Tariffs Arrive – Every Vehicle Made in Canada, Mexico, and China For U.S. Buyers

by Justin Fischer | Last updated Mar 27, 2025 | Car Buying, New Cars, News

If you’re in the market for a new car or truck, possible price hikes should be on your radar. On March 26, 2025, the White House announced that new tariffs on imported vehicles would begin on April 3. The latest developments follow a one-month delay that resulted from President Trump’s discussions with the ‘big three’ U.S. automakers. In a shift from previous tariffs, the new auto tariffs apply to all vehicles imported into the United States. However, cars imported from Mexico, Canada, and China are likely to be most impacted due to the complexity of North American supply chains. Here’s what car buyers should know as spring car buying season gets underway.

Which Vehicles Are Affected By Tariffs in 2025?

Several of the most popular new cars and trucks sold in the U.S. are manufactured or partly assembled in Canada, Mexico, and China. However, the impacts of tariffs on the U.S. auto industry are much more wide reaching than it may seem on the surface. This is due to closely intertwined automotive supply chains spanning the three North American manufacturing hubs. 

A new report from S&P Global Mobility forecasts that lost production due to tariffs could reach 20,000 units per day that are not built. This would equate to one third of North American vehicle production being lost due to tariffs.  

It remains unclear how quickly consumers will begin to see higher sticker prices and lower incentives. What we do know is which new cars and trucks are most severely impacted. Here’s a look at some of the models now facing higher costs due to the tariffs, including average selling prices and market supply data as of March 26, 2025. 

Cars and Trucks Imported From Mexico

The following new cars, SUVs, and trucks are manufactured in Mexico, and sold in the United States. Note that many other models contain parts that are manufactured in Mexico and imported into the U.S. for final assembly. 

All prices and market data are as of March 3, 2025, reflecting the state of the car market before tariffs officially began.

In 2025, 20 models of new cars, SUVs and trucks are manufactured in Mexico for export to the United States. The automakers likely to be hardest hit by President Trump’s tariffs are Nissan, Volkswagen, Ford, and General Motors. Due to Volkswagen’s smaller model lineup, the German automaker will feel an outsized impact with three popular models being produced in Mexico.

Buyer’s looking for one of the more affordable new cars on sale today will be impacted by tariffs. Three popular models among budget buyers are all produced in Mexico: the Nissan Kicks, Nissan Sentra, and the new Kia K4. Finding a new car under $25,000 will become even more difficult in 2025 due to tariffs.

Cars and Trucks Imported From Canada

In 2023, the United States imported 141,847 motor vehicles and parts from Canada, a record high. These new cars are manufactured at facilities located in Ontario, with a large portion exported to the United States. In 2023, the U.S. was the largest market for Canadian automotive exports, making up 62% of total auto exports. Here are all of the cars and trucks manufactured in Canada for export to the U.S. in 2025:

Stellantis and Honda will be hardest hit by tariffs on Canada in 2025. The Civic and CR-V are top-sellers for Honda. As models known for their affordability and overall value, it will be interesting to see if Honda Motor American Honda Motor, the North American branch of Honda Motor Company, decides to pass import tariffs on to car buyers in the form of MSRP hikes or severe reductions in incentives. 

Continue to check back each week as we monitor the real-time impact of tariffs on car prices for these affected models.

Ford and General Motors Most Impacted By Tariff On China

Just a handful of new cars are produced in China for export to the United States. The following models will be subject to the 10% tariff on imports from China:

• 2025 Buick Envision
• 2025 Lincoln Nautilus
• 2025 Polestar 2
• 2025 Polestar 3

Polestar, no longer under Volvo’s umbrella, is going to be hit the hardest from the tariffs on Chinese imports. Sales of Polestar’s electric vehicles have already been falling in North America due to competitors with faster charging, more driving range, and lower price tags. If tariffs continue for months on end, it’s not clear if Polestar will see 2025’s challenges as reason enough to exist the North American market entirely to focus on more favorable tides in Europe and Asia.

What Should Car Buyers Do?

If you’re shopping for a new car, here’s what you need to know:

• Expect price increases – If you’re considering a vehicle made in Canada, Mexico, or China, it may be wise to buy sooner rather than later before dealers fully adjust their pricing.
• Consider domestic alternatives – U.S.- built models won’t face these tariffs, which could make them a better deal. Keep an eye out for the best new car incentives of the month.
• Look at the used car market – If new car prices rise too much, well-maintained used models may offer more value. Many drivers find the most value in three-year old models with low mileage and a clean history. Buying used means that you’re avoiding the steep depreciation that every new car buyer faces today. 
• We recommend that all car buyers see if their next vehicle could be impacted using our free auto tariff calculator. If the car or truck you’re in the market for is on the list, buying as soon as possible (or waiting it out) could save you thousands of dollars.

CarEdge’s Take

These tariffs are already reshaping the auto market, and will cost both consumers and automakers money. Whether automakers shift production to the U.S. in response remains to be seen, but for now, buyers should be prepared for rising costs in the form of rising MSRPs and a reduction in incentives, like zero percent financing.

If you have been considering shopping around for a better insurance rate, now is the time. Tariffs are likely to drive premiums even higher in 2025 as car parts are subjected to the levy. Compare quotes today to lock in your rate before the coming hikes.

CarEdge will continue tracking these developments and providing insights on how they affect car prices, financing, and buying strategies. Stay informed, and check out our free car buying tools to help you navigate the challenges ahead for car buyers in 2025.

5 Automakers On the Brink of Extinction – And the Numbers to Back It Up

by Justin Fischer | Last updated Feb 22, 2025 | Car Buying, New Cars, News

Selling cars isn’t a walk in the park in 2025. High interest rates, rising production costs, and fierce competition all make turning a profit a challenge. And then there’s the looming threat of tariffs. These 5 car brands are facing mounting challenges in the U.S. market, creating an increasingly uncertain future. These companies are grappling with rising inventory levels alongside a shrinking customer base as the likes of Toyota, Tesla, and Subaru have gained fans and taken market share. Many have struggled to secure a strong foothold in America, while others are American icons that seem to be on their way out. 

The following analysis delves into the factors driving these trends and the implications for each brand. These are the automakers at risk of leaving the U.S. market in the years to come.

Nissan

Nissan appears to be hurtling toward financial disaster. A merger with Honda has officially fallen through, manufacturing facilities are running well below capacity, and Nissans are sitting on dealer lots for longer than ever before. It’s likely that Nissan’s corporate leadership is considering all options right now. Just this past week, news broke that Honda would reconsider reviving takeover talks if Nissan’s CEO steps down. In November 2024, Nissan CEO Makoto Uchida said that the automaker needed to undertake serious restructuring to get out of what he called an “extremely tough situation.” It’s not yet clear how this will play out for what was once a top-selling automaker. 

A look at the numbers puts Nissan’s predicament in focus. In the United States, Nissan is set up for 8.5% market share in terms of dealer footprint and manufacturing capability. Yet, U.S. market share remains low, hovering around 4.5%. There’s a huge mismatch here that can’t continue forever. 

The likes of Toyota, Hyundai, Kia, and Subaru have taken market share from Nissan in the U.S. market. Sales haven’t exactly plummeted, but years of declines are starting to add up.

Here’s a look at how Nissan’s U.S. sales have fared compared to it’s immediate competitors over the last decade:

Although U.S. sales have steadily fallen, they’re still selling over 900,000 cars annually. However, Nissan’s corporate leadership has made it crystal clear that the company’s immediate threat is its balance sheet. Last year, an anonymous Nissan official told the Financial Times that the automaker has “12 to 14 months to survive.” A dire situation, indeed.

Mini

BMW owns the brand, and could pull the plug if sales continue to wane. Sales have tanked in recent years. It’s clear that Mini lost their niche in the American auto market as their vehicles grew in size. Mini’s best year was back in 2012, with 76,354 U.S. sales. How’s the bigger new model selling? Not well. There’s 188 days of supply for the new Countryman heading into spring car buying season.

Alfa Romeo

Alfa Romeo once had a bright future in North America. Following the brand’s arrival in 2016, sales climbed quickly, and peaked at nearly 24,000 units sold in 2018. However, it’s been steadily downhill ever since. In 2024, Alfa Romeo sold just 8,865 cars in the U.S. The Quadrifoglio versions of the Giulia and Stelvio have officially been canceled, leaving an even narrower lineup for American car buyers. 

With recent leadership shakeups at Stellantis, it’s more likely than ever that some brands are on the way out. Alfa Romeo is at the top of that unfortunate list. 

Be sure to check out just how far several Stellantis brands have fallen in the interactive graph below.

Chrysler

In 2025, Chrysler is exclusively a seller of minivans. Since the sunset of the Chrysler 300 sedan, the Pacifica and resurrected Voyager are all that’s left. Sales have fallen by 50% over the past decade. With Chrysler’s Airflow EV officially dead, it’s not clear if there’s a future at all for Chrysler. 

Mitsubishi

The good news is that Mitsubishi’s U.S. sales were up in 2025, led higher by sales of the Mirage, the most affordable new car in America. The bad news is that Mirage has officially been cancelled, just as drivers are increasingly desperate for cheap new cars. 

Mitsubishi has fallen far behind its Japanese rivals. Back in 2000, Mitsubishi wasn’t too far behind the likes of Toyota, Honda, and Nissan. In 2025, there are only 300 Mitsubishi dealers in the United States, a fraction of the competition’s footprint. It’s not clear if the success of the Outlander will be enough to keep the brand stateside in the long term. 

Honorable mention: Fiat, Maserati, and Jaguar

Over the course of the past decade, sales of Jeep, Chrysler, Dodge, and Ram models have fallen sharply. Jeep and Ram remain mainstays in the U.S., but other brands under the Stellantis umbrella have a less certain future. Here’a a look at how sales of Stellantis’ brands have contracted over the last ten years. As you’ll notice, Fiat, Maserati, Chrysler, and Alfa Romeo are just a fraction of today’s market:

Make no mistake: Stellantis is in deep trouble. In the U.S. market, Stellantis (and FCA US) sales are down 42% from 2015 to 2024, tumbling from 2,243,907 vehicles sold in 2015, to just 1,303,570 sold in 2024. New leadership is looking to trim the fat, of which there is plenty in the U.S. market. Alfa Romeo and Chrysler are high on the list, but Fiat and Maserati are the clear runner ups. 

Jaguar is essentially taking a year off in 2025, which is without a doubt a bad sign. With electrification progressing slower than anticipated, and sales of ICE models on the decline, it’s not clear if Jaguar will have a future in North America beyond 2025. Jaguar sold just 13,210 cars in America in 2024. That’s not enough to remain relevant in the decade to come.

What This Means For Car Buyers

The writing is on the wall for these struggling automakers. Whether it’s declining sales, bloated inventories, or corporate shakeups, these brands are facing serious uncertainty in the U.S. market. For car buyers, this presents both risks and opportunities.

Deals on the Horizon – As automakers like Nissan, Chrysler, and Mitsubishi fight to stay relevant, expect steeper discounts, better incentives, and negotiable prices on their remaining inventory.

Resale Value Concerns – If a brand exits the market, resale values can plummet due to concerns over service, parts availability, and long-term support.

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