DecodedCars2019 Nissan Armada
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2019 models.
- Class
- Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
- Body styles
- 4dr SUV
- Engines
- 5.6L 8-cyl
- Drivetrain
- Rear-Wheel Drive, 4-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Regular Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 16 combined · 14 city / 19 hwy
- Length
- 209.1 in
- Curb weight
- 5,917 lb
- NHTSA rating
- ★★★★★
- Recalls
- 1 campaign
Pros & cons
What's good
- AWD / 4WD available
Watch out for
- Below-average fuel economyBest version gets 16 MPG combined, 15% below the 2019 standard SUV average of 18.9 MPG.
- Higher rollover riskNHTSA estimates a 23.7% chance of rollover in a single-vehicle crash.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 9 similar 2019 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2019 Nissan Armada is a standard SUV offered with a 5.6L 8-cyl engine and rear-wheel drive and 4-wheel drive.
It measures about 209 inches long and 80 inches wide on a 121-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 5,917 lb.
EPA rates its most efficient version at 16 MPG combined (14 city / 19 highway), 15% worse than the 2019 standard SUV average of 18.9 MPG, for an estimated $4,200 a year in fuel.
In NHTSA crash testing it earned a 4-star overall rating.
It has 1 recall campaign on file and owners have filed 79 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the electrical system.
What changed for 2019
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2018 Armada — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2018; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2018 Armada →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4dr SUV | 209.1 in | 79.9 in | 76 in | 121.3 in | 67.7 / 68.1 in | 5,917 lb | 52/48 |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Armada 2WD | 5.6L 8-cyl | Automatic (S7) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 14 / 19 / 16 | -15% | $4,200 | 556 |
| Armada 4WD | 5.6L 8-cyl | Automatic (S7) | 4-Wheel Drive | 13 / 18 / 15 | -19% | $4,450 | 585 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2019 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Driver / passenger | Side | Side pole | Rollover | Rollover risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 Nissan Armada SUV RWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 2★ / 3★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 23.7% |
| 2019 Nissan Armada SUV AWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 2★ / 3★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 21.9% |
Similar 2019 standard SUVs
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 Nissan Armada (this car) | 16 MPG | ★★★★★ | 1 |
| 2019 Toyota Land Cruiser | 15 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
| 2019 GMC Yukon | 18 MPG | ★★★★★ | 3 |
| 2019 Chevrolet Tahoe | 18 MPG | ★★★★★ | 2 |
| 2019 Ford Expedition | 20 MPG | ★★★★★ | 11 |
| 2019 Dodge Durango | 21 MPG | ★★★★★ | 4 |
| 2019 Toyota Sequoia | 15 MPG | Not rated | 5 |
Recalls (1)
Back Over Prevention › Sensing System › Camera · Sep 12, 2019
NHTSA campaign 19V654000 · 1,228,830 vehicles
- Problem
- Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Nissan Altima, Armada, Frontier, Kicks, Leaf, Maxima, Murano, NV, NV200, Pathfinder, Rogue, Rogue Sport, Sentra, Titan, Titan Diesel, Versa Note and Versa Sedan vehicles, as well as Infiniti Q50, Q60, QX30 and QX80 vehicles. Additionally included are 2019 Nissan GT-R and Taxi and Infiniti QX50, QX60, Q70, Q70L vehicles. The back-up camera and display settings can be adjusted such that the rear view image is no longer visible and the system will retain that setting the next time the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."
- Risk
- The lack of an image in the back-up camera display increases the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Nissan will notify owners in phases, having dealers update the back-up camera settings software, free of charge. The recall began November 11, 2019 and all affected VINs should be activated. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669 or INFINITI customer service at 1-800-662-6200.
Not every 2019 Nissan Armada is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Used 2019 Nissan Armada buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 1 recall this year — ask for proof of repairs.
- Electrical System — 42 owner reports. Test every window, lock, light, screen and USB port; check the battery age.
- Service Brakes — 13 owner reports. Brake firmly from speed; check for pulling, pulsing pedal or ABS warning light.
- Engine — 11 owner reports. Cold-start the engine, listen for knocking, and watch for warning lights or hesitation on acceleration.
- Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 22,000 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2019 Nissan Armada. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other Armada years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Armada | 18 | 209.8 in | Not rated | 2 | 9 |
| 2025 Armada | 18 | 209.8 in | Not rated | 2 | 21 |
| 2024 Armada | 16 | 209.1 in | ★★★★★ | 1 | 4 |
| 2023 Armada | 16 | 209.1 in | ★★★★★ | 1 | 5 |
| 2022 Armada | 16 | 209.1 in | Not rated | 1 | 9 |
| 2021 Armada | 16 | 209.1 in | Not rated | 2 | 13 |
| 2020 Armada | 16 | 209.1 in | ★★★★★ | 2 | 27 |
| 2018 Armada | 16 | 209.1 in | ★★★★★ | 1 | 76 |
| 2017 Armada | 16 | 209.1 in | Not rated | 0 | 81 |
| 2015 Armada | 15 | 206.7 in | Not rated | 3 | 21 |
| 2014 Armada | 15 | 206.7 in | Not rated | 1 | 13 |
| 2013 Armada | 15 | 206.7 in | Not rated | 2 | 11 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Nissan. How we calculate this →