Nissan Aura Nismo RS Concept Showcased at Tokyo Auto Salon 2026

Japanese automaker Nissan has showcased the Aura Nismo RS Concept at the Tokyo Auto Salon 2026. This concept vehicle is based on the Aura Nismo and combines components taken from existing Nissan models and motorsports programmes. Nissan has stated that the vehicle is intended to evaluate performance-related hardware and drivetrain integration.

Compared to the Aura Nismo, the RS Concept features a wider body and revised proportions. The fenders are widened by 145 mm, while ride height has been reduced by 20 mm. Overall length has increased by 142 mm, and vehicle weight is higher by around 100 kg. Its wheelbase remains unchanged. It measures 4,262 mm in length, 1,880 mm in width, 1,485 mm in height and has a wheelbase spanning 2,580 mm.

Exterior updates include a front spoiler, side skirts, a rear diffuser with red detailing, revised front fenders, side air splitters and a rear spoiler. The car is finished in a Dark Matte Nismo Stealth Gray paint shade, which Nissan says has been selected for consistent surface appearance under different lighting conditions.

The Aura Nismo RS Concept uses Nissan’s e-POWER series hybrid system sourced from the X-Trail Nismo. The setup includes a petrol engine used for power generation and electric motors driving the wheels.

The front electric motor generates 150 kW and 330 Nm, while the rear motor generates 100 kW and 195 Nm. The engine which is used for power generations is a 1.5L petrol engine producing 106 kW and 250 Nm of torque. According to Nissan, this configuration is intended to increase power delivery at the wheels compared to the standard Aura Nismo.

It gets a wider track which is aimed at improving stability in straight-line driving and cornering. The concept uses Nismo-tuned e-4ORCE all-wheel control technology and runs on 18-inch Nismo LM GT4 wheels with 245/45 R18 Michelin Pilot Sport 4 tyres .

Braking hardware consists of four-piston calipers at the front and two-piston calipers at the rear. Suspension includes independent struts at the front and a torsion beam arrangement at the rear.

Nissan and NMC have indicated that the Aura Nismo RS Concept will undergo further development. The company is evaluating the concept for potential use in racing applications and is also studying the possibility of bringing it to market in the future. No timelines or market details have been confirmed at this stage.

Yutaka Sanada, President and CEO of NMC said, “Under our Re:Nissan strategy, we are committed to introducing heartbeat models at speed that resonate with customers. We 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’ll continue striving to deliver that to customers and fans worldwide.”