Comparison - Nissan Armada Platinum 2020 - vs - Mercedes-Benz G63 AMG Edition 55 2022

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Average Price: 
$
63,530
Updated: 
25 Oct 2019
$
180,000
Updated: 
29 Jul 2023
Car Type: 
SUV
SUV
Drive Type: 
Four Wheel Drive
Four Wheel Drive
Year: 
2020
2023
Total Seating: 
8
5
Transmission: 
7-speed Automatic
9-speed Shiftable Automatic
Bluetooth: 
yes
yes
Heated seats: 
yes
yes
Navigation: 
yes
yes
Doors: 
5
5
Fuel Tank Capacity: 
26.00gals
26.40gals
Exterior Colors: 
Color: 
Brilliant Silver
#B6B6B6
Pearl White
#EBECF0
Gun Metallic
#747577
Hermosa Blue
#36425C
Mocha Almond
#442D27
Super Black
#000000
Color: 
Black
#000000
Polar White
#E1E1E1
Jade Green metallic
#2C3E36
Rubellite Red metallic
#7C505D
Iridium Silver metallic
#D4D3D5
Mojave Silver metallic
#989898
Lunar Blue metallic
#2B3652
Brilliant Blue metallic
#4B84C9
Indium Grey metallic
#6E685E
Selenite Grey metallic
#B0B4B7
Mystic Brown metallic
#705953
Moonlight White metallic
#A5A7A7
Cardinal Red metallic
#D8545C
Night Black Magno
#80888D

Expert Reviews

Expert reviews: 

The 2020 Armada carries over mostly unchanged except for a new standard feature and a newly optional package. Every model now has heated exterior mirrors. Also, the Armada is now available with a 22-inch Wheel package that adds uniquely style 22-inch wheels wrapped in all-season tires.

Pros
Tranquil cabin environment,
upscale styling,
mighty powertrain and tow rating.

Cons
Not exactly fuel efficient,
obsolete infotainment system,
overly light steering.

By: 
caranddriver.com

The 2020 Nissan Armada comes with four wheel drive, and rear wheel drive. Available transmissions include: 7-speed automatic.Small changes to trim levels and feature availability.

Pros
High-quality interior is appealing
Smooth V8 engine delivers ample power
Rides more comfortably than some rival SUVs
Quiet at highway speeds

Cons
No getting around the V8's poor fuel economy
Infotainment system is dated
Third-row seating isn't particularly spacious

By: 
edmunds.com

The 2020 Nissan Armada's #4 ranking is based on its score within the Large SUVs category. Currently the Nissan Armada has a score of 7.3 out of 10, which is based on our evaluation of 29 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.

Pros
Powerful engine
Quality cabin
Comfortable seating
Solid predicted reliability rating

Cons
Outdated infotainment system
Poor fuel economy, even for the class
Below-average cargo volume
Less comfortable ride than rivals

By: 
usnews.com

Pros
Iconic exterior design
Luxurious interior
Powerful engines
Commendable off-roading capabilities

Cons
Hard to get in and out
Not as much cargo space as expected
Unavailable with latest infotainment tech
Clumsy handling on pavement

By: 
edmunds.com

Pros
A box-shaped rocket ship,
boosted performance doesn't compromise off-road prowess,
a millionaire's Jeep.

Cons
Boxy shape makes it overly noisy on the highway,
cornering is not a strong suit, high cost makes scratching it more concerning.

By: 
caranddriver.com

Fuel

Fuel Type: 
Regular Unleaded
Premium Unleaded
Fuel Economy City USA: 
13.00mpg
13.00mpg
Fuel Economy HWY: 
18.00mpg
16.00mpg
Engine type: 
Petrol/Gas
Petrol/Gas

Engine and Performance

Valves: 
32
32
Cylinders: 
8
V
8
V
Engine Size/Displacement: 
5.60L
4.00L
Torque: 
394ft-lbs
at 4 000rpm
627ft-lbs
at 2 500rpm
Horsepower: 
390hp
at 5 800rpm
577hp
at 6 000rpm
Cam Type: 
Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Turning Circle: 
41.30Feet
44.30Feet

Convenience

Cruise Control: 
yes
yes
Door Pockets: 
yes
yes
Cupholders: 
yes
yes
Overhead console: 
yes
yes
Seatback Storage: 
yes
yes
Power Steering: 
yes
yes
Parking sensors: 
yes
yes
Steering Wheel Tilt: 
yes
yes
Telescopic steering wheel: 
yes
yes
Rear View Camera: 
yes
yes
Front view Camera: 
yes
yes
Side view Camera: 
yes
yes
On steering wheel: 
Audio and cruise controls on steering wheel
Transmission, cruise and audio controls on steering wheel
More in Convenience: 
Universal remote transmitter (for garage door, security system, etc.)
Manual Rear Seat Easy Entry
Keyless Ignition
Leather Steering Wheel
Adjustable Pedals
Turn Signal In Mirrors
Heated Steering Whee
Universal remote transmitter (for garage door, security system, etc.)
Leather steering wheel
Adaptive cruise control
Keyless ignition

Exterior Dimensions

Length: 
208.90in
191.90in
Width: 
79.90in
86.10in
Height: 
75.80in
77.40in
Ground Clearance: 
9.20in
9.50in
Front Track: 
65.10in
Rear Track: 
65.10in
Wheel Base: 
121.10in
113.80in

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room: 
39.80
41.90
Rear Head Room: 
40.00
40.50
Front Leg Room: 
41.90in
38.70in
Rear leg room: 
41.00in
39.50in
Front Hip Room: 
59.20in
Front Shoulder Room: 
63.80in
57.80in
Rear Hip Room: 
58.40in
Rear Shoulder room: 
63.40in
57.40in

Weights and capacites

Cargo Capacity: 
95.40cu.ft
68.60cu.ft
Maximum Towing Capacity un-break: 
8500lbs
7000lbs
Cargo Capacity with Seats in Place: 
16.50cu.ft
38.10cu.ft
Angle of Approach: 
20.90degrees
26.70degrees
Angle of Departure: 
22.30degrees
29.20degrees
Curb Weight: 
5958.00lbs
5842.00lbs

Instruments

External Temperature Display: 
yes
yes
Clock: 
yes
yes
Trip computer: 
yes
yes
Techometer: 
yes
yes
Compass: 
yes
yes

Power Features

Power windows: 
yes
yes
Remote Keyless doors: 
yes
yes
More Power Features: 
2 one-touch power windows
Heated mirrors
Hands-Free Entry
4 one-touch power windows
1st row power glass moonroof
Remote keyless power door locks
Heated mirrors

Seats

Rear Seat Collapsible: 
yes
yes
Front Seats Features: 
8-Way Power Driver Seat
Bucket front seats
Height adjustable passenger seat
Multi-level heating driver seat
Driver seat with power adjustable lumbar support
6 -way power passenger seat
Height adjustable driver seat
Leather
Multi-level heating passenger seat
Passenger seat with power adjustable lumbar support
Driver Cooled Seat
Passenger Cooled Seat
Premium leather
Bucket front seats
10-way power driver seat
Height adjustable driver seat
Driver seat thigh extension
3 memorized driver seat settings
10-way power passenger seat
Height adjustable passenger seat
Passenger seat thigh extension
3 memorized passenger seat settings
Multi-level heating driver seat
Multi-level heating passenger seat
Rear Seats Features: 
Power folding split-bench third row seats
Reclining rear seats
Folding center armrest
Rear ventilation ducts with fan control
Split-folding rear seatback
Multi-Level Heating
Folding center armrest
Split-folding rear seatback
Multi-level heating

Suspension

Front Suspension: 
Front stabilizer bar
Double Wishbone Front Suspension w/Coil Springs
Rear Suspension: 
Rear stabilizer bar
Solid Axle Rear Suspension w/Coil Springs
Suspension Info: 
Four-wheel independent suspension

Comfort

Interior air Filtration: 
yes
yes
Climate Control: 
yes
yes
More Comfort Features: 
Dual illuminating vanity mirrors
Electrochromatic Inside Rearview Mirror
Three zone climate control
Rear ventilation ducts with fan control
Electrochromatic inside rearview mirror
Dual illuminating vanity mirrors

Entertainment

DVD player: 
yes
no
AM/FM Radio: 
yes
yes
Satellite radio: 
yes
yes
Video monitor: 
yes
no
More Entertainment: 
USB connection
Auxiliary audio input and USB with external media control
3 Months of provided satellite radio service
Bose premium brand stero system
1 subwoofer(s)
13 total speakers
Audio/video remote control remote control
Speed sensitive volume control
Bose Premium Brand Speakers
Radio Data System
Satellite Radio W/Real Time Traffic Satellite Radio
12.3" infotainment display size
Burmester premium brand stereo system
Burmester premium brand speakers
590 watts stereo output
15 total speakers
Android Auto/Apple CarPlay
USB connection
USB with external media control
Memory card slot
6 months of provided satellite radio service

Exterior Features

Sunroof: 
yes
yes
Rear defogger: 
yes
yes
More in Glass and Roof: 
Variable intermittent rain sensing wipers
Privacy glass
Roof rack
Intermittent rear wiper
Roof rack
Power glass sunroof
Fixed Rear Window w/Fixed Interval Wiper and Defroster
Rain Detecting Variable Intermittent Wipers w/Heated Jets And Reservoir
Front Windshield -inc: Electrically Heated Glass
Laminated Glass
Alloy Wheels: 
yes
yes
Wheel size: 
20 x 8.0-In.
20 x 9.5 in
Wheels more: 
Fullsize non-matching spare tire
Underbody mounted spare tire
All season tires
Fullsize matching spare tire
Outside rear mounted spare tire
Wheel Dimensions: 
Width: 
275.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
60
Diameter: 
R20
Width: 
275.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
50
Diameter: 
R20

Safety Features

ABS: 
yes
yes
Front head airbags: 
yes
yes
Rear head airbags: 
yes
yes
Dual front side-mounted airbags: 
yes
yes
Emergency braking assist: 
yes
yes
Traction control: 
yes
yes
Child seat anchors: 
yes
yes
Front brakes: 
Front ventilated disc brakes
Ventilated discs
Stability control: 
yes
yes
Rear brakes: 
rear ventilated disc brakes
Ventilated discs
Rear door child safety locks: 
yes
yes
Daytime running lights: 
yes
yes
Engine immobilizer: 
yes
yes
Front fog lights: 
yes
yes
Dusk sensing headlamps: 
yes
yes
Auto delay off headlamps: 
yes
yes
Front headrests: 
yes
yes
Rear headrests: 
yes
yes
Tire pressure monitoring: 
yes
yes
More Safety Features: 
Rear height adjustable headrests
Turn signal mirrors
Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation
Rear center 3-point belt
Pre-collision safety system
LED headlamp
Remote anti-theft alarm system
Blind-Spot And Lane Departure Warnings Accident Avoidance System
Post-Collision Safety System
LED Headlamp
Rear center 3-point belt
Remote anti-theft alarm system
Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation
Post-collision safety system
Pre-collision safety system
Lane keep assist
Blind spot and lane departure warnings accident avoidance system

Options

Packages: 
Captain's Chairs Package
Platinum Reserve Package
Exterior Options: 
Special Paint- Pearl White
Roof Rail Cross Bars
Welcome Lighting
Impact Sensor
22" Wheel Package
Interior Options: 
Interior Lighting Package
Illuminated Kick Plates
Cargo Package
Carpeted Floor Mats

Colors

Interior Colors: 
Color: 
Almond, leather
#BB9D61
Charcoal, leather
#081012
Platinum Reserve Black/Brown Leather, leather
#694A42