Nissan Armada vs. Jeep Wagoneer
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Nissan Armada and Jeep Wagoneer 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 Nissan Armada and the Jeep Wagoneer.
When we compare the Nissan Armada's and the Jeep Wagoneer's specifications and ratings, the Nissan Armada has the advantage in the area of base engine power. The Jeep Wagoneer has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, resale value and interior volume. Based on this comparison of the Nissan Armada's and the Jeep Wagoneer's specifications and ratings, the Jeep Wagoneer is a better car than the Nissan Armada.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Nissan Armada loses 60.4 percent of its value and the Jeep Wagoneer loses 49.1 percent of its value. This means the Jeep Wagoneer retains 11.3 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Nissan Armada.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Nissan Armada’s base engine makes 425 horsepower, and the Jeep Wagoneer base engine makes 420 horsepower. The Armada is rated to deliver an average of 18 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 472 miles. The Wagoneer is rated to deliver an average of 20 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 636 miles. This gives the Jeep Wagoneer the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Nissan Armada. The Armada uses premium unleaded, and the Wagoneer uses regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison: While both models are fullsize SUVs, the Jeep Wagoneer has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The Nissan Armada has the advantage in the areas of front head room and front leg room. The Nissan Armada and Jeep Wagoneer are comparable in regards to rear head room.
Safety Ratings: When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the Nissan Armada and the Jeep Wagoneer have the same average safety rating of 4 out of 5 Stars.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
59480 - 86290
Starting MSRP:
57520
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Large SUVs)
67138
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Large SUVs)
53000 - 101945
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
59945
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Large SUVs)
67138
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Large SUVs)
53000 - 101945
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
71641
Price Range:
56315 - 84148
Category Avg Price:
(Large SUVs)
80211
Category Avg Price Range:
(Large SUVs)
71641 - 90487
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
# Good or Great Deals:
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
Price Range:
-
Category Avg Price:
(Large SUVs)
80211
Category Avg Price Range:
(Large SUVs)
71641 - 90487
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
# Good or Great Deals:
5-year Depreciation
Depreciation $:
Depreciation %:
Resale Value $:
Typical Category Depreciation %:
(Large SUVs)
0.56272363
Category Depreciation Range:
(Large SUVs)
0.47365125 - 0.60547456
5-year Depreciation
Depreciation $:
29745
Depreciation %:
0.49620514
Resale Value $:
30200
Typical Category Depreciation %:
(Large SUVs)
0.56272363
Category Depreciation Range:
(Large SUVs)
0.47365125 - 0.60547456
Nissan Armada Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.2 / 10
Reliability:
7.5 / 10
Retained Value:
7.1 / 10
Safety:
7.0 / 10
Jeep Wagoneer Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
7.9 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Nissan Armada
Avg Life Expectancy (years):
8.8
Typical Category Life Expectancy:
(Large SUVs)
10.1
Category Life Expectancy Range:
(Large SUVs)
8.8 - 11.0
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
0.175
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Jeep Wagoneer
Avg Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Life Expectancy:
(Large SUVs)
10.1
Category Life Expectancy Range:
(Large SUVs)
8.8 - 11.0
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.6084654895703565
Typical Category Recalls:
(Large SUVs)
2.1
Category Range for Recalls:
(Large SUVs)
1.5 - 6.4
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
2.212056590356764
Typical Category Recalls:
(Large SUVs)
2.1
Category Range for Recalls:
(Large SUVs)
1.5 - 6.4
Nissan Armada Rankings
Ranking
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2 out of / 33Ranking
2 out of / 5Ranking
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12 out of / 33Ranking
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15 out of / 29Ranking
16 out of / 33Ranking
19 out of / 33Ranking
21 out of / 29Ranking
25 out of / 33Ranking
29 out of / 33Ranking
33 out of / 33Jeep Wagoneer Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 33Ranking
2 out of / 12Ranking
3 out of / 12Ranking
4 out of / 10Ranking
5 out of / 33Ranking
5 out of / 12Ranking
6 out of / 12Ranking
6 out of / 12Ranking
7 out of / 33Ranking
8 out of / 12Ranking
9 out of / 33Ranking
10 out of / 12Ranking
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10 out of / 12Ranking
10 out of / 12Ranking
11 out of / 33Ranking
15 out of / 33Ranking
16 out of / 33Ranking
22 out of / 33Ranking
22 out of / 29Ranking
23 out of / 33Ranking
30 out of / 33Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Nissan Armada Trim Levels
Platinum, Platinum Reserve, PRO-4X, SL, SV
Jeep Wagoneer Trim Levels
Base, Carbide, Overland, Series II, Series III, Super
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 out of 5 Stars
2026 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2026 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
2026 NHTSA Overall Rating:
3 out of 5 Stars
2026 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2026 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2026 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
3 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
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
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
420 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque:
468 foot-lbs @ 3500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.070 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
6120 lbs
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):
16 / 20 / 18
Range (city/hwy):
378 / 472 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
4X2 / 4X4
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
17 / 24 / 20
Range (city/hwy):
451 / 636 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Paddle Shifters:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Trailer Hitch:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Air Suspension:
Available
Captain's seat:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Internet Radio:
Available
Massage Seats:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Power Lift Gate:
Available
Quad Seats:
Available
Roadside assistance:
Available
Roof Rack:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wifi:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Front Bench 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
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Trailer Hitch:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Air Suspension:
Available
Captain's seat:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Navigation System:
Standard
Power Lift Gate:
Standard
Quad Seats:
Available
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Roof Rack:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wifi:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Automatic Parking:
Available
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention 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
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Available
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
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:
188 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
41.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
66.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
40 inches
Rear Leg Room:
42.7 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
65.2 inches
Cargo Space:
27.4 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
116.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
206.6 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
5677 lbs
Width:
92.5 inches
Height:
76.5 inches
Length:
209.6 inches
Wheelbase:
121.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
9.6 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
5960 lbs
Width:
94 inches
Height:
79.7 inches
Length:
214.7 inches
Wheelbase:
123 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.3 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
265/70R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
20.0 x 9.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
275/55R20
Exterior Colors
Black
Super Black
Gray
Gun Metallic
Silver
Brilliant Silver Metallic
White
Aspen White TriCoat
Blue
Not available
Red
Not available
Exterior Colors
Black
Diamond Black Crystal Pearl Coat
Gray
Baltic Gray Metallic Clear Coat
Silver
Silver Zynith
White
Bright White Clear Coat
Blue
Midnight Sky / River Rock
Red
Velvet Red Pearl Coat
Interior Colors
Black
Charcoal
Beige
Not available
Interior Colors
Black
Global Black
Beige
Sea Salt/Black
