2015 Nissan Armada Platinum 0-60 Times, Top Speed, Specs, Quarter Mile, and Wallpapers

The 2015 Nissan Armada Platinum is a 4-wheel drive Sport Utility. It can accommodate up to 8 passengers. It has 5 Doors and is powered by a 5.6L V8 DOHC 32-valve engine which outputs 317 hp @ 5200 rpm and is paired with 5-speed automatic transmission gearbox. The 2015 Nissan Armada Platinum has cargo capacity of 566 Liters and the vehicle weighs 2652 kg. In terms of ride assists, the 2015 Nissan Armada Platinum has stability control and traction control in addition to anti-lock brake system (ABS). The vehicle has an optional engine as well It offers Front and rear sonar system and Rearview camera. Safety features also include Dual-stage supplemental driver side front airbag and Dual-stage supplemental passenger side front airbag. The front suspension is Independent front suspension while the rear suspension is Independent rear suspension. The car also features a Yes It has 20'' chromed alloy wheels as standard. Electronic features include Cruise Control. For convenience, the car has Power windows and Power door locks. There is also a remote keyless entry feature. Moreover, the car has. The steering wheel has audio control buttons. In terms of performance, the car has 346 N.m of torque and a top speed of 250 km/h. The 2015 Nissan Armada Platinum accelerates from zero to 60 mph in 8.3 seconds and hits quarter mile at 14.6 seconds. Fuel consumption is 19.2 L/100km in the city and 13.4 L/100km in the highway. The car price starts at $ 59,828

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Though the 2015 Nissan Armada is a capable full-size SUV, it's outclassed by newer truck-based rivals as well as the latest crop of crossover SUVs.

Although full-size SUVs like the 2015 Nissan Armada aren't necessarily a great option for everyday family transportation, they continue to find homes in plenty of driveways across America. These heavyweight sport-utility vehicles are well suited for buyers who want to tow a boat or a trailer and carry a large family at the same time. If that's your lifestyle in a nutshell, the eight-passenger Armada will certainly meet your needs, though we'd steer you to a couple of its newer competitors first.

The key to the Armada's capability is a truck-type body-on-frame design, which it shares with Nissan's Titan full-size pickup along with its 5.6-liter V8 engine. A properly equipped Armada can tow up to 9,000 pounds. While that's an impressive number for this class, the big Nissan loses points for its overly stiff ride, poor fuel economy (it's worse than rivals in this regard) and low cargo capacity.

Our top picks for a full-size SUV are the 2015 Toyota Sequoia and Ford Expedition. The Sequoia isn't much better in the fuel economy department, but it's a supremely comfortable vehicle that excels at transporting both people and cargo. The Expedition has a high tow rating of its own and that, along with an updated cabin with roomy quarters for passengers and an efficient new turbocharged V6 engine, makes it better than ever for 2015. You may also want to look at the newly redesigned Chevrolet Tahoe and GMC Yukon siblings.

It's important to keep in mind, though, that due to their size and weight, all of these vehicles can be cumbersome to drive in crowded areas, and regardless of which powertrain you choose, you're not going to see 20 mpg very often. For these reasons, the majority of buyers would be better served by a large crossover like the 2015 Chevrolet Traverse, Mazda CX-9 or Toyota Highlander. These car-based vehicles have as much or more interior room than any of the traditional SUVs above. Plus, they return better fuel economy, they're easier to drive day-to-day, and they'll typically cost you less money up front and down the road on maintenance.

Bottom line, the 2015 Nissan Armada will do the job for buyers who need a capable SUV to haul a trailer and the family. However, it's not the best full-size SUV on sale in 2015, and buyers who don't truly need its heavy-duty capabilities will likely find that a large crossover is far more enjoyable to drive in the everyday grind.

The 2015 Nissan Armada is a full-size SUV offered in three trim levels: base SV, midrange SL and top-of-the-line Platinum. All give you the choice of two-wheel (rear-wheel drive) or four-wheel drive. Depending on the seating configuration, the Armada can seat seven or eight.

The SV trim comes well equipped with 18-inch alloy wheels, running boards, rear parking sensors, dual-zone automatic climate control, rear climate controls, cloth upholstery, an eight-way power driver seat and four-way power front passenger seat, an auto-dimming rearview mirror, a tilt-only steering wheel and power-adjustable pedals. Also standard are Bluetooth phone connectivity and an eight-speaker audio system with an in-dash six-CD changer, satellite radio and USB and auxiliary audio input jacks.

Four-wheel-drive SVs also come with foglights, a power liftgate, a rearview camera, a universal garage door opener, an 11-speaker Bose sound system with rear audio controls and towing preparation. These items are available via option packages on 2WD Armada SV models.

The Armada SL includes all the above equipment plus 20-inch alloy wheels, an auto-leveling rear air suspension, a roof rack, keyless ignition and entry, leather upholstery, heated front seats, a power-folding third-row seat and footwell lighting. A sunroof and a rear seat DVD entertainment system with dual 7-inch headrest-mounted screens are optional.

Moving up to the Platinum model gets you 20-inch chromed alloy wheels, front parking sensors, a sunroof, dual power-folding mirrors, heated second-row seats and steering wheel, memory functions for the driver seat and power-adjustable pedals, a 7-inch touchscreen display, a navigation system, Bluetooth audio connectivity and the rear seat DVD entertainment system. Second-row captain's chairs are available on the Platinum model as a replacement for the standard bench seat; choosing them drops passenger capacity to seven. A Platinum Reserve package adds distinctive dark chrome 20-inch alloy wheels and grille, two-tone leather upholstery and unique interior trim.

The 2015 Nissan Armada is powered by a 5.6-liter V8 engine that produces 317 horsepower and 385 pound-feet of torque. A five-speed automatic is the only available transmission. Buyers have a choice of rear-wheel drive or a four-wheel-drive system with low- and high-range gearing.

With either drivetrain, fuel economy is disappointing even for a large SUV. The EPA's fuel economy estimates are 15 mpg combined (13 city/19 highway) for two-wheel-drive models; buyers in certain U.S. states will encounter flex-fuel (E85-compatible) 2WD Armadas that are rated just 12 mpg city on regular gasoline. All 4WD Armadas are rated at 14 mpg combined (12/18). Depending on the configuration, the Armada can tow up to 9,000 pounds when properly equipped.

The 2015 Nissan Armada comes standard with antilock disc brakes, traction and stability control, front seat side-impact airbags, full-length side curtain airbags and front seat active head restraints. Rear parking sensors are standard on all 2015 Armadas, while front parking sensors come on the top Platinum trim level. A rearview camera is optional on the base SV with two-wheel drive and comes standard on everything else.

Piloting the 2015 Nissan Armada is about what you'd expect from an old-school SUV. The 5.6-liter V8 engine delivers beefy performance with brisk acceleration and ample passing and merging power. Fuel economy, however, can be downright abysmal.

The Armada's ride quality is generally good on pristine roads, but it deteriorates quickly over broken pavement, where it's at a significant disadvantage compared with newer competitors in this class. Handling is ponderous with the Nissan's supersize dimensions, and its heavily weighted steering makes it a handful in tight spaces. Granted, all full-size SUVs suffer from these same ills to one degree or another, and that's why we encourage shoppers who don't need huge towing capacity to opt for a large crossover that's both easier to drive and more fuel-efficient.

The 2015 Nissan Armada offers an eight-passenger cabin that's attractive and well put together. Gauges and controls are logically arranged and intuitive, though Platinum models equipped with the navigation system have an overload of buttons.

Seat comfort for front and second-row passengers is quite good. There's plenty of head- and legroom with either the 40/20/40-split second-row bench or the Platinum model's optional twin captain's chairs (which drop seating capacity to seven). However, the 60/40-split third-row seat is short on legroom compared with the third-row accommodations in other large SUVs.

Folding down all those rear seats gives the Armada 97 cubic feet of cargo space. While this number may sound impressive, it's actually much less room than you'll find in the Nissan's rivals.

Even though the 2015 Nissan Armada hasn't changed much compared to the 2004 version, this big SUV’s independent suspension gives it a surprisingly good ride on the highway. Part of the credit also goes to the long wheelbase – the distance between the front and rear tires – which helps settle the Armada on the highway. It's also reasonably maneuverable in parking lots, although like most big SUVs, you need to watch your corners in tight spaces; parking sensors and a rearview camera help here. Out on the road, the 5.6-liter V8 engine has little problem motivating the nearly 3-ton mass of the Armada, and the 5-speed automatic transmission is smooth in its operation, and kicks down to a lower gear quickly for passing. However, that transmission is short at least one gear compared to its competitors, a fact that's reflected in the fuel-economy numbers.

REAR-SEAT DESIGNThe 2015 Nissan Armada comes with a surprisingly roomy third row, one that offers enough legroom even for adults. We say "surprising" because many newer competitors – we're looking at you, Chevy Tahoe – don't offer nearly as much space.SELF-LEVELING REAR SUSPENSIONYou can load up the cargo and trailer capacity on the Armada SL and Platinum models without fear of a sagging suspension, thanks to the pneumatic rear suspension that automatically adjusts ride height to compensate for heavy loads.

Few people will feel claustrophobic in the 2015 Nissan Armada. With seating for up to eight passengers, the flexible interior can also be adjusted to seat two passengers and up to 97 cubic feet of assorted cargo, or anything in between. While the second row can be fitted with two captain’s chairs and a removable center console, the 2nd-row bench folds quickly and easily to allow good access to the third row. Once there, even adults will find enough head- and legroom, at least for shorter journeys. The Armada's interior materials and assembly are also up to modern standards.

The only noteworthy changes for the 2015 Nissan Armada are new wheels for the SL and Platinum models, and a couple of new exterior colors. Otherwise, this big SUV is unchanged, for better or for worse. If you like a unique look, then you'll dig the Armada's big chrome grille, boxy fenders and unique curved roofline. However, not everybody is fond of the look, and at least one staffer quipped that the roof looks like an armadillo inspired it. On a more practical note, the high-mounted rear-door handles can be difficult for small kids to reach.

The base model 2015 Nissan Armada SV comes standard with front and rear air conditioning, floor- and ceiling-mounted consoles, heated power outside mirrors, power-adjustable pedals, Bluetooth, 8-way heated power driver's seat, 4-way heated power passenger seat, and cruise control. SL models add keyless entry and push-button start, leather seats, a rearview camera, Bose audio, power-folding 3rd-row seat, power liftgate and auto-leveling rear air suspension. Top-line Platinum models add heated 2nd-row seats and steering wheel, a power moonroof, a hard-drive-based navigation system and middle-row DVD entertainment. All Armadas come standard with stability control and curtain airbags that cover all three rows.

All 2015 Nissan Armada models can be equipped with the 4-wheel-drive (4WD) package and a tow package. Other options vary by model level. A Driver Package for the base 2-wheel/rear-drive (2WD) Armada SV model adds a 12-speaker Bose audio system, power liftgate, RearView Monitor, fog lights and a power-folding 3rd-row seat; it's standard on 4WD models. The Armada SL offers a moonroof package, while the Platinum offers 2nd-row captain's-chair seating. Platinum models can also come with a Platinum Reserve package that adds 2-tone leather seats, dark chrome trim and other luxury touches.

There's only one engine available for the 2015 Nissan Armada: a 5.6-liter V8 with 317 horsepower and 385 lb-ft of torque, which can be configured to run on gasoline or E85 fuel blend. In SL and Platinum models, the Armada can tow up to 9,000 pounds when equipped with the available towing package. While down on power compared to its competitors, the Armada makes good use of its power, and it rarely lacks for grunt around town or on the highway.5.6-liter V8317 horsepower @ 5,200 rpm385 lb-ft of torque @ 3,400 rpmEPA city/highway fuel economy: 13/19 mpg (gasoline, 2WD), 12/18 mpg (gasoline, 4WD), 9/13 mpg (E85, 2WD), 9/13 mpg (E85, 4WD)

The Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) for the base 2WD 2015 Nissan Armada SV starts a little over $ 39,000 including the $ 995 destination charge. Opting for 4WD adds nearly $ 5,000, but includes the Driver Package. Rear-wheel-drive Armada SL models start at about $ 44,000, while Platinum models start at about $ 51,500. Check off all the option boxes, and a fully loaded Platinum with the Reserve package will run up to the $ 60,000 mark. That compares pretty well against the likes of the Chevy Tahoe, Ford Expedition and Toyota Sequoia, all of which easily crest the $ 60,000 mark. Before buying, check out the Fair Purchase Price to see the typical transaction price paid for Armadas in your area. The Nissan Armada is on the lower end of the resale ladder, a bit lower than the Chevrolet Tahoe and Ford Expedition, and well below the Toyota Sequoia.

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