2025 Nissan Armada vs. 2025 Volkswagen Atlas Review

Picture of the 2025 Nissan Armada

2025 Nissan
Armada

MSRP*: $56,520 to $79,990
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Picture of the 2025 Volkswagen Atlas

2025 Volkswagen
Atlas

MSRP*: $38,200 to $53,205
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MPG - City Info not available 18 - 20 MPG
MPG - Hwy Info not available 25 - 26 MPG
Seating Capacity 7 - 8 seats 6 - 7 seats
Cargo Space 97.1 ft3 96.8 ft3
Engine
  • 425-hp, 3.5-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 269-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain Four Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 425 hp 269 hp
Towing Capacity 8,500 lbs 2,000 - 5,000 lbs
Exterior Length 209.7 in 200.7 in
Exterior Width 83.3 in 78.3 in
Leg Room Front 43.8 in
Rear 39.2 in
Front 41.7 in
Rear 37.6 in
Head Room Front 39.1 - 40.8 in
Rear 37.8 - 40.0 in
Front 41.3 in
Rear 40.4 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 Nissan Armada than the Volkswagen Atlas. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the Nissan Armada and the Volkswagen Atlas.

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 Nissan Armada will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Volkswagen Atlas, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Nissan Armada is much wider than the Volkswagen Atlas, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. For some people, bigger is better. If that's the case for you, then you'll be happier with the Nissan Armada, which is slightly longer than the Volkswagen Atlas.

Performance
When considering towing capacity, the Nissan Armada is clearly the choice over the Volkswagen Atlas for pulling heavy loads. When it comes to horsepower, the Nissan Armada greatly out-muscles the Volkswagen Atlas.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Nissan Armada does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than the Volkswagen Atlas.

Utility
The Nissan Armada offers greater seating capacity than the Volkswagen Atlas, making it a better choice for those who find themselves chauffeuring others around. You'll be able to fit about the same amount of groceries in the Nissan Armada as you will in the Volkswagen Atlas.