2018 Nissan Armada SV

The Armada is Nissan's full-size, body-on-frame SUV, the one that seats eight and is built for towing and family hauling rather than city parking. The cabin is roomy and comfortable for seven or eight, with power-folding rear seats and a decent amount of cargo space behind the third row. Owners consistently note the fuel consumption is heavy, so budget for frequent fill-ups if you're covering a lot of miles. The SV is the step up from the base Armada, adding the 4WD system and a few extra convenience features that make it the better pick if you tow or drive on loose surfaces. Its 5.6L V8 makes 390 horsepower and pairs with a automatic transmission and four-wheel drive, giving you plenty of grunt for merging onto highways or pulling a trailer.