The Patrol Y62, to give it its full in-house code name, is very different from every Nissan Patrol that preceded it. This Patrol has a big V8 engine that gives it exceptional performance. As well, its unusual and technically advanced suspension combines on-road handling impressively with off road ability. The Patrol has a luxurious and very roomy cabin with at least seven seats, and a sophisticated dual-range four-wheel drive system.
Pros Huge cabin; powerful engine; very capable off road.
Cons Heavy fuel use; needs plenty of parking room.
The Patrol does seem underdone with some of its controls and it is a big unit to thread around town. Yet it is a very good tow vehicle, with very good performance, pretty good stability and ride and the fuel consumption of a small V8 – if you don’t push it hard.
Pros Performance Relatively light on fuel Towing stability
Cons Outdated park brake Lack of digital speedometer Reduced towball download at GVM
The 2019 Nissan Armada is a wide family team bus with plenty of capability and a relatively low price tag.
Pros Strong V-8 pull Handsome interior Plenty of interior room Upscale SUV without a luxury price Standard automatic emergency braking
Cons Poor fuel economy Spotty safety data Bulbous sheet metal Awkward top trims
Nissan Armada SUV models are available with a 5.6 L-liter gas engine, with output up to 390 hp, depending on engine type. The 2019 Nissan Armada SUV comes with four wheel drive. Available transmissions include: 7-speed automatic.
Pros Attractive, high-quality interior Smooth V8 engine makes ample power for towing and hauling Rides more comfortably and less like a truck than some rival SUVs
Cons Third-row seating isn't as spacious as some rivals Infotainment system is dated No getting around the V8's poor fuel economy
The 2019 Nissan Armada ranked #5 in Large SUVs. Currently the Nissan Armada has a score of 7.9 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 26 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.
Pros Powerful engine Composed handling
Cons Outdated infotainment system Subpar cargo capacity Low gas mileage ratings