Chevrolet Suburban vs. Nissan Armada
When comparing the Chevrolet Suburban to the Nissan Armada, the Chevrolet Suburban has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency and overall quality score. The Nissan Armada has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Chevrolet Suburban versus the Nissan Armada, the Nissan Armada is a better car than the Chevrolet Suburban.
Chevrolet Suburban versus Nissan Armada Pricing
A one- to five-year-old used Chevrolet Suburban ranges from $46,838 to $72,997 while a used Nissan Armada from the same model year range is priced between $35,943 to $60,997. For a new model, the Chevrolet Suburban's price is between $56,648 and $81,642, with the Nissan Armada priced between $55,337 and $72,278.
Chevrolet Suburban versus Nissan Armada Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Chevrolet Suburban is 8.0 out of 10 while the Nissan Armada's quality rating is 7.7 out of 10. This results in the Chevrolet Suburban being ranked 6 out of 12 Best Large SUVs and the Nissan Armada being ranked 8 out of 12. Out of 31 Best SUVs with 3 Rows, the Chevrolet Suburban is ranked 31 and the Nissan Armada is ranked 19.
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 400 horsepower. The Suburban is rated to deliver an average of 17 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 560 miles. The Armada is rated to deliver an average of 16 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 494 miles. The Suburban uses regular unleaded, and the Armada uses premium unleaded.
Hauling, Towing, and Off-Road Capabilities Comparison
The Chevrolet Suburban has the advantage of offering higher payload capacity, while the Nissan Armada has the advantage of offering higher towing capacity and ground clearance.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$56,648 - $81,642
Used Asking Price:
$46,838 - $72,997
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
45.6%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$55,337 - $72,278
Used Asking Price:
$35,943 - $60,997
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
48.6%
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.0 / 10
Reliability:
8.8 / 10
Retained Value:
7.2 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.7 / 10
Reliability:
8.5 / 10
Retained Value:
6.7 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
iSeeCars Rankings
Ranking
3 out of / 12Ranking
4 out of / 31Ranking
4 out of / 12Ranking
5 out of / 12Ranking
6 out of / 12Ranking
13 out of / 31Ranking
15 out of / 31Ranking
22 out of / 31iSeeCars Rankings
Ranking
7 out of / 12Ranking
7 out of / 12Ranking
8 out of / 12Ranking
8 out of / 12Ranking
12 out of / 31Ranking
19 out of / 31Ranking
24 out of / 31Ranking
24 out of / 31Summary Review
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Summary Review
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Diesel, Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Trim Levels
Fleet, LT, Premier, RST, Z71, High Country, LS
Trim Levels
S, SV, Platinum, SL
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:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
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:
7800 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
400 hp @ 5800 rpm
Torque:
413 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.071 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):
15 / 20 / 17
Range (city/hwy):
420 / 560 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
5.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
4X2 / 4X4
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):
14 / 19 / 16
Range (city/hwy):
364 / 494 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Heated Seats:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
42.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
44.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
66 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.9 inches
Rear Leg Room:
42 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
64.8 inches
Cargo Space:
41.5 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
144.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
63.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
40 inches
Rear Leg Room:
41 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
63.4 inches
Cargo Space:
16.5 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
95.4 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
171.1 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
5616 lbs
Width:
81.1 inches
Height:
75.7 inches
Length:
225.7 inches
Wheelbase:
134.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
8 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
5650 lbs
Width:
79.9 inches
Height:
75.8 inches
Length:
208.9 inches
Wheelbase:
121.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
9.1 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum
Tire Size:
265/65R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
265/70R18
