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Lexus RX330 vs Nissan Armada

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

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2006 Lexus RX330

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2026 Nissan Armada

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Overview

SpecLexus RX330330Nissan ArmadaSV
Selected trim330SV
Body styleSUVSUV
Drivetrainfront wheel driverear wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedpremium unleaded (recommended)
Transmission5-speed automatic9-speed shiftable automatic
Engine typegasgas
Model year20062026

Pricing & market

SpecLexus RX330330Nissan ArmadaSV
MSRP$36,370 (best)$58,840
Lowest listing price—$12,900 (best)
Median listing price—$64,990 (best)
Highest listing price—$84,560 (best)
For sale now075 (best)

Fuel economy & range

SpecLexus RX330330Nissan ArmadaSV
Combined MPG20 MPG (best)18 MPG
City MPG17 MPG (best)16 MPG
Highway MPG23 MPG (best)20 MPG
Fuel tank19.2 gal23.6 gal (best)

Performance

SpecLexus RX330330Nissan ArmadaSV
Horsepower223 hp425 hp (best)
Torque238 lb-ft516 lb-ft (best)
Engine size3.3 L3.5 L (best)
CylindersV6V6

Size & capability

SpecLexus RX330330Nissan ArmadaSV
Seating5 seats8 seats (best)
Doors5 (best)4
Cargo volume84.7 cu ft97.1 cu ft (best)
Towing capacity3,500 lbs8,500 lbs (best)
Payload1,485 lbs1,899 lbs (best)
Curb weight3,860 lbs (best)5,676 lbs
Ground clearance7.1 in9.6 in (best)
Wheelbase106.9 in121.1 in (best)
Length186.2 in209.6 in (best)
Width72.6 in83.3 in (best)
Height66.1 in76.6 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecLexus RX330330Nissan ArmadaSV
NHTSA overall—Not Rated
Frontal crash (driver)—Not Rated
Frontal crash (passenger)—Not Rated
Side crash (driver)—Not Rated
Side crash (passenger)—Not Rated
Side pole—Not Rated
Rollover—Not Rated
Open recalls (YMM scope)1 (best)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.

TrimLexus RX330Nissan Armada
1

330

$36,370 MSRP(Currently comparing)

SV

$58,840 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

330

$37,770 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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Lexus RX330 vs Nissan Armada FAQ

Which is better: 2006 Lexus RX330 or 2026 Nissan Armada?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2006 Lexus RX330 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: 2006 Lexus RX330 or 2026 Nissan Armada?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2006 Lexus RX330 starts lower at $36,370. Live Nissan Armada listings start at $12,900.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2006 Lexus RX330 or 2026 Nissan Armada?
The 2006 Lexus RX330 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (36,370).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2006 Lexus RX330 or 2026 Nissan Armada?
The 2006 Lexus RX330 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (20).
Which has better horsepower: 2006 Lexus RX330 or 2026 Nissan Armada?
The 2026 Nissan Armada leads on horsepower in this comparison (460).
Which has better seats: 2006 Lexus RX330 or 2026 Nissan Armada?
The 2026 Nissan Armada leads on seats in this comparison (8).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2006 Lexus RX330 or 2026 Nissan Armada?
The 2026 Nissan Armada leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (8,500).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2006 Lexus RX330 vs 2026 Nissan Armada?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Nissan Armada (Not Rated/5 NHTSA overall).