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The 2026 Nissan Sentra looks and feels bigger. What remains is its value pricing that starts well under $25k. Design updates give it more of a coupe-like stance as added tech and trim elements make a notable difference, announcing its 9th generation. The SR unique styling and handling characteristics remind buyers that low-ball sedans can have an attitude.

Nissan is showing off this customized Armada SUV at the 2025 SEMA Show. The build transforms the full-size SUV into a desert-conquering support rig inspired by the Nissan Patrol’s racing heritage. Based on the PRO-4X, it gets a custom long-travel CJD Racing suspension with 16 inches of travel, 37-inch Yokohama Geolandar tires, and prototype NISMO beadlock wheels.

We were never big fans of the Nissan Murano thanks to its peculiar exterior design. But the latest Murano is new from top to bottom, with crisp, modern looks outside and in. The mid-size crossover offers a smooth, quiet, and comfortable ride with up-to-date technology. It its Platinum trim, it sports a cushy cabin that’s as spiffy as more expensive luxury vehicles.

Nissan and Roush Performance teamed up to create the 2026 Frontier PRO-4X R, a midsize off-road pickup with big upgrades. The $47,960 truck packs Roush x Öhlins 2-inch remote-reservoir shocks, a lift kit, Roush upper control arms, 17″ titanium-accented wheels, and signature “R” badging. The 310 hp V6 stays stock, but style and capability get a boost.

We didn’t have a NISMO version of Nissan’s full-size Armada SUV on our bingo cards, but we dig the idea. The 2026 Armada NISMO cranks out 460 hp from its twin-turbo V6, and has louder exhaust, performance tuned steering and air suspension. Visual upgrades include a special front and rear fascia, grille, side steps, rear spoiler, with red brake caliper covers.

Redesigned from top-to-bottom for 2025, the Nissan Kicks has a bold and dynamic new look. Its design is sharp outside and in, with more space and a modern new dashboard with the latest technology. While it’s not going to break any performance records, the new Kicks is proof positive that an entry-level vehicle can balance personality with practicality.

Nissan Design America teamed up with master chef Hiroyuki Terada to create this elegant handcrafted sushi knife from Japanese knifemaker Satoshi Kiryu. Its sleek, katana-like design was inspired by the Nissan 240Z and its modern descendant, the Z NISMO. It features a razor-sharp 210mm double-beveled blade, curved to reflect the sport’s car’s profile.

Are you looking for a three-row SUV that can shuttle the kids to school and also take them on weekend adventures? The 2025 Nissan Pathfinder Rock Creek takes Nissan’s substantial family SUV and cranks up the fun factor, offering extra capability and attitude for those who like to wander off the beaten path.

The 2025 Nissan Armada is new from head to toe. The 3-row SUV will come in five trims, including a rugged new PRO-4X and a luxury Platinum Reserve. It’s powered by a 3.5L twin-turbo V6 with 425 hp and 516 lb-ft. of torque and can tow 8,500 lb. It has a refined new interior offering the latest tech, such as dual 14.3″ screens, Google built-in, and more.

Our friend Tim Esterdahl from Pickup Truck +SUV Talk took a 180-mile road trip in the all-electric 2024 Nissan Ariya. He had a lot of ground to cover in the Ariya, facing the battery-busting trifecta of cold weather, high speeds, and elevation gains. You can see the stress on his face as he shares his experiences. But was his range anxiety justified?

The current-gen Nissan Z is the best it’s ever been – with great power, crisp handling, and slick modern looks that pay homage to Nissan’s classic sports cars. For the ultimate Z car, you’ll want the Z NISMO, which provides faster acceleration, stiffer suspension, aerodynamic enhancements, and other goodies that make the Z more track-ready than ever.

Sporty might not be the first word that pops into your head when you think of the Nissan Altima, but the 2.0 SR model surpassed our expectations. The top-of-the-heap for Nissan’s mid-size sedan has a zippy turbocharged engine, a performance-tuned suspension, and sport wheels. It’s no supercar, but we came away entertained after a week behind the wheel.

Adventurers Chris and Julie Ramsey drove a Nissan Ariya EV from the North Pole to Antarctica. The crossover covered about 30,000 km over ten months, with its only major modification being jumbo 39-inch tires to help it traverse extreme terrain. The duo relied on a mix of public charging infrastructure and a support team in remote locations to recharge the EV.

The Nissan Ariya NISMO is faster than the already zippy Ariya e-4ORCE models. Its electric 4WD system makes up to 429 hp and 442 lb-ft. of torque with its 91 kWh battery pack. It’s tricked out with aerodynamic upgrades, a sport-tuned chassis, 20-inch aluminum wheels, and a microsuede interior. Coming to Japan in Spring 2024, but no U.S. release date yet.

The current-generation Nissan GT-R (R35) has been around for quite some time now, but it’s still a fantastic sports car. The 2023 GT-R is as fun to drive and attention-grabbing as ever. Other vehicles may have surpassed the GT-R’s specs and tech, but Godzilla can still hold its own in a straight line or a curve and makes anyone look like a pro driver.

Nissan takes its potent Z sports coupe and gives it the NISMO performance treatment. The 2024 Z NISMO has seen its 3.0L twin-turbo engine tuned to make 420 hp and gets upgrades to its brakes, suspension, aerodynamics, transmission, plus track-friendly tires. Inside, you’ll find Recaro seats with leather and Alcantara with a red center.