Nissan Unveils 300hp Sentra Spec-V Concept for SEMA 2026
Nissan reveals a 300hp manual Sentra Spec-V concept at SEMA 2026, built by employee volunteers to mark 35 years of SE-R heritage, with no production plans.
Nissan will show a 300hp manual Sentra Spec-V concept at the SEMA Show in Las Vegas from 3 to 6 November 2026. The concept marks 35 years since the original Sentra SE-R arrived in North America, featuring a turbocharged 2.0-litre engine and a six-speed manual transmission from the Juke Nismo RS.
Performance Specifications and Engineering Details
The concept delivers over 300 horsepower at the wheels, more than doubling the output of a regular Sentra. It is equipped with performance-focused components from Nissan's Nismo and GT-R parts bins.
| Component | Source |
|---|---|
| Brakes | Brembo system from the GT-R |
| Wheels | 19-inch NISMO LM-RS1 forged alloys |
| Suspension | Custom NISMO coilovers and anti-roll bars |
| Exhaust | Custom side-exit system |
| Seats | Recaro front seats from the GT-R |
| Body Kit | R35 GT-R Nismo widebody kit and rear spoiler |
This extensive modification transforms the standard sedan into a track-focused tribute.
Project Context and Development
The project was developed by Nissan's Acceleration Team under Project NAT2. This is a volunteer group of employees who race in their spare time. Kim Less, vice president for aftersales at Nissan Americas, stated Nissan has passionate fans who love cars and want to see what's possible.
These projects are a chance to have fun with shared passion and show what's possible with cars like the Sentra and Z. The Sentra SE-R Spec V, a high-performance sedan that once rivaled the Honda Civic Si, was never officially launched in Brazil, making this concept a fresh interpretation of an unfulfilled legacy.
SEMA Show Presentation and Future Outlook
The Spec-V Concept will be displayed alongside a volunteer-built SCCA race Z and a Chris Forsberg S30 restomod. A trio of modified Nissan Z cars, including the open-top Z Kaze, also appeared. Nissan stated there are no plans for any SEMA 2026 vehicles to enter production.
However, the company indicated that previous SEMA concepts have influenced its showroom vehicles. "Nissan says earlier SEMA concepts inspired its Rock Creek range, which now covers the Rogue, Kicks and Pathfinder." The article closes on Nissan's statement that these projects are a chance to have fun with shared passion and show what's possible with cars like the Sentra and Z.
