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Nissan Armada II (Y62, facelift 2021) 5.6 V8 (400 Hp) Automatic
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Nissan Armada:
The Nissan Armada is a full-size SUV manufactured by Nissan for the North American market, since 2003 for the 2004 model year.
From 2003 to 2015, the first-generation Armada was assembled in Canton, Mississippi based on the Nissan Titan. From mid-2016 onwards, the second-generation Armada is built in Yukuhashi, Kyushu, Japan. It shares the same platform as the Nissan Patrol, with American-specific modifications, and went on sale in mid-2016 as a 2017 model. A luxury version of the Armada has been sold as the Infiniti QX80....(Read more on Wikipedia)
II (Y62, facelift 2021) Overview:
Nissan Armada (II (Y62, facelift 2021)). With 560 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. At around 2598 kg, it’s on the heavier side. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. With seating for 8, it’s perfect for larger families.
5.6 V8 (400 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Strong and responsive V8 power, providing ample acceleration for a vehicle of its size, ideal for highway merging and passing, with slightly less drivetrain loss than 4WD.
Fuel Economy
While still a thirsty V8, the 2WD (RWD) configuration offers a marginal improvement in fuel efficiency compared to the 4WD variant, but remains high for its class.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Powerful and reliable 5.6L V8 engine
- • Spacious and comfortable eight-seat interior
- • Impressive towing capacity (up to 3,856 kg)
- • Smooth ride quality for a body-on-frame SUV
- • Strong off-road capability with 4WD models
Cons:
- • Poor fuel economy across all trims
- • Large size can be cumbersome in urban environments
- • Interior technology, while updated, still lags some rivals
- • High running costs due to fuel and maintenance
- • Limited cargo space behind the third row
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(I (WA60, facelift 2007): 2007 - 2016).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Nissan |
| Model: | Armada |
| Generation: | II (Y62, facelift 2021) |
| Modification (Engine): | 5.6 V8 (400 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | January, 2021 |
| End of production: | 2024 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | SUV |
| Seats: | 8 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Engine systems: | Start & Stop System |
| Power: | 400 Hp @ 5800 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 72 Hp/l [51mm more] |
| Torque: | 560 Nm @ 4000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | VK56VD More details about the engine VK56VD |
| Engine displacement: | 5552 |
| Number of cylinders: | 8 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC-VVEL |
| Engine oil capacity: | 6.5 l |
| Coolant: | 15.1 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 98 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 92 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 11.2:1 |
| Maximum engine speed: | 6000 rpm. |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 16.8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 12.4 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 14.7 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | LEV2-ULEV |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 6.4 kg/Hp, 155.6 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 4.6 kg/Nm, 217.9 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 2570-2627 |
| Max. weight: | 3311 |
| Max load: | 684-741 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 2701 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 467 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 3856 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 98 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Ramp-over (brakeover) angle: | 20.5-20.7° |
| Length: | 5306 mm mm [51mm more] |
| Width: | 2029 mm mm [27mm more] |
| Height: | 1925 mm mm [12mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 3076 mm mm [54mm less] |
| Front track: | 1715 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1725 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 231-234 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 12.6 m [above average] |
| Approach angle: | 20.8-21.0° |
| Departure angle: | 22.2-22.4° |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 7 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs, 350.52x30.48 mm [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs, 350.52x20.32 mm [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 265/70 R18; 275/60 R20; 275/50 R22 |
| Wheel rims size | 18; 20; 22 |
| Front suspension | Double wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Double wishbone |
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