BMW X3 vs Nissan Armada
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2026 Nissan Armada
Overview
| Spec | BMW X330 xDrive | Nissan ArmadaSV |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | 30 xDrive | SV |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | premium unleaded (recommended) |
| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 9-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | mild hybrid | gas |
| Model year | 2026 | 2026 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | BMW X330 xDrive | Nissan ArmadaSV |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $51,300 (best) | $58,840 |
| Lowest listing price | $11,795 (best) | $12,900 |
| Median listing price | $56,154 (best) | $63,660 |
| Highest listing price | $79,148 (best) | $84,560 |
| For sale now | 223 (best) | 68 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | BMW X330 xDrive | Nissan ArmadaSV |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 29 MPG (best) | 18 MPG |
| City MPG | 27 MPG (best) | 16 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 33 MPG (best) | 20 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 17.2 gal | 23.6 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | BMW X330 xDrive | Nissan ArmadaSV |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 255 hp | 425 hp (best) |
| Torque | 295 lb-ft | 516 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 2 L | 3.5 L (best) |
| Cylinders | I4 | V6 |
Size & capability
| Spec | BMW X330 xDrive | Nissan ArmadaSV |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 8 seats (best) |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 67.1 cu ft | 97.1 cu ft (best) |
| Towing capacity | — | 8,500 lbs (best) |
| Payload | — | 1,899 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 4,176 lbs (best) | 5,676 lbs |
| Ground clearance | 8.5 in | 9.6 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 112.8 in | 121.1 in (best) |
| Length | 187.2 in | 209.6 in (best) |
| Width | 75.6 in | 83.3 in (best) |
| Height | 65.4 in | 76.6 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | BMW X330 xDrive | Nissan ArmadaSV |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | Not Rated |
| Frontal crash (driver) | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | Not Rated |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | Not Rated |
| Side crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | Not Rated |
| Side crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | Not Rated |
| Side pole | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | Not Rated |
| Rollover | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | Not Rated |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | 2 | 2 |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | BMW X3 | Nissan Armada |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 30 xDrive $51,300 MSRP(Currently comparing) | SV $58,840 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | M50 xDrive $66,500 MSRP | SV $61,840 MSRP |
| 3 | — | SL $63,530 MSRP |
| 4 | — | SL $66,530 MSRP |
| 5 | — | Platinum $70,490 MSRP |
| 6 | — | Platinum $73,490 MSRP |
| 7 | — | PRO-4X $74,300 MSRP |
| 8 | — | Platinum Reserve $77,550 MSRP |
| 9 | — | Platinum Reserve $80,550 MSRP |
| 10 | — | NISMO $79,530 MSRP |
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BMW X3 vs Nissan Armada FAQ
- Which is better: 2026 BMW X3 or 2026 Nissan Armada?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2026 BMW X3 vs 2026 Nissan Armada on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2026 BMW X3 or 2026 Nissan Armada?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2026 BMW X3 starts lower at $51,300. Live BMW X3 listings start at $11,795. Live Nissan Armada listings start at $12,900.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2026 BMW X3 or 2026 Nissan Armada?
- The 2026 BMW X3 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (51,300).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2026 BMW X3 or 2026 Nissan Armada?
- The 2026 BMW X3 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (29).
- Which has better horsepower: 2026 BMW X3 or 2026 Nissan Armada?
- The 2026 Nissan Armada leads on horsepower in this comparison (460).
- Which has better seats: 2026 BMW X3 or 2026 Nissan Armada?
- The 2026 Nissan Armada leads on seats in this comparison (8).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2026 BMW X3 or 2026 Nissan Armada?
- The 2026 Nissan Armada leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (8,500).
- How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2026 BMW X3 vs 2026 Nissan Armada?
- NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: BMW X3 (4/5 NHTSA overall); Nissan Armada (Not Rated/5 NHTSA overall).