2026 Nissan Armada: What's in stock, trim-level comparison, FAQ's.

    Updated 2026-06-04
    Quick Answer

    The Nissan Armada was fully redesigned for the 2025 model year. The headline change: a 3.5L twin-turbo V6 (about 425 hp / 516 lb-ft) replaces the previous-generation 5.6L V8, paired with a new 9-speed automatic on a body-on-frame platform shared with the Infiniti QX80. RWD is standard, 4WD is optional, and properly equipped tow rating reaches roughly 8,500 lb. Trims typically run SV, SL, Platinum and PRO-4X with 7- or 8-passenger seating; ProPILOT Assist 2.0 is available on higher trims.

    Nissan Armada Gallery2 photos

    2026 Nissan Armada PRO-4X in Super Black
    PRO-4XSuper Black
    2026 Nissan Armada Platinum Reserve in Everest White Pearl Tricoat
    Platinum ReserveEverest White Pearl Tricoat

    Highlights of the 2026 Nissan Armada

    7 highlights
    • Fully redesigned for 2025 on a new body-on-frame platform shared with the Infiniti QX80
    • 3.5L twin-turbo V6 producing approximately 425 hp and 516 lb-ft — replaces the previous 5.6L V8
    • 9-speed automatic transmission; RWD standard, 4WD available
    • Maximum tow rating of approximately 8,500 lb when properly equipped
    • 7- or 8-passenger seating depending on second-row configuration
    • ProPILOT Assist 2.0 available on higher trims with hands-off single-lane driving on compatible highways
    • Trim ladder typically includes SV, SL, Platinum and PRO-4X with available premium audio and quilted-leather interior on top trims

    Trim-Level Breakdown and Availability at Swope Nissan

    Compare available trim levels to find the right Nissan Armada for you. Pricing reflects current in-stock inventory.

    Compare trimsTrim2 trims · 2 in stockPRO-4X1 in stockPlatinum Reserve1 in stock
    Pricing
    Starting price$70,577$80,035
    Top price$70,577$80,035
    Powertrain
    Drivetrain4WD4WD
    Fuel optionsGasolineGasoline
    EngineV6, 3.5LV6, 3.5L
    MPG (city / hwy)15 / 1816 / 19
    Standard equipment — safety & driver assistance
    Auto high-beam headlights—
    Forward collision-avoidance
    Pedestrian & cyclist detection
    ProPILOT Assist
    Surround-view 360° camera
    Standard equipment — technology & infotainment
    Built-in navigation
    Color head-up display—
    In-vehicle Wi-Fi hotspot
    Push-button start with proximity key
    Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto
    Wireless Qi phone charger
    Standard equipment — comfort & convenience
    Dual-zone climate control—
    Hands-free smart power liftgate
    Heated 2nd-row seats—
    Heated front seats
    Heated steering wheel
    Remote engine start
    Ventilated front seats—
    Standard equipment — interior & exterior
    Leather seating
    Panoramic sunroof—

    Inside the Nissan Armada

    What's new for the redesigned Armada

    The 2025 Armada is a clean-sheet redesign — the first major overhaul of Nissan's full-size SUV in over a decade. The biggest mechanical change is under the hood: the long-running 5.6L naturally aspirated V8 is gone, replaced by a 3.5L twin-turbo V6 producing approximately 425 hp and 516 lb-ft. That is more horsepower and substantially more torque than the V8 it replaces, paired with a modern 9-speed automatic. The platform is shared with the redesigned Infiniti QX80, which means a stiffer body-on-frame chassis, a quieter cabin, modern driver-assist hardware and a thoroughly updated interior — and it carries forward into the 2026 model year.

    Trim ladder and tow story

    Trim structure typically runs SV (the value entry), SL (the volume comfort trim), Platinum / Platinum Reserve (the flagship luxury models with quilted leather and premium audio) and PRO-4X (the off-road-leaning 4WD trim with skid plates and a unique suspension tune). RWD is standard with 4WD optional. Properly equipped, the Armada tows up to approximately 8,500 lb — enough for a sizeable boat, a horse trailer or a mid-size travel trailer — and the twin-turbo V6's broad torque curve makes towing on grades noticeably easier than the outgoing V8 setup.

    How it stacks up vs Tahoe / Suburban / Sequoia / Wagoneer

    The Armada competes in the body-on-frame full-size SUV class against the Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban, Toyota Sequoia, Ford Expedition and Jeep Wagoneer. Its differentiators are the new twin-turbo V6 (more torque than most V8 rivals, no hybrid complexity), the QX80-shared platform that lifts cabin quality well above the previous generation, and a price point that typically undercuts the Wagoneer and loaded Sequoia / Expedition trims. Third-row space is competitive with the standard-wheelbase Tahoe and Sequoia; for maximum cargo behind the third row, the Suburban remains the segment leader.

    Pros and Cons

    Pros
    • Twin-turbo V6 makes more horsepower and torque than the outgoing V8 it replaces
    • Brand-new body-on-frame platform shared with Infiniti QX80 — major cabin and refinement upgrade
    • 9-speed automatic delivers smoother around-town driving than the previous 7-speed
    • Roughly 8,500-lb tow rating when properly equipped
    • ProPILOT Assist 2.0 available with hands-off highway driving on top trims
    • Genuine 7- or 8-passenger three-row seating with adult-usable second row
    • Price typically undercuts comparably equipped Wagoneer and loaded Sequoia / Expedition trims
    Cons
    • Twin-turbo V6 fuel economy still trails hybrid competitors (Sequoia i-FORCE MAX, Tahoe diesel)
    • No hybrid or electrified option in the Armada lineup
    • Cargo room behind the third row is competitive but trails the long-wheelbase Suburban
    • PRO-4X 4WD hardware is off-road-styled rather than serious low-range rock-crawling kit
    • Top Platinum / Reserve trims push pricing into Wagoneer / Expedition Platinum territory

    Who is the 2026 Nissan Armada best for?

    Three-row family with real towing

    If your weekend involves a Nolin Lake bass boat, a tandem-axle utility trailer or a mid-size camper headed to Rough River or Land Between the Lakes, the Armada's roughly 8,500-lb tow rating and twin-turbo V6 torque make it a serious tow vehicle that still seats 7 or 8 in comfort. The 9-speed automatic and stiffer platform make towing on I-65 grades calmer than the outgoing V8.

    Body-on-frame alternative to 3-row crossovers

    For Hardin County and central-Kentucky families who want truck-platform durability — gravel back roads, heavy hauling, long ownership cycles — the Armada gives you a body-on-frame chassis instead of the unibody crossover formula. It rides quieter than the previous generation thanks to the QX80-shared platform, and it doesn't carry the maintenance complexity of a hybrid powertrain.

    Off-pavement / 4WD weekender (PRO-4X)

    PRO-4X adds 4WD with a unique suspension tune, skid plates and styling cues aimed at trail and gravel-road duty. For LaRue County and Hart County buyers who run rural-county roads year-round, hunt the back side of Nolin Lake, or tow a camper to mixed-surface campsites, PRO-4X is the configuration that earns its keep.

    Flagship luxury (Platinum / Reserve)

    Platinum and the Reserve trim deliver the redesigned Armada's top-end cabin: quilted leather seating, premium audio, ProPILOT Assist 2.0 hands-off highway driving on compatible roads, and the most refined ride in the lineup. For buyers cross-shopping a Wagoneer or loaded Expedition Platinum, the Armada Platinum / Reserve typically lands at a meaningfully lower price.

    Why this matters around Elizabethtown

    Swope Nissan in Elizabethtown, Kentucky stocks the redesigned 2026 Armada for central-Kentucky three-row families and heavy-tow buyers — Elizabethtown, Radcliff, Bardstown and the south-Louisville suburbs. The Armada's twin-turbo V6 and ~8,500-lb tow rating fit the Nolin Lake / Rough River weekend pattern; Platinum and PRO-4X get the most attention on the local lot.

    New 2026 Nissan Armada Inventory at Swope NissanLive

    Current in-stock units at Swope Nissan in Elizabethtown, KY with full specifications, pricing, and direct links to each vehicle's detail page.

    Total in stock2vehicles
    Price range$70,577 – $80,035
    Available powertrainsGasoline
    Last syncedJun 4, 2026 · 10:36 PM
    Showing 2 of 2 vehicles.
    VINStock #YearMakeModelTrimBodyPriceVDPMileageExteriorInteriorEngineDriveTransmissionFuelNew/UsedCPOMPG CityMPG HwyCarfax 1-OwnerOptions
    JN8AY3DB4T9121449N264510502026NissanArmadaPRO-4XSport Utility$70,577VDP12Super BlackCHARCOALV6, 3.5L4WD9-speed automaticGasolineNewNo1518No
    58 features
    Apple CarPlay/Android Auto smart device wireless mirroringProPILOT Assist 1.1 hands-on cruise controlIntelligent Forward Collision Warning w/Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB)Automatic Emergency Braking with Pedestrian Detection (P-AEB)
    JN8AY3CC0T9230355N264510702026NissanArmadaPlatinum ReserveSport Utility$80,035VDP7Everest White Pearl TricoatChestnut w/RyeV6, 3.5L4WD9-speed automaticGasolineNewNo1619No
    65 features
    ProPILOT Assist 2.1Super Premium PaintCross BarsCarpeted Floor Mats with Captain Chairs

    Frequently Asked Questions about the 2026 Nissan Armada

    A 3.5L twin-turbo V6 producing approximately 425 hp and 516 lb-ft, paired to a 9-speed automatic. This replaces the previous-generation 5.6L naturally aspirated V8.
    Yes. RWD is standard and 4WD is optional across most trims. PRO-4X is the off-road-oriented 4WD trim with a unique suspension tune and skid plates.
    Up to approximately 8,500 lb when properly equipped — enough for a mid-size travel trailer, a sizeable boat or a horse trailer. Actual capacity depends on trim, drivetrain and tow-package configuration.
    7 or 8 passengers depending on the second-row configuration — captain's chairs give you 7 seats; a second-row bench gives you 8.
    A new body-on-frame platform shared with the redesigned Infiniti QX80. This platform brings a stiffer chassis, a quieter cabin, updated driver-assist hardware and a thoroughly modernized interior.
    Yes — ProPILOT Assist 2.0, with hands-off single-lane driving on compatible highways, is available on higher trims. It is not standard across the lineup; verify availability for the specific trim you are considering.
    Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard on most trims, paired with Nissan's updated infotainment system. Top trims add premium audio. Verify Google built-in availability on the specific trim.
    Platinum is the luxury flagship — quilted leather, premium audio, advanced driver-assist content and the most refined cabin. PRO-4X is the off-road-leaning 4WD trim with a unique suspension tune, skid plates and styling cues aimed at trail and gravel-road duty.
    EPA combined fuel economy varies by drivetrain. The twin-turbo V6 is broadly comparable to the outgoing V8 on the EPA cycle but delivers stronger torque. See fueleconomy.gov for the current model-year figures by configuration.
    Nissan's standard new-vehicle warranty: 3 years or 36,000 miles bumper-to-bumper and 5 years or 60,000 miles on the powertrain, whichever comes first.
    Swope Nissan keeps a curated selection of the redesigned 2026 Armada — typically a mix of SL, Platinum and PRO-4X configurations. See our live Armada inventory page for the current count and trim mix.
    Pricing varies by trim, drivetrain and options. Browse our Armada inventory page for current MSRP and Swope's selling price on each in-stock SUV, including any active Nissan incentives.
    Swope Nissan is in Elizabethtown, Kentucky, just off I-65 — convenient to Radcliff, Vine Grove, Bardstown and the south-Louisville suburbs.
    Yes. Use the Schedule Test Drive button on any Armada inventory listing, or contact our sales team directly to arrange a back-to-back test drive of multiple trims.
    Yes. Our service department employs factory-trained Nissan technicians using genuine OEM parts. New Armadas carry Nissan's 3-year/36,000-mile bumper-to-bumper and 5-year/60,000-mile powertrain warranties, and we follow Nissan's published maintenance intervals for oil changes, tire rotations, brake service, transmission service, 4WD-system inspections and twin-turbo V6 service.