2024 Nissan Rogue vs 2025 Nissan Armada

The 2024 Nissan Rogue underwent its first major styling update since its 2021 launch, maintaining its lineup of S, SV, SL, and Platinum trims. The new design featured a larger grille that seamlessly integrated with the stack headlights and daytime running lights, which were signature elements of the Rogue. The rear fascia saw minor changes with redesigned inner taillight elements. The Rogue SV received a new 18-inch wheel design, while the Platinum trim boasted a 19-inch machined-finish look and additional black exterior trim, with an optional black roof. Inside, the dashboard was updated to accommodate a new 12.3-inch infotainment touchscreen, enhancing the Rogue's premium feel. The Rogue SV models received new materials throughout the interior, and most models included dual-zone automatic climate control. The Platinum trim offered leather seats with quilted stitching, adding to the upscale interior design.

The 2025 Nissan Armada featured a high beltline similar to its luxury counterpart, the Infiniti QX80. The grille and front fascia appeared taller, aided by the SUV's higher ground clearance. The PRO-4X trim was the only one to include a skid plate. The new front lighting signature introduced C-shaped LED lines, and the imposing grille set the Armada apart from its predecessor. From the side, the third-generation Armada appeared larger and more business-like, with a parallel beltline and distinctive D-pillar. The PRO-4X trim added rugged character with black plastic cladding and unique design elements. The Armada's rear featured standard LED taillights and a fashionable red lightbar on the PRO-4X and Platinum Reserve trims. The Armada offered 18-inch wheels on the SV, 22-inch on the Platinum Reserve, and 20-inch on other trims, with the PRO-4X featuring all-terrain tires. The interior of the Platinum Reserve and PRO-4X was comfortably outfitted, with premium materials and a luxurious feel.

The 2024 Nissan Rogue's powertrain was a standout feature, with a 1.5-liter turbocharged three-cylinder engine that utilized Nissan's VC-Turbo technology to vary its compression ratio for power or fuel economy. The engine delivered 201 horsepower and 225 pound-feet of torque, outperforming competitors like the Honda CR-V and Subaru Forester. However, the continuously variable transmission (CVT) was less impressive, with slow power transfer to the wheels. The Rogue offered front-wheel drive as standard, with all-wheel drive available. The suspension in the Rogue Platinum test car felt firmer than expected, affecting ride quality without improving handling. Despite the engine's performance, the exhaust note was less appealing.

The 2025 Nissan Armada introduced a new powertrain with a 3.5-liter twin-turbo V6 engine, inspired by the high-performance GT-R. This engine produced 425 horsepower and 516 lb-ft of torque, an increase over its predecessor. The Armada replaced the old seven-speed automatic transmission with a nine-speed automatic. The PRO-4X trim was 4WD-only, while other trims offered rear-wheel drive or Nissan's Intelligent Four-Wheel Drive. The PRO-4X included features like an electronic locking rear differential and metal skid plates. The Armada's adaptive electronic air suspension, shared with the Platinum Reserve, provided improved ground clearance and off-road capability. The Armada's towing capacity reached 8,500 pounds, with standard trailer sway control and other towing features. On-road, the Armada's electric power steering offered a nice sense of engagement, while the adaptive air suspension provided comfort. Off-road, the PRO-4X's suspension and Mud/Rut mode enhanced its capabilities.

The 2024 Nissan Rogue offered competitive passenger space, similar to rivals like the Honda CR-V and Toyota RAV4. The Rogue's cargo space was 36.5 cubic feet with the rear seats in place and 74.1 cubic feet with them folded, less than the CR-V and Tucson but more than the Forester. The optional Divide-N-Hide system allowed for flexible cargo configurations. The Rogue featured a power liftgate on SV models and a motion-activated liftgate on SL and Platinum trims. The center console provided additional storage space, though accessing it could be awkward.

The 2025 Nissan Armada introduced a push-button transmission, freeing up center console space for a wireless charging pad. The Armada's "Zero Gravity" seats were comfortable, with power adjustments increasing with each trim level. Heated front seats were standard on the SL trim, with cooling and second-row heating available on higher trims. The Armada offered a three-row seating configuration, with power one-touch folding for the third row. Cargo volume increased across all rows, with 20.4 cubic feet behind the third row, 56.3 behind the second, and 97.1 in total. The Armada's headroom and legroom varied depending on the presence of a sunroof, with improvements in some areas and reductions in others.

The 2024 Nissan Rogue featured an 8-inch touchscreen with wired Apple CarPlay and Android Auto on lower trims, while SL and Platinum models received a 12.3-inch touchscreen with wireless connectivity and Google built-in apps. The Rogue was the first Nissan to offer Google built-in software, integrating Google Maps, Google Assistant, and the Google Play app store. The dual 12.3-inch screen setup improved the infotainment system, though the touchscreen was occasionally slow to boot up. The Rogue included multiple USB-C ports and a wireless charging pad on higher trims. Nissan extended the free trial period for its Nissan Connect Services to three years, offering features like remote door lock/unlock and vehicle health reports.

The 2025 Nissan Armada came standard with two large screens, 12.3-inch displays on the SV and SL trims, and 14.3-inch screens on higher trims. The infotainment system included wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, with Google Built-In available on the SL trim. A head-up display was optional starting at the SL trim level. The Armada featured a six-speaker sound system on the base trim, with a 12-speaker Klipsch Premium Audio System standard on higher trims. The collaboration with Klipsch provided an enhanced audio experience, appealing to audiophiles.

The 2024 Nissan Rogue received good safety scores from the IIHS and a five-star overall rating from the NHTSA. Standard safety features included automatic emergency braking, blind spot monitoring, and lane departure warning. ProPilot Assist, Nissan's advanced driver assistance system, was available on higher trims, offering features like adaptive cruise control and automated lane centering.

The 2025 Nissan Armada featured Nissan's ProPILOT Assist suite, with varying levels of advanced driver-assistance technologies across trims. The most advanced version, ProPILOT Assist 2.1, offered hands-free highway-driving assist technology. The Armada also included Nissan Safety Shield 360, with features like traffic-sign recognition and blind-spot warning. Higher trims offered additional camera views and the Intelligent Around-View camera system, enhancing visibility and safety.