Nissan Armada 2003–2015 car dimensions: 5255 mm long, 2002 mm wide and 1976 mm high. Unladen weight is 2,274 kg. Braked towing is 4,128 kg.
The cabin seats eight with fold-flat second and third rows. Dual-zone automatic climate control is standard, with rear controls. Cruise control comes standard with steering-wheel switches. Rear proximity sensors are standard. front sensors appear on higher trims. A touchscreen navigation system is available or standard on upper grades after the mid-cycle update. RearView Monitor is available and standard on SL and Platinum models.
Cargo volume measures 20 cubic feet behind the third row. Folding the third row opens 56.7 cubic feet. With second and third rows folded flat the space reaches 97.1 cubic feet for large loads.
Maximum towing capacity reaches 9,100 pounds when properly equipped with the tow package, which includes a receiver hitch, wiring harness, trailer-brake pre-wiring, heavy-duty radiator and battery. Ratings vary by drivetrain and trim from 6,500 to 9,100 pounds. Automatic self-leveling rear air suspension is standard on SL and Platinum models to keep the vehicle level under load.
Payload capacity is approximately 1,453 pounds on tested examples, varying by configuration. The body-on-frame design and independent suspension support work and family hauling duties.
The cabin is large and comfortable with best-in-class second-row legroom and seating for up to eight. Higher trims add leather seats, dual-zone automatic climate control with rear controls, and power-adjustable pedals. An overhead console provides storage and lights, while fold-flat seats add versatility for family use.
Regular-grade fuel required.
Oil and filter change every 5,000 miles.
NHTSA frontal ratings 4 stars driver and 5 stars passenger on early models. rollover 3 stars.
Standard dual-stage front airbags, side-curtain airbags for all three rows, ABS with EBD and Brake Assist, VDC, TPMS, and rear sonar.
The 5.6-liter V8 runs on regular unleaded fuel, with some models offering FFV capability for E85. EPA estimates fall in the low teens city and high teens highway.
Follow the maintenance schedule with oil and filter service every 5,000 miles or six months. Spark plugs last to 105,000 miles. More frequent checks apply for off-road or towing use.
Standard safety kit includes advanced dual-stage front airbags with occupant sensor, roof-mounted curtains with rollover sensor covering all rows, front side airbags on many models, active head restraints, LATCH anchors, and Vehicle Dynamic Control. Early NHTSA frontal tests scored 4 stars for the driver and 5 for the passenger. later models carry a 3-star rollover rating and were not fully retested under updated protocols.
Keep the car with regular fluid top-offs, tire rotations, and inspections of brakes, belts, and suspension. The fully boxed frame and independent suspension support long-term durability when serviced on schedule.
Length 5255 mm, Width 2002 mm, Height 1976 mm, Wheelbase 3129 mm (Armada 2003–2015)
Sources: manufacturer data, Nissan 2004 Armada press kit and 2013 Armada specifications, autoevolution and Wikipedia.