2018 Nissan Armada

Serving Fredericksburg, VA, Spotsylvania, VA, and Washington, D.C.

Buyers in the market for a full-size SUV are looking for models with a cavernous interior, plenty of horsepower, and lots of package options. The Nissan Armada is a great choice for you if you're planning to haul the entire family plus cargo on long trips. It handles well on the highways, and it performs adequately on the roads less traveled.

New for 2018 is the inclusion of some highly desired features as standard equipment across the trim lineup. These include the NissanConnect telematics services, HD radio, and a new, 8-inch screen display. Although this model isn't as lavishly furnished as the QX80, it delivers where it counts, and it seats eight more comfortably than most competitors.

Performance

The standard powertrain on the 2018 Nissan Armada includes:

• • A 5.6L V8 engine rated at 390 horsepower and 394 lb-ft of torque
• • Seven-speed automatic transmission
• • Choice of rear-wheel or all-wheel drive

This big engine is plenty powerful enough to get the Armada up and moving at freeway speeds. Acceleration is quite smooth, and braking is well above-average. Although it weighs nearly three tons, the Armada goes from 60 mph to a full stop in just 115 feet. The throttle pedal calibration is smack in the middle of the acceptable zone, not too hesitant and not too eager. Shifting is also smooth, with no drop-off in torque between gears.

Interior and Features

All 2018 Nissan Armada trims come with:

• • Dual-zone automatic climate control
• • Power-adjustable and heated front seats
• • A leather-wrapped steering wheel
• • A reclining second-row bench split seat or second-row captain's chairs
• • An 8-inch screen display
• • Bluetooth, satellite radio, and navigation
• • Two USB media inputs

Uplevel trims add on a power-adjustable steering wheel, leather upholstery and leather door trim, driver preferences memory, and a 120-volt power outlet. The spacious cabin is airy, and second-row passengers will never feel cramped. The third row is better suited to teens or children, but there's still plenty of headroom back there. You'll love the fact that even the base trim comes with a 13-speaker Bose system.

Safety

The 2018 Nissan Armada comes with the following standard safety features:

• • A rearview camera
• • Dual-stage front airbags
• • Front seat-mounted airbags
• • Roof-mounted curtain airbags
• • Vehicle dynamic control and traction control
• • Lane departure warning
• • Forward collision warning with automatic braking
• • Blind-spot warning

Additional safety features include child safety rear door locks, an energy-absorbing steering column, and front seat belt pretensioners. Optional is the 360-degree top-down camera system. You'll feel safe and secure with the purchase of the Premium package that adds on adaptive cruise control, rear parking sensors, rear cross-traffic alert, and rearward emergency braking.

The 2018 Nissan Armada is a well-rounded full-size SUV that promises a smooth, comfortable ride. It's ahead of the curve when it comes to safety and security, and it competes well against other like-segment models in terms of high-tech advancements. Come test drive it today at Pohanka Nissan of Fredericksburg.

MSRP excludes destination, taxes, title and registration fees. Starting at MSRP refers to the base model, optional equipment not included. Pricing and offers may change at any time without notification. To get full pricing details, see your dealer.

All figures are EPA estimates. Actual mileage may vary.