It was originally expected to debut as an EV.
In May this year, Nissan management announced plans to launch a new generation of the Skyline. Initially, the car was expected to be an all-electric model. But declining demand for EVs has cast serious doubt on that strategy — especially as Nissan continues to face major financial challenges.
It seems the company’s top executives quickly realized that electric powertrains aren’t the only future for the Skyline, and have radically revised their vision for the iconic coupe.
According to industry insiders, the next Skyline will return to an internal combustion engine instead of electric motors. Unofficial renderings shared online suggest a far more modern design while keeping some heritage cues — most notably the signature four round taillights.
The technical details make things even more intriguing. Japanese media report that the new Skyline will use a 3.0-liter twin-turbo V6, the same engine found in the Skyline 400R and Nismo models.
Output is expected to range between 405 and 420 horsepower, paired with a traditional 6-speed manual transmission.
The world premiere of the next-generation Skyline coupe is anticipated in the second half of 2027.