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Chevrolet Traverse vs. Nissan Armada

iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Chevrolet Traverse 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 Traverse and the Nissan Armada.

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

Pricing: For a new model, the Chevrolet Traverse's price is between $42,818 and $61,092, 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 Traverse loses 51.9 percent of its value and the Nissan Armada loses 60.4 percent of its value. This means the Chevrolet Traverse retains 8.5 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 Traverse is 7.7 out of 10 while the Nissan Armada's quality rating is 7.2 out of 10. This results in the Chevrolet Traverse being ranked 12 out of 34 Best SUVs with 3 Rows and the Nissan Armada being ranked 21 out of 34.

Reliability Rating: iSeeCars' Reliability Rating for the Chevrolet Traverse and Nissan Armada is 7.5 out of 10.

Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Chevrolet Traverse’s base engine makes 328 horsepower, and the Nissan Armada base engine makes 425 horsepower.

Passenger Space Comparison: The Chevrolet Traverse and Nissan Armada are comparable in regards to rear head room.

Safety Ratings: When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the Chevrolet Traverse has higher safety ratings than the Nissan Armada, with an average rating of 4.81 out of 5 Stars compared to 4 out of 5 Stars.

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New Car Pricing

Asking Price:

42818 - 61092

Starting MSRP:

40800

Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Midsize SUVs)

39270

Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Midsize SUVs)

32190 - 44750

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

Used Car Pricing

Avg Used Car Price:

50800

Price Range:

40548 - 60544

Category Avg Price:
(Midsize SUVs)

51972

Category Avg Price Range:
(Midsize SUVs)

50800 - 55009

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Chevrolet Traverse Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

7.7 / 10

Reliability:

7.5 / 10

Retained Value:

7.7 / 10

Safety:

7.8 / 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 Traverse

Avg Life Expectancy (years):

8.8

Typical Category Life Expectancy:
(Midsize SUVs)

10.0

Category Life Expectancy Range:
(Midsize SUVs)

8.8 - 11.3

Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:

0.105

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:

Typical Category Recalls:

N/A

Category Range for Recalls:

N/A

Chevrolet Traverse Rankings

Crossover SUVs with the Most Cargo Space

2 / 67

Most Comfortable Crossover SUVs

2 / 67

Most Comfortable SUVs with 3 Rows

2 / 34

Most Comfortable Midsize SUVs

2 / 32

Best Crossover SUVs for Tall People

3 / 67

Best SUVs with 3 Rows for Tall People

3 / 34

Midsize SUVs with the Most Cargo Space

3 / 32

Crossover SUVs with the Most Legroom

6 / 67

Best Midsize SUVs for Tall People

6 / 32

Crossover SUVs with the Most Horsepower

7 / 67

Midsize SUVs with the Most Legroom

7 / 32

Best SUVs with 3 Rows for the Money

10 / 30

Best Crossover SUVs for Towing

11 / 67

Midsize SUVs with the Most Horsepower

11 / 32

Best Gas Mileage SUVs with 3 Rows

12 / 34

Best SUVs with 3 Rows

12 / 34

SUVs with 3 Rows with the Most Cargo Space

12 / 34

Best Gas Mileage Midsize SUVs

13 / 32

SUVs with 3 Rows with the Most Legroom

14 / 34

Best Midsize SUVs for Towing

14 / 32

Best Midsize SUVs for the Money

14 / 28

Best Midsize SUVs

15 / 32

Most Reliable Midsize SUVs

15 / 32

Most Reliable SUVs with 3 Rows

16 / 34

Most Affordable SUVs with 3 Rows

17 / 30

SUVs with 3 Rows with the Most Horsepower

18 / 34

Safest SUVs with 3 Rows

20 / 34

SUVs with 3 Rows with Best Resale Value

21 / 34

Best SUVs with 3 Rows for Towing

22 / 34

Midsize SUVs with Best Resale Value

22 / 32

Safest Midsize SUVs

23 / 32

Most Affordable Midsize SUVs

23 / 28

Best Off-road Midsize SUVs

25 / 32

Best Crossover SUVs

28 / 67

Most Reliable Crossover SUVs

28 / 67

Best Off-road SUVs with 3 Rows

29 / 34

Best Crossover SUVs for the Money

31 / 56

Best Off-road Crossover SUVs

41 / 67

Safest Crossover SUVs

43 / 67

Best Gas Mileage Crossover SUVs

45 / 67

Most Affordable Crossover SUVs

53 / 56

Crossover SUVs with Best Resale Value

58 / 67

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

Gasoline

Available Drivetrain Options

Gasoline

Chevrolet Traverse Trim Levels

High Country, LT, RS, 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 / 60000 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):

4.81 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:

328 hp @ 5500 rpm

Torque:

326 foot-lbs @ 3500 rpm

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

0.073 hp per pound

Towing capacity:

5000 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:

2.5 liters

Engine Configuration:

Inline

Number of Cylinders:

4

Transmission:

Automatic

Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:

FWD / 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

Bench Seats:

Standard

Bluetooth:

Standard

Captain's seat:

Standard

Heated Seats

Standard

Heated Steering Wheel:

Standard

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Keyless Ignition:

Standard

Navigation System:

Standard

Paddle Shifters:

Standard

Parking Sensors:

Standard

Power Lift Gate:

Standard

Power outlet:

Standard

Quad Seats:

Standard

Roadside assistance:

Standard

Satellite radio:

Standard

Trailer Hitch:

Standard

Voice Recognition:

Standard

Wifi:

Standard

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

Standard

Automatic Parking:

Available

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

Available

Leather Upholstery:

Available

Roof Rack:

Available

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Available

Air Suspension:

N/A

Front Bench Seats:

N/A

Internet Radio:

N/A

Massage Seats:

N/A

Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof

N/A

Standard/Optional Features

Adaptive Cruise Control:

Standard

Alloy wheels:

Standard

Android Auto:

Standard

Apple CarPlay:

Standard

Bench Seats:

Standard

Bluetooth:

Standard

Captain's seat:

Available

Heated Seats

Available

Heated Steering Wheel:

Available

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Keyless Ignition:

Standard

Navigation System:

Standard

Paddle Shifters:

Standard

Parking Sensors:

Standard

Power Lift Gate:

Available

Power outlet:

Standard

Quad Seats:

Available

Roadside assistance:

Standard

Satellite radio:

Standard

Trailer Hitch:

Standard

Voice Recognition:

Standard

Wifi:

Available

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

Available

Automatic Parking:

N/A

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

Available

Leather Upholstery:

Standard

Roof Rack:

Available

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Available

Air Suspension:

Available

Front Bench Seats:

N/A

Internet Radio:

Available

Massage Seats:

Available

Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof

N/A

Safety Features

Backup 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

360-Degree Camera:

Available

Driver Attention Monitoring:

Available

Safety Features

Backup 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

360-Degree Camera:

Available

Driver Attention Monitoring:

Standard

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

42.6 inches

Front Leg Room:

44.3 inches

Front Shoulder Room:

62.3 inches

Rear Head Room:

40 inches

Rear Leg Room:

41.5 inches

Rear Shoulder Room:

62.2 inches

Cargo Space:

22.9 cubic feet

Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:

97.6 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:

4504 lbs

Width:

87.9 inches

Height:

70.9 inches

Length:

204.5 inches

Wheelbase:

121 inches

Ground Clearance:

6.8 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 inches

Wheel Type:

aluminum alloy with painted accents

Tire Size:

255/65R18

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

18.0 x 8.0 inches

Wheel Type:

aluminum alloy

Tire Size:

265/70R18

Exterior Colors

Black

Mosaic Black Metallic

Blue

Lakeshore Blue Metallic

Gray

Sterling Gray Metallic

Red

Radiant Red Tintcoat

White

Polar White Tricoat / Summit White

Silver

Not available

Exterior Colors

Black

Super Black

Blue

Not available

Gray

Gun Metallic

Red

Not available

White

Aspen White TriCoat

Silver

Brilliant Silver Metallic

Interior Colors

Black

Jet Black / Jet Black/Gideon

Interior Colors

Black

Charcoal

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