Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2026 Armada.
The 2026 Nissan Armada retains the powertrain layout that has defined the model for over two decades, pairing a 6.5‑quart oil capacity with a 5W‑30 API‑rated oil to meet the demands of its automatic S9 transmission while delivering EPA‑rated fuel figures of 16 mpg city, 20 mpg highway and 18 mpg combined. Its reliability profile is notably clean, registering only six owner complaints across the entire model line and a single recall, and it sits near the bottom of the historical complaint spectrum that spans from 2004 to 2026—an era whose peak complaint year (2004) saw 462 issues compared with the record low of one complaint in 2016. This positioning suggests the 2026 Armada continues the trend of improving durability that researchers have observed in the platform’s recent generations.
Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.
Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.
| Transmission | Automatic (S9) |
| Overall length | 209.8 in |
| Overall width | 79.9 in |
| Overall height | 77.2 in |
| Wheelbase | 121.3 in |
| Curb weight | 6080 lb |
| Track (front / rear) | 68.1 / 67.7 in |
| EPA city / highway / combined | 16 / 20 / 18 mpg |
| Drivetrain | Rear-Wheel Drive |
| Recommended fuel | Premium Gasoline |
0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.
Independent road tests for the Armada of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.
| Year | Trim / engine | 0–60 | ¼ mile | HP | Drivetrain |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Pro-4X 3.5L Twin-Turbo V6 | 5.90 sec | 14.40 sec | 425 hp | 4WD |
| 2025 | Platinum Reserve 3.5L Twin-Turbo V6 | 6.00 sec | 14.50 sec | 425 hp | 4WD |
| 2025 | Platinum Reserve 3.5L Twin-Turbo V6 | 6.00 sec | 14.40 sec | 425 hp | 4WD |
| 2025 | Platinum Reserve 3.5L Twin-Turbo V6 | 6.10 sec | 14.50 sec | 425 hp | 4WD |
| 2025 | Platinum Reserve 3.5L Twin-Turbo V6 | 6.30 sec | 14.70 sec | 425 hp | 4WD |
| 2025 | Pro-4X 3.5L Twin-Turbo V6 | 6.30 sec | 14.80 sec | 425 hp | 4WD |
| 2022 | Platinum 5.6L V8 | 6.20 sec | 14.80 sec | 400 hp | AWD |
| 2021 | Platinum 5.6L V8 | 6.50 sec | 14.90 sec | 400 hp | AWD |
Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.
This engine holds 6.5 qt of 5W-30 API engine oil.
| Engine Oil | 5W-30 · API |
| Engine Oil Capacity | 6.5 qt |
Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.
The 2026 Nissan Armada sits at the tail end of a clear downward trend in federal complaints and recalls that began after a spike in the 2017–2019 model years. From 2020 onward, complaint counts have generally remained in the single digits, with the 2026 model recording just 6 complaints and 1 recall, alongside a low 6 technical service bulletins. This follows a minor uptick in 2025 (19 complaints, 1 recall) but still represents a fraction of the issues seen in earlier high-complaint years like 2004 (462 complaints) or 2017 (81 complaints). The 2026 complaints are spread across a few areas—power train, electrical system, service brakes, and structure—with no single dominant category and no reported crash or fire incidents. Given the sustained low complaint and recall activity in recent model years, the 2026 Armada appears to be a reliable choice within this generation.
All 6 complaints on record, top 6 components.
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.
Showing 1 of 1 campaigns on record for this vehicle.
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2025 Murano, 2025-2026 Armada, and Infiniti QX80 vehicles. A software error may occur in the In-Vehicle Infotainment (IVI) system at vehicle startup, resulting in… Remedy: The IVI system software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 2, 2026. Owners may…
Showing 5 of 6 bulletins on record with NHTSA.
| Bulletin | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| NTB26-006A | 2026-04-30 | Fuel/Propulsion System | FUEL FILLER TUBE LOWER SEAL IS LEAKING AND DTC P0456 IS STORED IN THE ECM This bulletin… |
| NTB09-131C | 2026-04-13 | Structure | CERTIFICATION LABEL AND VIN PLATE REPLACEMENT SERVICE INFORMATION Because of collision… |
| NTB09-131C | 2026-04-13 | Structure | CERTIFICATION LABEL AND VIN PLATE REPLACEMENT SERVICE INFORMATION Because of collision… |
| NTB26-006 | 2026-02-02 | Fuel/Propulsion System | FUEL FILLER TUBE LOWER SEAL IS LEAKING AND DTC P0456 IS STORED IN THE ECM IF YOU CONFIRM… |
| NTB25-063 | 2026-01-07 | Engine | VENT CONTROL VALVE IN ACTIVE TEST INOPERATIVE IN CONSULT 4 SERVICE INFORMATION An issue… |
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6.5 qt of 5W-30 API, per the factory manual.
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.
EPA figures are 16 city / 20 highway / 18 combined mpg.