By American consumers seeking luxury SUVs are encountering unexpected roadblocks as Nissan suspends new orders for Mexican-built Infiniti models, creating immediate market impacts:
Dealer Reality Check:
- 60-day wait lists forming for remaining inventory
- Some dealers adding $2,000+ market adjustments
- Lease deals becoming less favorable
Affected Buyers:
- QX50 Shoppers: Only 3,500 units remaining in US pipeline
- QX60 Hybrid Buyers: Production already constrained
- Fleet Purchasers: Corporate orders being redirected
“Customers who waited too long may need to switch brands,” warned AutoNation GM Mark Davis. “Inventory won’t last through summer at current sales rates.”
Alternative Options:
- Acura RDX (Ohio-built)
- Lexus NX (Canadian)
- Cadillac XT5 (Tennessee)