2026 Nissan Armada buyer's guide
What’s New for 2026
Entering its second year on the all-new platform shared with the global Nissan Patrol, the 2026 Armada adds the first-ever NISMO performance grade and enhances the off-road-focused PRO-4X.
- First-ever Armada NISMO – 460 hp (on premium fuel), NISMO-tuned adaptive air suspension, sport exhaust, NISMO-forged 22-inch wheels, exclusive body kit, and charcoal quilted leather interior with red accents.
- PRO-4X captain’s chairs now available – The off-road grade can now be optionally equipped with second-row captain’s chairs for 7-passenger seating.
- NISMO builds on the SL grade – Includes all SL content plus functional performance enhancements and NISMO-specific design elements inside and out.
- Nissan-first Klipsch® 12-speaker audio – Available premium audio system with Active Sound Enhancement and 600 watts across 12 channels.
Trim Levels & Pricing
All trims share a twin-turbocharged 3.5-liter V6 (425 hp standard; 460 hp NISMO), 9-speed automatic, and Nissan Safety Shield® 360. RWD standard on SV/SL/Platinum/Platinum Reserve; 4WD available. PRO-4X and NISMO are 4WD only. Destination & handling adds $2,190.
Armada SV
$58,840
$61,030 w/ D&H (4x2)
The entry point delivers strong standard content. Available in 4x2 ($58,840) and 4x4 ($61,840).
- 425 hp / 516 lb-ft twin-turbo 3.5L V6 with 9-speed automatic
- 18-inch alloy wheels with 265/70R18 all-season tires
- 8-passenger seating with leatherette appointments
- 12.3-inch Advanced Drive-Assist Display + 12.3-inch NissanConnect touchscreen
- Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, SiriusXM satellite radio
- 6-speaker audio system
- Tri-zone automatic temperature control with rear vents
- 8-way power driver’s seat, 4-way power passenger seat
- ProPILOT Assist, front & rear sonar sensors, RearView Monitor
- Nissan Safety Shield 360 (AEB, BSW, LDW, RCTA, and more)
- Manual liftgate with auto-close, raised roof rails
- Fullsize spare tire, Class IV tow hitch (8,500 lb capacity)
Captain’s Chair Seat Package (+$750): Second-row captain’s chairs with center console (7-passenger).
Armada SL
$63,530
$65,720 w/ D&H (4x2)
Steps up comfort and tech significantly. Available in 4x2 ($63,530) and 4x4 ($66,530).
- 20-inch machined and painted alloy wheels with 275/60R20 all-season tires
- TailorFit™ appointments with heated front seats
- 10-way power driver’s seat with lumbar, 6-way power passenger with lumbar
- 14.3-inch NissanConnect touchscreen with Google built-in (Google Assistant, Maps, Play Store)
- Klipsch® 12-speaker premium audio (600W, 12 channels) with Active Sound Enhancement
- In-car 5G Wi-Fi hotspot, wireless phone charging, Amazon Alexa
- HD Enhanced Intelligent Around View Monitor with Moving Object Detection
- Invisible Hood View and Front Wide View cameras
- Trailer Back-Up Assist, heated steering wheel, memory driver’s seat
- ProPILOT Assist 1.1, 120-volt cargo area power outlet
- Power second-row and third-row folding, EZ FLEX one-touch release
- Aluminum pedals, heated and power-folding mirrors
ProPILOT Assist 2.1 (+$3,370): Hands-off freeway driving with ProPILOT mode ambient lighting and head-up display.
Captain’s Chair Seat Package (+$750): Second-row captain’s chairs with center console (7-passenger).
Armada Platinum
$70,490
$72,680 w/ D&H (4x2)
Luxury-focused grade with premium comfort. Available in 4x2 ($70,490) and 4x4 ($73,490).
- 20-inch machined and painted alloy wheels with 275/60R20 all-season tires
- Quilted leather-appointed seating
- 12-way power driver’s & passenger seats with 4-way lumbar
- Heated & ventilated front seats, heated steering wheel
- 14.3-inch dual displays (driver + center)
- Dual panoramic moonroof
- 3D Intelligent Around View Monitor, Intelligent Rear View Mirror
- Motion-activated power liftgate with position memory
- LED fog lights, ambient lighting with multicolor illumination
- Biometric Cooling, In-Car Camera, Intelligent Dash Cam
- Homelink Universal Garage Door Opener
- Door pocket LED lighting, heated wiper park
ProPILOT Assist 2.1 (+$3,300): Hands-off freeway driving with ambient lighting and head-up display.
Split-Bench Seat Package (no charge): 40/20/40 split second-row bench for 8-passenger seating.
Armada PRO-4X
$74,300
$76,490 w/ D&H (4x4 only)
Nissan’s most capable off-road Armada ever. 4WD only with dedicated off-road hardware:
- Adaptive Electronic Air Suspension – adjustable ride height up to 11.6″ ground clearance
- 20-inch PRO-4X wheels with 275/60R20 all-terrain tires
- Electronic locking rear differential
- Eight selectable drive modes with Hill Descent Control
- Underbody metal skid plates, increased approach angle (30–33°)
- PRO-4X unique front fascia with functional Lava Red tow hooks
- Black fender flares, black-painted roof rails, Lava Red D-pillar finisher
- Off-road information display with Suspension Stroke Indicator
- Unique leather appointments with quilted insert and stitching
- 10-way power driver & 6-way power passenger with lumbar
- LED fog lights, rear LED light bar, heated front seats
- Integrated Trailer Brake Controller
PRO-4X Premium Package (+$2,780): 12-way power driver & passenger seats with ventilation, heated second-row seats, panoramic moonroof, Intelligent Dash Cam, Biometric Cooling, Intelligent Rear View Mirror, Homelink UGDO, motion-activated liftgate. Available with captain’s chairs or split bench.
Armada NISMO
$79,530
$81,720 w/ D&H (4x4 only)
The first-ever Armada NISMO. A performance-focused full-size SUV with hand-inspected engine tuning. 4WD only, premium fuel required:
- 460 hp / 516 lb-ft – 35-hp increase via revised engine programming, valve clearances, and freer-flowing exhaust (premium fuel required)
- NISMO-forged 22-inch alloy wheels with 275/50R22 high-performance all-season tires
- NISMO-tuned Adaptive Electronic Air Suspension
- NISMO-tuned electric power steering
- Sports-tuned exhaust with Active Sound Enhancement
- NISMO-exclusive front & rear fascias, grille, fender flares, rear spoiler, side steps
- Charcoal quilted leather appointments with red accents, NISMO suede inserts
- Adjustable front seat side bolsters, 12-way power seats with 4-way lumbar
- Second-row captain’s chairs (standard), 7-passenger
- LED fog lights, aluminum pedals, multicolor ambient lighting
- Five available paint colors including NISMO-exclusive Stealth Gray
- Integrated Trailer Brake Controller, motion-activated liftgate
ProPILOT Assist 2.1 (+$2,900): Hands-off freeway driving with ProPILOT mode ambient lighting.
Armada Platinum Reserve
$77,550
$79,740 w/ D&H (4x2)
The ultimate luxury Armada. Available in 4x2 ($77,550) and 4x4 ($80,550).
- 22-inch machined and painted alloy wheels with 275/50R22 all-season tires
- Adaptive Electronic Air Suspension – up to 11.6″ max ground clearance
- Massaging front seats, heated & ventilated front seats, heated second-row seats
- Biometric Cooling system
- Quilted leather-appointed seating with unique stitching
- Leather-wrapped heated steering wheel with memory
- Rear LED light bar, body-color running boards, puddle lamps
- Second-row captain’s chairs (standard), 7-passenger
- 3D Intelligent Around View Monitor, Intelligent Rear View Mirror
- Multicolor ambient lighting, door pocket LED lighting
- Homelink UGDO, motion-activated liftgate with position memory
- Integrated Trailer Brake Controller, In-Car Camera, Intelligent Dash Cam
ProPILOT Assist 2.1 (+$2,900): Hands-off freeway driving with ProPILOT mode ambient lighting.
Complete Pricing Summary
| Model / Trim | Drivetrain | MSRP | MSRP + D&H |
|---|---|---|---|
| Armada SV | 4x2 | $58,840 | $61,030 |
| Armada SV | 4x4 | $61,840 | $64,030 |
| Armada SL | 4x2 | $63,530 | $65,720 |
| Armada SL | 4x4 | $66,530 | $68,720 |
| Armada Platinum | 4x2 | $70,490 | $72,680 |
| Armada Platinum | 4x4 | $73,490 | $75,680 |
| Armada PRO-4X | 4x4 | $74,300 | $76,490 |
| Armada Platinum Reserve | 4x2 | $77,550 | $79,740 |
| Armada NISMO | 4x4 | $79,530 | $81,720 |
| Armada Platinum Reserve | 4x4 | $80,550 | $82,740 |
D&H = Destination & Handling ($2,190). Excludes tax, title, and license. Paint options: Premium Paint +$450; Super Premium Paint +$750; Two-tone Paint +$1,000; Two-tone with Premium Paint +$1,450; Two-tone with Super Premium Paint +$1,750.
Available Colors
The 2026 Armada offers up to 13 exterior colors including solid, premium, super premium, and two-tone options. Availability varies by trim and paint tier. NISMO is limited to five colors including the exclusive Stealth Gray.
Super Black
Alpine Metallic
Gun Metallic
Brilliant Silver Metallic
Deep Ocean Blue Pearl
Coulis Red Pearl
Everest White Pearl TriCoat (+$750)
Aspen White TriCoat (+$750)
Two-tone options pair body colors with a Super Black roof for an additional $1,000–$1,750 depending on base paint tier. NISMO-exclusive Stealth Gray available only on the NISMO grade.
Key Specifications
| Category | Specification |
|---|---|
| Engine | 3.5L Twin-Turbo DOHC V6 (VR35DDTT), direct injection, aluminum block/heads |
| Horsepower | 425 hp @ 5,600 rpm (NISMO: 460 hp @ 5,600 rpm on premium fuel) |
| Torque | 516 lb-ft @ 3,600 rpm (all trims) |
| Transmission | 9-speed automatic with paddle shifters |
| Drivetrain | RWD standard (SV/SL/Platinum/Plat. Reserve); 4WD available. PRO-4X & NISMO: 4WD only |
| Required Fuel | Regular unleaded (NISMO: Premium required; Premium recommended on other trims) |
| Fuel Economy (4WD) | 16 city / 19 hwy / 17 combined (PRO-4X: 15/18/16; NISMO: 16/19/17) |
| Fuel Tank | 23.6 gallons |
| Body Construction | Body-on-frame, high-strength steel |
| Wheelbase | 121.1 inches |
| Overall Length | 209.6 in (PRO-4X/NISMO: 210.9 in) |
| Overall Width | 79.9 in (without mirrors) |
| Overall Height | 76.6–78.0 in (varies by trim and suspension) |
| Ground Clearance | 9.6–9.9 in standard; up to 11.6 in max with air suspension (PRO-4X/Plat. Reserve) |
| Approach / Departure | 23–33° / 22–25.5° (varies by trim; PRO-4X best at 30–33° approach) |
| Max Towing Capacity | 8,500 lbs (850 lb tongue weight) |
| Seating Capacity | 8 passengers (7 with captain’s chairs) |
| Cargo Volume | 20.4 / 56.3 / 97.1 cu ft (behind 3rd row / 3rd folded / 2nd & 3rd folded) |
| Headroom (F/R2/R3) | 40.8 / 40.0 / 36.2 in (without moonroof) |
| Legroom (F/R2/R3) | 43.8 / 39.2 / 32.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 5,676 lbs (SV 4x2) to 6,116 lbs (Plat. Reserve 4x4); NISMO: 6,102 lbs |
| Brakes | Front: twin-piston vented disc (13.78″); Rear: single-piston vented disc (13.78″); brake-by-wire |
| Suspension | Independent double wishbone front & rear; coil springs standard; Adaptive Electronic Air Suspension on PRO-4X, NISMO, Platinum Reserve |
Safety & Driver Assist
Standard on All Trims (Nissan Safety Shield® 360)
- ✓ Intelligent Forward Collision Warning
- ✓ Automatic Emergency Braking with Pedestrian Detection
- ✓ Blind Spot Warning
- ✓ Intelligent Blind Spot Intervention
- ✓ Lane Departure Warning & Prevention
- ✓ Intelligent Lane Intervention
- ✓ Rear Automatic Braking
- ✓ Rear Cross Traffic Alert
- ✓ Trailer Blind Spot Warning
- ✓ Trailer Sway Control
- ✓ Hill Start Assist
- ✓ Intelligent Driver Alertness
- ✓ Traffic Sign Recognition
- ✓ Rear Door Alert
Available Driver Assist Features
- ✓ ProPILOT Assist (SV standard)
- ✓ ProPILOT Assist 1.1 (SL and above standard)
- ✓ ProPILOT Assist 2.1 with hands-off freeway driving (available SL, Platinum, NISMO, Plat. Reserve)
- ✓ Trailer Back-Up Assist (SL and above)
- ✓ Hill Descent Control (4WD models)
- ✓ HD Intelligent Around View Monitor (SL)
- ✓ 3D Intelligent Around View Monitor (Platinum and above)
- ✓ Invisible Hood View & Front Wide View (SL and above)
- ✓ Intelligent Rear View Mirror (Platinum and above)
- ✓ Intelligent Dash Cam & In-Car Camera (Platinum and above)
- ✓ Head-Up Display (available with ProPILOT 2.1 package)
Connected Services & Warranty
NissanConnect Services (SV/SL base): Hybrid Radio, SiriusXM 360L, myQ Connected Garage integration. Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto standard on all trims.
Google Built-in (SL and above): Google Assistant, Google Maps, Google Play Store, Nissan Door-to-Door Connected Navigation, Amazon Alexa Built-in, in-car 5G Wi-Fi hotspot.
Audio Systems: 6-speaker standard on SV; Klipsch® 12-speaker premium system (600W, 12 channels) with Active Sound Enhancement standard SL and above – a Nissan-first.
Warranty: 3-year / 36,000-mile basic; 5-year / 60,000-mile powertrain; 24-hour roadside assistance.
Shopping Tips
Best value upgrade: The SL at $63,530 (4x2) is a massive step up—adding 20-inch wheels, the 14.3-inch display with Google built-in, Klipsch premium audio, 5G Wi-Fi, heated seats, memory seat, Trailer Back-Up Assist, and the enhanced Around View Monitor. That’s a lot of tech for $4,690 over the SV.
For towing & off-road: The PRO-4X at $74,300 is the clear choice with air suspension (up to 11.6″ clearance), electronic locking diff, skid plates, all-terrain tires, and the Integrated Trailer Brake Controller. The $2,780 Premium Package adds climate seats, panoramic roof, and the Intelligent Dash Cam.
For performance enthusiasts: The NISMO at $79,530 is unique in this segment—460 hp, sport-tuned suspension and steering, forged 22-inch wheels, and hand-inspected engine tuning. Premium fuel is required (not just recommended).
For maximum luxury: The Platinum Reserve at $77,550 (4x2) offers massaging front seats, heated second-row seats, Biometric Cooling, air suspension, and 22-inch wheels. Adding 4WD brings the total to $80,550, making it the priciest Armada.
Fuel economy note: All non-NISMO trims run on regular unleaded (premium recommended). Expect 16–18 mpg combined across the lineup. The 23.6-gallon tank provides roughly 370–400 miles of range depending on driving conditions.
Consider 4WD carefully: 4WD adds $3,000 to SV/SL/Platinum/Platinum Reserve. PRO-4X and NISMO are 4WD-only. If you don’t need the traction, 2WD models save money and deliver slightly better fuel economy (18 mpg combined vs. 17).
Competitive Set
The 2026 Armada competes with other full-size body-on-frame SUVs:
Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban • GMC Yukon / Yukon XL • Ford Expedition / Expedition Max • Toyota Sequoia • Jeep Wagoneer • Lincoln Navigator
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