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We have a limited number of reviews for the 2018 Armada, so we've included reviews for other years of the Armada since its last redesign.
Exceeding My Expectations
Sam, 11/04/2018
updated 05/09/2024
2018 Nissan Armada SL 4dr SUV 4WD (5.6L 8cyl 7A)
30 of 31 people found this review helpful
My wife and I buy new cars every 3 years and are not loyal to any brand, having had Auidis, Lexus’s, Acura’s and more Prior to this vehicle I had 2 Auidi Q7’s and liked them. My criteria changed when searching for a new vehicle this time. I wanted lots of cargo space, great snow driving performance, class 2 hitch, luxurious interior and descent handling. After trying almost everything, I selected this vehicle. The only one I like more was the Lexus LX, but that’s $100k. The Armada has exceeded my expectations in every category. It’s extremely well appointed interior is as good as my Audi’s, cargo space very generous, snow performance awesome and it handles well for a huge vehicle. Many complain about the MPG, but I’m getting 18 on average for mixed conditions which matched my Auidis. However, I’m spending less on gas because it uses Regular vs Premium gas. Highly recommend this vehicle. For the price, nothing comes close. Update 2022: still loving this vehicle. After 4.5 years, I’ve not had a single repair. Only routine maintenance. Update 2023: still not a single repair needed. I've done all scheduled preventative maintenance, but nothing has broken. Update: 2024: 62000 miles and still running great. I have had an intermittent battery drain issue. Due to working from home, I drive much less, so that's a factor. But, I'm on my third battery now and that drains occassionally. I use a trickle charger regularly, but the problem has still happened a few times. Interestingly, I'm still using the original tires and dealer says more life left. Overall, this vehicle has been great and I continue to love it.
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Passed 70,000 miles in 18 months.
Mark Proffitt, 09/09/2018
updated 09/11/2019
2017 Nissan Armada SL 4dr SUV (5.6L 8cyl 7A)
23 of 24 people found this review helpful
70,000+ miles and not one squeak or rattle and never been back to the dealer for any repairs, adjustments or repairs. A real workhorse. UPDATE: Have owned 2 years now. Just this week replaced the battery and got a front brake job.
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I love this vehicle!
Lisa, 04/28/2018
2018 Nissan Armada SL 4dr SUV 4WD (5.6L 8cyl 7A)
50 of 54 people found this review helpful
I/we have owned several nice SUV's including a '12 Ford Expedition, '14 Cadillac Escalade, '14 M-B ML550, '15 Explorer Sport as well as a Limited (also a '15) We trade cars frequently obviously and this is a tie for me with the ML550 (which by the way, used MORE gas and only 93 octane.) I love the power the Armada has and I really love the look of the interior. I was shopping the '18 Expedition and '18 Tahoe LTZ (What a boring interior for those dollars!) I previously owned a 2011 Tahoe and didn't care for it but was considering it anyway. What really sold me on the Armada is the torque and horsepower along with the outside restyling and posh looking interior. The 0-60 time on this vehicle is faster than most cars! It makes me feel as if the people who purchased the Infinity for 10K more kind of over-paid since it is essentially the same vehicle with a few more tech and luxury changes that I can live without. Additionally, it drives like it is smaller than it is. I have only had mine for 3 weeks and haven't had any problems. I am just over the initial break-in period (per the manual) of 1200 miles and I am averaging 16.3 mpg. Believe me, I am not a slow driver but by the same token I am not stomping the gas to leave every stop light; but I want to! The sound it makes! Sigh. Nissan makes a lot of these vehicles and like all makes, there are going to be "lemons" produced and someone is going to get them. As far as I'm concerned though, overall the Armada is a fantastic buy for a large SUV.
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The Incredible Beast
Asad, 01/24/2018
2017 Nissan Armada Platinum 4dr SUV 4WD (5.6L 8cyl 7A)
13 of 13 people found this review helpful
I purchased my used 2017 Platinum edition with only 14,000 miles. This is by far the best SUV in its class when it comes to power, reliability, handling, safety features and overall value. Strengths - Smooth acceleration, very powerful V8, 390 HP, nice safety feature with adoptive cruise control, 360 degree view to help you park easily into the parking spots, heated and cooling front seats, and great entertainment system (comes with two screens embedded in the back of the driver and passenger seats with option to run them separately with an adopter). Opportunity: Fuel economy could be a bit better but they it is in the acceptable range of other SUVs. Overall, I absolutely LOVE, LOVE, LOVE this vehicle and every where I go I get nothing but compliments especially from the guys.
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Swfl electrician, 10/07/2018
2018 Nissan Armada SV 4dr SUV (5.6L 8cyl 7A)
20 of 21 people found this review helpful
I have owned several full size SUVs mostly suburbans and Yukon’s but had an 08 pathfinder that was the best vehicle I’ve ever owned and a RT Durango that was a blast to drive when it wasn’t in the repair shop. I’ve always been a Chevy guy but after the pathfinder a 2500 NV van and now this armada Nissans got me. They build the best highest quality vehicles at an affordable price hands down. They’re not the best looking or best equipped but when it comes to quality and reliability they’ve got the domestic brands beat by a long shot. The armada is a luxury SUV at an affordable price and is a delight to drive plenty of power and like most Nissans feels like a much smaller vehicle when you’re behind the wheel. If nissan would only make an XD version with that Cummins in it my prayers would b answered.
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