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16 MPG SV5.6L V8 Gas400 hp @ 5800 rpm7-Speed Automatic4X4
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16 MPG SL5.6L V8 Gas400 hp @ 5800 rpm7-Speed Automatic4X4
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16 MPG Midnight Edition5.6L V8 Gas400 hp @ 5800 rpm7-Speed Automatic4X4
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16 MPG Platinum5.6L V8 Gas400 hp @ 5800 rpm7-Speed Automatic4X4
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2022 Nissan Armada Performance
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All Armadas are equipped with a naturally-aspirated 5.6-liter V8 engine producing 400 hp and 413 lb-ft of torque. All trim levels are available with rear-wheel drive (4x2) or as a 4x4 with high and low range. Unfortunately, the Armada isn't equipped with many advanced off-roading features. Nissan doesn't provide 0 to 60 mph or top speed figures because it's completely irrelevant. If you must know, the less powerful, pre-facelift Armada could hit 60 in under six seconds according to independent tests, so it's certainly fast enough. We can tell you that despite the weight penalty, the Armada gets up to speed with vigor. It's kind of like watching an NFL lineman running the 40-yard dash; unexpected yet impressive. It can also cruise at the top legal speed all day long, but you can hear it guzzling down gas at a rapid rate. Nissan claims a towing capacity of 8,500 lbs across the range which is strong but not class-leading for the category. Trailer Sway Control is standard from the SL upwards, while Trailer Brake Control is standard from SV upwards. The Nissan beats the Toyota Sequoia by a good 1,100 lbs. That figure will matter to the towing crowd, as it's the difference between leaving the jet ski at home or dragging it along on the family vacation.2022 Armada Performance Photos
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As mentioned, the old-school 5.6-liter received a power boost last year. It's nowhere near enough to notice, but the 400 hp and 413 lb-ft outputs are good for the segment, although there are more powerful rivals to choose from. These big V8 lumps tend to provide more grunt at lower rpm, but the Armada's 413 lb-ft only arrives at 4,000 rpm. The Armada never feels slow or hesitant, but you can't help but glance over at the power output of the new Toyota Land Cruiser and its twin-turbo V6. It produces 479 lb-ft of torque. We know the new Land Cruiser isn't available in the US, but the engine will end up in the new Lexus LX and possibly other models in the future. The seven-speed automatic gearbox is equally old-school, but it's still modern enough to not be annoying. It's a bit lazy to kick down, but the car hurls forward accompanied by a faint V8 burble when it does. Most manufacturers engineer large luxury SUVs to be sensory deprivation tanks, and Nissan does the same. The cabin does allow some of that satisfying V8 noise to siphon in when you push it hard, which is somewhat gratifying. It somehow makes the fuel bills less damaging to the soul.2022 Nissan Armada Performance Specs
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16 MPG SV5.6L V8 Gas400 hp @ 5800 rpm7-Speed Automatic4X4
RWD15 MPG
16 MPG SL5.6L V8 Gas400 hp @ 5800 rpm7-Speed Automatic4X4
RWD15 MPG
16 MPG Midnight Edition5.6L V8 Gas400 hp @ 5800 rpm7-Speed Automatic4X4
RWD15 MPG
16 MPG Platinum5.6L V8 Gas400 hp @ 5800 rpm7-Speed Automatic4X4
RWD15 MPG
16 MPG