# Nissan Armada specs and mpg by year

- **Latest year:** 2026
- **MPG (combined):** 16-18
- **Drive:** 4WD, RWD
- **Years covered:** 2015-2026

## Quick answer

The 2026 Nissan Armada is a midsize/large SUV rated at 16-18 mpg combined. Engines: 3.5L V6 turbo.

## Every 2026 Nissan Armada version

| Version | Engine | Drive | Transmission | City/Hwy | Combined | Fuel cost / year | CO2 |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Armada 2WD | 3.5L V6 turbo | RWD | Automatic | 16/20 | 18 mpg | $4,550 | 506 g/mi |
| Armada 4WD | 3.5L V6 turbo | 4WD | Automatic | 16/19 | 17 mpg | $4,850 | 524 g/mi |
| Armada 4WD PRO-4X | 3.5L V6 turbo | 4WD | Automatic | 15/18 | 16 mpg | $5,150 | 556 g/mi |

Each row is a version the EPA tested. Fuel cost assumes 15,000 miles a year (55% city) at national average prices; CO2 is tailpipe emissions.

## Nissan Armada specs by year

| Year | Engines | Transmission | Drive | MPG (combined) |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| 2026 | 3.5L V6 turbo | Automatic | 4WD, RWD | 16-18 |
| 2025 | 3.5L V6 turbo | Automatic | 4WD, RWD | 16-18 |
| 2024 | 5.6L V8 | Automatic | 4WD, RWD | 15-16 |
| 2023 | 5.6L V8 | Automatic | 4WD, RWD | 15-16 |
| 2022 | 5.6L V8 | Automatic | 4WD, RWD | 15-16 |
| 2021 | 5.6L V8 | Automatic | 4WD, RWD | 15-16 |
| 2020 | 5.6L V8 | Automatic | 4WD, RWD | 15-16 |
| 2019 | 5.6L V8 | Automatic | 4WD, RWD | 15-16 |
| 2018 | 5.6L V8 | Automatic | 4WD, RWD | 15-16 |
| 2017 | 5.6L V8 | Automatic | 4WD, RWD | 15-16 |
| 2015 | 5.6L V8 | Automatic | 4WD, RWD | 14-15 |

EPA combined ratings. MPGe is the EPA efficiency measure for electric cars. Ranges cover every engine and drivetrain EPA tested for that year.

## How has the Armada changed over the years?

- **2025:** added 3.5L V6 turbo; dropped 5.6L V8.
- **2017:** combined mpg went from 14-15 to 15-16.

## What does it cost to run a Armada?

The EPA puts the 2026 Nissan Armada's fuel cost at **$4,550-$5,150 a year**, against about $2,984 for other current midsize/large SUVs: roughly 63% more. Over five years at 15,000 miles a year that is about $24,250 in fuel.

## Armada vs rivals

| Model | Powertrains | Fuel economy | Fuel cost / year |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| [Jeep Cherokee](/vehicles/jeep-cherokee) | Hybrid | 37 mpg | $1,800 |
| [Toyota Grand Highlander](/vehicles/toyota-grand-highlander) | Gas, Hybrid | 22-36 mpg | $1,850-$3,050 |
| [Toyota Highlander](/vehicles/toyota-highlander) | Gas, Hybrid | 24-35 mpg | $1,900-$2,800 |
| [Kia Telluride](/vehicles/kia-telluride) | Gas, Hybrid | 19-35 mpg | $1,900-$3,550 |
| [Hyundai Palisade](/vehicles/hyundai-palisade) | Gas, Hybrid | 19-34 mpg | $1,950-$3,550 |
| [Volvo XC90](/vehicles/volvo-xc90) | Hybrid, Plug-in hybrid | 23-27 mpg | $3,050-$3,550 |
| [Lexus TX](/vehicles/lexus-tx) | Gas, Hybrid | 23-27 mpg | $3,050-$3,550 |
| [BMW X5](/vehicles/bmw-x5) | Hybrid, Plug-in hybrid | 15-26 mpg | $3,150-$5,500 |

Other current midsize/large SUVs from other makes, most efficient first.

## Frequently asked questions

### What mpg does the 2026 Nissan Armada get?

The 2026 Nissan Armada is EPA-rated at 16-18 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain. Real-world mileage varies with speed, climate and load.

### What engine does the 2026 Nissan Armada have?

The 2026 Nissan Armada comes with: 3.5L V6 turbo. It uses automatic transmission and is offered with 4WD and RWD.

### Is there a hybrid Nissan Armada?

No. In the EPA data from 2015-2026 the Nissan Armada has no hybrid version.

### Which Nissan Armada year gets the best gas mileage?

In the EPA data, the 2026 Nissan Armada has the highest combined rating, up to 18 mpg. Ratings for the same model can change between years when engines or test procedures change.

### How much does it cost to fuel a 2026 Nissan Armada for a year?

About $4,550-$5,150 a year, using the EPA's assumptions of 15,000 miles (55% city, 45% highway) at national average fuel prices. Your cost depends on your local prices, mileage and driving style.

### What is the city and highway mpg of the 2026 Nissan Armada?

The most efficient 2026 version, the Armada 2WD, is rated 16 mpg city and 20 mpg highway (18 combined). Other engines and drivetrains are rated lower; the versions table above lists each one.

### How much CO2 does the 2026 Nissan Armada emit?

EPA rates its tailpipe CO2 at 506-556 grams per mile depending on version. Lower is better; the cleanest gas cars sit under 250 g/mi and electric cars have none at the tailpipe.

### Does the 2026 Nissan Armada come with all-wheel drive?

Yes. The 2026 Nissan Armada is offered with 4WD and RWD. All- or four-wheel drive usually costs 1-3 mpg compared with the two-wheel-drive version of the same engine, as the versions table shows.

### Is the Nissan Armada cheap to run compared with other midsize/large SUVs?

No, dearer than average: its EPA annual fuel cost of $4,550-$5,150 compares with about $2,984 for other current midsize/large SUV models. Fuel is only part of running costs; insurance, tires and repairs also differ.

## Sources

- [fueleconomy.gov (US DOE and EPA)](https://www.fueleconomy.gov/)

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Updated: 2026-11-03
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