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To compile this review of 2008 Nissan Armada, the automotive experts at TheCarConnection.com read through a wide range of reviews, citing the most useful comments. TheCarConnection.com’s editors have driven the Armada and add their experience with the vehicle to this comprehensive review.
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| Road Test |
The 2008 Nissan Armada full-size SUV caters to those who need serious towing ability along with space to haul up to eight passengers. The sturdy full-size 2008 Nissan Armada is based on the Titan pickup, so it’s built on a fully boxed truck frame.
The 2008 Nissan Armada comes with a 317-horsepower, 5.6-liter V-8, fitted to a five-speed automatic transmission and offered with either rear- or four-wheel drive. The powertrain affords a class-leading towing capacity of up to 9,100 pounds and has the capability to drive on ethanol-blend fuel. With 385 pound-feet of torque, it can move the 5,300-pound Armada quite authoritatively, even with a full load of passengers, thanks to the very responsive five-speed automatic, which doesn’t hesitate to downshift when needed. Fuel economy is a shameful 12 mpg in the city, which seems optimistic next to single-digit real-world results.
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| Positive Points |
- -Torquey, responsive powertrain
- -Impressive tow rating
- -Good driving position
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| Negative Points |
- -Clumsy handling
- -Very low fuel economy
- -Some interior materials look and feel subpar
- -Obscured visibility
- -Price stretches well into lux-brand territory
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