2023 Lexus GX 460 vs. 2024 Nissan Armada Review

Picture of the 2023 Lexus GX 460

2023 Lexus
GX 460

MSRP*: $58,875 to $69,530
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2024 Nissan
Armada

MSRP*: $56,520 to $71,590
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MPG - City 15 MPG 13 - 14 MPG
MPG - Hwy 19 MPG 18 - 19 MPG
Seating Capacity 7 seats 7 - 8 seats
Cargo Space 64.7 ft3 92.6 ft3
Engine
  • 301-hp, 4.6-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 400-hp, 5.6-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain Four Wheel Drive Four Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive
Horsepower 301 hp 400 hp
Towing Capacity 6,500 lbs 8,500 lbs
Exterior Length 192.1 in 208.9 in
Exterior Width 74.2 in 79.9 in
Leg Room Front 41.7 in
Rear 34.1 in
Front 41.9 in
Rear 41.0 in
Head Room Front 38.0 in
Rear 40.4 in
Front 39.8 - 40.9 in
Rear 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
Passengers in the backseat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Nissan Armada than in the Lexus GX 460, due to its greater head- and legroom. The Nissan Armada will be a hit with tall drivers and their front seat passengers, since it has greater front head- and legroom than the Lexus GX 460.

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Lexus GX 460 as you will with the Nissan Armada, as they are both able to travel similar distances on a tank of gas.

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). When looking only at MSRP, the Lexus GX 460 will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Nissan Armada.

Dimensions
Since the Lexus GX 460 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 Lexus GX 460, you'll have a much easier time finding a large enough space to park than you will with the Nissan Armada.

Handling
The Lexus GX 460 has a smaller turning radius than the Nissan Armada, allowing you to more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
In terms of towing capacity, the Nissan Armada is clearly the choice over the Lexus GX 460 for pulling heavy loads. When it comes to horsepower, the Lexus GX 460 has a lot less horsepower than the Nissan Armada.

Powertrain
The Lexus GX 460 has much lower torque than the Nissan Armada, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Lexus GX 460 and the Nissan Armada. The Lexus GX 460 has significantly less cargo capacity than the Nissan Armada.