2021 Nissan Armada SV 4x4
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- Photo: 2023 Nissan Armada SL in Aspen White TriCoat, front left by Mr.choppers, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Nissan Armada P4220648 by Alexander Migl, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2021 Nissan Armada SV 2WD in Brilliant Silver Metallic, rear right by Mr.choppers, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2023 Nissan Armada interior by deathpallie325, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 2021 Nissan Armada SV 4x4 is a 400-hp 5.6-liter V8 SUV with a 7-speed automatic and four-wheel drive. It starts at $55,900 MSRP and is rated at 15 mpg combined.
It makes 400 horsepower at 5,800 rpm and 413 lb-ft of torque at 4000 rpm, spinning to a 6,000 rpm redline. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 13 mpg city and 18 mpg highway (15 mpg combined).
The Armada measures 208.9 inches long on a 121.1-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 5,933 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | SUV |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $55,900 |
| MSRP with Destination | $57,395 |
| Destination Charge | $1,495 |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 5.6L V8 DOHC (VK56VD) with Variable Valve Event & Lift |
| Displacement | 5.6 L |
| Horsepower | 400 hp @ 5,800 rpm |
| Torque | 413 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm |
| Redline | 6,000 rpm |
| Valvetrain | DOHC, 32 valves |
| Bore and Stroke | 98 x 92 |
| Compression Ratio | 11.2 |
| Injection Type | Direct Injection Gas (DIG) |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | 4WD |
| Differential Type | 2- or 4-wheel limited-slip |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 7-speed automatic with OD |
| 1st Gear | 4.887 (41 mph **) |
| 2nd Gear | 3.17 (63 mph **) |
| 3rd Gear | 2.027 (98 mph **) |
| 4th Gear | 1.412 (140 mph **) |
| 5th Gear | 1 (198 mph **) |
| 6th Gear | 0.864 (229 mph **) |
| 7th Gear | 0.775 (256 mph **) |
| Reverse | 4.041 |
| Final Drive | 2.937 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 13 MPG |
| Highway | 18 MPG |
| Combined | 15 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular unleaded |
| Tank Capacity | 26 gal |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | Double-wishbone independent |
| Rear Suspension | Double-wishbone independent |
| Front Stabilizer Bar | 36 mm |
| Rear Stabilizer Bar | 26.5 mm |
| Turning Diameter | 41.3 ft |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Calipers | Vented Disc |
| Front Brake Disc | 13.8 x 1.2 in vented disc |
| Rear Brake Disc | 13.8 x 0.8 in vented disc |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 18 in |
| Wheels Rear | 18 in |
| Tires Front | 265/70R18 all-season |
| Tires Rear | 265/70R18 all-season |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 208.9 in |
| Width | 79.9 in |
| Height | 75.8 in |
| Wheelbase | 121.1 in |
| Front Track | 67.5 in |
| Rear Track | 67.9 in |
| Ground Clearance | 9.1 in |
| Approach Angle | 20.8° |
| Departure Angle | 22.2° |
| Cargo Volume | 16.5 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 5,933 lbs |
| Weight Distribution (F/R) | 52% / 48% |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 40.9 in |
| Headroom Rear | 40 in |
| Legroom Front | 41.9 in |
| Legroom Rear | 41 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 63.8 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 63.4 in |
| Hip Room Front | 59.2 in |
| Hip Room Rear | 58.4 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)
- 2021 Nissan Armada SUV RWD: overall not rated
Recalls
2 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2021 Nissan ARMADA. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Jul 15, 2026 · EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2020-2026 Nissan Armada, 2011-2013 Infiniti QX56, and 2014-2027 QX80 vehicles equipped with 22" wheels. The Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) listed on the certification label is incorrect, which can allow the vehicle to be overloaded. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
Consequence: An overloaded vehicle can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will install new labels, free of charge. Additionally, Nissan will mail replacement labels to owners. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed September 2, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available, anticipated Fall 2026. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's numbers for this recall are R26B1 and P6A13/4. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on July 16, 2026.
NHTSA campaign 26V455000
May 20, 2021 · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP:CONTROL/DRIVE MODULE
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Nissan Armada and 2020-2021 INFINITI QX80 vehicles equipped with V8 engines. The impeller can swell and bind within the fuel pump module, causing it to fail.
Consequence: Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel pump module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 4, 2022. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is R21A2. Owners may contact INFINITI customer service at 1-800-662-6200. INFINITI's number for this recall is R21A3.
NHTSA campaign 21V373000
13 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2021 Nissan ARMADA
Owner Complaints
13 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2021 Nissan ARMADA (1 mention a crash, 1 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 4 |
| Electrical System | 3 |
| Engine | 3 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 3 |
| Power Train | 2 |
| Unknown Or Other | 2 |
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 2021 NISSAN ARMADA. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.