Used 2012 Nissan Armada Consumer Reviews
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We have a limited number of reviews for the 2012 Armada, so we've included reviews for other years of the Armada since its last redesign.
Great SUV
James, 03/09/2016
updated 09/10/2018
2010 Nissan Armada SE 4dr SUV (5.6L 8cyl 5A)
50 of 57 people found this review helpful
I bought this car used, a 2010, with 85000 miles. I went from only owning Lexus vehicles, to this one, and I have to say, I love it - it's perfect. People complain about mileage, but it's a big car, so it is expected to be poor. I average around 14 to 15 MPG overall. Summer its higher, winter it's lower. I traded in a Lexus RX because I wanted something with 3 rows of seats, with a third row that is actually usable. I looked at the Ford Expedition, Suburban, and Yukon, and none of them seemed to have a third row that anyone over the age of 5 could fit into. People note this car rides similar to a truck - and that's because it is one. That said, I think it rides very well, and is responsive for such a big vehicle. Moreover, the Armada is fast - much faster than you would expect. There is ample room for 2nd row passengers, and tons of cargo storage throughout. I have the Platinum version with bucket second row seats - so there is a console between the two seats. DVD entertainment works well. Heated steering wheel is awesome in the winter. In fact, I towed out a Ford F250 this winter that found itself stuck in the snow - and did it with great ease. As a whole, I would totally recommend this vehicle. It's great for family, or to fold down all the seats for hauling stuff. Tows 9100 lbs - more than any truck in it's class. I haven't had it long enough to rate reliability, but so far, it's been great - no problems. Update 9/8/18 I now have 145000 miles and would still completely recommend this truck. I have had no major issues with it, and still love it just as much as I did when I first bought it.
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2011 Armada SL
matthans, 01/17/2012
2011 Nissan Armada SL 4dr SUV 4WD (5.6L 8cyl 5A)
17 of 19 people found this review helpful
I did a lot of research before buying this vehicle. Bang for your buck you cant find a better large SUV. I went from a Nissan Pathfinder to this Armada because we wanted more room. My wife loves driving it because it sits up high and feels very safe with the kids. Our insurance went down $15/mo because of the size too. Gas mileage isn't good (12-13) no matter how I drive it. Its just a tank, but manuevers very easy. With two young kids and a large dog this truck was everything we wanted and more.
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Major Maintenance
Gathers, 08/18/2020
2012 Nissan Armada Platinum 4dr SUV (5.6L 8cyl 5A)
12 of 13 people found this review helpful
It seems that for a vehicle 8 years old, a lot of major maintenance is required. Have had to replace transmission, heat box, condenser, compressor and found out today the starter is going out. Would have never thought for a vehicle with 128,000 miles and 8 years old all this would be replaced. Moonroof has not worked more than it’s worked. This model year was the last year before they changed the style, hopefully Nissan made a better vehicle mechanically.
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The Armada
Vanessa Tritten, 07/22/2016
2012 Nissan Armada Platinum 4dr SUV (5.6L 8cyl 5A)
12 of 13 people found this review helpful
Gas mileage is less than 18mpg
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Travel cruiser and student mover
DB, 03/25/2019
2010 Nissan Armada Platinum 4dr SUV 4WD (5.6L 8cyl 5A)
12 of 13 people found this review helpful
While ok for driving around town, the Armada was fantastic as a long distance cruiser, as a tow vehicle for our boat, and as a moving truck for our college students. You don’t buy this car for gas mileage or sporty driving. It’s a hauler for people and stuff. The car held up great since we bought it. The paint still looks fantastic and the interior is still in great shape. All the electronics are still working. We had a normal amount of maintenance beyond the warranty period - nothing outrageously expensive.
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