2025 Nissan Armada

 All-new SUV pricing confirmed with accessible entry point to segment

November 18, 2024

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – The all-new 2025 Nissan Armada packages the latest innovative technologies with enhanced capability and an adventurous design. Maintaining the previous generation's base pricing, the new Armada has a Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) starting at $56,5201 and is on sale in December.

Designed to give adventurers off-road thrills and confident capability, Armada's first-ever PRO-4X version adds all-terrain tires, increased approach angle, underbody skid plates, electronic locking rear differential and Adaptive Electronic Air Suspension2.

The 2025 Armada is powered by a new twin-turbo, direct-injected 3.5-liter V6 engine. Paired with a standard 9-speed automatic transmission, the engine supports an impressive standard towing capacity of 8,500 pounds3 with a Class IV tow hitch and 7-pin harness/pre-wiring included on all grades.

In varying conditions, eight selectable drive modes (Standard, Eco, Sport, Tow, Snow, Sand, Rock, Mud/Rut) adapt vehicle systems to suit different terrains. The Off-road Information Display includes an inclinometer, slip indicator and a steering angle indicator. Visual enhancements for the Armada PRO-4X include Lava Red accents, LED fog lights, black fender flares, black-painted mirror covers and roof rails, a black-painted front grille and unique PRO-4X-themed interior accents.

For added convenience, ProPILOT Assist 2.14 is optional on SL, Platinum and Platinum Reserve. Nissan's advanced hands-off assistance technology for freeway driving allows attentive drivers to take their hands off the steering wheel in single-lane freeway operation, while the system manages acceleration, steering and braking. For additional peace of mind, Nissan Safety Shield® 3605 is standard on every Armada grade.

Full specifications on all 2025 Nissan Armada grades, as well as fuel economy, photos and videos, are available in the full press kit.

Behind the design of the 2025 Nissan Murano

 Inspired by the Italian island of Murano, famous for its centuries-old glassmaking tradition, the latest generation of Nissan's premium crossover (coming early 2025) embodies both the name and spirit of this artisanal heritage.

"One of my favorite features is the glass-like trim on the dashboard," said Giovanny Arroba, senior design director at Nissan. "We developed a three-layer finisher that provides a beautiful color gradation reminiscent of Murano glass."

The available Murano glass-like finisher spans the width of the dashboard.

This attention to detail is just one example of the countless hours Nissan designers invested to perfect the final product.

Guided by a theme of "energetic elegance," designers wanted the all-new Murano to look dynamic and sleek, yet poised and premium.

"We were determined to create something striking," Arroba said. "At first glance, you want to walk up to it. You want to get in and drive it."

Giovanny Arroba, Nissan senior design director, explains the philosophy behind the crossover's all-new design for 2025.

As a first step, Nissan's design team expanded the Murano's width to 78 inches, adding nearly three inches for a more substantial presence.

"Murano's proportions are one of its key features," said Tase Nobutaka, program design director at Nissan. "It has a nice, wide stance, which allows us to provide a confident, energetic feeling."

Inspired by nature and the grandness of its horizon, Nissan designers integrated powerful horizontal lines throughout the vehicle, from the crease extending from the headlamp to the rear fender, to the LED light bar in the rear. To emphasize the latter, designers reorganized the rear design to draw the eye to the taillamps.

"We moved the license plate down into the lower bumper, really cleaning up the profile of the rear," Arroba said. "And the wiper blade is concealed in the rear diffuser, so all the noise has been eliminated, allowing for this beautiful horizontal blade of light to stand out."

In front, the 2025 Murano features the thinnest headlamps of any Nissan sold in the U.S., creating a sleek, modern look.

"We wanted to connect them in a very thin, almost mask-like band across the front to elevate the presence of the car," Arroba said.

The clean design of the rear end draws the eye to Murano's LED light bar. Murano's thin headlamps are connected by equally slender black elements, creating a mask-like effect.

Dedicated to quality from top to bottom, Nissan's design team also focused on details some owners might not notice at first glance – like shrinking the already small gaps between doors, bumpers and other body panels for seamless alignment across the vehicle.

"Making sure all the body panels flawlessly come together – whether it's the hood to the headlamp or the doors through the rear fenders – all these things add up to bring that sense of seamlessness," Arroba said.

Nobutaka said this required a different approach, so designers began working with engineers early in the development process.

"It was very complicated at times, but worthwhile to provide a uniform, smooth appearance," he said.

Inside, every detail reflects careful craftsmanship, from the dashboard stitching to the unique seat quilting patterns, capturing the Japanese concept of omotenashi, or "elevated hospitality." Designers wanted drivers to feel like they have entered a sanctuary.

"It's a spa-like retreat," Arroba said. "We want drivers to be pampered."

The team deliberately diverged from typical upholstery color options. Instead, you'll find gorgeous combinations, including available deep blue-and-black quilted leather seats. Again, the horizon theme remains, with the upper portions of the seats being a different hue than the lower sections. Even the steering wheel is a two-spoke, horizontal design.

"You feel that same harmony as when you're on the beach looking at the sunset," Arroba explained. "There's such a powerful natural beauty to the horizon."

The 2025 Murano is brimming with technology, and all trims come standard with dual 12.3-inch displays that fit naturally in the space.

"We didn't want to just drop them in," Arroba said. "We covered them with wrapped, stitched materials so that they feel harmoniously integrated into the interior."

Below the dual screens are climate controls similar to those in the Nissan Ariya. They are touch-capacitive and integrated into wood-like trim. Arroba says this delivers a cohesive, warm tech elegance.

Horizontal lines are a major theme in the 2025 Murano's all-new interior.

The 2025 Murano delivers a balanced blend of energy and calm, showcasing years of refinement and global collaboration.

"Our goal was to create a fundamentally beautiful vehicle – something equal parts form and function," Arroba said. "It's a spectacular evolution of the Murano family."

Nissan Murano

Nissan N7 EV

 

Dongfeng Nissan today unveiled the all-new N7 electric sedan at Guangzhou International Automobile Exhibition (Auto Guangzhou). The vehicle is set to go on sale in China in the first half of 2025.

The N7 is the first model built on Dongfeng Nissan's new modular architecture, designed exclusively for electrified vehicles. Developed and produced in China, it promises consumers in the world’s largest automotive market a stress-free driving experience, superior comfort, and a suite of intelligent technology.

Previewed by the ‘Nissan Epoch Concept’ at the Beijing Motor Show in April, the stylish N7 EV sedan is designed for urban go-getters looking to elevate their lifestyles with the latest technologies. This medium-large sedan embodies Nissan's iconic V-Motion design signature, showcasing a fluid and futuristic appearance. Measuring 4,930 mm in length, 1,895 mm in width, and 1,487 mm in height, the N7 features a 2,915 mm wheelbase that provides a spacious cabin.

The sleek exterior is paired with an equally impressive and advanced interior. With an Infotainment system powered by a Qualcomm® Snapdragon™ 8295P processor, the N7 promises exceptional computing power for a seamless connected experience.

In partnership with Momenta, a leader in autonomous driving technology in China, Dongfeng Nissan will equip the N7 with an advanced driver-assist system called ‘Navigate on Autopilot.’

The N7 is developed and produced in China, pairing vehicle intelligence technology from established local partners with Nissan’s high-quality manufacturing, to meet the exacting standards of consumers in the region.

The new N7 sedan marks the introduction of the first completely new, all-electric model in China as part of The Arc, Nissan's midterm plan. Through this plan, Nissan intends to speed up the development and export of new energy vehicles from China.

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Nissan Shares Tumble After Cutting 9,000 Jobs and Halving CEO Pay

 Nissan Motor Co.’s struggles to cope with tougher car industry conditions and address internal weaknesses have spiraled, leaving the automaker no choice but to slash payroll, production and its forecasts for this fiscal year.

Shares in the Japanese manufacturer fell the most since August on an intraday basis after saying it will dismiss 9,000 workers and cut a fifth of its manufacturing capacity after net income plummeted 94% in the first half. Nissan also will sell off some of its stake in Mitsubishi Motors Corp. after burning through ¥448.3 billion ($2.9 billion) in cash the last six months.

Nissan’s shares fell as much as 10% in early morning trading in Tokyo on Friday, to their lowest since October 2020.

The calamitous results will prove costly for Chief Executive Officer Makoto Uchida, who’s forfeiting half his compensation starting this month. The CEO told investors Nissan has been affected “not only by external challenges, but also by our specific issues,” alluding both to the breakneck rise of Chinese automakers and Nissan setting overly ambitious sales targets.

“Meeting our sales goals will be a challenge,” Uchida said. “We need to rebuild our strength so that we can pivot toward a more positive direction.”

Nissan now sees its operating income plunging to just ¥150 billion in the fiscal year ending in March, down 70% from its previous forecast. Management also lowered their revenue outlook by more than 9%, meaning they now expect virtually no growth for the year.

Uchida has been at the helm since 2019, when Nissan was facing an existential crisis in the wake of former chairman Carlos Ghosn’s departure. He’s had trouble righting the ship while facing stiff competition from the likes of Tesla Inc. and China’s BYD Co., rendering the company a laggard among major Japanese automakers.

“Nissan is the weakest one,” said James Hong, an analyst at Macquarie Securities Korea. “The only way for the company to improve sales is through price cuts.”

Nissan sells portion of Mitsubishi Motors’ shares

 November 7, 2024

 

YOKOHAMA, Japan – Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. today announced sale of up to 149,028,300 shares (approximately 10.02% of Mitsubishi Motors Corporation (MMC) the total number of issued shares (excluding treasury shares)) reducing its current 34.07% stake (506,620,577 shares) in MMC.

The shares are scheduled to be sold at today's closing price (including the final special quotation) of 460.6 yen through the Tokyo Stock Exchange's off-floor purchase trading for treasury stock (ToSTNeT-3) at 8:45 AM on November 8, 2024.

This transaction will support MMC’s management strategy as well as enhance Nissan's financial flexibility, paving the way for future growth opportunities.

Nissan and MMC will continue their collaborative efforts to drive innovation and deliver exceptional value to their stakeholders. Together, the Alliance companies are actively engaged in high-value creation projects that respond to evolving industry trends.

Nissan reports first-half results for fiscal year 2024

  Full fiscal year 2024 forecast revised downward

• Announces turnaround actions to stabilize and right-size the business while reinforcing product for profitable growth

 

YOKOHAMA, Japan – Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. today announced financial results for the six-months ended September 30, 2024, and revised its full year financial outlook for fiscal year 2024.

 

Fiscal year 2024 first-half financial results
Consolidated net revenue decreased by 79.1 billion yen to 5.98 trillion yen, with consolidated operating profit decreasing 303.8 billion yen to 32.9 billion yen, representing an operating profit margin of 0.5%. Net income1 was 19.2 billion yen.

Global sales volumes decreased year-on-year to 1.6 million units. Profitability was affected by higher selling expenses and inventory optimization efforts, particularly in the US, along with rising monozukuri costs.

The following table summarizes Nissan’s financial results for the first half of fiscal year 2024, calculated under the equity accounting method for the group’s China joint venture.

 

TSE report basis – China JV equity basis2

Yen in billions	FY23 first half	FY24 first half	Variance vs FY23
Net revenue	6,063.3	5,984.2	-79.1
Operating profit	336.7	32.9	-303.8
Operating margin %	5.6%	0.5%	-5.1 points
Ordinary profit	412.7	116.1	-296.6
Net income1	296.2	19.2	-277.0

Based on average foreign exchange rates of JPY 153/USD and JPY 166/EUR for FY24 H1

 

Fiscal year 2024 second-quarter financial results
Consolidated net revenue was 2.99 trillion yen in the three-month period to September 30, 2024, with consolidated operating profit of 31.9 billion yen and net income of negative 9.3 billion yen. The following table summarizes the results for the second quarter of fiscal year 2024, calculated under the equity accounting method for the group’s China joint venture.

 

TSE report basis – China JV equity basis2

Yen in billions	FY23 Q2	FY24 Q2	Variance vs FY23
Net revenue	3,145.7	2,985.8	-159.9
Operating profit	208.1	31.9	-176.2
Net income1	190.7	-9.3	-200.1

Based on average foreign exchange rates of JPY 150/USD and JPY 164/EUR for FY24 Q2

 

FY2024 outlook
Nissan has revised downward its full year outlook for fiscal year 2024. The updated projections anticipate net revenue to be 12,700 billion yen. Operating profit is expected to reach 150 billion yen. Net income is to be determined (TBD*) due to ongoing assessment of costs necessary for the planned turnaround efforts.

The company has filed the following fiscal-year outlook with the Tokyo Stock Exchange. Calculated under the equity accounting method for Nissan’s joint venture in China, the forecasts for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2025, are:

 

TSE report basis – China JV equity basis2

Yen in billions	Previous FY24 outlook	Revised FY24 outlook	Variance vs previous outlook
Net revenue	14,000.0	12,700.0	-1,300.0
Operating profit	500.0	150.0	-350.0
Net income1	300.0	TBD*	-

The average foreign exchange rates for the revised fiscal year 2024 outlook have been revised to the premise of JPY 149/USD and JPY 164/EUR from JPY 155/USD and JPY 167/EUR for previous outlook.

 

Due to the revised financial forecast for the fiscal year, the board of directors elected not to pay an interim dividend. The previous year-end dividend outlook has been removed and will be determined in conjunction with the recovery of the business. Nissan will continue to prioritize financial discipline as an essential component of the Arc business plan.

 

Turnaround actions

Facing a severe situation, Nissan is taking urgent measures to turnaround its performance and create a leaner, more resilient business capable of swiftly adapting to changes in the market.

To achieve healthy growth in the future, the company will implement a structure to secure sustainable profitability and cash generation, even with a projected annual sales of 3.5 million units by fiscal year 2026. While ensuring diligent execution of the Arc business plan, Nissan seeks to enhance investment efficiencies and product competitiveness through strategic partnerships with Renault Group, Mitsubishi Motors Corporation (MMC), and Honda Motor Co., Ltd. It’s turnaround actions include:

 

Stabilize and right-size business
Nissan aims to reduce fixed costs by 300 billion yen (compared to FY2024) and variable costs by 100 billion yen (compared to FY2024) while maintaining a healthy free cash flow.

To achieve this, Nissan will cut global production capacity by 20% and reduce its global workforce by 9,000. The company is implementing various measures to lower selling, general, and administrative expenses, decrease the cost of goods sold, rationalize its asset portfolio, and prioritize capital expenditures and investments in research and development.

CEO Makoto Uchida will voluntarily forfeit 50% of his monthly compensation starting in November 2024 and the other executive committee members will also voluntarily take a pay reduction accordingly.

 

Reinforce product competitiveness and ensure growth
Nissan will accelerate some of the plans under The Arc to capitalize on market opportunities.

The company plans to advance the introduction of new energy vehicles in China, and plug-in hybrids and e-POWER in the US, while simultaneously increasing sales per model to enhance model efficiencies.

Nissan aims to reduce vehicle development lead time to 30 months and deepen collaboration with Renault Group, Mitsubishi Motors Corporation (MMC), and Honda Motor Co., Ltd., while exploring more strategic partnerships in the areas of technology and software services.

To facilitate swift decision-making for the turnaround actions, Nissan will appoint a Chief Performance Officer responsible for sales and profit, effective December 1.

Nissan President and CEO Makoto Uchida said: “These turnaround measures do not imply that the company is shrinking. Nissan will restructure its business to become leaner and more resilient, while also reorganizing management to respond quickly and flexibly to changes in the business environment. We an aim to enhance the competitiveness of our products, which are fundamental to our success, and set Nissan back on a path of growth. As a cohesive team, we are dedicated to working together to ensure the successful implementation of our plans.”

 

1 Net income attributable to owners of the parent

2 Since the beginning of fiscal year 2013, Nissan has reported figures calculated under the equity method accounting for its joint venture with Dong Feng in China. Although net income reporting remains unchanged under this accounting method, the equity-accounting income statements no longer include Dong Feng-Nissan’s results in revenue and operating profit.

 

Note: Financial forecasts are based on judgements and estimates made using currently available information. They are subject to uncertainty and risk, and final results may differ.

 

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