2026 Nissan Armada

Price Range: $58,840 - $80,550

Below Average

6.4

out of 10

edmunds TESTED

The 2026 Nissan Armada is easy to drive, boasts a roomy third-row seat, and is packed with useful tech. It's one of our top recommendations if you're shopping for a capable large SUV.

#2 out of 5

Large SUVs

1 Owner Review

Pros

Pro:Quick acceleration
Pro:Smooth ride over bumps
Pro:Spacious seating, including the third row
Pro:Easy to drive for a big SUV

Cons

Con:Not much space to store small items in the cabin
Con:Some inexpensive-looking interior materials

What’s new

Nissan adds a performance-oriented Nismo for 2026
Nismo model adds sticky tires, more power, and new parts for sharper handling
Part of the third Nissan Armada generation introduced for 2025

2026 Nissan Armada Review

Overview

Written by automotive expert Jared Gall

9/4/2025

If you're looking for a full-size three-row SUV but don't want one of the usual suspects from Ford or Chevy, the 2026 Nissan Armada might be just right. An all-new version was introduced for 2025. It retains the body-on-frame construction and four-wheel drive capability that make this a traditional SUV that's well suited for towing or occasional off-roading. The latest Armada has a turbocharged V6 that actually has more power than the vehicle's old V8. The third row is on the small side for adults but fine for kids; just note that cargo space is compromised when the third-row seatbacks are up. The Armada was all-new last year and gets one significant update this year: a Nismo model.

Edmunds spotlight: New Nismo performance model for 2026

Nissan's motorsports division (hence Nis-mo) has gotten its hands on the Armada for 2026. While it's a little difficult to equate a huge body-on-frame SUV and high performance, the Armada Nismo does make meaningful changes. There is more power from the turbocharged V6 (up from 425 horsepower to 460 hp, as long as you use premium fuel), a retuned steering rack for better road feel, and stickier tires, which should help both in the corners and the Armada's overall braking distances. It's also got a far more aggressive body kit — which you'll either love or hate — that Nissan says helps with the car's aerodynamics. The interior also gets some sportier touches like more heavily bolstered seats and red accenting. Whether you need more performance from a behemoth SUV like the Armada is up to you, but we're glad that Nissan did more than just tack on a body kit for the Nismo.

Competitors to consider

The main alternatives to the 2026 Armada are the Chevrolet Tahoe, GMC Yukon and Ford Expedition. All three are capable three-row SUVs that have an established pedigree and loyal followers. Another alternative is the Toyota Sequoia, which was recently redesigned. If off-road capability and towing aren't necessary, check out any number of three-row midsize SUVs, like the Kia Telluride, Toyota Grand Highlander or Nissan's own Pathfinder.

Which Armada trim does Edmunds recommend?

Nissan hasn't released official information on the 2026 Armada as of this writing. We'll update our recommendation if anything changes, but based on last year's Armada, the SL strikes us as the best balance of content and price. Upgrades like the premium audio system and heated front seats are the sort of thing drivers can appreciate every day, and Nissan's hands-free ProPilot Assist 2.1 is available as an option.

Compare 2026 Nissan Armada trim levels

Helpful trims summary and side-by-side comparison chart

Nissan Armada models

[Editor's note: The following unofficial information is based on last year's Armada. We expect the 2026 model will have a similar lineup and we'll update this section once we have complete information.] The Nissan Armada is a full-size SUV with seating for up to eight people. It is available in five trim levels: SV, SL, Platinum, Pro-4X and Platinum Reserve.
Every Armada has a twin-turbocharged 3.5-liter V6 engine (425 horsepower, 516 lb-ft of torque) and a nine-speed automatic transmission. Rear-wheel drive is standard, with a four-wheel-drive system available as an option (standard on the Pro-4X). Below, you'll find the equipment highlights for each trim level.

SV
The Armada SV starts you off with these standard features:

18-inch alloy wheels
Automatic high-beam LED headlights
Roof rails
Running boards
12.3-inch digital driver display
Triple-zone automatic climate control
Synthetic leather upholstery
Eight-way power-adjustable driver's seat
12.3-inch touchscreen infotainment system
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone integration with wireless capability

The Armada also includes several standard safety features, such as:

Adaptive cruise control (maintains a driver-set distance between the Armada and the car in front)
Lane centering system (makes minor steering corrections to help keep the vehicle centered in its lane)
Blind-spot intervention (automatically steers the car back into its lane if you try to change lanes while a car is in the vehicle's blind spot)
Rear cross-traffic warning (alerts you if a vehicle behind you is about to cross your path while you're in reverse)
Rear automatic braking (applies the brakes automatically to avoid an imminent collision with an object behind the vehicle)

SL
Choose the Armada SL for its many upgrades, including:

20-inch alloy wheels
Heated, power-adjustable steering wheel
Premium synthetic leather upholstery (Nissan's TailorFit)
Six-way power-adjustable front passenger seat
Heated front seats
Navigation system
Alexa Built-in
12-speaker Klipsch premium audio system
Surround-view camera system (gives you a top-down view of the Armada and its surroundings in tight parking situations)
Trailer reversing assistance (Nissan's Trailer Backup Assist)

Platinum
For a more luxurious and technologically sophisticated Armada, the Platinum adds:

Heated exterior mirrors
Hands-free power liftgate
Interior ambient lighting
Panoramic sunroof
14.3-inch digital driver display
Quilted leather upholstery
12-way power-adjustable front seats
Ventilated front seats
Heated second-row captain's chairs
14.3-inch touchscreen infotainment system
Digital rearview mirror function (allows you to see out of the back even with a fully loaded cargo area)

Pro-4X
Made for off-roading, the Armada Pro-4X has a mix of SL and Platinum features, plus:

Distinct 20-inch wheels with all-terrain tires
Revised front bumper with increased approach angle
Hill descent control
Electronic locking rear differential
Adaptive air suspension
Underbody skid plates
Red recovery hooks
Integrated trailer brake controller
Exclusive exterior and interior design details

A Premium package adds the missing features from the Platinum trim level, such as:

Hands-free power liftgate
Panoramic sunroof
12-way power-adjustable front seats
Ventilated front seats
Heated second-row seats

Platinum Reserve
For maximum coddling, the Platinum Reserve offers:

22-inch alloy wheels
Integrated trailer brake controller
Puddle lighting
Massaging front seats
Front center airbags

Nissan offers its ProPilot Assist 2.1 hands-free highway driving technology on the SL, Platinum and Platinum Reserve. It upgrades the Armada with ambient lighting that works in conjunction with the technology and a head-up display.

Nissan Armada Owner Reviews

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Most Helpful Owner Review

2026 ARMADA 4x pro

Miguel solorzano/betty Ortiz , 09/03/2025

2026 Nissan Armada PRO-4X 4dr SUV 4WD (3.5L 6cyl Turbo 9A)

I have no complaints about this vehicle, luxury doesn’t always have to mean super expensive. This vehicle makes you feel like if you’re driving a $150,000 suv but it’s only around $80,000. Amazing interior leather seats and 2 big screens. Let’s not forget it come with an amazing off road package that lets you get anywhere you want to go.. so many possibilities, love it.

We have a limited number of reviews for the 2026 Nissan Armada, so we've included review for other years of the Armada since its last redesign.