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Chevrolet Suburban vs. Nissan Armada

iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Chevrolet Suburban and Nissan Armada contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Chevrolet Suburban and the Nissan Armada.

In comparing the Chevrolet Suburban's and the Nissan Armada's specifications and ratings, the Chevrolet Suburban has the advantage in the areas of reliability, resale value and overall quality score. The Nissan Armada has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Chevrolet Suburban's and the Nissan Armada's specifications and ratings, the Chevrolet Suburban is a better car than the Nissan Armada.

Pricing: For a new model, the Chevrolet Suburban's price is between $71,580 and $98,977, with the Nissan Armada priced between $62,015 and $87,980.

Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Chevrolet Suburban loses 56 percent of its value and the Nissan Armada loses 60.4 percent of its value. This means the Chevrolet Suburban retains 4.4 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Nissan Armada.

Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Chevrolet Suburban is 7.4 out of 10 while the Nissan Armada's quality rating is 7.2 out of 10. This results in the Chevrolet Suburban being ranked 7 out of 12 Best Large SUVs and the Nissan Armada being ranked 8 out of 12. Out of 34 Best SUVs with 3 Rows, the Chevrolet Suburban is ranked 19 and the Nissan Armada is ranked 21.

Reliability Rating: iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Chevrolet Suburban is 7.7 out of 10. For the Nissan Armada the reliability rating is 7.5 out of 10. This gives the Chevrolet Suburban a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Nissan Armada.

Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Chevrolet Suburban’s base engine makes 355 horsepower, and the Nissan Armada base engine makes 425 horsepower.

Safety Ratings: When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the Chevrolet Suburban and the Nissan Armada have the same average safety rating of 4 out of 5 Stars.

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New Car Pricing

Asking Price:

71580 - 98977

Starting MSRP:

63400

Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Large SUVs)

61120

Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Large SUVs)

58840 - 63400

New Car Pricing

Asking Price:

62015 - 87980

Starting MSRP:

58840

Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Large SUVs)

61120

Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Large SUVs)

58840 - 63400

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Chevrolet Suburban Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

7.4 / 10

Reliability:

7.7 / 10

Retained Value:

7.4 / 10

Safety:

7.0 / 10

Nissan Armada Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

7.2 / 10

Reliability:

7.5 / 10

Retained Value:

7.1 / 10

Safety:

7.0 / 10



iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Chevrolet Suburban

Remaining Life Expectancy (years):

10.1

Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Large SUVs)

9.4

Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Large SUVs)

8.8 - 10.1

Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:

0.38

iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Nissan Armada

Remaining Life Expectancy (years):

8.8

Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Large SUVs)

9.4

Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Large SUVs)

8.8 - 10.1

Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:

0.175



Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls

Expected Lifetime Recalls:

Typical Category Recalls:

N/A

Category Range for Recalls:

N/A

Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls

Expected Lifetime Recalls:

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N/A

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Chevrolet Suburban Rankings

SUVs with 3 Rows with the Most Cargo Space

2 / 34

Large SUVs with the Most Cargo Space

2 / 12

Best SUVs with 3 Rows Under $70k

2 / 4

Best Large SUVs Under $70k

2 / 3

Best Gas Mileage Large SUVs

4 / 12

Best Large SUVs for Tall People

4 / 12

Most Comfortable Large SUVs

4 / 12

Best Large SUVs for the Money

4 / 10

Most Comfortable SUVs with 3 Rows

6 / 34

Most Reliable Large SUVs

6 / 12

Most Affordable Large SUVs

6 / 10

Best Large SUVs

7 / 12

Large SUVs with the Most Legroom

7 / 12

Safest Large SUVs

7 / 12

Best SUVs with 3 Rows for Tall People

8 / 34

Large SUVs with Best Resale Value

8 / 12

Large SUVs with the Most Horsepower

9 / 12

SUVs with 3 Rows with the Most Horsepower

10 / 34

Best Large SUVs for Towing

10 / 12

SUVs with 3 Rows with the Most Legroom

11 / 34

Best SUVs with 3 Rows for Towing

12 / 34

Best Off-road Large SUVs

12 / 12

Most Reliable SUVs with 3 Rows

14 / 34

Best Gas Mileage SUVs with 3 Rows

15 / 34

Best SUVs with 3 Rows for the Money

15 / 30

Best SUVs with 3 Rows

19 / 34

Best Off-road SUVs with 3 Rows

20 / 34

Most Affordable SUVs with 3 Rows

25 / 30

Safest SUVs with 3 Rows

27 / 34

SUVs with 3 Rows with Best Resale Value

30 / 34

Nissan Armada Rankings

Best Large SUVs for the Money

2 / 10

Best Off-road SUVs with 3 Rows

3 / 34

Best Off-road Large SUVs

3 / 12

Most Affordable Large SUVs

3 / 10

Best Large SUVs Under $60k

4 / 5

Best SUVs with 3 Rows Under $60k

4 / 5

Most Reliable Large SUVs Under $60k

4 / 5

Most Reliable SUVs with 3 Rows Under $60k

4 / 5

Large SUVs with the Most Horsepower

5 / 12

SUVs with 3 Rows with the Most Horsepower

6 / 34

Best Large SUVs for Towing

6 / 12

Best Large SUVs for Tall People

7 / 12

Most Comfortable Large SUVs

7 / 12

Best SUVs with 3 Rows for Towing

8 / 34

Best Gas Mileage Large SUVs

8 / 12

Best Large SUVs

8 / 12

Most Reliable Large SUVs

8 / 12

Safest Large SUVs

8 / 12

Large SUVs with the Most Cargo Space

10 / 12

Best SUVs with 3 Rows for Tall People

11 / 34

Most Comfortable SUVs with 3 Rows

11 / 34

Large SUVs with the Most Legroom

11 / 12

Large SUVs with Best Resale Value

12 / 12

Best SUVs with 3 Rows for the Money

13 / 30

SUVs with 3 Rows with the Most Cargo Space

15 / 34

Most Reliable SUVs with 3 Rows

19 / 34

Best SUVs with 3 Rows

21 / 34

Most Affordable SUVs with 3 Rows

22 / 30

SUVs with 3 Rows with the Most Legroom

25 / 34

Best Gas Mileage SUVs with 3 Rows

28 / 34

Safest SUVs with 3 Rows

29 / 34

SUVs with 3 Rows with Best Resale Value

34 / 34

Available Body Styles

SUV

Available Body Styles

SUV

Available Drivetrain Options

Diesel, Gasoline

Available Drivetrain Options

Gasoline

Chevrolet Suburban Trim Levels

High Country, LS, LT, Premier, RST, Z71

Nissan Armada Trim Levels

Platinum, Platinum Reserve, PRO-4X, SL, SV

Warranty Information

Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:

3 years / 36000 miles

Warranty, Powertrain:

5 years / 100000 miles

Warranty, Roadside Assistance:

5 years / 60000 miles

Warranty Information

Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:

3 years / 36000 miles

Warranty, Powertrain:

5 years / 60000 miles

Warranty, Roadside Assistance:

5 years / 60000 miles

Safety Ratings

NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):

4 out of 5 Stars

2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:

Not yet available

2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:

Not yet available

2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:

Not yet available

2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:

Not yet available

IIHS Safety Rating:

Not yet available

Safety Ratings

NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):

4 out of 5 Stars

2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:

Not yet available

2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:

Not yet available

2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:

Not yet available

2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:

Not yet available

IIHS Safety Rating:

Not yet available

Base Drivetrain Specs

Horsepower:

355 hp @ 5600 rpm

Torque:

383 foot-lbs @ 4100 rpm

Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):

0.063 hp per pound

Towing capacity:

7700 lbs

Base Drivetrain Specs

Horsepower:

425 hp @ 5600 rpm

Torque:

516 foot-lbs @ 3600 rpm

Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):

0.075 hp per pound

Towing capacity:

8500 lbs

Engine Specifications

Engine Size:

5.3 liters

Engine Configuration:

V

Number of Cylinders:

8

Transmission:

Automatic

Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:

4X2 / 4X4

EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):


Not yet available

Range (city/hwy):

Not yet available

Recommended Fuel Type:

Not yet available

Engine Specifications

Engine Size:

3.5 liters

Engine Configuration:

V

Number of Cylinders:

6

Transmission:

Automatic

Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:

4X2 / 4X4

EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):


Not yet available

Range (city/hwy):

Not yet available

Recommended Fuel Type:

Not yet available

Standard/Optional Features

Adaptive Cruise Control:

Standard

Alloy wheels:

Standard

Android Auto:

Standard

Apple CarPlay:

Standard

Automatic Parking:

Standard

Bench Seats:

Standard

Bluetooth:

Standard

Internet Radio:

Standard

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Keyless Ignition:

Standard

Navigation System:

Standard

Parking Sensors:

Standard

Power outlet:

Standard

Roadside assistance:

Standard

Satellite radio:

Standard

Trailer Hitch:

Standard

Voice Recognition:

Standard

Wifi:

Standard

Air Suspension:

Available

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

Available

Front Bench Seats:

Available

Heated Seats

Available

Heated Steering Wheel:

Available

Leather Upholstery:

Available

Power Lift Gate:

Available

Quad Seats:

Available

Roof Rack:

Available

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Available

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

Available

Captain's seat:

N/A

Massage Seats:

N/A

Paddle Shifters:

N/A

Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof

N/A

Standard/Optional Features

Adaptive Cruise Control:

Standard

Alloy wheels:

Standard

Android Auto:

Standard

Apple CarPlay:

Standard

Automatic Parking:

N/A

Bench Seats:

Standard

Bluetooth:

Standard

Internet Radio:

Available

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Keyless Ignition:

Standard

Navigation System:

Standard

Parking Sensors:

Standard

Power outlet:

Standard

Roadside assistance:

Standard

Satellite radio:

Standard

Trailer Hitch:

Standard

Voice Recognition:

Standard

Wifi:

Available

Air Suspension:

Available

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

Available

Front Bench Seats:

N/A

Heated Seats

Available

Heated Steering Wheel:

Available

Leather Upholstery:

Standard

Power Lift Gate:

Available

Quad Seats:

Available

Roof Rack:

Available

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Available

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

Available

Captain's seat:

Available

Massage Seats:

Available

Paddle Shifters:

Standard

Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof

N/A

Safety Features

360-Degree Camera:

Standard

Blind Spot Monitoring:

Standard

Forward Collision Warning:

Standard

Lane Departure Warning:

Standard

Lane Keeping Assist:

Standard

Pedestrian Detection:

Standard

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

Standard

Rear Seat Reminder:

Standard

Backup camera:

N/A

Driver Attention Monitoring:

N/A

Safety Features

360-Degree Camera:

Available

Blind Spot Monitoring:

Standard

Forward Collision Warning:

Standard

Lane Departure Warning:

Standard

Lane Keeping Assist:

Standard

Pedestrian Detection:

Standard

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

Standard

Rear Seat Reminder:

Standard

Backup camera:

Standard

Driver Attention Monitoring:

Standard

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

42.3 inches

Front Leg Room:

44.5 inches

Front Shoulder Room:

65.6 inches

Rear Head Room:

38.9 inches

Rear Leg Room:

42 inches

Rear Shoulder Room:

64.6 inches

Cargo Space:

41.5 cubic feet

Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:

144.5 cubic feet

Overall Interior Volume:

Not yet available

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

41.6 inches

Front Leg Room:

43.8 inches

Front Shoulder Room:

64.2 inches

Rear Head Room:

40 inches

Rear Leg Room:

39.2 inches

Rear Shoulder Room:

63.7 inches

Cargo Space:

20.4 cubic feet

Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:

97.1 cubic feet

Overall Interior Volume:

182 cubic feet

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

5680 lbs

Width:

81 inches

Height:

75.6 inches

Length:

226.3 inches

Wheelbase:

134.1 inches

Ground Clearance:

8 inches

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

5676 lbs

Width:

92.5 inches

Height:

78 inches

Length:

209.6 inches

Wheelbase:

121.1 inches

Ground Clearance:

9.6 inches

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

18.0 x 8.5 inches

Wheel Type:

painted aluminum alloy

Tire Size:

265/65R18

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

18.0 x 8.0 inches

Wheel Type:

aluminum alloy

Tire Size:

265/70R18

Exterior Colors

Black

Black

Blue

Lakeshore Blue Metallic

Gray

Dark Ash Metallic / Sterling Gray Metallic

Green

Woodland Green

Red

Radiant Red Tintcoat / Victory Red

White

Summit White

Yellow

Wheatland Yellow

Silver

Not available

Exterior Colors

Black

Super Black

Blue

Not available

Gray

Gun Metallic

Green

Not available

Red

Not available

White

Aspen White TriCoat

Yellow

Not available

Silver

Brilliant Silver Metallic

Interior Colors

Black

Jet Black

Gray

Gideon/Very Dark Atmosphere

Interior Colors

Black

Charcoal

Gray

Not available

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