2025 Nissan Armada vs. 2025 Subaru Ascent Review

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2025 Nissan
Armada

MSRP*: $56,520 to $79,990
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2025 Subaru
Ascent

MSRP*: $38,910 to $49,995
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MPG - City Info not available 19 - 20 MPG
MPG - Hwy Info not available 25 - 26 MPG
Seating Capacity 7 - 8 seats 7 - 8 seats
Cargo Space 97.1 ft3 72.8 - 75.6 ft3
Engine
  • 425-hp, 3.5-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 260-hp, 2.4-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Continuously Variable
Drivetrain Four Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 425 hp 260 hp
Towing Capacity 8,500 lbs 5,000 lbs
Exterior Length 209.7 in 196.8 in
Exterior Width 83.3 in 76.0 in
Leg Room Front 43.8 in
Rear 39.2 in
Front 42.2 in
Rear 38.6 in
Head Room Front 39.1 - 40.8 in
Rear 37.8 - 40.0 in
Front 40.4 - 41.2 in
Rear 38.7 - 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
The Nissan Armada offers rear passengers about the same room to stretch out as the Subaru Ascent, with comparable head- and legroom. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the Nissan Armada and the Subaru Ascent.

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 Subaru Ascent, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Nissan Armada is much wider than the Subaru Ascent, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. If you go with the Nissan Armada, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Subaru Ascent.

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

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 Subaru Ascent.

Utility
The Nissan Armada offers greater seating capacity than the Subaru Ascent, making it a better choice for those who find themselves chauffeuring others around. With the Nissan Armada, you'll be able to haul more equipment or luggage than the Subaru Ascent.