Talking Cars 476: Driving the Nissan Armada

Main theme: For this episode, the Talking Cars podcast panel shares initial impressions about the redesigned 2025 Nissan Armada. It’s been many years since the Armada has had a redesign, so we eagerly await how this large SUV will compete with higher volume competition like the Chevrolet Tahoe, Ford Expedition, Jeep Wagoneer, and Toyota Sequoia. 

This iteration of the Armada gets a new powertrain, and the team weighs in on whether or not this turbocharged V6 is enough to power this large truck with ease. The team also discusses how the Armada, one of a handful of SUVs that retains its body-on-frame chassis in a much larger world of unibody SUVs, might balance on-road livability with off-road potential. And at close to $60,000—which climbs quickly with optional equipment—does the Armada provide a level of safety and refinement befitting the price? Tune in to find out. 

Read our Nissan Armada first drive. 

Audience Questions
• Are the turn signals on the new Jeep Compass really as annoying as people have said?
• Is the Mazda CX-90 a good option for longer-term ownership?
• And what is a good daily driver alternative for a 6-foot-4-inch driver currently in a Chevrolet Corvette C6?