2011 Nissan Armada SV 4x4
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- Photo: 2015 Nissan Armada Platinum in Arctic Blue Metallic, front right, 08-30-2026 by Cutlass, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Nissan Armada 1 by Calreyn88, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Nissan Armada 日産 アルマーダ by Y kovac, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2015 Nissan Armada Platinum in Arctic Blue Metallic, rear right, 08-30-2026 by Cutlass, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: '05-'07 Nissan Armada -- Rear by Bull-Doser, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
The 2011 Nissan Armada SV 4x4 is a 317-hp 5.6-liter V8 SUV with a 5-speed electronically controlled automatic and four-wheel drive. It starts at $44,090 MSRP.
It makes 317 horsepower at 5,200 rpm and 385 lb-ft of torque at 3400 rpm, spinning to a 6,000 rpm redline.
The Armada measures 207.7 inches long on a 123.2-inch wheelbase.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | SUV |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $44,090 ($63,714 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 5.6L DOHC 32-Valve V8 "Endurance" (VK56DE) |
| Displacement | 5.6 L |
| Horsepower | 317 hp @ 5,200 rpm |
| Torque | 385 lb-ft @ 3400 rpm |
| Redline | 6,000 rpm |
| Valvetrain | 32-valve DOHC; silent chain, single-stage |
| Bore and Stroke | 98 x 92 |
| Compression Ratio | 9.8 : 1 |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | 4WD |
| Differential Type | Standard Dana axles; 2-wheel (2WD) or 4-wheel (4WD) Automatic Brake Limited Slip (ABLS) |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 5-Speed Electronically Controlled Automatic (w/ tow-haul mode) |
| Fuel Economy | |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular Unleaded (FFV models also accept up to 85% ethanol/E85) |
| Tank Capacity | 28 gal |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | Double-wishbone with stabilizer bar |
| Rear Suspension | Independent double-wishbone with stabilizer bar |
| Front Stabilizer Bar | 23 mm diameter |
| Rear Stabilizer Bar | 22.2 mm diameter |
| Turning Diameter | 40.8 ft |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | Vented disc, 13.8 x 1.2 in |
| Rear Brake Disc | Solid disc, 12.6 x 0.6 in |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 18 in. Aluminum-Alloy, painted (8JJx18) |
| Wheels Rear | 18 in. Aluminum-Alloy, painted (8JJx18) |
| Tires Front | 265/70R18 SUV |
| Tires Rear | 265/70R18 SUV |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 207.7 in |
| Wheelbase | 123.2 in |
| Ground Clearance | 10.4 in |
| Cargo Volume | 20 ft³ |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 41 in |
| Headroom Rear | 40 in |
| Legroom Front | 41.8 in |
| Legroom Rear | 41.9 in |
| Hip Room Front | 61.4 in |
| Hip Room Rear | 60.8 in |
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Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
| Overall | Not rated |
| Frontal crash | Not rated |
| Side crash | Not rated |
| Rollover | ★★★★★ (21.9 % risk) |
Other tested variants (1)
- 2011 Nissan Armada SUV RWD: overall not rated
Recalls
1 recall on file with NHTSA for the 2011 Nissan ARMADA. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Feb 10, 2023 · AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2008-2011 Titan, Frontier, Xterra, Pathfinder, Armada, and 2008-2009 Quest vehicles. The resin emblem on the driver's air bag cover may develop cracks and detach during air bag deployment.
Consequence: A detached emblem can become a projectile during air bag deployment, increasing the risk of injury to vehicle occupants.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the driver’s airbag cover. Owner letters were mailed December 8, 2023. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall are PC944, PC945, and PC946.
NHTSA campaign 23V067000
40 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2011 Nissan ARMADA
Owner Complaints
40 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2011 Nissan ARMADA (2 mention a crash, 2 a fire, 1 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Engine | 9 |
| Electrical System | 6 |
| Service Brakes | 6 |
| Suspension | 5 |
| Air Bags | 4 |
| Steering | 4 |
Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2011 NISSAN ARMADA. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.