Nissan Armada vs Lexus GX
Overview | |
MSRP$58,840 | MSRP$64,735 |
Listings277 | Listings306 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews8.7 out of 10 | Expert reviews8.8 out of 10 |
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Reviews SummaryIn our recent testing, no vehicle has outperformed its prior generation like the Nissan Armada. Gutted and redone for the 2025 model year, the Armada brings power, towing capacity, premium materials, and luxury-grade driving dynamics at a reasonable price. For 2026, Nissan made a NISMO version as a trial run for its planned lineup of performance trucks. Slammed on air springs and painted like the Z sports car, this is yet another Armada trim that goes further than Toyota, Chevrolet, GMC, and Jeep are willing to for $80,000. Verdict: The Armada offers a surprising level of quality, choice, and driving enjoyment that puts it ahead of the competition. | |
Reviews SummaryOne year on from the latest-generation Lexus GX’s debut, the excitement is still there. The 2025 Lexus GX looks great, drives well, and handles itself incredibly well off-road. The latter is something for which that the GX has always been renowned, at least among those who’ve been inclined to find out. Verdict: With great standard tech, safety equipment, looks, and overall versatility, the Lexus GX is worth the attention of any shopper who’s in the market for a luxury SUV. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine3.5L 425 hp V6 | Engine3.4L 349 hp V6 |
Drive Train4X2 | Drive TrainAWD |
Seating Capacity8 | Seating Capacity7 |
Horsepower425 hp @ 5600 rpm | Horsepower349 hp @ 4800 rpm |
MPG City16 | MPG City15 |
MPG Highway20 | MPG Highway21 |
Engine | |
Engine Name3.5L 425 hp V6 | Engine Name3.4L 349 hp V6 |
Torque516 lb-ft @ 3600 rpm | Torque479 lb-ft @ 2000 rpm |
Horsepower425 hp @ 5600 rpm | Horsepower349 hp @ 4800 rpm |
Drivetrain4X2 | DrivetrainAWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City16 | MPG City15 |
MPG Highway20 | MPG Highway21 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity8 | Seating Capacity7 |
Key Features | |
Navigation System | Navigation SystemStandard |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Sunroof/MoonroofStandard |
Safety | |
Side Crash Overall | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space20.4 cu ft | Cargo Space10.3 cu ft |
Curb Weight5676 lbs | Curb Weight5585 lbs |
Height78.0 in | Height75.6 in |
Length209.6 in | Length197.1 in |
Width92.5 in | Width78.0 in |
Wheelbase121.1 in | Wheelbase112.2 in |
Maximum Payload1899 lbs | Maximum Payload1445 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity8500 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity9063 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity8500 lbs | Standard Towing Capacity9063 lbs |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $58,840 | $64,735 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 8.7 out of 10Read full review | 8.8 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | In our recent testing, no vehicle has outperformed its prior generation like the Nissan Armada. Gutted and redone for the 2025 model year, the Armada brings power, towing capacity, premium materials, and luxury-grade driving dynamics at a reasonable price. For 2026, Nissan made a NISMO version as a trial run for its planned lineup of performance trucks. Slammed on air springs and painted like the Z sports car, this is yet another Armada trim that goes further than Toyota, Chevrolet, GMC, and Jeep are willing to for $80,000. Verdict: The Armada offers a surprising level of quality, choice, and driving enjoyment that puts it ahead of the competition. | One year on from the latest-generation Lexus GX’s debut, the excitement is still there. The 2025 Lexus GX looks great, drives well, and handles itself incredibly well off-road. The latter is something for which that the GX has always been renowned, at least among those who’ve been inclined to find out. Verdict: With great standard tech, safety equipment, looks, and overall versatility, the Lexus GX is worth the attention of any shopper who’s in the market for a luxury SUV. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 3.5L 425 hp V6 | 3.4L 349 hp V6 |
Drive Train | 4X2 | AWD |
Seating Capacity | 8 | 7 |
Horsepower | 425 hp @ 5600 rpm | 349 hp @ 4800 rpm |
MPG City | 16 | 15 |
MPG Highway | 20 | 21 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 3.5L 425 hp V6 | 3.4L 349 hp V6 |
Torque | 516 lb-ft @ 3600 rpm | 479 lb-ft @ 2000 rpm |
Horsepower | 425 hp @ 5600 rpm | 349 hp @ 4800 rpm |
Drivetrain | 4X2 | AWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 16 | 15 |
MPG Highway | 20 | 21 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 8 | 7 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 20.4 cu ft | 10.3 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 5676 lbs | 5585 lbs |
Height | 78.0 in | 75.6 in |
Length | 209.6 in | 197.1 in |
Width | 92.5 in | 78.0 in |
Wheelbase | 121.1 in | 112.2 in |
Maximum Payload | 1899 lbs | 1445 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 8500 lbs | 9063 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity | 8500 lbs | 9063 lbs |
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