Lexus GX 460 vs. Nissan Armada
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Lexus GX 460 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 Lexus GX 460 and the Nissan Armada.
When we compare the Lexus GX 460's and the Nissan Armada's specifications and ratings, the Lexus GX 460 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, typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Lexus GX 460's and the Nissan Armada's specifications and ratings, the Nissan Armada is a better car than the Lexus GX 460.
Pricing: A used 2023 Lexus GX 460 ranges from $53,795 to $67,975 while a used 2024 Nissan Armada is priced between $44,898 to $75,343. For a new model, the Lexus GX 460's price is between $59,905 and $73,596, with the Nissan Armada priced between $54,974 and $75,526.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Lexus GX 460 loses 43.3 percent of its value and the Nissan Armada loses 56.9 percent of its value. This means the Lexus GX 460 retains 13.6 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 Lexus GX 460 is 8.3 out of 10 while the Nissan Armada's quality rating is 8.0 out of 10. This results in the Lexus GX 460 being ranked 6 out of 29 Best Luxury SUVs with 3 Rows and the Nissan Armada being ranked 8 out of 12 Best Large SUVs.
Reliability Rating: iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Lexus GX 460 is 9.0 out of 10. For the Nissan Armada the reliability rating is 8.9 out of 10. This gives the Lexus GX 460 a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Nissan Armada.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Lexus GX 460’s base engine makes 301 horsepower, and the Nissan Armada base engine makes 400 horsepower.
Passenger Space Comparison: The Nissan Armada, a fullsize SUV, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The Lexus GX 460, a midsize SUV, has the advantage in the area of rear head room.
Safety Ratings: When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the Lexus GX 460 and the Nissan Armada have the same average safety rating of 4 out of 5 Stars.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
59905 - 73596
Starting MSRP:
58125
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Midsize SUVs)
68406
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Midsize SUVs)
44825 - 113700
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
54974 - 75526
Starting MSRP:
56520
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Large SUVs)
53950
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Large SUVs)
34520 - 61200
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
60279
Price Range:
53795 - 67975
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Midsize SUVs)
70647
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Midsize SUVs)
49692 - 102747
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
525
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
28992
# Good or Great Deals:
217
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
63903
Price Range:
44898 - 75343
Category Avg Price:
(Large SUVs)
73614
Category Avg Price Range:
(Large SUVs)
43593 - 93518
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
425
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
16326
# Good or Great Deals:
126
5-year Depreciation
Depreciation $:
25435
Depreciation %:
0.43759001
Resale Value $:
32690
Residual Value %:
0.56240999
Typical Category Depreciation %:
(Luxury Midsize SUVs)
0.43759001
Category Depreciation Range:
(Luxury Midsize SUVs)
0.43759001 - 0.43759001
5-year Depreciation
Depreciation $:
32487
Depreciation %:
0.57478479
Resale Value $:
24033
Residual Value %:
0.42521520999999995
Typical Category Depreciation %:
(Large SUVs)
0.5231482
Category Depreciation Range:
(Large SUVs)
0.48765571 - 0.57478479
Lexus GX 460 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.261016 / 10
Reliability:
8.979271 / 10
Retained Value:
7.803778 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
Nissan Armada Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.953214 / 10
Reliability:
8.90774 / 10
Retained Value:
6.951903 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Lexus GX 460
Avg Life Expectancy (years):
12.1
Typical Category Life Expectancy:
(Luxury Midsize SUVs)
9.4
Category Life Expectancy Range:
(Luxury Midsize SUVs)
6.9 - 12.1
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
0.868
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Nissan Armada
Avg Life Expectancy (years):
10.4
Typical Category Life Expectancy:
(Large SUVs)
10.0
Category Life Expectancy Range:
(Large SUVs)
9.7 - 10.5
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
0.583
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.239173242079301
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Midsize SUVs)
4.4
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Midsize SUVs)
0.7 - 27.0
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.6820143303177053
Typical Category Recalls:
(Large SUVs)
1.7
Category Range for Recalls:
(Large SUVs)
1.4 - 2.2
Lexus GX 460 Rankings
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28 out of / 29Ranking
28 out of / 29Nissan Armada Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 10Ranking
3 out of / 34Ranking
3 out of / 12Ranking
3 out of / 10Ranking
4 out of / 5Ranking
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34 out of / 34Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Lexus GX 460 Trim Levels
Base, Luxury
Nissan Armada Trim Levels
Platinum, SL, SV
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
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
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
3 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
3 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
3 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
3 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
3 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
3 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
301 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
329 foot-lbs @ 3500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.059 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
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:
4.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
15 / 19 / 16
Range (city/hwy):
345 / 437 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium 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):
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
Internet Radio:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Air Suspension:
Available
Captain's seat:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Quad Seats:
Available
Roof Rack:
Available
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Air Suspension:
N/A
Captain's seat:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Quad Seats:
Available
Roof Rack:
Available
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.4 inches
Rear Head Room:
40.2 inches
Rear Leg Room:
34.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57.3 inches
Cargo Space:
11.6 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
64.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
141.3 cubic feet
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:
5126 lbs
Width:
74.2 inches
Height:
74.2 inches
Length:
192.1 inches
Wheelbase:
109.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.1 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
5664 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 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P265/60R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
265/70R18
Exterior Colors
Black
Black Onyx / Caviar
Blue
Nightfall Mica
Gray
Nebula Gray Pearl
Green
Nori Green Pearl
Silver
Atomic Silver
White
Eminent White Pearl
Exterior Colors
Black
Super Black
Blue
Not available
Gray
Gun Metallic
Green
Not available
Silver
Brilliant Silver Metallic
White
Aspen White TriCoat
Interior Colors
Black
Black w/ Gray Sapele Wood and Aluminum Trim / Black w/ Linear Espresso Wood Trim
Brown
Sepia w/ Gray Sapele Wood and Aluminum Trim
Gray
Boulder w/ Open-Pore Ash Trim and Gray Stitching / Ecru w/ Gray Sapele Wood and Aluminum Trim / Ecru w/ Linear Espresso Wood Trim
Red
Rioja Red w/ Gray Sapele Wood and Aluminum Trim
Beige
Not available
Interior Colors
Black
Charcoal
Brown
Not available
Gray
Not available
Red
Not available
Beige
Almond
