The 2025 Nissan Armada gets a major redesign. Our experts share their first impressions of the Nissan Armada SL with Intelligent AWD in this episode. We put the new Armada through its paces on our test track and take a close look at its refined exterior, premium interior, updated powertrain, and family-friendly space. Plus, we compare it to top rivals like the Chevrolet Tahoe, Ford Expedition, Jeep Wagoneer, Toyota Sequoia, and its luxury cousin, the Infiniti QX80. We also answer viewer questions and opine on the irritating turn signal in the 2025 Jeep Compass, should you worry about the Mazda CX-90’s multiple drive chains and potential repair bills, and what’s a fun, budget-friendly manual car under $35K that won’t cramp a tall driver?

 

More info on the 2025 Nissan Armada here: https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/nissan/armada/2025/overview/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT

 

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SHOW NOTES

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00:00 - Introduction

00:17 - Overview: 2025 Nissan Armada

01:15 - Powertrain

03:12 - Cabin Noise

04:37 - Driving Dynamics

07:02 - Safety Features

10:32 - Visibility

13:08 - Interior

15:04 - Access

16:20 - Controls

18:41 - Who is it For?

22:26 - Question #1: Are the turn signals on the Jeep Compass really as bad as reported by Consumer Reports?

24:25 - Question #2: Should Buyers worry about the Mazda CX-90’s multiple drive chains and potential repair bills?

26:55 - Question #3: What’s a fun-to-drive, budget-friendly manual transmission car under $35K that’s comfortable for a taller driver?

 

 

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