If price is a constraint, then we would recommend you go in for the 2017 Nissan Armada SL trim, you could avail it at a bargain for within 50 grand. Else, if budget isn't a constraint, the Platinum trim would be our recommendation, as building on top of the SL trim, the range-topping Platinum variant adds various other premium features including 20-inch wheels, heated and ventilated front seats, rear-entertainment system, and also captain's chairs as standard.

The 2017 Nissan Armada has a quiet ride, a powerful engine, and spacious second-row seats. - Cars.USnews

The 2017 Nissan Armada is offered in three trim levels, the price range of which starts from just under $45,000 all the way up to $60,500. All the trims come equipped with a common powertrain- a 5.6L 8-cylinder engine, capable of putting out 390 hp. Further, all three Armada trim levels come with two drivetrain options, a standard offered RWD and an optional 4WD. Also, the seven-seater SUV has a 7-speed automatic transmission paired to the potent engine setup.

The base trim SV comes at an MSRP of $44,900 for the RWD, and it is priced at $47,800 for the 4WD. It is equipped with basic interiors and minimal features. The mid-range is the SL, priced at $49,650 and $52,550 for the RWD AND 4WD respectively. The high-end range is the Platinum range, equipped with all the top-end features, priced at $57,590 and $60,490 respectively for the RWD and 4WD drivetrains. While the base SV trim comes with the basic feature list, it also gets an optional Driver package. Furthermore, Nissan also treats the SL trim with an optional sunroof and Technology package.

Yes, it has a V8 engine, but it's smooth and impressively quiet, moving the heavy Armada forward without much fuss. - Edmunds

The 2017 Nissan Armada is the most powerful SUV in this class. Housing a powerful 5.6L 8-cylinder engine gives the Armada the ability to generate 390 hp and 394 lb-ft of torque. This is also with the capability to tow along 8500 lbs. The only offered powertrain comes mated to a 7-speed automatic transmission. Against its able competitors, the 2017 Armada is the most affordable and powerful SUV. It faces close competition from the 2017 Toyota Sequoia. The 2017 Chevrolet Tahoe on the other hand has only 355 hp to offer as compared to the Armada's 390 hp.

With great power comes great acceleration, although not in all cases, here it stands true. The 8-cylinder 5.6-liter engine of the 2017 Nissan Armada gives it enough power to go from 0-60 mph in just 6.5 seconds. It further comes with the ability to do the quarter-mile dash in 15.1 seconds. The 2017 Nissan Armada is equipped with heavy steering, this makes it difficult to cut corners, especially at high speeds. Further, housing a 5.6L V-8 engine, makes it a noisy and raunchy vehicle. When compared with its competition, the 2017 Toyota Sequoia and the 2017 Chevrolet Tahoe offer better rides.

When it comes to applying the brakes, the Armada SUV's brake pedal feels smooth and light. The vehicle feels to be in control because the large brake pads packed in this SUV are efficient. The 2017 Nissan Armada is equipped with brake pads that measure 13.8 inches (both front and rear). With the help of such efficient brake pads, this SUV comes to halt from a speed of 60 mph while covering 128 ft. The best-in-class performer in this section is the Chevrolet Tahoe LS, which covers 125 ft. while doing the same.

The standard 2017 Armada returns 14 mpg in the city and 19 mpg on the highway, which is lower than many other large SUVs. - Cars.USnews

With fabulous performance and acceleration, on one hand, the 2017 Armada by Nissan manages to offer an average performance in the aspect of fuel efficiency. The EPA ratings of the 2017 Nissan Armada are 14 miles to a gallon in the city, 19 miles per gallon on the highway, and combined reading of 16 MPG.

Since its competition has a lower engine capacity, they are able to provide higher fuel efficiency. However, this is true only for the 2017 Chevrolet Tahoe. The Toyota Sequoia despite being equipped with a lower-powered engine, trails behind the rest in terms of outright fuel efficiency.

Engulfed in top-quality materials, the 2017 Nissan Armada has an alluring interior. However, the consistency of the quality isn't maintained throughout. The infotainment offering seems to be obsolete as compared to the design and styling of the remaining cabin. The Armada Platinum trim offers the best interiors in the class, as it comes equipped with chair seats and a fancy center console for the second row. This makes the Platinum trim a seven-seater. Further, the Armada offers interior color options between charcoal and almond, which is of course in leather. The Platinum trim is also offered in a tan shade.

With the ability to accommodate eight individuals, the Nissan Armada is at par with its competitors. But, just like any other SUV, its third row of seating is a bit cramped. However, the first and second rows are pretty generous. Offering 41 inches plus legroom and 63 inches plus shoulder space, the Armada is certainly spacious. The Chevrolet Tahoe compensated for the luxurious first row of seating with a slightly smaller second row and a poor third row. The 2017 Toyota Sequoia offers a comparatively smaller interior cabin, it isn't outrightly cramped but its dimensions are relatively smaller.

The cargo room offered by the 2017 Armada is just about 16.6 cubic feet, with all the seats in use. The maximum it can offer is a space of 95.1 cubic feet, this is with the second and third row of seats folded. While the 2017 Tahoe offers 94.7 cubic feet as its maximum cargo space, the 2017 Toyota Sequoia offers a maximum cargo room of 120.1 cubic feet.

Interior features of the 2017 Nissan Armada

• Dual-zone automatic climate control
• A power moon-roof
• Heated six-way power front seats (with two-way power driver lumbar)
• A leather-wrapped tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel
• A reclining second-row bench split seat
• A 60/40-split third-row seat

The 2017 Nissan Armada balances a bulky, macho appearance with luxury cues. -thecarconnection

Dimensions and Weight of the 2017 Nissan Armada

The new Armada rides a wheelbase that is 2.1 inches shorter than the outgoing model, yet it is 1.2 inches longer, 0.6 inches wider, and it sits 2.2 inches lower. It is the longest SUV among its rivals and is sufficiently wide and tall as well. But still falls 1.2 inches short of height compared with an SUV like Toyota Sequoia SR5, which is 77.0 inches high.

Against the given competition, the 2017 Chevy Tahoe is the lightest vehicle, it is also the shortest in length and height, it further has the least ground clearance in class. The 2017 Toyota Sequoia is the heaviest amongst the three cars, but its length is lesser than that of the Armada. However, the height of the Toyota Sequoia is the best, measuring 77 inches. 

Exterior Features of the 2017 Nissan Armada

• 18-inch alloy wheels
• A full-size spare Automatic LED headlights (low-beam only)
• Roof rails
• Side steps
• Rear privacy glass
• Rearview camera
• Front/rear parking sensors

For reasons unknown, the 2017 Nissan Armada hasn't been tested by either of the safety authorities, that is the NHTSA or the IIHS. So, the only factor that we can depend upon is the past records of the brand Nissan, and it has built a strong reputation for its safety offering. Several other cars from the brand have been at the forefront of their segments for the safety offering that they provide.

An example would be the 2017 Nissan Altima that bagged the top safety pick from IIHS. Even the customer reviews and other car rating agencies place the Nissan Armada in their good books. The 2017 Armada comes with a vast list of safety features to offer, they are as given below:

• Nissan Advanced Air Bag System (AABS) with dual-stage supplemental front airbags with seat belt and occupant-classification sensors
• Driver and front-passenger seat-mounted side-impact supplemental airbags
• Roof-mounted curtain side-impact supplemental airbags for outboard occupant head protection for all three rows
• Active Brake Limited Slip (ABLS)
• LATCH system (Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children)
• Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
• Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) with Traction Control System (TCS)
• Child-safety rear door locks

2017 Nissan Armada vs 2017 Chevrolet Tahoe LS

The 2017 Chevrolet Tahoe is a magnificent vehicle that has an opulent interior, the best in class probably.  Offering higher seating, clad in fine soft-touch material, delivers a significant deal of road command. A notch lower on power, but the Tahoe has the finest interiors, it offers features like Apple CarPlay, remote cell phone charging, and an in-vehicle Wi-Fi hot spot, none of which are offered in the Armada. The SUV has responsive steering and conveys a calm ride, and it likewise shows signs of improved fuel efficiency than the Armada. The Tahoe is a superior all-around vehicle than the Armada, and the value distinction isn't over the top, so for most purchasers, the Tahoe is the better wager.

2017 Nissan Armada vs 2017 Toyota Sequoia SR5

The 2017 Sequoia offers almost similar engine specs and configs, it is a bit lower though. This is also the case in terms of fuel efficiency. In terms of safety and ride quality, it is a head-on collision. The Toyota offers a phenomenal drive experience while the Armada has top-notch safety. Priced at an MSRP of $45,560, it is slightly costlier than the Nissan Armada. The Toyota delivers only 7400 lbs of towing capacity, this is due to the lack of power, the Armada is way ahead in this aspect, measuring 8500 lbs. Overall, we would recommend the Armada as it is a value for money offering that even considers your safety to a great extent. 

The 2017 Nissan Armada is truly a decent SUV that gets eclipsed by its competitors. In spite of the fact that the Armada gives a powerful engine, has a high towing limit, and an upscale inside, it additionally has undersized first-and third-row push seats, lesser than average cargo limit, and an out-of-date infotainment framework. It's certainly worth thinking about the Nissan SUV while you're auto shopping, yet other extensive SUVs convey more to the table. So while the Armada is a decent SUV, it presumably shouldn't be at the highest priority on your rundown, unless you are looking for what it delivers.