A new Nissan Skyline might come in the form of an electric crossover

Nissan's iconic Skyline nameplate might be making a comeback, with a potential twist. Having once housed the prestigious GT-R badge, the Skyline transitioned into being essentially Infiniti-branded vehicles in the United States. In recent times, the Skyline sedan was essentially rebadged as the Infiniti Q50. Additionally, there was a Skyline Crossover variant that also existed in the past.

Now, it seems that the Skyline Crossover might be making a return in a new form. Reports from Japan's Best Car suggest that Nissan is contemplating the launch of an all-electric crossover under the Skyline nameplate. This strategy wouldn't be unprecedented, as other car manufacturers have successfully revived their legacy nameplates for electric crossovers before.

According to the sources, the revived Skyline Crossover is likely to be built upon Nissan's Ariya CMF-EV platform, possibly featuring a dual-motor e-4orce powertrain. However, the future of the Skyline remains somewhat uncertain, as mixed information has been received regarding its revival. Nonetheless, if it does come back, it would align with the ongoing trend in the automotive industry to transition toward electric mobility.

Drawing parallels, Ford's Mustang Mach-E provides a potential model for Nissan to follow in reimagining its performance icon. Though, it's worth noting that there are doubts about the Skyline making its way to the US, as it might arrive with an Infiniti badge instead.

Importantly, the potential return of the Skyline, whether in an electric form or otherwise, should not have any impact on the legendary GT-R. The current R35-generation of the GT-R continues to receive updates and remains a potent performance machine. It is expected that the next-generation GT-R will still be powered by a gasoline engine with turbochargers while Nissan explores the electric path for the Skyline.

With rumors and speculations abounding, it's still uncertain if Nissan will indeed launch a battery-electric Skyline crossover. Fans of the Skyline can only hope for its return, but it remains to be seen whether Nissan will fully commit to the idea. The automotive industry's transition towards electric vehicles might influence the decision, but the fate of the Skyline remains in the hands of Nissan's strategists and product planners.