Large SUVs aren't as popular as they once were, giving way in large part due to the popularity of midsize crossovers. But that doesn't mean there isn't still a market for the behemoths, and this week's tester, the 2022 Nissan Armada, shows why.
This full-size SUV has three rows of seats and features a 5.6-liter V-8 engine that makes 400 horsepower and is mated to a seven-speed automatic transmission. The Armada has rear- and four-wheel-drive versions available, and includes 24 cubic feet of cargo space behind its second row and 10.4 cubic feet behind its third row.
That combination of power and size is still valued by many motorists, keeping the Armada relevant.
Standard features on the Armada include 18-inch aluminum wheels, dual-zone automatic air conditioning, 12.3-inch touchscreen navigation system, Android Auto and wireless Apple CarPlay smartphone connectivity, satellite radio, forward collision warning and automatic emergency braking.
Options include 20- or 22-inch aluminum wheels, power moonroof, power liftgate, remote start, leather-trimmed seats, heated and ventilated front seats, heated second-row seats and second-row captain’s chairs.
The Armada received an update last model year, and it gave the cabin a more luxurious feel in higher trims and added space to the second row. The third row remains tight on space, and cargo space is limited when it’s upright.
The V-8 engine is powerful, but consumes quite a bit of fuel. Mileage is rated at 14 mpg city, 19 highway with the rear-wheel drive and 13 and 18 with all-wheel. And keep in mind that it uses premium fuel.
The Armada starts at around $50,000 and ranges to around $71,000.
If you're in need of a large, powerful people and cargo hauler, the Nissan Armada is worth a look.
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