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First look: Nissan NISMO RS concept heads to Tokyo Auto Salon 2026

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First teaser shows a wild Nissan NISMO RS concept with a massive rear wing, debuting at Tokyo Auto Salon 2026. Preview of expanded NISMO lineup and sales goals
Michael Powers, Editor

Nissan has released the first teaser for a new NISMO concept set to debut on January 9 at the Tokyo Auto Salon 2026. The image gives away very little, yet one thing is obvious at a glance: a massive rear wing and an RS badge hint at a particularly fierce character. Even in silhouette, the hardware speaks for itself, pointing to stronger track intent and a sharper focus on aerodynamics.

The concept arrives as part of a broader plan to expand NISMO. The brand intends to grow its road-going lineup, taking the number of production NISMO models from the current five to ten, and to move into new markets. In parallel, Nissan targets roughly a 1.5x increase in annual NISMO sales by 2028 and aims to lift the export share from 40 to 60 percent.

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Official details remain under wraps, but the teaser suggests this is more than a styling exercise—potentially a preview of a new wave of production NISMO models. The RS designation is usually reserved for the most focused versions, which points either to a more powerful engine or to an updated electric platform tuned for performance. Either way, the message feels clear: the priority here is speed and precision.