2025 Nissan Almera teased – 2nd facelift gets new front end, coming to Malaysia?

Nissan has teased a heavily updated version of the Almera, marking its second facelift since the fourth-generation model debuted. This revision brings a striking new front-end design, taking inspiration from the latest X-Trail SUV, and could signal Nissan’s increasing focus on styling and electrification. While the refreshed Almera has been confirmed for Latin American markets under the Versa nameplate, its arrival in Malaysia remains uncertain—especially considering that the first facelift has yet to make it here.

Despite maintaining its overall profile, the teaser image reveals significant design changes at the front. The most noticeable update is the introduction of split headlights, featuring eyebrow-style LED daytime running lights. This design follows the trend set by Nissan’s larger SUVs, giving the Almera a more aggressive and futuristic look.

Another key difference is the placement of the Nissan badge, which now sits just ahead of the bonnet shutline rather than being housed within the grille. Meanwhile, the rear appears to have been redesigned with a more sculpted look, incorporating vertical creases running down from the taillights to the bumper. These refinements give the B-segment sedan a sharper, more modern presence.

Under the hood, the ASEAN-market Almera is expected to retain the familiar 1.0-litre HR10DET turbocharged three-cylinder engine, producing 100 PS and 152 Nm of torque, paired with a CVT. However, given Nissan’s recent emphasis on hybrid technology, there’s a possibility that this facelift could introduce the e-Power system.

The e-Power setup, already used in the related Nissan Kicks, features a petrol engine that acts solely as a generator to charge a battery, which in turn powers an electric motor. This setup offers an electric driving experience without the need for external charging and could provide the Almera with a strong alternative to the Honda City e:HEV in the region.

The Almera remains a popular choice in Southeast Asia, and with this significant update, Nissan is likely to roll it out to ASEAN markets relatively quickly. However, Malaysian buyers might have to wait. The country has yet to receive the first facelift introduced in 2023, meaning this latest version could take even longer to arrive.

If Nissan Malaysia decides to skip the previous update and go straight for this 2025 version, it could give the Almera a much-needed boost in competitiveness. But until an official announcement is made, local buyers will have to wait and see when—or if—this striking new Almera will make its way to Malaysian roads.