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In the 2026 J.D. Power APEAL Study, the Nissan Armada and Nissan Murano earned top honors in their respective vehicle classes. The Armada tied for first place among Large SUVs, and the Murano claimed the number-one spot in the Midsize SUV class. The annual study gathers insights from new owners during the first 90 days of vehicle ownership, evaluating attributes like seating comfort, interior design, feature usability, and overall driving thrill.

It is common knowledge that U.S. News & World Report hands out highly respected automotive awards. Automakers do not necessarily assemble their vehicles solely to rank on these charts, but it serves as a surefire indicator of incredible execution whenever a model appears there. For this model year, the Armada PRO-4X was selected for the list, and Nissan's prized Rogue was numbered among the top winners too.

Compared to a front or rear-wheel drive vehicle, all-wheel drives provide a number of important advantages to help keep drivers safer on the road. By splitting the power between the front and rear axles, an AWD drivetrain offers improved acceleration, traction and handling in bad weather.

Whether you’ve got a backseat full of passengers or you’re hauling around some hefty cargo, your rear visibility can sometimes get blocked. Thankfully, Nissan’s newest piece of technology seeks to remedy this problem!

Fresh off of a one year hiatus, the latest iteration of the Armada is having a great year back, earning a nod from one of the most respected names in the automotive industry. Click inside to learn more!