Nissan is ready to introduce an all new electric crossover SUV- a Rough like electric SUV in the early future. According to GlobalData, the new Ev codenamed PZ1L, will be similar in size to the Nissan Rogue Spot. The coming EV will be the company’s fifth electric vehicle (EV) to be produced at its Canton, Mississippi plant. Nissan is facing significant delays in its overall EV production plans, putting a $500 million investment on hold. Despite this, there is lots of excitement surrounding this upcoming model.
Nissan is aiming to combine the practicality with the design of the Rogue with the benefits of electric propulsion with this model.
However Nissan hasn’t disclosed the specific details about the EV features. it is expected that the coming crossover will match Nissan’s track record with the Rogue series. Further it is also expected that the new electric SUV also has advanced technology, spacious interior, and efficient electric powertrain options. The EV model plays a crucial part of Nissan’s strategy to expand its electric lineup and cater the growing demand for electric vehicles in the U.S. market.
EV Production in Canton Faces Delays Again
But the second delay by Nissan has created uncertainty among the intended customer. Initially set to begin in January, the production of two new electric sedans has been pushed back to November 2026. Despite the promising new model, Nissan’s EV production plans at the Canton plant have hit a significant roadblock.
According to a new memo viewed by Automotive News, Nissan asked suppliers to “stop all development activities related to [the EV sedan] project until further notice.
Suppliers are now seeking clarity on Nissan’s future plans. The postponement affects the production schedule for two electric sedans: a Nissan-branded model (codenamed LZ1F) and an Infiniti model (codenamed LZ1E). Initially, the LZ1F was scheduled to begin production in November 2026, followed by the LZ1E in April 2027.
In the meantime, the Canton plant’s output is dwindling. Built to support over 410,000 vehicles annually, the facility’s capacity has been reduced to around 270,000. Additionally, production of the Nissan Titan is set to end this summer, while Altima production has been extended through late 2025.
Jérémie Papin, chairperson of Nissan America, emphasized the importance of launching vehicles that meet customer demands at the right time. He assured that Nissan would provide “clarity” on EV production plans “fairly soon.”
