The Nissan Armada and Nissan Murano were each named segment winners in the J.D. Power 2026 APEAL Study. While the Armada tied for the top rank in the Large SUV segment, the Murano earned first place in the Midsize SUV category. The rankings reflect driver feedback gathered during the first 90 days of vehicle ownership, assessing criteria such as seating comfort, cabin design, everyday usability, and engine performance.
Nissan Armada
When you need a spacious, full-size SUV capable of tackling off-road trails without sacrificing highway comfort, the Nissan Armada stands ready. Under its hood sits a 3.5-liter twin-turbo direct-injected V6 engine generating 425 horsepower and 516 lb-ft of torque. Engineered on a solid truck frame, the Armada offers an impressive maximum towing capacity of 8,500 pounds.
The Armada lineup features six trim levels to match varied driver priorities. Equipped with trail-ready upgrades such as an electronic locking rear differential and a protective metal underbody skid plate, the adventurous PRO-4X trim is built for backroads. For those who prefer sharper road dynamics, the track-tuned Armada NISMO includes a specialized NISMO suspension engineered for superior handling.
Nissan Murano
The new Murano sets itself apart in the crossover segment with an array of premium amenities. Its interior layout easily rivals high-end luxury models, offering available highlights like massaging front seats, semi-aniline leather upholstery, and dual 12.3-inch digital displays featuring built-in Google functionality.
Strong performance is another highlight for the Murano, thanks to a high-tech VC-Turbo engine producing 241 horsepower and 260 lb-ft of torque paired with standard Intelligent All-Wheel Drive. Safety tech is equally comprehensive, highlighted by available hands-free ProPILOT Assist 2.1, which automatically regulates highway speed, steering, and lane changes.
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