The 2024 Nissan Armada is one of the more old-school full-size SUVs. While a few of its rivals, like the Ford Expedition, Toyota Sequoia, and Jeep Wagoneer, have made the switch to turbocharged 6-cylinder engines, the Armada soldiers on with a standard V8, giving it impressive towing muscle of up to 8,500 pounds. Although it may be a bit more old school than its rivals, the Armada is the most affordable SUV in its competitive class.
Borrowing a platform and engine from the Nissan Titan full-size pickup makes the Armada a 3-row SUV with truck-like capabilities. However, Nissan has confirmed that 2024 is the final model year for the Titan, which means this could be the last call for the V8-powered Armada. We may also see a turbo V6 under the hood next year.
Along with the aforementioned rivals from Ford, Jeep, and Toyota, the Nissan Armada competes with the Chevrolet Tahoe and GMC Yukon, which also keep the V8 faith.
What’s New:
The S trim has been dropped from the 2024 Nissan Armada lineup, which leaves the SV model as the new base trim.
Our Recommendation:
The extra luxuries and sub-$60,000 starting price make the SL trim our recommendation. It makes the Armada a more upscale SUV with leather seats, a power moonroof, a Bose premium audio system, extra safety tech, and optional second-row captain’s chairs.
Armada SV
Starts at $55,450 | See listings
- V8 with 400 horsepower and 413 lb-ft of torque
- 18-inch wheels
- LED headlights and fog lights
- Running boards
- 3-row seating
- Heated front seats
- Wireless charging pad
- NissanConnect infotainment system with 12.3-inch screen
- Android Auto/Wireless Apple CarPlay
- Nissan Safety Shield 360
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Armada SL
Starts at $59,270 | See listings
- 20-inch wheels
- Power liftgate
- Power moonroof
- Leather seats
- Memory driver’s seat, steering column, and mirrors
- Heated steering wheel
- Intelligent Around View Monitor
- Bose 13-speaker audio system
- Available second-row captain’s chairs
- Available Midnight Edition
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Armada Platinum
Starts at $67,520 | See listings
- 22-inch wheels
- Quilted leather seats
- Heated and cooled front seats
- Heated second-row seats
- Power-reclining, one-touch folding third-row seats
- Birdseye Maple wood-tone trim
- Intelligent Rear View Monitor
- Intelligent Back-Up Intervention
- Traffic sign recognition
- Rain-sensing wipers
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2024 Nissan Armada SV: $55,450
Now that the S trim is gone, the Armada SV is the new base model. The standard powertrain is a mighty 5.6-liter V8 rated at 400 hp and 413 lb-ft of torque. It’s mated to a 7-speed automatic transmission routing power to the rear wheels.
This 2024 Armada has an EPA fuel economy rating of 14 mpg city/19 mpg highway/16 mpg combined with rear-wheel drive. Upgrading to 4-wheel drive (a $3,000 option on every trim) knocks those numbers down to 13 mpg city/18 mpg highway/15 mpg combined.
Standard features in the Armada SV include auto-leveling rear suspension, 18-inch wheels, LED headlights and fog lights, running boards, 3-row seating, leatherette seats, heated front seats, a leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob, dual-zone automatic climate control, remote start, a universal garage door opener, and a wireless charging pad.
The NissanConnect infotainment system in the Armada has a 12.3-inch touchscreen, and it’s loaded with features like Android Auto, wireless Apple CarPlay, Alexa built-in, navigation, and SiriusXM.
The Nissan Safety Shield 360 safety tech suite bundles features like adaptive cruise control, driver alertness monitor, lane-keeping assist, forward and reverse automatic emergency braking, blind-spot monitoring, front/rear parking sensors, and automatic high beams.
The only factory option for the Armada SV is premium paint ($395). Aspen White TriCoat and Gun Metallic are this trim’s two premium paint options.
With the $1,895 destination fee, the 2024 Nissan Armada SV costs $57,345. On a 60-month loan with 5% financing and $0 down, the monthly payment comes to $1,082. See the 2024 Nissan Armada SV for sale near you
2024 Nissan Armada SV includes:
400-hp V8 — This muscular 5.6-liter V8 gives the Armada an impressive maximum tow rating of 8,500 pounds.
NissanConnect — The NissanConnect infotainment system in the Armada comes with a 12.3-inch screen, Android Auto, wireless Apple CarPlay, and navigation.
Nissan Safety Shield 360 — Standard safety tech features in the Armada include automatic emergency braking, lane-keeping assist, and adaptive cruise control.
2024 Nissan Armada SL: $59,270
The mid-range SL trim is easy to recommend because of its balance of features and value. It adds 20-inch wheels, a power liftgate, a power moonroof, auto-dimming mirrors with puddle lights, leather seats in the first and second rows, and memory for the driver’s seat, steering column, and mirrors. You also get a heated steering wheel, leather door trim, wood-tone interior trim, a 120-volt power outlet, an Intelligent Around View Monitor, and a Bose 13-speaker audio system.
The SL model is the only Armada model that offers the Midnight Edition Package ($1,990). This appearance package adds black exterior accents (including a stylish black grille), unique 20-inch, 12-spoke wheels, black interior trim, a black headliner, and “Midnight Edition” floor mats. To go with the moody look, Gun Metallic, Super Black, and Aspen White TriCoat are the only paint options available with the Midnight Edition.
One of our favorite aspects of the Armada SL is the availability of second-row captain’s chairs ($750), which come standard when you choose the Midnight Edition Package. These make the second row more comfortable and the third row easier to access. Also, Hermosa Blue Pearl is added as a no-cost paint option on this trim. 4-wheel drive remains a $3,000 option.
With the $1,895 destination fee, the 2024 Nissan Armada SL costs $61,165. On a 60-month loan with 5% financing and $0 down, the monthly payment comes to $1,154. See the 2024 Nissan Armada SL for sale near you
2024 Nissan Armada SL includes:
Available Midnight Edition — This dark appearance package brings a stylish and modern look to the Armada. Includes second-row captain’s chairs.
Power moonroof — This feature allows extra light into the vast interior of the Nissan Armada.
Leather seats — The Armada feels more like a luxury SUV in the SL trim, thanks largely to its standard leather seating.
2024 Nissan Armada Platinum: $67,520
The top Platinum trim makes the Nissan Armada a more budget-friendly alternative to luxury SUVs like the Cadillac Escalade and Lincoln Navigator.
Going with the top trim of the Armada gets you 22-inch wheels, vehicle speed-sensitive power steering, quilted leather seating in the first two rows, heated and cooled front seats, heated second-row outboard seats, and even a power-reclining, one-touch folding third-row seat. On top of that, you get attractive Birdseye Maple wood-tone trim, and even illuminated cup holders.
Additional safety tech exclusive to the Platinum trim includes an Intelligent Rear View Monitor, Intelligent Back-Up Intervention, traffic sign recognition, and rain-sensing wipers.
Premium paint remains a $395 option, and the handsome Coulis Red Metallic color is exclusive to the Platinum trim. The only other factory options for the Armada Platinum are 4-wheel drive ($3,000) and second-row captain’s chairs ($750).
With the $1,895 destination fee, the 2024 Nissan Armada Platinum costs $69,415. On a 60-month loan with 5% financing and $0 down, the monthly payment comes to $1,310. See the 2024 Nissan Armada Platinum for sale near you
2024 Nissan Armada Platinum includes:
Premium aesthetic — Twenty-two-inch wheels, tasteful use of chrome, and an exclusive red paint option give the Platinum trim a luxurious appearance.
Luxurious seating — The seats in the Armada Platinum are upgraded with quilted leather upholstery. The seats are heated and ventilated in front, and heated in the second row.
More safety tech — Safety features exclusive to the Armada Platinum include an Intelligent Rear View Monitor, traffic sign recognition, and rain-sensing wipers.
