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| Yes | Alexa Built-In | No |
| Available | Bose Premium Audio System | No |
When you think about a family vehicle, what comes to mind? Space for everyone to stretch out, or how cramped the third row might be? Will everyone be fighting over the few charging ports and music choices, or is everyone content to listen to their own music via headphones? What about safety features that help keep everyone safe? Many people consider these important features of a potential purchase, and finding a vehicle that suits everyone can take some time. You might be able to narrow it down to two vehicles, but then which one do you ultimately go with?
How do you know which one will be the best fit for you and your family? Details regarding the safety features, powertrain, gas mileage, and tech available might seal the deal, which is why comparing standout full-size SUVs like the 2023 Nissan Armada vs 2023 Toyota Sequoia can be helpful when you just aren’t sure which one is right for you. The 2023 Nissan Armada and the 2023 Toyota Sequoia are capable of seating seven to eight individuals, including the driver and passengers, with plenty of features to please adults and children alike. So which one offers the best balance of exceptional performance, great convenience features, and innovative tech? Let's take a closer look at both of these models and see which one comes out on top.
How does performance affect a family vehicle? Mileage is one of the most important factors, along with power and smooth handling. If you live in an area where you’ll have to drive frequently and over longer distances, mileage will be more important to you. Do you and your family live in a mountainous or hilly area or often experience inclement weather? Would you like the ability to haul a few extra items or something even larger? All of this goes into power and smooth handling. You may even be looking for a vehicle that would be a great fit for your new teen driver, giving them all the necessary features to give them maximum confidence on the road.
The 2023 Nissan Armada is equipped with a powerful 5.6L V8 engine and seven-speed automatic transmission. It produces 400 hp along with 413 lb-ft of torque, which is plenty powerful for navigating difficult roads, inclement weather, and a variety of topographical elements. 18-inch wheels are standard on the Armada, but you can choose between rear or four-wheel drive, which can be useful in situations like driving on gravel, getting through a stretch of mud, or avoiding potholes. Gas mileage varies, of course, between city driving and driving down the highway, but in general, the Armada gives you 14 MPG on the highway, and 19 MPG in the city with the rear-wheel drive option, and 13 MPG on the highway and 18 MPG in the city with the four-wheel drive option.
The 2023 Toyota Sequoia, on the other hand, is less of a city vehicle and more of a rural, off-road type. This is for those who like living in the country but still want to be close enough to town for convenience. It also caters to those who may have considered switching to a more efficient engine, as the Sequoia's sole option is a hybrid configuration. The standard powertrain for the Sequoia is the iForce Max Hybrid, which consists of a twin-turbo 3.4L V6 engine and an electric motor. As this is the only engine option available, you will have to seriously consider whether a hybrid SUV will be right for your driving needs and lifestyle.
Both the 2023 Nissan Armada and the 2023 Toyota Sequoia are full of family-friendly features that will keep the fighting to a minimum while allowing for a multitude of activities like listening to podcasts, audiobooks, and music, watching film and television shows, and playing games on phones and tablets. But what about seating arrangements and materials? What about comfort options like heated seats and steering wheel, climate control for everyone, and enough cup holders for drivers and passengers alike?
The 2023 Nissan Armada can be had with either seven or eight seats, depending on whether you want captain’s chairs in the middle row or if you’d prefer a bench. Benches allow for an extra seat, but captain’s chairs open up the floor for more legroom and areas for personal items. The upholstery is soft and cozy and reaches even greater heights at upper trim levels, with quilted seating space. You can easily lay chairs and benches down, which will allow you to make room for a bigger item or assist a friend or student with moving from one place to another. Every row can control the airflow, which means you won’t have to bring blankets for some and hand-held fans for others every time you go for a drive.
The 2023 Toyota Sequoia is available with seven or eight seats as well, with captain’s chairs or a bench option for the second row. If you opt for the panoramic sunroof, however, you may find only smaller individuals fit well in the second and third rows, which has a likelihood of causing present and future concerns between growing teens as they vie for elbow room. The trunk isn’t as large as the Armada’s, which means you will also have to give up leg room and seating space if you have larger pieces of luggage, or something to haul, making sitting in the second and third rows impractical, leading to further tension between passengers. The Sequoia offers up to 86.9 cu.ft. of space with the second and third row down, which pales in comparison to the Armada's massive 92.6 cu.ft. of space. Both models offer heated and ventilated front and rear seats on higher-end trims; however, when it comes to the Sequoia's reduced interior space, this may not be as helpful if everyone is a bit cramped in the back.
Family vehicles often come equipped with a plethora of safety features, and newer vehicles tend to have plenty of the latest tech to draw in drivers. But which ones are the most important, and which ones do you prefer? Are you willing to go up a trim level for a particular feature, or would you prefer to streamline and keep things simple? It can be difficult to answer these questions, but between the 2023 Nissan Armada and the 2023 Toyota Sequoia, there are some clear differences.
The 2023 Nissan Armada comes standard with the Nissan Advanced Airbag System, comprised of dual-stage supplemental front airbags with seat belt and occupant-classification sensors, driver and front-passenger seat-mounted side-impact supplemental air bags, and the roof-mounted curtain side-impact supplemental airbags with a rollover sensor. Other standard features include the LATCH system, child-safety locks in the second row, and high-strength side-door guard beams. These and other safety features ensure that your family will be highly protected from any sort of crash, bump, or rollover. In addition to those features, the Armada comes standard with the Nissan Safety Shield 360 suite, a comprehensive package of safety and driver assistance tools, including Automatic Emergency Braking and a Lane Departure Warning.
The 2023 Toyota Sequoia offers the following standard safety features: driver and passenger side airbags, the curtain airbag, child-safety locks, power window lockout control, the standard Toyota Safety Sense 2.5 suite, and the LATCH system. The airbag system is not as comprehensive as the Armada’s, but it is suitable. The Safety Sense package also carries similar features like a Pre-Collision System and Lane Departure Alert. Premium safety features, like a Panoramic View Monitor, come at a steep cost, sometimes only at higher trim levels. If you want a simple, stripped-down option, it might work for you, but do you really want to compromise safety to save a few bucks? Both vehicles have several other safety features, depending on things like trim level, which means you will have the opportunity to look at or purchase a bevy of safety measures for any occasion, whether it be inclement weather, traffic, rough terrain, roads in poor condition, or a new driver’s mistake.
Finding your new family vehicle can be difficult, but between the 2023 Nissan Armada and the 2023 Nissan Sequoia, you know which one will be a comfortable ride for everyone, with plenty of features to ensure a pleasant trip. If you’d like to take a look at the newest Nissan Armada, you can look at what we have available in our online inventory, give us a call to ask some questions, or stop by for a visit and ask for a test drive. We believe that you want the best for your family, and we want the best for you. Take some time to visit us at Newton Nissan at Gallatin and feel the difference; we make shopping for a new family vehicle easy, simple, and fun. Come by and look at what we have to offer, and let us help you find your new family vehicle.
It’s easy to see why the 2023 Nissan Armada has garnered so much attention, while the Toyota Sequoia can't fully compete with its array of innovative features. For a full-size SUV packed with innovative tech and ample space for your family and belongings, the 2023 Nissan Armada is a worthy choice. Come in today and let our team show you everything the Armada offers, and help you get behind the wheel of this one-of-a-kind three-row SUV.
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