dongfeng in China, marking the latest addition to its growing, [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":1101,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":[],"categories":[9],"tags":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"http:\/\/www.midborodocuments.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1099"}],"collection":[{"href":"http:\/\/www.midborodocuments.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"http:\/\/www.midborodocuments.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"http:\/\/www.midborodocuments.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"http:\/\/www.midborodocuments.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=1099"}],"version-history":[{"count":2,"href":"http:\/\/www.midborodocuments.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1099\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":1102,"href":"http:\/\/www.midborodocuments.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1099\/revisions\/1102"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"http:\/\/www.midborodocuments.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/1101"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"http:\/\/www.midborodocuments.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1099"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"http:\/\/www.midborodocuments.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=1099"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"http:\/\/www.midborodocuments.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=1099"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}