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The Nissan Armada and Nissan Murano earned top segment honors in J.D. Power’s 2026 APEAL Study. The Armada tied for first place in the Large SUV category, while the Murano took top honors among Midsize SUVs. Based on owner feedback during their first 90 days of vehicle ownership, the study ranks vehicle appeal based on factors such as styling, seating comfort, technological usability, and overall performance.

 

Newsweek readers love giving feedback on automotive brands, and they did so for the 2026 model year. Nissan won top honors in seven Readers' Choice categories, showing the strength of a brand committed to customer satisfaction. Drivers certainly noticed in 2026.

 

The celebrated awards handed out by U.S. News & World Report are widely recognized by the public. Car manufacturers do not always build vehicles specifically to get mentioned on this ranking, but it is an obvious reflection of superb engineering when you do see them featured. This season, the Armada PRO-4X secured its place on the list, and Nissan's highly desired Rogue was also listed among the grand winners.

 

Already one of the top vehicles in its class, the Murano returns for 2026 with some key updates. Every trim level now comes standard with Intelligent All-Wheel Drive, which adapts to road conditions instantly. Nissan also offers ProPILOT Assist 2.1, a feature that provides advanced hands-off driving for a more relaxed experience.

 

The 2026 Nissan LEAF has been named a winner of the Car and Driver Editors’ Choice award. This latest model of the popular EV brings a longer range and faster charging times, as well as a more extensive list of standard features. With its striking crossover design and improved road manners, the LEAF is more attractive than ever before.

 

The 2026 Nissan Rogue continues to set a high standard for family vehicles, recently earning the 2025 IIHS TOP SAFETY PICK award. This recognition is due to its enhanced crash structure and updated restraint systems, which provide significant impact protection.

Nissan continues to make a name for itself by offering vehicles that strike the perfect balance between affordability and practicality. This was recently highlighted when three models—the Nissan Versa, Nissan Sentra, and Nissan Frontier S 4x2 King Cab—were featured on Cars.com’s 2025 Best Value New Cars list. Here’s a look at why these models stood out.

 

 The 2025 Nissan Sentra continues to set the standard, recently earning recognition as a Top Pick in the Small Car category by Consumer Reports. This compact sedan has earned praise for its ideal mix of comfort and performance. Let’s take a deeper look at the features that make the new Sentra a standout in its class.
 

The Nissan Ariya is one of the top electric vehicles in its class. The Nissan Ariya has earned recognition as Recurrent’s Best Pre-Owned EV of 2025, highlighting its exceptional build quality and impressive overall value. Here’s why Recurrent’s experts consider the Ariya a top contender in the electric vehicle market.
 

The Nissan Kicks is a dynamic addition to the lineup, making a strong impression in the automotive world. With its innovative design and cutting-edge safety features, it has earned the prestigious 2024 Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) Top Safety Pick award. While its bold styling turns heads, the Kicks is more than just eye-catching—it meets the IIHS's latest, more stringent safety standards, ensuring outstanding protection on today's roads.