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2017 Nissan Armada Platinum 4x2

The 2017 Nissan Armada Platinum 4x2 is a 390-hp 5.6-liter V8 SUV with a 7-speed automatic and rear-wheel drive. It starts at $57,590 MSRP and is rated at 16 mpg combined.

It makes 390 horsepower at 5,800 rpm and 394 lb-ft of torque at 4000 rpm, spinning to a 6,000 rpm redline. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 14 mpg city and 19 mpg highway (16 mpg combined).

The Armada measures 208.9 inches long on a 121.1-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 5,716 lb.

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeSUV
PowertrainGas
Price
MSRP$57,590
MSRP with Destination$58,785
Destination Charge$1,195
Engine
Engine TypeNaturally aspirated V8 gasoline
Displacement5.6 L
Horsepower390 hp @ 5,800 rpm
Torque394 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm
Redline6,000 rpm
ValvetrainDOHC, 32-valve, silent chain, single-stage
Bore and Stroke98 x 92
Compression Ratio11.2:1
Injection TypeDirect Injection Gasoline (DIG)
Drivetrain
Drive TypeRWD
Transmission
Transmission7-speed automatic
1st Gear4.887 (41 mph **)
2nd Gear3.17 (63 mph **)
3rd Gear2.027 (99 mph **)
4th Gear1.412 (142 mph **)
5th Gear1 (201 mph **)
6th Gear0.864 (232 mph **)
7th Gear0.775 (259 mph **)
Final Drive2.937
Fuel Economy
City14 MPG
Highway19 MPG
Combined16 MPG
Recommended FuelRegular unleaded
Tank Capacity26 gal
Suspension
Front SuspensionDouble-wishbone independent
Rear SuspensionDouble-wishbone independent w/ automatic self-leveling
Front Stabilizer Bar36 mm
Rear Stabilizer Bar26.5 mm
Turning Diameter41.3 ft
Brakes
Front Brake CalipersVented disc
Front Brake DiscVented disc, 13.8 x 1.2 in
Rear Brake DiscVented disc, 13.8 x 0.8 in
Tires & Wheels
Wheels Front20 in aluminum-alloy (machine-faced)
Wheels Rear20 in aluminum-alloy (machine-faced)
Tires Front275/60R20
Tires Rear275/60R20
Dimensions & Weight
Length208.9 in
Width79.9 in
Height75.8 in
Wheelbase121.1 in
Front Track67.5 in
Rear Track67.9 in
Ground Clearance9.1 in
Approach Angle20.9°
Departure Angle22.3°
Cargo Volume16.5 ft³
Curb Weight5,716 lbs
Weight Distribution (F/R)51% / 49%
Interior
Headroom Front40.9 in
Headroom Rear40 in
Legroom Front41.9 in
Legroom Rear41 in
Shoulder Room Front63.8 in
Shoulder Room Rear63.4 in
Hip Room Front59.2 in
Hip Room Rear58.4 in
** Theoretical max speed per gear at redline

Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Tested, but no star ratings were published (2017 Nissan Armada SUV RWD).

Recalls

No recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2017 Nissan ARMADA.

81 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2017 Nissan ARMADA

Owner Complaints

81 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2017 Nissan ARMADA (3 mention a crash, 1 a fire, 4 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Electrical System33
Power Train17
Engine16
Service Brakes13
Air Bags12
Unknown Or Other8
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Jun 12, 2026 · Electrical System
“Half of the speedometer lights as well as dash lights go out while driving. Lights are full lit when vehicle is started but then fail.”
Jun 4, 2026 · Electrical System
“Dashboard lights for speedometer blink and half the side has gone dark”
Mar 26, 2026 · Electrical System, Lane Departure
“Unknown”
Mar 16, 2026 · Unknown Or Other
“I own a 2017 Nissan Armada with factory paint color QAB Pearl White. The paint has begun peeling and separating from the primer in multiple areas despite normal use and proper care. This appears to be…”
Feb 4, 2026 · Back Over Prevention, Forward Collision Avoidance
“BCI MALFUNCTION LIGHT COMES ON AFTER DRIVING FOR ABOUT ONE MILE AND WILL STAY LIKE THAT TILL THE VEHICLE IS TURNED OFF. THE CRUISE CONTROL WILL NOT WORK DURING THIS TIME. ON OTHER ONLINE FORUM A LOT…”

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 2017 NISSAN ARMADA. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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