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A $50K SUV that only works on clear sunny days
Robert Chaves, Cincinnati, OH, 07/19/2018
updated 01/21/2020
Nissan Armada Platinum 4dr SUV 4WD (5.6L 8cyl 7A)
11 of 15 people found this review helpful
Let me say I really wanted to like this car. I had high hopes for it. I traded a Chevy Tahoe for my 2017 Amada Platinum 4WD and I initially loved it untill it rained and snowed. The problem is that the car has a ton of electronic safety features but they are too sensitive so when it rains heavily or when it snows and you get a small snow flake on your bumper, the front bumper sonar report a "front radar obstruction" issue which the car interprets as you being close to crashing with something so you get uncontrollable beeping that can only be stopped by turning off the sonar from the central console. One additional quirk is that every time this happens, all your radio presents for FM 2 or XM 2 & 3 (there are three sets of presets) will be lost for 24 hours. After roughly 24 hours, the presents often (not always) come back. I've taken the car into service twice for this and brought them video (I've filmed the driver's console during a rain storm showing it showing the "front radar obstruction" error during a rain storm) and the dealer has returned it both times stating it is working as expected. Thus, this is a $50K car that apparently was manufactured to work only in clear sunny days.
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John Larsen, Odenville, AL, 01/19/2017
updated 07/25/2023
Nissan Armada Platinum 4dr SUV 4WD (5.6L 8cyl 7A)
8 of 11 people found this review helpful
Running well. No problems. During first year had to replace battery at my expense and had to tow the vehicle twice before Nissan replaced the brake switch which kept it from starting. I did get reimbursed for towing. Then had to leave it overnight for repair of slow oil leak apparently there since manufacture.
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We love our Armada.
JRA, Carlsbad, CA, 12/16/2016
updated 06/16/2017
Nissan Armada Platinum 4dr SUV 4WD (5.6L 8cyl 7A)
18 of 27 people found this review helpful
If your reading this review, your likely considering the 2017 Armada. I've long been impressed with the looks and performance of the QX56/80 and when Nissan first released the very similar redesigned Armada, I immediately wanted one. After reading the "expert" reviews, I decided to pull the trigger and purchase a 2017 Black on Black Platinum 4WD. My new Armada is absolutely beautiful and is the envy of our friends. I found it a little odd that I was filling up so freequently but have gotten used to the fact that this beast is just a gas hog. As it stands, we are only getting about 220-260 miles per tank. The freequency of fill ups is excessive and inconvenient. When driving the vehicle, the ride is nice and pleasant. The steering is a little sloppy and steering wheel feedback is lacking. The wheel turns too easily and doesn't return to the neutral position with enough force. A couple additional items to note, the USB port in the front center console charges at a Very slow rate. It's so slow that it barely keeps your phone from discharging while plugged in. Interior lighting is adequate however, it's very surprising to find that LED bulbs are nowhere to be found. The Bose sound system is also very underwhelming. There are very limited adjustments available which include basic Bass, Trebble, fader and balance only. Overall, we are very pleased with the 2nd Gen Armada and proud to arrive in style. **I highly recommend getting the available software update. This has helped with acceleration and shifting issues.
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Lee Neill, Ashburn, VA, 04/10/2017
Nissan Armada Platinum 4dr SUV 4WD (5.6L 8cyl 7A)
4 of 5 people found this review helpful
Great suv
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Not worth the money
S.L., Mountain View, CA, 08/04/2018
updated 04/24/2020
Nissan Armada Platinum 4dr SUV 4WD (5.6L 8cyl 7A)
12 of 21 people found this review helpful
I bought this vehicle because as a previous Nissan owner I had a high confidence level in quality and performance. The 2017 Nissan armada platinum has been a disappointment. In just at a year of ownership the battery has had to be replaced, the key fob batteries have been replaced and still give me issues on opening the vehicle and using g for ignition, the engine has had to be re programmed the transmission had issues with pulling while shifting hears so it had to be re programmed the USB ports encasement was not properly built in the abs system has been replaced and now the ADAS system has been replaced. In all honesty the vehicle has been seen for the same issue (while driving I get. Amessage with all icons on. The dash board lit that I need to pull over stop and turn off the vehicle and restart it. Only to find the vehicle will not re start) this issue is still exists y and no one knows how to fix it because they can't re-create the issue. Nissan of San Marcos has been no help and Nissan One has been even worse at at least trying to find a resolution. I highly recommend if you are considering an armada I urge you. RECONSIDER!!!
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