The Nissan Armada will be a carryover for the 2023 model year. Although an Armada redesign will reportedly drop the standard V8 engine, the current SUV will soldier on in its current form. The Armada last saw a refresh for the 2021 model year and remains relatively fresh within Nissan's lineup of vehicles.
As before, 2023 Armada trims will include the S, SV, SL, and Platinum. All grades except for the entry-level Armada S will get Amazon Alexa Built-In for enhanced voice integration. The 2023 Armada SV will gain remote start, LED fog lights, and an auto-dimming mirror, while the SL gets a heated steering wheel.
Under the hood, the 2023 Armada engine will remain limited to a 5.6L V8 engine producing 400 hp and 413 lb-ft of torque. Those are the same specs as the current Armada. While there have been rumors that the next-gen Armada may drop the V8 in favor of a turbo, this has not been officially confirmed.
Inside the cabin, the 2023 Armada features a 12.3-inch touchscreen display that Nissan claims is the largest in its class. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are also standard. Like most Nissans the Armada comes with Nissan Safety Shield 360, a full suite of driver assistance tech like automatic emergency braking.
Most Armadas can seat up to 8 passengers, though the SL and Platinum grades accommodate only 7 due to the fact that they have second-row captain's chairs. In terms of its length, the Armada is nearly as big as a Chevy Tahoe. Unlike the Jeep Wagoneer, there isn't a larger extended-wheelbase option.
The 2023 Armada is available in rear-wheel-drive and all-wheel-drive configurations on every trim. Though the Armada's engine got high marks in our last review, a fuel economy rating of 16 mpg overall with RWD was disappointing, and the suspension system seemed to have trouble coping with its weight.
