Honda May Get Its First Full-Size SUV And Pickup

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Honda, Nissan, and Mitsubishi merger could be bigger news than you think
Honda has announced an agreement to merge with Nissan in a deal worth a reported $54 billion. Mitsubishi, which has long been allied with Nissan, will decide by the end of January 2025 whether to join the venture, potentially increasing the total merger value to $58 billion.
Honda May Get Its First Full-Size SUV And Pickup From Nissan Merger
Honda may soon get its first opportunity to make a true full-size SUV and pickup truck, according to AutomotiveNews. After speaking with Honda Motor Co.'s executive vice president, Noriya Kaihara, the outlet learned that the merger between Honda and Nissan could give Honda access to Nissan's experience and knowledge in producing full-size body-on-frame trucks.
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The direct-to-consumer sales model may witness some dealer resistance since Honda relies on a vast dealer network. Scout is facing a similar backlash from Volkswagen dealers. And the Afeela 1 will also be manufactured at Honda’s Ohio production hub, where most popular models, like the Accord and CR-V are made.
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The Honda-Nissan merger could kick off with a full-size SUV
We read your reactions on our coverage of the potential Honda-Nissan merger, and chuckled at every single “Honda Civic Type Z,” and “Nissan CR-XTrail” comment. These have all been funny, outrageous, and have started some interesting conversations at the office.
Honda Finally Reveals Its Hands In Nissan Merger
Plus, auto suppliers are scrambling to move production to dodge tariffs and China's exports expected to drop for 2025.
Honda and Nissan Have Confirmed Their Merger Plans
Actual details of the merger are thin, but the announcement by the brand makes clear that Honda would lead the new holding company under which the automakers would exist, with the automaker choosing the top executives.
After Nissan Merger, Will Honda Retain GM Collaborations?
In 1993, GM had controlling interest in Isuzu and signed a deal to supply its Rodeo to become Honda’s first SUV, rebadged the Passport. The Isuzu Trooper was then rebadged to become the Acura SLX, and GM’s Japanese brand got the Honda Odyssey minivan to become the Isuzu Oasis.
Honda Could Get Full-Size SUV As Part Of Merger With Nissan
Honda’s largest crossover is the Pilot, which spans 199.9 inches (5,077 mm) long and has seating for up to eight people. The Armada is considerably larger as it measures 209.6 inches (5,324 mm) long. It’s also more burly thanks to a twin-turbo 3.5-liter V6 developing 425 hp (317 kW / 431 PS) and 516 lb-ft (699 Nm) of torque.
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Commentary: The Honda/Nissan Proposed Merger
That still puts the new proposed company behind Volkswagen, and far behind Toyota. It would have placed them just above Hyundai/Kia last year, but barely. So, let's be honest here. This is not a merger-it is a purchase essentially,
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