2025 GMC Yukon XL vs. 2025 Nissan Armada Review

Picture of the 2025 GMC Yukon XL

2025 GMC
Yukon XL

MSRP*: $70,200 to $104,800
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Picture of the 2025 Nissan Armada

2025 Nissan
Armada

MSRP*: $56,520 to $79,990
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MPG - City 14 - 15 MPG Info not available
MPG - Hwy 18 - 19 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 7 - 8 seats 7 - 8 seats
Cargo Space 144.5 ft3 97.1 ft3
Engine
  • 305-hp, 3.0-liter, Straight 6 Cylinder Engine (Diesel Fuel)
  • 420-hp, 6.2-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 425-hp, 3.5-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain Four Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive Four Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive
Horsepower 355 - 420 hp 425 hp
Towing Capacity 7,800 - 8,200 lbs 8,500 lbs
Exterior Length 225.2 in 209.7 in
Exterior Width 81.0 in 83.3 in
Leg Room Front 44.5 in
Rear 42.0 in
Front 43.8 in
Rear 39.2 in
Head Room Front 40.4 - 42.3 in
Rear 37.5 - 38.9 in
Front 39.1 - 40.8 in
Rear 37.8 - 40.0 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the GMC Yukon XL than in the Nissan Armada. The GMC Yukon XL will be popular with taller drivers and passengers in the front seat, due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Nissan Armada.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). The GMC Yukon XL is somewhat more expensive than the Nissan Armada.

Dimensions
Since the GMC Yukon XL is much slimmer than the Nissan Armada, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. If you go with the GMC Yukon XL, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Nissan Armada.

Performance
With the Nissan Armada, you'll be able to pull heavier loads than with the GMC Yukon XL. In terms of horsepower, it's a virtual tie between the GMC Yukon XL and the Nissan Armada.

Powertrain
With its lower torque engine, the GMC Yukon XL doesn't do as good a job transmitting power to its wheels as the Nissan Armada.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the GMC Yukon XL and the Nissan Armada. With the GMC Yukon XL, you'll be able to haul more equipment or luggage than the Nissan Armada.