Nissan to exit direct operations in Argentina

Nissan has announced it will cease direct operations in Argentina, transitioning to an importer-based model. The company has signed definitive agreements to transfer its Argentine subsidiary to a new entity formed by two local groups: Grupo Simpa, which will hold 80% of the capital, and Grupo Tagle, which will hold the remaining 20%.

The transition, expected to be finalized by December 1, 2026, will see the new partnership manage vehicle distribution, parts, accessories, after-sales services, and dealership networks. Nissan stated that more than 80% of the subsidiary's employees will be transferred. This business model mirrors Nissan's current approach in Chile and Peru.

This strategic shift follows the October 2025 closure of Frontier pickup production at the Santa Isabel plant in Córdoba as part of a global cost-cutting plan. Previously, the Argentine plant supplied markets including Brazil. Production of the Frontier has since been concentrated in Mexico. Moving forward, Nissan's Argentine lineup will consist of imported models, including the Kicks and X-Trail SUVs from Brazil, and the Versa and Sentra sedans from Mexico.