We'll just call the looks of this thing, umm, different. Yeah that's it. Different. That "different" begins with an industrial look inspired by high-end power tools. That's right, Nissan says, power tools. The four-door crew-cab type body has butterfly-style rear doors, a massive front fascia, a retractable rear window, a full moonroof, a deep cargo bed with an electronic tailgate and slide-out bed floor and, last but not least, an integrated tailgate-mounted tool box. So, the truck's styling is inspired by the items that would get stored in this box, right? Whatever.

Getting away from appearances, the mechanical goods are a bit easier to comprehend. A 4.5-liter DOHC V8 makes 300 horsepower and is backed by a four-speed automatic transmission. The alpha T also has four-wheel drive. The off-road capable suspension is home to four-wheel disc brakes with ABS and huge 22.5-inch wheels with 265/60R22.5 tires.

Moving inside, the saddle-colored leather cabin has several compartments and storage spaces, a retractable multifunction display screen with a navigation system, a brushed aluminum steering wheel and a rear compartment climate control system. There's also a rear seat fold-down table/armrest for those riding in back.