2013 Nissan Armada: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The main change for the 2013 Nissan Armada is a standard USB audio input on every trim. Otherwise, this is a light update with added SV equipment and a new rear entertainment setup for Platinum.
About the 2013 Nissan Armada
1st generation (2004-2015), late-cycle year after the 2008 update.
The 2013 Armada is Nissan’s full-size, three-row SUV for buyers who need pickup-like strength in a family vehicle. Nissan markets it around big-space, big-towing usefulness: room for up to eight, fold-flat rear seating, a strong V8, and available 4WD. Compared with car-based family SUVs, its main draw is heavy-duty capability and trailer-friendly hardware, with upper trims adding a more upscale cabin and rear-seat entertainment for long trips.
The 2013 Armada is a large three-row SUV with a 5.6-liter V8, a 5-speed automatic, and rear-wheel-drive or 4WD versions. SV focuses on practical family use with eight seats and fold-flat rear rows, while SL adds leather, heated front seats, and towing equipment. Platinum brings the most comfort and technology, including navigation, a moonroof, heated second-row seats, and dual headrest video screens.
What changed, by category
2013 Nissan Armada specs and features by trim
| Feature | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | V8, 5.6 Liter / V8, Flex Fuel, 5.6 Liter | V8, 5.6 Liter / V8, Flex Fuel, 5.6 Liter | V8, 5.6 Liter / V8, Flex Fuel, 5.6 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, 5-Spd | Automatic, 5-Spd | Automatic, 5-Spd |
| Drivetrain | 2WD | 2WD | 4WD / 2WD |
| Fuel Type | Gas / Flexible Fuel | Gas / Flexible Fuel | Gas / Flexible Fuel |
| MPG City | 12–13 mpg | 12–13 mpg | 12 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 19 mpg | 19 mpg | 18–19 mpg |
| Horsepower | 317 hp | 317 hp | 317 hp |
| Torque | 385 lb-ft | 385 lb-ft | 385 lb-ft |
| Max Towing | 8200 lb | 8200 lb | 9000 lb |
| Trunk/Cargo | 97.1 cu-ft | 97.1 cu-ft | 97.1 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 32.2 in | 32.2 in | 32.2 in |
| Seats | 8 | 8 | 8 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Alarm System | |||
| Front & Rear Parking Sensors | |||
| Rear View Camera | |||
| Alloy Wheels | |||
| Auto-Dimming Exterior Mirrors | |||
| Fog Lights | |||
| Memory Exterior Mirrors | |||
| Power Moonroof | |||
| Power Folding Exterior Mirrors | |||
| Power Liftgate/Trunk Release | |||
| Roof Rails | |||
| Tow Hooks | |||
| Trailer Hitch Receiver | |||
| Bluetooth | |||
| Built-In Hard Drive | |||
| Front DVD Entertainment System | |||
| Navigation System | |||
| Premium Audio | |||
| Rear DVD Entertainment System | |||
| Satellite Radio | |||
| Subwoofer | |||
| USB Ports | |||
| Video Input | |||
| Auto-Dimming Interior Mirror | |||
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | |||
| Heated Front Seats | |||
| Heated Rear Seats | |||
| Heated Steering Wheel | |||
| Integrated Garage Door Opener | |||
| Leather Seats | |||
| Memory Driver's Seat | |||
| Memory Pedals | |||
| Power Folding Third Row Seat | |||
| Proximity Keyless Entry | |||
| Third Row Seat | |||
| Tilt Wheel | |||
| Wood Interior Trim | |||
Frequently asked questions
What is the biggest change to the 2013 Nissan Armada?
The biggest change is that a USB audio input becomes standard across the entire 2013 Armada lineup. The other updates are limited to added equipment on SV and a revised rear entertainment system on Platinum.
Does every 2013 Nissan Armada have a USB audio input?
Yes. A USB port for connecting an iPod or another compatible audio device is standard on every 2013 Armada trim.
What changed on the 2013 Nissan Armada SV?
The 2013 Armada SV gains standard Bluetooth hands-free calling, satellite radio, a USB audio input, and a 4-way power front-passenger seat.
What changed on the 2013 Nissan Armada Platinum?
The 2013 Armada Platinum replaces the previous single overhead rear video screen with two 7-inch screens mounted in the front headrests. It also gains the lineup’s new standard USB audio input.
Is the 2013 Nissan Armada mechanically different from the 2012 model?
No. The 2013 Armada keeps the same 5.6-liter V8, 5-speed automatic transmission, and basic chassis as the 2012 model. Its changes are limited to technology and trim equipment.