The 2018 Nissan Armada is available for sale at a base MSRP of $46,090 and now comes in three varied trims- SV, SL, and the new Platinum. The Platinum trim adds unique exterior accents, and also a rear-view mirror with double the high-resolution display for the backup camera. Apart from that, the 2018 Armada also gets the NissanConnect infotainment as standard now. The rest of the specs remain the same as the outgoing model. The Armada engine is the same 390-hp 5.6L V8 that is potent enough to pull this 5,267-pound SUV from 0-60 MPH in 6.2 seconds.
2018 Nissan Armada For Sale
The 2018 Nissan Armada starts at a Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of $46,090 for the base SV trim. This comprises of plenty of tech features including but not limited to an 8-inch touchscreen display, a 13-speaker Bose surround system, and more. Building on top of the SV trim is the SL trim, which is priced at an MSRP of $50,850 and is privy to plenty of Driver package items, including driver-preferences memory setting, and a 360-degree top-down parking camera. The range-topping Platinum trim is priced at an MSRP of $59,190, which gets all of the SL trim features excluding two different packages. Buying or leasing a used car is more affordable than going for the new model, Armada Used car shoppers can expect to pay anywhere between $17,000 and $27,400, depending on various factors. Moreover, the average cost to own the Armada is around $30,500 for a period of 5 years.
2018 Nissan Armada Buying Advice
The best choice of the lot for many shoppers is the mid-level Armada SL trim, priced at $50,850, that succeeds to add all of the desired features one would expect with an SUV of this class. While it includes all of the basic and latest features from the Driver package but also features from the optional Premium package. Going for an Older Armada model will save you loads of money, as the 2017 Armada variant gets the same set of changes as the 2018 version for a major dip in prices. Moreover, you can save a lot more money by going for the previous generation 2014 Armada or the 2015 Armada.

Its towing capacity is also rated at 8,500 pounds. However, while it is better than most on the performance front, it gulps more fuel than other competitors. The interior of the Armada has an appealing layout but an outdated infotainment system. It offers a spacious cabin for eight passengers but falls short of cargo capacity, despite the 208.9-inch length. The Armada earns average safety ratings but provides a long list of driver-assist features, while it also fairs pretty well on the reliability front with minimal problems reported thus far. The for-sale 2018 Armada stacks up against the Chevy Tahoe, the Ford Expedition, and the Toyota Sequoia.