2024 Lexus GX 550 vs. 2024 Nissan Armada Review

Picture of the 2024 Lexus GX 550

2024 Lexus
GX 550

MSRP*: $62,900 to $79,900
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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 21 MPG 18 - 19 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 - 7 seats 7 - 8 seats
Cargo Space 76.9 - 90.5 ft3 92.6 ft3
Engine
  • 349-hp, 3.4-liter, V6 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 349 hp 400 hp
Towing Capacity 7,601 - 9,096 lbs 8,500 lbs
Exterior Length 197.1 in 208.9 in
Exterior Width 78.0 - 78.7 in 79.9 in
Leg Room Front 41.2 in
Rear 36.7 in
Front 41.9 in
Rear 41.0 in
Head Room Front 39.4 - 40.3 in
Rear 41.9 - 43.1 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 back seat may find themselves a little more cramped in the Lexus GX 550 than the Nissan Armada. The Nissan Armada offers just a little more front head- and legroom than the Lexus GX 550, offering the driver and front passenger a bit more room and comfort.

Convenience
The Nissan Armada requires fewer stops at the gas station than the Lexus GX 550, making it more convenient to drive.

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 Lexus GX 550 is somewhat more expensive than the Nissan Armada.

Dimensions
The Lexus GX 550 is a little narrower than the Nissan Armada, so you'll have an easier time getting in and out of the car in a tight parking spot. If you go with the Lexus GX 550, you'll have a much easier time finding a large enough space to park than you will with the Nissan Armada.

Performance
With the Lexus GX 550, you'll be able to pull heavier loads than the Nissan Armada. The Lexus GX 550 has a little less horsepower than the Nissan Armada.

Powertrain
With somewhat higher torque, the Lexus GX 550 transmits power to its wheels a bit more effectively than the Nissan Armada.

Utility
The Lexus GX 550 has less seating than the Nissan Armada, making the Nissan Armada the better choice, if you need to chauffeur many passengers. You'll be able to fit about the same amount of groceries in the Lexus GX 550 as you will in the Nissan Armada.