Why a used Nissan Armada is such an insane bargain
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- Known as the Nissan Patrol around the world, the 2017 Armada had the internet convinced this was old technology for a new price. The one thing the internet missed was literally everything.
The generation of Nissan Armada came to the US as a 2017 model but had already been around for years at Infiniti dealers as the QX56 and QX80. The truth is, this generation of Nissan Patrol came out in 2010...so why should you consider spending your hard-won money on something that's been around for so long? Let's take a look and find out.
Used Nissan Armada review. The Best SUV under 20000. Best SUV under 20k
Buying a used Nissan Armada? The 2017 Nissan Armada has a 390 horsepower V8 engine. New Nissan Armada horsepower is 400.
The Nissan Armada 2017 and newer gets about 16 mpg average.
The Nissan Armada problems include lower gas mileage and a smallish 3rd row seat.
The Nissan Armada tow capacity is 8500 pounds vs the new Chevy Tahoe which has a 7900 pound towing capacity.
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I have a Nissan Armada 2004, 345.000 miles, it works perfect and convenient for our family of 6 people. I love it!!💜
Wow! That’s fantastic!
Very nice
V8?
@@salmahmood5611 Yes!
I'm about to buy the same year with 74000 miles. 10k. Is it a good deal?
I am personally a bigger fan of the old Armada. I got a 2014 in 2017 for 18k with 126k miles. It looked new and has been the most awesome vehicle I ever owned since. I like that the old one has a larger trunk.
The newer Patrol based Armada had an unusable 3rd row for me. Not that I would be riding back there but if you get the center captain seats with a rear facing car seat in place there’s a good chance an adult will have to ride in the 3rd row. The 3rd row was way too low for me at just under 6’ tall. From photos it appears that the 1st gen Armada has 3rd row seating that sits up higher. Is that the case? Either way I would probably go with the center bench seat so the car seat can go in the middle.
Hows reliability...?
Well, those are made in Mexico, while the newer generation Armadas are made in Japan just like Landcruisers.
Careful with the catalytic converters
@@area859 it’s a full size SUV built in Japan. 3-400k with maintenance is expected
Great review! I grew up in Kazakhstan. I remember Nissan Patrols and Toyota Land Cruisers used by the United Nations all over Central Asia especially in conflict zone like Afghanistan, Tadzhikistan as most reliable vehicles available. At some point oil and mining companies tried to bring Suburbans following the U.S. embassy suit. That did NOT work very well given the vast spaces and absence of proper road surfaces at the locations they were operated. In most cases Suburbans designed for smooth roads would not last a year. Patrols and Cruisers won the battle hands down. They were every kid’s dream vehicle at the time.
They are still the dream vehicle of many people!
I got 2008 Armada 242K miles, runs just fine, I bought for 1400$!!
I’ve got V8 also, I noticed oil leak near the cap, tmrw the vehicle getting fresh oil change. Then 🤞🏽 my fingers .
I’m glad I’m not the only one who thinks the 2017+ Armada is such a steal used. The Nissan Patrol it’s based on is a true global market off road vehicle
Exactly, reliability is awesome
I’m from México and usually used cars market is always worse here than in the US, but today, I went to a Nissan dealership here in my city and they have a 2017 Nissan Armada (equivalent to the Platinum in the US, literally has everything!, power tail gate, the console in the mid row, the screen in the headrests, all the security stuff with emergency braking and all that) it’s around 63K Km (40K miles) and it’s only $28K 🤯 and I’m literally buying it as soon as I can!! Thanks for this Vid! I’m super happy now!
Did you end up getting it? If so how is it?
Have a 2015 nissan armada platinum reserve. 144000km 1st generation base on nissan titan pick up. Still love it running perfectly.
We bought a Platinum Reserve new in 2014, has been flawless now at 120K and has taken my family through some hellish road conditions.
"The beautiful city of Oakland, CA." That's something you don't hear everyday.
It used to be along with S.F. Not so much today.
I had a 2014 Armada Platinum and now I have a 2019 Armada Platinum Reserve. They are both great vehicles, but the 2014 had a softer ride.
**Don't forget that the internal transmission cooler fails early and allows coolant migration into the transmission destroying the transmission. Nissans knows this and covers up the issue. First thing you should do is to install an all aluminum Mishimoto Radiator and then you will have a 500K mile motor and a transmission that will last nearly as long.**
* DONT FORGET THAT THE MODEL HE IS SHOWING IS COMPLETELY DIFFERENT THAN THE 1ST GEN. Mishimoto does not make an all aluminum Radiator for this model.
On an Armada? I thought that was a unique problem to 4.0 powered frontier's and pathfinder's (?).
@@CommonArea-y5iit is. Don’t listen to that fella.
2010 Nissan Armada owner here. Bought it in 2014. I've never been disappointed with ours when it comes to power and drive train. I'm a bit tired of the interior falling apart and some of the costs of repairs that weren't engine related. It goes anywhere I've ever wanted it to go. Lots of off-road miles and I've never been stuck except once in some deep snow near an 8' drop off a road edge. The only reason I got towed out was so I didn't roll over that edge. The easy entry to the back row was our favorite purchase point.
We used to have a 2004 QX56 that was similar to your Armada and that thing would have gone forever. We were nuts to ever cut it loose.
@@everycarSeattle Yeah, you were! ha ha. I don't blame you though if you needed some "equity" to trade in. I'm going to turn mine into an off-road warrior after we upgrade to new.
So I’m about to buy a 2017 with 46000 miles at 26,000 should I do it or run from it?
If it's immaculate, it's a great buy
I recently picked up a 2017 Armada SV (with Driver's Package) and ~100K miles for ~$20K and I am loving it!
I have the same model & trim 2017..just purchased 02/24 with 103,000......love it & got it at 18,950 priced.
Did you consider any other year/model or specifically you were looking for 2017? How are the older years?
I snagged a new 2019 platinum for 49k at the end of the year before Covid hit bad. Still only has 14k miles. Think I’m gonna be good for a while.
Good to see you're still making videos! I ran across your GX470 video randomly. I just picked up one a few months ago and I love it! How it can be so real good and so plush at the same time! That thing is like Schwarzenegger in a tux.
Liked this video immediately bc I’ve been looking at secondhand Armadas and there’s tons of deals to be had with the second gen.
Thanks for taking a look 310Sole!
@@shayjohnson5830 apples and oranges you’re comparing a gussied up 4Runner to a full size patrol.
Too much Toyota tax on GX LX and land cruiser on the used market. And after the 100 series it’s hard to find any of them without problematic hydraulic suspension systems.
I’m about as hardcore Toyota fanboy as it gets….I just purchased a 15 qx80.
With 200 series land cruiser money I could have almost bought two Of these Infiniti’s.
This truck is the hidden deal on the market
@@blaing3354 what would you consider? Most for value and usage?
@@mrmoonlight3643 Hi, some information from Central Europe may come in handy. I am sorry for my English...This is the 6th series Nissan Patrol (model Y62) 2010 - present. Patrol is for the North American market under the name Armada. Luxury Armada = Infinity QX 80 (formerly QX56). The previous models Y60 (1987-97) and Y61 (1997 - they were still produced in some markets, they ended up in Central Europe in 2010) were very popular in our country. The most popular in our country was the 2.8TD engine. However, the Y62 is not produced with a diesel engine. Y62 is not imported into Central Europe at all. No one would buy it. The V8 5.6 engine has been in production since 1990. Today, it is an outdated, inefficient engine that will eat you full throttle.
The second face lift Armada in 2021 - the engine offers an output of 405 PS 0-100 for 6.6 sec max. 210km / h and the average consumption does not go below 20 liters / 100km. Not even 30 liters is difficult to achieve. For comparison, the same size Mercedes GLS 400 D 2021 is a diesel six-cylinder with a capacity of 2.9 with 324 ps 0-100 for 6.3 and max. 234 km / h, consumption is up to 10 liters / 100km over 12 liters is a problem to get on average. If the V8 5.6 petrol engine is less powerful than the R6 2.9 diesel, then it's very funny. Mercedes GLS with a petrol engine has an output of 430 KW 0-100 in 4.2 sec. Being in your place I would buy a car with an American Hemi engine, because in case of failure there are cheap repair kits. If Nissan breaks down, everything is expensive and I think it's hard to find for you.
First sit down and write down what the car must have, if the car will tow a trailer and how heavy, the consumption you expect, equipment, small / large SUV, power and how much it should cost, and only then do you look.
And remember: The paint doesn't ride, it sells
@@everycarSeattle Hi Joe great video. I do have a quick question for you.... The Armada when it has a the rear entertainment Do you happen to know if my son wants to watch something on one side and my daughter wants to watch something on the other headrest Is that possible?
Just bought a 2013 armada sv. So far , I looooooove it
Great video. Unfortunately, in this ridiculous market, I’m not sure the value is still there, certainly not at 20k
Likely be looking at 30k now. 😪
No doubt! We were looking at a beautiful silver SL. It had 143k miles but was in amazing shape and had an dealer service history every 5k or so miles from 30k miles all the way until 143k miles. They wanted $23k and that was by far the cheapest around. Someone snatched it up.
@@GrandCamino6they are still cheap. I’ve seen many around 50k miles for around $30k. I’m looking at a platinum reserve with 30k miles for like $38k. Pretty affordable.
@@frankiethefrog1752 We actually just bought a 2016 QX80 Limited for $16,800 which is an insane deal IMO. We were looking at 17-20 Armada Platinum’s as well. The Platinum Reserve is super nice too. There was a pretty decent market adjustment a few months back compared to 2yrs ago. It’s a great time to buy but a terrible time to trade. Fortunately trading wasn’t an issue. We’re just adding to the fleet.
Joe thanks for your video I’m sure many viewers looking for sports utility such as Armada or Toyota Sequoia will appreciate it
I do feel a step down from a Toyota Sequoia in my 2020 armada
simply Nissan could’ve easily implemented much more room in the cabin Install storage compartments at not much more of a cost but they intentionally choose to give you bare-bones and the fuel consumption of the Armada is much more then Sequoia even though the engine of Armada is smaller by 100 cc
Perhaps in your next video you can do a comparison of Armada V Toyota Sequoia…
needless to say that easily Toyota Sequoia holds it’s value and will be considerably much more expensive
please include why you think the Armada loses so much price value so fast…
Under $20k?! Pre-covid price hikes maybe. Also, when you get into the higher mileage 2017+ examples which you MIGHT be able to find for less than $20k you'll get the pleasure of cleaning the buildup caused by the direct fuel injection. An easy fix on a small 4cylinder Volkswagen but good luck ever getting that caked on gunk with these honkin' 5.6 liter v8 motors. I absolutely love the overseas Y62 patrol but literally any Toyota product with 4wd and a V8 will serve you better than our USDM Armada. Looking forward to the video!!
Awesome comments Wretched! I have been so lucky to buy and sell maybe 500 pre-owned Infiniti QX56 and QX80's as well as a great many Armadas. (Being a used car director for such a long time at such a big store is why - I had amazing salespeople who made me look better than I really was). When the new QX came out it was bashed for having bad timing chains and any number of quality control issues. This goes all the way back to 2004 when QX56 and Armada's were brand new and had terribly warping brakes (which was true) and DVD players literally falling from the ceiling of people's vehicles (also true). Americans brake late and they hadn't accounted for it was Nissan/Infiniti's company line. DVD's weren't initially planned and were a last minute add was their excuse for the Chicken Little DVD player problem. So the platform had a bad rep. However, turns out the 2004-2010 (especially 2008-2010) QX56's and 2004-2016 (especially 2008 and newer) Armada's were awesome SUV's that hit 300,000 miles every time with proper service. However, the reputation lives on (and those weak early timing chains didn't help) and folks are scared of this platform with miles, which drives the price down...a lot. A private party 90,000 mile SV can be had for $18000 all day because the dealer only takes that truck in trade for 14000-15000. A 2001 4Runner with 90k brings that kind of money on Bringatrailer. A case could be made that the 4Runner is a better truck is why, but I digress. Armada's are hardly perfect, smallish 3rd row seats. smallish trunk and 16 combined mpg's to name a few...but 18 grand? It's like that commercial where choosing Charles Barkley is the no brainer of the century.
@@everycarSeattle Not disagreeing with anything you just typed but your original headline was for 2017+ model years, which is why I brought up the direct injection issues that are known to occur on the 2017+ model Armadas (and the Y62 platform-sharing 2011+ QX56/QX80). I love this platform but the DI engines don't bode well for relatively maintenance-free ownership as they age. And the only other point I was making was that these Y62 models of Armada (17+) and QX56/80 can not be had for under $20k in today's (inflated) market. In the current market, as a consumer and not a dealer, that's nearly an impossible find. Love your videos and not picking a fight, I'm just saying that I don't agree with the market assessment from a non-dealer consumer perspective right now and that folks should know the require Direct Inection cleaning is a major service to be performed every 90k at a minimum. Kind of like a timing belt except the DI de-caking can happen as early as 25k miles depending on driving habits.
Obviously you know quite a lot about Direct Injection technology Wretched...for people new to the concept here is a great link from a service shop back east called Strut Daddy's that really spells it out: strutdaddys.com/the-truth-about-gasoline-direct-injection-how-to-care-for-your-gdi-engine/
And for anyone ready to pull the trigger, here's a 2-owner 2018 SV with Driver Package and a clean Carfax that the dealer is asking 19995: www.riverheadnissan.com/inventory/Used-2018-Nissan-Armada-SV-JN8AY2ND0J9053125/
You are 200% right about high prices, but prices are already starting to come down and if I'm a used car dealer I'm looking to make some deals and avoid a lot of heavy inventory when the market makes a pretty quick move back to near normal...thank you so much for your valuable insight Wretched, it really is super important for people to have the fullest possible picture before spending their hard-earned money.
@@everycarSeattle All good in the hood, just having a conversation! You can definitely find RWD examples for (just) under 20k like the one you linked to. The problem with DI motors is that there really is no fix for them. The link you provided explains that yes, DI clogs the intakes but it fails to say what their techs do in terms of maintenance to prevent this clogging from occuring. That's because, sadly, there's no single product you can buy to fix nor as preventative maintenance to avoid the buildup. You have to physically remove the manifold and either scrape using a pinhole camera as your guide, or utilize a walnut/media blaster to get rid of the buildup. Like most technological "advances" to the automobile, it's a great idea but somehow the long-term problems are rarely thought through. Rather, they're considered and then just put into production and passed on as a cost for the consumer to digest rather than build the most reliable vehicle possible for the best price like Japanese manufacturers did for most of the 80s, 90s, and early 2000s. Today's (American) consumer, however, burns through vehicles at a nearly bi-annual rate, rather than hanging onto them for a decade or more. I know because I used to be that very wasteful consumer! Haha. I'll keep my chain drive, port injection Toyota where my biggest preventative maintenance cost is an Aisin transmission flush every 30k-50k miles (costs you about 129-199 at the Toyota dealer... Life hack, the Toyota dealer will service Lexus transmissions too at a fraction of the cost the Lexus dealer charges!)
@@wretchedrider2157 it sucked to find a vehicle then find out it has Di. Auto stores sell stuff in cans that can clean di (rolling my eyes). A shop quoted somebody $650.00 for walnut shell cleaning, that was a few years back
I have a 2019 Nissan armada and this years came out with bad transmission. After 120k i did rebuild the transmission with new components in it. It was more money. But i rather have the original transmission with new components. For a use trasmission was going to be 3k. But i was going to have problems after 100k. So switching everything with new stuffs was better. Will see now. So far good. I do drive alot from temecula California to buffalo new York and back. My best cars are toyota sequoia. I owned nothing but toyotas. This is my first different brand car nissan.
Wish they would make some models without the unsightly louver on the fender. I like the look of the 1st Gen better.
4:59 It's not only fully independent suspension, it's double wishbone suspension, which is one of the best kind in this category. the only disvantage is they are expensive to build.
I just picked up a 2018 platinum reserve with 63k for 32k. Absolutely love it! I have the captains chairs in the back instead of the row. My kids love that part. We also have an MDX but we wanted something bigger. I don’t drive too much daily so the mileage is staying low. It’s also a color I’ve never seen until I got it. It’s like a copper red. Amazing ❤️
Just picked up a 2017 platinum with 120k miles and have a transmission or rpm problem where it keeps going up and down like crazy then stablizes and in the armada facebook groups everyone talking about the transmission problems with them i might return it soon if the dealer i bought it from refuses to fix it cause i’m sure whatever the problem is it will be pricey
Great review Joe! Very practical thought process. I have a preowned one .They are well built and add to that the Japanese reliability. Great for Canadian winters too !!
I know I’m years late but I just seen one online at a known dealership in my area for $20k. It only has 26k miles. The year model is a 2017. Any reason why it’s priced so low especially coming from a known dealer?
Thank you for your review, I'm interested in the armada, im located in the northeast not even with over 100k miles can find something under 28k. 2017 or 2018.
Got 2013 70k Miles’s for sale , nyc area
Im in the market for a used SUV and this was such a great review. Thank you! 🙏
Glad it was helpful!
Would you recommend buying a 2018 1 owner with 81k miles on it
I have a 2012 SV model with 200K miles, and the only major repair was the starter. My Armada is the most reliable vehicle I've ever owned, and I love it so much I'm going to buy another one. I'm going to give my current one to my wife to replace her trash Buick Lacrosse, which is always in the shop.
Alhamdulillah in my experience owning nissan/infiniti, they are more reliable than the toyota/lexus. Especially when you take good care of your Nissan's vehicle with service routine with good oil, good spare parts and so on , in sya Allah they are more-more reliable. 🙂👍
Zana be like - praise be god this car doesn’t suck 🤲 lol. Congrats Zana.
Very thorough review Joe! Did you move back to the mainland?
Thank you so much, I really appreciate it! We were in Berkeley checking our oldest into college and we were lucky enough to connect with lots of people from my childhood over a couple of really fun weeks. But as much as I enjoy my hometown, the odds of me ever moving from Hawaii are pretty much zero...Waikoloa is literally the best place to live in the world 🏝🌈❤
@@everycarSeattle I agree, Hawaii is amazing!
I heard the 2017 being the first model year and the 2018-2019’s had issues with brake wear, the brake switch causing start-up issues, fast draining batteries, and in some cases, transmissions going out very early. Apparently in 2020 these issues were resolved and these, along with the facelifted 2021s are supposed to be better. Any comments on this by chance? I’m looking, but don’t want to get stuck with expensive problems after spending $20-30k on these.
Great question, did you get it figured out? I’m reading some of the same stuff and I’m shopping in that year range.
@@mrroboto1660 it seems a lot of those concerns are accurate. I’m also hearing the 2021s had some growing pains with the new electronics in the cabin as well, so it seems Iike 2020 or 2022 and newer are the ones to get (so far).
Great explanation! Lots of detailed information.
Nice video Joe! I was in the market for a new race car hauler, and ruled out trucks ($$$$$) and vans (need a 2500; also $$$$.) My one exception to your advice is that I prefer to find low mileage cream puffs, which can require patience and timing. I pounced on a 2020 SV with 44k for $26.5k, but had to drive about 3 hours out of state to nab her. A pain, but worth it!
'Old-school' is the best school.
I prefer the looks of the 1st generation Armada. Nissan makes great trucks; maybe half a step behind Toyota. I would argue that the Armada competes more against the Toyota Sequoia than the 4Runner. The pre-2013 Pathfinder was more similar to the 4Runner.
Enjoy these BIG combustion engine trucks while you can. I think in about 2 years, ALL of the large 'people mover' SUV's and trucks will be electric, especially based on current gas prices ($3.39/gallon............and rising, in the northeastern U.S.).
This has nothing to do with the first gen Armada. Its a Nissan Patrol rebadged as an Armada for the US market. It competes around the world with the Land Cruiser.
These are a bargain and people overlook them. Best of all, they are built in Japan.
I rented a 2023 Armada in Canada for one full month and put around 3,000 KM on it driving all kinds of roads for different uses. Indeed a tough platform that is built to last. Not short power but thirsty on fuel. 2 things I didn't like are the seating position and performance on rough roads at speed. You will experience some serious jumping on suspension joints or rough patches on the high mostly due to the body on frame structure. I am used to premium vehicles when it comes to seats and I wasn't able to get the seat configuration to feel at home mainly the back and knee support. But all in all it is a machine that can't be beaten for the price.
No sunroof...Gotta have it! Good review
Thx for the great review.
You can get 2-3 FJ Cruisers for an Armada (Patrol) in Aus, such is the reputation of the Patrol.
ISn't Armada is fully built in Japan including the engine?
Great Review!
2018 SV with 90k miles are now $30k
I’m going back and forth on a 2019 with 58k for 26. Might pull the trigger
There no way I can get this vehicle for 20k, I have been shopping around and it more like 28k to 30k.
Thanks
Fernando
I just purchased one for 7k
Great video.. I just brought a 2017
Just bought my wife a 2018 platinum. Our first venture away from g.m. and I couldn't be happier with it. Hopefully with very meticulous maintenance it will last us a long time.
Great choice...the Platinum is the way to go if the budget allows
These are definitely a diamond in the rough. They are cheap because historically nobody really wants a full size Nissan trucks compared to GM, Ford. They don’t have the reputation like the Sequoia but I think the armada is a very solid, proven truck. The QX80 can be had for not much more. They are definitely better brought used. The depreciation hit on new is way too much. I see 2019 Armadas sub 40k.
There’s plenty of 2021+ armadas for sale $40,000 too with about 60,000 miles on them. Im talking about the SL trim, too. The 2021’s have apples CarPlay with to me is a big deal.
What a great video I'm looking at a 2013 platinum with 200.000 kilometers I'm Canadian
Great video
Hello Joe, great video. Question: What is your opinion on a 2015 Nissan Armada Platinum with 44k miles priced at $21k ? I currently drive a 2012 Pathfinder S with 140k miles and an aftermarket 2" lift. I love the Pathfinder but the seats are not comfortable for long trips. Also, since it is a "S" trim, the seats are not adjustable.
I got a 2008 with 290000 miles, mannn I love it. I am trying to figure out a way to fix the rust problem.
290...nice. I hope you make it to 390+
You can put 400k or more on these badboys, naturally aspirated beasts of an engine. Just with Rountine Maintenance!
Just bought a 2017 platinum for 15,000 has 145,000 on it. It has every option available. The previous owner bought it new, single woman ,City miles. Every service has been done on it from brand new at the dealership she bought it from Carfax is absolutely immaculate everything has been documented it's probably the most documented vehicle I've ever seen every service that the owners manual recommends has been done when she sold it to us she went and had new air compressor put on it new brakes new tires had all the service redone and it feels like a brand new vehicle smells like a brand new vehicle actually I feel like that was a hell of a deal.
I bought a 2018 was good til information center just stopped working only129000 miles ! 😱dealer checked out & said need new radio $5200 😰. No after market options only an android Tesla style with no gaurentees that navigation or other features will work. ) $1300 changing dash completely buyer beware so said.
Thank you for the info. Definitely looking to get a 2018 Armada. Seems to be a pretty good bargain.
4Runner doesn’t have 3rd row seat. Sequoia is the comparison but about 10k more and of course more reliable.
4Runner limited has 3rd row seats. But it’s a mid size SUV.
Enterprise car sales has some decent deals.
Where are you finding 20k armada look around more like $37,000
Just bought an 18 Armada w/ 91k miles. 18 dealer service records. Thing feels like it's got 30k miles on it.
That's a real sweet spot in the price-miles-value equation if it's nice...and it sounds like yours is real nice
What do you think about a 2017 SV with 159,000 miles for 11,500?
I have a 2019 Armada and it has recurring issues not starting and leaving me stranded. That might have something to do with it being a 'great deal'.
I would avoid this car.
We have the same issue with our 2019 Armada. We have to keep a battery boost pack in the car at all times due to the random no start problems. There is something that is draining the battery or the alternator is not charging it fast enough.
I'm thinking of buying a 19 armada.
Did you guys figure out what was wrong?
I'm trying to find the best years to buy.
@@Shelter93 There was some software issue. It solved that problem, but then it also wouldnt start a bit later because an entirely separate problem which involved a switch in the brakes. It was also fixed. Time will tell whether or not these fixed the problem long term. If I could go back, I would have spent a little more and got a Sequoia.
@@patricksmith1550
Thank you very much. just the feedback I am looking for.
Looks like it's back to looking at 4runners.
I don't have Sequoia money.lol
Thanks again.
@Shelter93 there is switch connected to the battery that has to be unplugged and the starting problem will be solved, not sure why nissan doesn't send out a bulletin
Thank you for this video , I.ve been debating what SUV should I get, I had a Nissan Patrol in my hometown country 1993 model , I sold it to my brother and it is still running 350,000 miles in it, your video reminded me that I don't need to shop around and stick with what I've always knew .
15 or 16mpg? All highway? Were lucky to hit 13.8mpg on our 2019. It's our second one the first was 9 months old when hurricane Sally flooded her. It got the same mileage.
Pretty consistently we were seeing 13/18 city/highway...maybe a click higher on the highway if it was smooth sailing
2011 owner. I consistently get 13-14 mpg. Only time I'm seeing anything near 15 is when we are road trippin on the interstate.
Do these have transmission issues? Parents had a 2004 armada that blew the torque converter at 120k miles despite being maintained
I had to get the transmission in my 2008 Armada replaced.
I love the Nissan Armada!
The Armada and the Patrol are offered only with the V8 gasoline engine for the entire world. The Y61 was retired I believe in 2016 with the last model with a diesel option. All Armadas, QX80's and Patrol's are all gasoline moving forward and eventually will be phased out for everything electrical. Great vehicle though. Love the Armada!
Patrol y61 is still sold in middle east gasoline version. In Europe last y61 was sold somewhere in 2008/09.
I think there is no big difference in fuel consuption in comparison with gasoline patrol and diesel land cruiser. Thats the reason why there is no diesel.
They offer a 4litre v6 in the middle East and 2 specs of v8 a 320 and 400 bhp one
@@Bare36 Yes the Y61 is still built in Morocco. Would love one
Pathfinder’s better b/c it’s equipped w/foot trunk activation. Armada’s do not have the hands free foot trunk activation.
I love patrol that’s why I got Nissan armada last dec.no one can beat armada
They are really nice driving, nice looking and well built
Late to the party, but would like to know what your opinion of the 2015 model of the Nissan Armada?
Presently located overseas in the Gulf, the most popular vehicles on the road are: Lexus, Toyota, etc. Is there any difference with the Nissan Armadas' outside of North America? We are looking at one valued at $15K and 67K miles. 2015 Nissan Armada LE/Platinum.
Your insight is valued and appreciated.
6-26-2021 Hi Joe, do you know if the Nissan Certified Per Owned extended warranty covers the direct injection cleaning? We are retired and looking at a 2018 Armada Platinum with 35,000 miles that is Certified, is this warranty even worth having? It's $1,499 added on top of the price of the truck and they act like it's mandatory should I just skip this one and move on?
The Nissan CPO is an extension of the powertrain warranty only. I love warranties but powertrains so rarely go bad on Japanese vehicles within 7 years that it's effectively pure profit. However, they can upgrade you to a "wrap" warranty that converts the powertrain only warranty to a bumper-to-bumper warranty. Typically, dealers try to sell these for way above cost so the value of them depends on what you can buy it for. They are not required to do a direct injection cleaning as part of the CPO, but obviously it could be negotiated into any deal. Here is a link to some opinions and ideas about Nissan direct injection - www.titantalk.com/threads/injector-intake-cleaning.428125/
We have a 2020 SV that we bought new. It is a fantastic vehicle, fun to drive and relaxing to ride in. Yes, the gas mileage sucks however as my Grandaddy used to say "It'll pull the lips off a chicken for sure" I'm translating that to mean it has great power when you need it and a rock solid ride to boot! Also, we have had zero mechanical issues with 65,000 miles so far.
Are all Infiniti versions made in Japan? Is there a particular year that is more reliable?
The expedition has the 3.5 ecoboost cam phaser. Chevrolet 5.3 has the cylinder deactivation issues. Both of the suck. I would love to have the armada. My expedition is having issues with the cam phaser. No warranty and i am going to end paying for it.
I own a Toyota Sequoia. Not a Nissan but it's an extremely reliable, over built vehicle. The Japanese knows what they're doing building this stuff. Your Tahoes and Yukans are not in the same league. They too might be bigger SUV trucks.. it's definitely not the same league. My 5.7 V8 is a powerhouse. Zero to sixty without even trying and best of all built to last and that's why we bought it. I don't drive fast or rough at all so it should last for years. But the reason I bring this up is the Nissan Armada was a close 2nd for our particular uses. Ironically the Armada is so much more easier to find. The Sequoia is one of them vehicles that are low production vehicles, and their owners just don't sell them nearly as much as Nissan or definitely GM so finding them with low miles is rather tough. Especially since I wanted a limited model with the heavy duty tow package. It's litterally a unicorn. But its also easy to see why after driving one.
9:47 Holy moly that UPS truck was jamming! Looked like it anyway. Probably just going the speed limit in the express lane. What can brown do for you? LOL
Loool
I'm following you because you're from my home town, and I love my Armada.
Bro, do you work for Nissan... I'm sold! I'm m thinking of purchasing a 2013 with 160,000 miles on it excellent interior nearly perfect exterior, just a few scratches on it. He think that's a good deal?
TY!
Hello, today I looked at a 2018 Plantinum reserve with 83,000 miles and he’s asking $26,000, it’s not by a dealer and has no warranty and he stated he just did brakes rotors and oil change. Am I paying too much or is this a reasonable price ? I would greatly appreciate it !!
Platinums are nice, real nice. If it's perfect it's worth the money
I'm looking at a 2018 Armada with 80k miles tomorrow, they want $23k. I am thinking about it, but that mpg 😮
Beautiful city of Oakland California?? Lol what part of Oakland? Last time i was in Oakland I felt like i needed two guns on me at all time instead of just one.
Extremely happy owner since new of a 2015 Armada Platinum. Is a beast 👌
Thank you for the video. I just purchased a 2012 Platinum 4wd. It was immaculate with 92K on it. I paid 15,500. I hope this is NOT going to be a money pit. So many high-tech stuff. I hope I can fiqure it all out! A big leap from my 1998 Tacoma and 1985 Chevy both with Crank Windows. I wanted this to pull my 2 horses in an aluminum Trailer.
Dynamite buy...I'm taking you with me to buy my next car!
You are so lucky to have found such a great deal! What state did you purchase from?
Joe, any thoughts on an S2000 currently? Im seeing AP2 with 65k mikes going for $34k! What’s a fair price in your opinion?
Walter, I have always known the day would come where the S2000 went nuts and that day is officially upon us. If you can find a reasonably priced S2000, any color, any year, it is worth it's weight in gold and only going up. One of the most special cars of our generation and one of the 20 most important sports cars of all time. That AP2 should be closer to 26000 however. 34000 is for miles in the high 30's. Bring a Trailer has an original S2000 with only 37 miles...anything under 60 grand is a steal on that car. bringatrailer.com/listing/2000-honda-s2000-96/
@@everycarSeattle Thank you so much!
Here's one you should keep an eye on... bringatrailer.com/listing/2000-honda-s2000-93/
nice video explaining the armada, I was talked out of the armada man said the headers constantly break. then I hear it's not 100% Nissan it's half renault an there cheapness is why the brokon headers issues where never fixed.I'm a chevy man but am done w/ thembc of the displacement on demand where 4 cylinders deactivate while cruising on expressway, it's a defective sys. GM needs a class action lawsuit. anyway I've had a 84300zx for over 15 years thought it was a excellent car.
Does the second row seat slide back and forth or are they fixed?
Fixed.
Interesting using the former Mills College as a backdrop.
It became UC Berkeley and one of our kids was going to go there but then it got bought out by Northeastern and my co-workers daughter is going there instead...weird. Beautiful campus though
I want to seat 3 people in front (like my truck), 3 in middle and 3 in back when im hauling family. with a V6 and 4x4. Don't really need a v8 wish they had that option.
I sent you an email. Thanks for the video. FYI..LOVE HAWAII TOO!
lol the beautiful city of Oakland CA… I was born there also, must be from the hills.
Nissan is going to replace this with a Turbo V6 soon. So good time to pick the V8
What is a DVD player? I kid I kid.. Great coverage and info on this vehicle. Gas mileage and pre-owned info most important 2us. Thx!
I love my 2018 Armada. Bronze(think rootbeer) with black leather interior. SL.
I have a 2017 armada. Great comfortable smooth ride. Lots of power and I've been pleased. One major issue i have had is the brake sensor keeps going out and it costs $400 to have replaced but not starting is the main issue with that problem. Its needed replaced every 18 months so far. Also gad mileage is garbage. 15 mph and with Biden having gas prices over $3 p/g makes it expensive to fill every week.
"Biden having gas prices over $3 p/g"?? Your understanding of economics and the ability of the President to set the global market price for oil cannot be underestimated.
@@trumpisastump9382 it's more of an ignorance of the corporate takeover of the 2 parties, which are one party now. Gas prices are raised way before the global price would impact the price already at the station.
@@trumpisastump9382 yes Biden and his policies are no help with gas prices
This is not an everyday vehicle in my opinion.
@@trumpisastump9382 Your whole shit is pure cringe
Thanks for this video, thanks to you! Now I am a owner of a 2020 Armada SL
I've heard that the 2004-2015 first generation Armada are notorious for having catalytic converter issues which can lead to engine problems. Is this true and are there any pointers you may have for a potential new owner such as myself?
So you can get headers on eBay for 300 bucks. Have a muffler shop weld straight pipe the same length as the catalytic converter with a flange at the end to bolt it up. Then on your rear o2 sensors, install a sparkplug non fouled up to 3. This will prevent the check engine light from coming on.
That is of course if you dont have emissions for it.
The cats will sell to a scrap yard for around 600 bucks
I have a 2013 Armada with 121k miles. I haven't had any issues only thing not stock is flowmaster or exhaust
It's pretty common. I hit 140K and got the dreaded engine code. Cost me over 3k to get if fixed right.
@@ahrisho cost you what? The read got cut off
I'm looking at a 2004 model has about 240k miles on it
Just under 4 thousand dollars
Do they really have transmission and brake issues?
I have an SL 2018 for 14k