2019 Nissan Armada SL

The 2019 Armada is Nissan's full-size, body-on-frame SUV, the one that seats eight and competes with the Tahoe and Expedition. It's a big SUV that pulls with authority, and owners say it tows a 6,500-pound boat without breaking a sweat. The ride is smooth and quiet on the highway, though the sheer size means you'll want extra stopping distance in traffic. Inside, you get three rows of seating, but the third row is snug and cargo space behind it is tight. The SL is the entry-level Armada, so you skip the Platinum's quilted leather and upgraded audio, but you still get the same 5.6L V8 and towing capability for thousands less. Its 5.6L V8 makes 390 horsepower and 394 lb-ft of torque, routed through a seven-speed automatic to the rear-wheel drive, and the EPA rates it at 16 mpg combined. The SL can be optioned with 4WD, which adds a two-speed transfer case and gives you a 300-pound higher towing rating for off-road or snow use.