2022 Nissan Rogue vs 2021 Nissan Armada

The 2021 Nissan Armada underwent a significant facelift, aligning its exterior design with Nissan's new signature look. Despite these updates, the Armada retained its traditional beefy and athletic styling, featuring a new grille, front fenders, bumpers, and LED lights. The SUV was available in SL and Platinum trims in Canada, with the latter offering captain’s chairs as an option. The Armada's exterior updates included body-colour over fenders, dark-painted roof rails, and a new Nissan logo. However, the interior remained somewhat dated, with modern tech features contrasting with older design elements like rouched door panels and abstract patterned plastic inlays.

The 2022 Nissan Rogue continued the mature styling introduced in the previous model year, sharing design elements with other Nissan vehicles like the Pathfinder. It featured a V-motion grille, multi-level LED headlights, and a floating roof design. The interior boasted a sophisticated layered dash with contrasting colours and surfaces, an electronic gear selector, and ample storage options. The Rogue's Zero Gravity front seats and spacious second row provided comfort, while the fit and finish, especially in the Platinum model, were exemplary.

The 2021 Nissan Armada was powered by a 5.6-litre V8 engine, delivering 400 horsepower and 413 lb-ft of torque with premium fuel. It featured a 7-speed automatic transmission and standard 4WD, making it a capable off-roader despite its weight. The Armada's fuel efficiency was less impressive, with estimates of 17.5 L/100 km in the city and 12.9 on the highway. It offered a best-in-class towing capacity of 3,856 kg. The SUV's handling improved over previous models, though its size made parking challenging.

The 2022 Nissan Rogue introduced a new 1.5-litre VC-Turbo engine, producing 201 horsepower and 225 lb-ft of torque. This engine improved performance and fuel efficiency, with estimates of 7.8 L/100 km city and 6.5 highway. The Rogue's CVT transmission offered wider gear ratios, enhancing acceleration and responsiveness. The chassis and suspension provided a smooth ride with minimal body roll, and the electric power-assisted steering offered good feel and a tight turning diameter.

The 2021 Nissan Armada offered practicality and functionality for families, with standard running boards and in-cabin handles for easy access. The interior featured a 12.3-inch touchscreen, power-adjustable front seats, and optional second-row captain’s chairs. Cargo space was 16.5 cubic feet behind the third row, expanding to 2,692 litres with all seats folded. However, the high load floor made loading difficult for petite individuals. Small-item storage was limited, with a deep centre console bin as the exception.

The 2022 Nissan Rogue provided smart storage solutions, including bottle holders, cupholders, and various cubbies. The second-row seat was a 60/40 split reclining bench, and the cargo area offered up to 1,033 litres of space, expanding to 2,098 litres with the second row folded. The Rogue's interior was designed for convenience, with multiple charging ports and a wireless charging pad.

The 2021 Nissan Armada featured a 12.3-inch infotainment touchscreen, navigation, a 13-speaker Bose stereo, and wireless Apple CarPlay. The Platinum trim offered a rearview camera mirror and rear-seat entertainment system. The analog tachometer and speedometer were complemented by a functional steering wheel with limited controls.

The 2022 Nissan Rogue's technology included a 12.3-inch digital instrument panel, a 9-inch infotainment touchscreen, and a 10.8-inch head-up display. ProPilot Assist with Navi-Link was available, integrating navigation for predictive speed control. The Rogue also featured Nissan’s Intelligent Key for keyless entry and wireless Apple CarPlay on upper trims.

The 2021 Nissan Armada came with Nissan Safety Shield 360, including automatic emergency braking, blind-spot warning, and lane departure warning. It lacked advanced driving assist technologies like ProPilot Assist. The NHTSA gave it a three-star rollover rating.

The 2022 Nissan Rogue featured Safety Shield 360 across all trims, with additional safety features like blind spot intervention and traffic sign recognition. ProPilot Assist offered Level 2 driver-assist capabilities, and the Rogue received a four-star overall safety rating from the NHTSA and a Top Safety Pick+ from the IIHS.