“The Armada is very spacious with lots of technology to help you stay safe while driving.”
2023 Nissan Armada: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The 2023 Nissan Armada is largely a carryover. Its main change is extra standard convenience equipment on the SV, led by LED fog lights becoming standard.
About the 2023 Nissan Armada
2nd generation (2017-2024), post-2021 refresh, late-cycle year
Nissan positions the Armada as its biggest SUV for people who need real towing strength, three rows, and an upscale feel in one vehicle. Its core identity is a traditional body-on-frame full-size SUV with V8 power, available 4WD, and up to 8,500 pounds of towing, but with more premium cabin materials and standard tech than some buyers expect at this price point. For most shoppers, it is the family-and-trailer SUV in Nissan’s lineup.
The S is the utility-focused version, with a 400-hp V8, a 12.3-inch touchscreen, three-row seating, and a broad driver-assistance suite. The SV adds everyday comforts, while the SL moves closer to luxury-SUV territory with leather seating, Bose audio, a 360-degree camera, and a moonroof. At the top, the Platinum adds quilted leather, heated and ventilated front seats, heated second-row seats, and dual rear entertainment screens.
What changed, by category
Tech
The SV gains standard LED fog lights, remote engine start, and an auto-dimming rearview mirror. The SL gains a heated steering wheel as standard equipment.
2023 Nissan Armada specs and features by trim
| Feature | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | V8, 5.6 Liter | V8, 5.6 Liter | V8, 5.6 Liter | V8, 5.6 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, 7-Spd Adaptive w/Manual Mode & Downshift Rev Matching | Automatic, 7-Spd Adaptive w/Manual Mode & Downshift Rev Matching | Automatic, 7-Spd Adaptive w/Manual Mode & Downshift Rev Matching | Automatic, 7-Spd Adaptive w/Manual Mode & Downshift Rev Matching |
| Drivetrain | 2WD | 2WD | 2WD | 4WD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 14 mpg | 14 mpg | 14 mpg | 14 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 19 mpg | 19 mpg | 19 mpg | 19 mpg |
| Horsepower | 400 hp | 400 hp | 400 hp | 400 hp |
| Torque | 413 lb-ft | 413 lb-ft | 413 lb-ft | 413 lb-ft |
| Max Towing | 8500 lb | 8500 lb | 8500 lb | 8500 lb |
| Trunk/Cargo | 95.4 cu-ft | 95.4 cu-ft | 95.4 cu-ft | 95.4 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 28.4 in | 28.4 in | 28.4 in | 28.4 in |
| Seats | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Alarm System | ||||
| Automatic Emergency Braking | ||||
| Blindspot Sensors | ||||
| Lane Departure Warning | ||||
| Rain Sensing Windshield Wipers | ||||
| Rear View Camera | ||||
| 360 Camera | ||||
| Alloy Wheels | ||||
| Fog Lights | ||||
| LED Headlights | ||||
| LED Tail Lights | ||||
| Memory Exterior Mirrors | ||||
| Power Moonroof | ||||
| Power Liftgate/Trunk Release | ||||
| Power Mirrors | ||||
| Privacy Glass | ||||
| Rear Spoiler | ||||
| Roof Rails | ||||
| Navigation System | ||||
| Premium Audio | ||||
| Rear DVD Entertainment System | ||||
| Smartphone Interface | ||||
| Subwoofer | ||||
| 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 Steering Wheel | ||||
| Power Folding Third Row Seat | ||||
| Proximity Keyless Entry | ||||
| Push-Button Engine Start | ||||
| Remote Start | ||||
| Third Row Seat | ||||
| Ventilated Front Seats | ||||
Frequently asked questions
What changed on the 2023 Nissan Armada compared with the 2022 model?
The 2023 Armada receives small trim-level equipment updates rather than a redesign. The SV gains standard LED fog lights, remote engine start, and an auto-dimming rearview mirror, while the SL gains a standard heated steering wheel.
Was the 2023 Nissan Armada redesigned?
No, the 2023 Nissan Armada was not redesigned. It is a late-cycle version of the second-generation SUV and carries over the broader design and equipment introduced with the 2021 refresh.
Did the 2023 Nissan Armada get a new engine or transmission?
No, the 2023 Armada keeps its 400-hp 5.6-liter V8 and seven-speed automatic transmission across the lineup. There were no powertrain changes for this model year.
Which 2023 Nissan Armada trim received the most changes?
The SV received the most changes for 2023. It gains standard LED fog lights, remote engine start, and an auto-dimming rearview mirror, while the SL’s only stated update is a standard heated steering wheel.
2023 Nissan Armada Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2023 Nissan Armada.
4.2
2023 Nissan Armada
(120 reviews)
“Nissan seems to be better equipped than the competing brands. However, short on storage.”
“If you're looking for a high quality full size SUV that won't break the bank, then the Armada is the car for you.”