When it’s all said & done: Scout’s honor
Heroic capability. Those were the words splashed across the top of our spec sheet from Nissan. And while Christine first chuckled at this, neither she nor Scott could find fault with this marketing sentiment after a full week of living with the Armada. The only thing it tossed our way that we didn’t like was the fuel economy. As a daily driver—or even as a weekender—there will be some hefty fuel bills to foot. Add some towing and hauling into the equation and it’ll take an even larger bite out of the fuel budget.
Yet one thing is certain when you traverse town in this ride: it’s a trek that’s not only agreeable, it powers up that “prepared for anything life can throw at ya” feeling. That's not something to take lightly--and we think any scout would agree.
Pros:
- full-size first-rate comfort and handling
- heavy-duty towing and haulability
- flex-fuel capability
Cons:
- low fuel economy
- no flex-fuel badging on exterior
- gated shifter a tad clunky to operate
Details and Specs:
Technical Features: 5.6-liter DOHC V-8, 5-speed automatic transmission with tow-haul mode, 4-wheel disc brakes with anti-lock braking system, all-mode 4WD system with 4-wheel unlimited slip, 2-speed transfer case with 4-low and auto 4x4, flex-fuel capability
Safety Features: roof-mounted curtain side-impact/rollover supp. air bags, advanced air bag system, 3-point seat belts for 3 rows, LATCH system for children
Interior Features: 4 12V power outlets, remote keyless entry system, 11-speaker and subwoofer Bose Audio system and XM satellite radio
Exterior Features: 18-inch alloy wheels and full-size spare, 265/70R 18 all-season tires, one piece roof rack with crossbars, fear sonar system, 6 cargo tie-down points,
The Nissan Armada’s V-8 is assembled at Nissan’s advanced engine facility in Decherd, Tennessee.
Page One: Initial Impressions, Look & Feel and Enviro-meter
Photos from the 2008 Nissan Armada SE 4x4 Flex-fuel Test Drive