The Frontier Rapid Runner has 37-inch tires, Titan suspension, and no need for traditional doors.
Nissan has transformed the Frontier into a rugged, open-air off-road machine with its Rapid Runner concept. Designed for trail adventures, the truck borrows heavy-duty suspension components and the rear axle from the larger Titan. A two-inch body lift, custom Bilstein shocks, and massive 37-inch tires give it added height and capability.
The Rapid Runner rolls on prototype Nismo 17-inch wheels wrapped in 37-inch Yokohama Geolandar mud-terrain tires, providing plenty of traction for tough terrain. The truck ditches traditional doors for tube-style doors, emphasizing the open-air, adventure-ready experience. Inside, waterproof seat covers and protective floor liners keep the cabin ready for mud, sand, or water.
For hauling gear, the Rapid Runner features a tall bed rack and low-profile roof rack, outfitted with side lighting and a forward-facing light bar. There’s room to carry up to four kayaks, and the bed includes a sliding storage system. Solar panels and battery packs provide auxiliary power, and a Nismo shower kit adds a touch of comfort for off-grid excursions.
Off-road readiness continues with burly front and rear bumpers, a Nismo snorkel for water crossings, and wider fenders to accommodate the oversized tires. The Bilstein/Titan suspension setup rounds out the truck’s performance package, making it trail-ready.
Many of the Rapid Runner’s parts are expected to be available through Nismo as aftermarket add-ons, allowing Frontier enthusiasts to replicate some of the concept’s upgrades, even if full swaps like the Titan rear axle remain unlikely at a dealer level.
Overall, the Frontier Rapid Runner demonstrates Nissan’s growing embrace of enthusiast-driven off-road customization.