Rogue off-roader headlines Nissan's concepts for the 2024 Tokyo Auto Salon

Nissan is bringing half a dozen concept cars to the 2024 Tokyo Auto Salon opening its doors in January. All of the design studies are based on existing models, as they were built to showcase how design and equipment modifications can completely change a car's personality.

Two of the concepts are based on the Rogue, which is known as the X-Trail in many global markets. Still shrouded in darkness, the Crawler Concept seemingly gets a long list of off-road modifications including what looks like a massive lift kit, wheel arch flares that hint at a wider track, a roof rack, and auxiliary lights. We're told that the trunk "contains the tools that have always been looked for in the X-Trail."

If this sounds familiar, it's likely because we saw a lifted Rogue at the 2023 SEMA show. The new concept looks far more capable, however.

Nissan-owned tuner Autech created the second concept, and it took the Rogue in a completely different direction. It added new-look exterior trim, dark blue paint, and bright wheels to give the crossover a look that's both sporty and upmarket. Interior pictures haven't been released yet. The boxy Serena, a big minivan that's not sold in the United States, will get the same treatment from Autech for the Tokyo Auto Salon.