2025 BMW X5 vs. 2024 Nissan Armada Review

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2025 BMW
X5

MSRP*: $65,700 to $90,000
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2024 Nissan
Armada

MSRP*: $56,520 to $71,590
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MPG - City 17 - 23 MPG 13 - 14 MPG
MPG - Hwy 22 - 27 MPG 18 - 19 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 7 - 8 seats
Cargo Space 72.3 ft3 92.6 ft3
Engine
  • 375-hp, 3.0-liter, Straight 6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
  • 523-hp, 4.4-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
  • 400-hp, 5.6-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive Four Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive
Horsepower 375 - 523 hp 400 hp
Towing Capacity 6,603 lbs 8,500 lbs
Exterior Length 194.3 in 208.9 in
Exterior Width 78.9 in 79.9 in
Leg Room Front 39.8 in
Rear 37.4 in
Front 41.9 in
Rear 41.0 in
Head Room Front 40.7 - 40.8 in
Rear 38.7 in
Front 39.8 - 40.9 in
Rear 40.0 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Passengers in the backseat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Nissan Armada than in the BMW X5, due to its greater head- and legroom. The Nissan Armada offers just a little more front head- and legroom than the BMW X5, offering the driver and front passenger a bit more room and comfort.

Convenience
Due to the larger tank size and better fuel economy of the BMW X5, you will definitely be making fewer stops at the gas station than with the Nissan Armada.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). The BMW X5 is somewhat more expensive than the Nissan Armada.

Dimensions
The BMW X5 is a little narrower than the Nissan Armada, so you'll have an easier time getting in and out of the car in a tight parking spot. If you go with the BMW X5, you'll have a much easier time finding a large enough space to park than you will with the Nissan Armada.

Handling
The BMW X5 has the same turning radius as the Nissan Armada, so they both maneuver the same in and out of tight spots.

Performance
In terms of towing capacity, the Nissan Armada is clearly the choice over the BMW X5 for pulling heavy loads. The BMW X5 has a little less horsepower than the Nissan Armada.

Powertrain
The BMW X5 has much lower torque than the Nissan Armada, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.

Utility
The BMW X5 has less seating than the Nissan Armada, making the Nissan Armada the better choice, if you need to chauffeur many passengers. The BMW X5 has significantly less cargo capacity than the Nissan Armada.