“Love the styling Lot of value for moneyWould like a tad more towing capacity Would like a tad better gas mileage (or better yet how about a diesel option)Would like a tad less body role in turns Love the driver assist features adaptive cruise control is the best new feature I've had in a long time”
2017 Nissan Armada: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The 2017 Nissan Armada is an all-new, second-generation redesign. Its biggest change is the move to a Patrol-based body-on-frame design with a 390-hp 5.6-liter V8 and 7-speed automatic transmission.
About the 2017 Nissan Armada
2nd generation (2017-2024), first year of the redesign.
Nissan positions the Armada as a full-size family SUV that blends traditional SUV strength with a more upscale feel inside. Its core appeal is simple: V8 power, room for up to eight, strong towing ability, and a quieter, more premium cabin than shoppers might expect from a Nissan badge. It is aimed at buyers who want Tahoe/Expedition-size space and towing without giving up comfort, navigation, and family-trip features.
Nissan positioned the redesigned Armada as a well-equipped full-size family SUV, with the SV offering eight-passenger seating, navigation, heated front seats, Bose audio, and strong towing capability. The SL adds family-friendly upgrades such as leather seating, a power-folding third row, and a surround-view camera, while the Platinum brings cooled front seats, heated rear seats, rear entertainment, and the fullest driver-assistance package.
What changed, by category
Structural
The Armada starts its second generation on a new Patrol-related, body-on-frame platform, replacing the previous design.
Powertrain
A 390-hp 5.6-liter V8 and 7-speed automatic transmission replace the prior generation’s powertrain setup across the lineup.
Styling
The complete redesign brings a new full-size SUV body and a quieter, more upscale cabin.
Tech
An 8-inch navigation screen and 13-speaker Bose audio become standard across the lineup. The SL adds a surround-view parking camera, while the Platinum adds dual-screen rear entertainment.
Safety
The range gains broader driver-assistance technology. The Platinum includes adaptive cruise control plus collision, lane, blind-spot, and reversing intervention systems.
2017 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 | Auto, 7-Spd Synch Rev | Auto, 7-Spd Synch Rev | Auto, 7-Spd Synch Rev |
| Drivetrain | 2WD | 2WD | 4WD / 2WD |
| Fuel Type | Gas / Flexible Fuel | Gas / Flexible Fuel | Gas / Flexible Fuel |
| MPG City | 14 mpg | 14 mpg | 13–14 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 19 mpg | 19 mpg | 18–19 mpg |
| Horsepower | 390 hp | 390 hp | 390 hp |
| Torque | 394 lb-ft | 394 lb-ft | 394 lb-ft |
| Max Towing | 8500 lb | 8500 lb | 8500 lb |
| Trunk/Cargo | 95.4 cu-ft | 95.4 cu-ft | 95.4 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 28.4 in | 28.4 in | 28.4 in |
| Seats | 8 | 8 | 8 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Alarm System | |||
| Automatic Emergency Braking | |||
| Blindspot Sensors | |||
| Blindspot Sensors with Auto Brake | |||
| Lane Departure Warning | |||
| Rear View Camera | |||
| 360 Camera | |||
| Alloy Wheels | |||
| Auto-Dimming Exterior Mirrors | |||
| Fog Lights | |||
| Heated Mirrors | |||
| LED Headlights | |||
| Memory Exterior Mirrors | |||
| Power Moonroof | |||
| Power Liftgate/Trunk Release | |||
| Roof Rails | |||
| Bluetooth | |||
| Front DVD Entertainment System | |||
| Navigation System | |||
| Premium Audio | |||
| Rear DVD Entertainment System | |||
| USB Ports | |||
| Auto-Dimming Interior Mirror | |||
| Cooled Seats | |||
| 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 | |||
| Memory Steering Wheel | |||
| Power Folding Third Row Seat | |||
| Proximity Keyless Entry | |||
| Push-Button Engine Start | |||
| Remote Start | |||
| Third Row Seat | |||
| Tilt Wheel | |||
| Tilt/Telescoping Steering Wheel | |||
Frequently asked questions
Was the 2017 Nissan Armada fully redesigned?
Yes. The 2017 Armada is the first year of the second generation, with a new Patrol-related body-on-frame design, a quieter and more upscale cabin, and substantially richer standard equipment.
What engine and transmission does the 2017 Nissan Armada have?
Every 2017 Armada has a 390-hp 5.6-liter V8 paired with a 7-speed automatic transmission. This stronger V8 and newer transmission arrived with the redesign.
How much can the 2017 Nissan Armada tow?
The 2017 Armada is rated to tow up to 8,500 pounds. A tow hitch receiver and Tow/Haul mode are part of the SV’s standard feature set and remain core features across the range.
What features became standard on every 2017 Armada?
Every 2017 Armada includes an 8-inch navigation screen, heated front seats, a 13-speaker Bose audio system, LED low-beam headlights, and the 390-hp V8 with a 7-speed automatic.
What is the difference between the 2017 Armada SV, SL, and Platinum?
The SV is the well-equipped eight-seat starting trim. The SL adds leather, a power-folding third row, a power liftgate, remote start, and a surround-view camera, while the Platinum adds more luxury and safety equipment, including cooled front seats, heated rear seats, rear entertainment, adaptive cruise control, and added collision, lane, blind-spot, and reversing assistance.
2017 Nissan Armada Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2017 Nissan Armada.
4.2
2017 Nissan Armada
(293 reviews)
“Excellent value in the large SUV space. Excellent interior with similar materials and design with Infinity. Purchased GM products previously, the Armada is just a better value. If the driver is over 6' tall please check is the driver seat can be adjusted for comfort.”
“Not a lot of interior storage compartments in front. Windshield might be at a weird angle as I have 4 major rock chips & spiders in the first 2 weeks of owning. New windshield quoted at over $1400. But I love the exterior and interior appearance, lots of room... sleek and rides very well!”