2009 Nissan Armada Reviews, Pricing & Specs

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$37,210 to $47,860

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Essentially unchanged for 2009, the full-size 2009 Nissan Armada SUV continues to compete with the American big boys. Its 5.6-liter DOHC V8 delivers 317 hp with 385 ft-lbs of torque at a low 3,400 RPM, with a towing capacity of up to 9,000 pounds. The standard 5-speed automatic transmission comes with a tow/haul mode. Unfortunately, all that power means less-than-thrilling 12/18 mpg city/highway fuel economy.

Both the base SE and more-luxurious LE trims are offered in either rear-wheel drive or four-wheel drive, with the option to add an Off-Road package with all-terrain tires and skid plates. The 2009 Armada seats up to eight passengers in three rows, with a plentiful 41 inches of legroom in the first and second rows. The second row splits 40/20/40, while the third splits 60/40. With both rows flat, the 20-cubic-foot cargo area expands to 97 cubic feet. Optional second-row captain's chairs are available, as is a power-folding third row. Second-row passengers get their own controls for climate and audio. The cargo area features an organizer, net, and tie-downs, and its rear window opens separately from the liftgate for multiple points of access. Roof rails are also standard.

Both trims feature 4-wheel ABS brakes, traction and stability control, side impact door beams, and dual front-side and side curtain airbags for all rows. The SE starts with 18-inch wheels, while the LE gets 20-inch ones. Power features include an 8-way power driver's seat, remote entry, cruise control, and a 6-CD player with MP3 input. The LE boosts luxury in this "utility" vehicle by adding leather seats, a rearview camera, satellite radio, and wood trim. Available options include heated seats and mirrors and a navigation system with real-time traffic updates. The 2009 Armada should continue to impress drivers with its solid safety record, interior room, and durability. Whether SUVs themselves will continue to gain customers in this high-priced fuel era is another question altogether.

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Published Aug 8, 2022 by CarGurus Editorial Team
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by Tiffany V
Jul 10, 2022
I owned one it was an amazing suv and surprisingly not that bad on gas for its size most comfortable car I’ve ever owned Jul 10, 2022
by Guadalupe G
Feb 28, 2022
Its a 2009 Nissan Armada no issues It has black leather seats and no damage and works great.Feb 28, 2022
by Bob B
May 04, 2013
I love the way the car rides. The upgraded BOSE stereo system is GREAT! The rear camera makes moving in reverse a dream. Also allow for very easy trailer "hook up". The cabin is very comfortable and ergonomically pleasing. Rear door is great for "Tailgating" parties. Built in sun or rain shelter.May 04, 2013

2009 Nissan Armada Pricing

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Trims & specs

Air Conditioning

Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones · Rear air conditioning: with independent controls

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Rear side curtain airbags

Audio System

Antenna Type: diversity · Auxiliary audio input: jack · Wireless headphones · 6 disc in-dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · Premium Brand: Bose · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · 1 subwoofer · Total Number of Speakers: 8

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel · Front brakes: disc · Rear brakes: disc

Comfort Features

Floor Mats: front and rear · Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather

Convenience Features

Adjustable pedals: power · Center console: front console with storage · Cupholders: front · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Multi-function remote: Intelligent Key · One-touch windows: 2 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power steering: speed-proportional · Reading lights: third row · Rear power outlet: 12V · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio · Storage: storage organizer · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating

Driver Seat

Adjustable lumbar support: manual · Power adjustments: 8

Drivetrain

Axle ratio: 2.94

Exterior Features

Door handle color: chrome · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: black · Mirror color: chrome · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear trunk/liftgate: liftgate

Headrests

Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3 · Number of third row headrests: 2

In Car Entertainment

Video monitor size: 8 · Video system: auxiliary audio/video input

Lights

Headlights: Auto on

Passenger Seat

Power adjustments: 4

Rear Seats

Type: split-bench

Roof

Moonroof: with wind deflector · Roof rack: with crossbars · Roof rack color: black

Safety

Active head restraints: driver · Camera system: rearview · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: rear · Parking sensors: front

Seatbelts

Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front

Seats

Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat folding: folds flat · Rear seat manual adjustments: reclining · Third row seat folding: split · Upholstery: leather-appointed

Spare Tire

Mount Location: underbody

Spare Wheel

Rim Type: steel

Suspension

Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: strut · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: double wishbone · Stabilizer bar(s): front

Third Row Seat

Type: 40-60 split bench

Tires and Rims

Wheel type: aluminum alloy

Towing and Hauling

Trailer wiring: 7-pin

Windows

Front wipers: speed sensitive · Power windows: remote operation · Rear quarter windows: swing out · Rear wiper: intermittent · Solar-tinted glass: front

Air Conditioning

Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones · Rear air conditioning: with independent controls

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Front side curtain airbags

Audio System

Antenna Type: diversity · Auxiliary audio input: jack · Wireless headphones · 6 disc in-dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · Premium Brand: Bose · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · 1 subwoofer · Total Number of Speakers: 12

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel · Front brakes: disc · Rear brakes: disc

Comfort Features

Floor Mats: front and rear · Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather

Convenience Features

Adjustable pedals: power · Center console: front console with storage · Cupholders: front · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Multi-function remote: Intelligent Key · One-touch windows: 2 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power steering: speed-proportional · Reading lights: front · Rear power outlet: 12V · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Steering wheel mounted controls: cruise controls · Storage: front seatback · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating

Driver Seat

Adjustable lumbar support: manual · Power adjustments: 8

Drivetrain

4WD Type: part time w/ on demand setting · Axle ratio: 2.94 · Transfer Case: electronic hi-lo gear selection

Exterior Features

Door handle color: chrome · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: black · Mirror color: chrome · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear trunk/liftgate: liftgate

Headrests

Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3 · Number of third row headrests: 2

In Car Entertainment

Video monitor size: 8 · Video system: DVD player

Lights

Headlights: Auto on

Passenger Seat

Power adjustments: 4

Rear Seats

Type: split-bench

Roof

Moonroof: tilt · Roof rack: with crossbars · Roof rack color: black

Safety

Active head restraints: driver · Camera system: rearview · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: front · Parking sensors: front

Seatbelts

Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front

Seats

Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat folding: folds flat · Rear seat manual adjustments: reclining · Third row seat folding: split · Upholstery: cloth

Spare Tire

Mount Location: underbody

Spare Wheel

Rim Type: steel

Suspension

Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: strut · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: double wishbone · Stabilizer bar(s): rear

Third Row Seat

Type: 40-60 split bench

Tires and Rims

Wheel type: aluminum alloy

Towing and Hauling

Tow hooks: front · Trailer wiring: 7-pin

Windows

Front wipers: variable intermittent · Power windows: remote operation · Rear quarter windows: swing out · Rear wiper: intermittent

Air Conditioning

Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones · Rear air conditioning: with independent controls

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Front side curtain airbags

Audio System

Compact flash card auxiliary audio input · Hard Drive: 9.3GB · Wireless headphones · 6 disc in-dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · Premium Brand: Bose · AM/FM radio · XM with NavTraffic satellite radio · 1 subwoofer · Total Number of Speakers: 12

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel · Front brakes: disc · Rear brakes: disc

Comfort Features

Floor Mats: front and rear · Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather

Convenience Features

Adjustable pedals: power · Center console: front console with storage · Cupholders: front · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Memorized settings: side mirrors · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · One-touch windows: 2 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power steering: speed-proportional · Reading lights: rear · Rear power outlet: 12V · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Steering wheel mounted controls: cruise controls · Storage: storage organizer · Universal garage door opener: Homelink · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating

Driver Seat

Adjustable lumbar support: manual · Power adjustments: 8

Drivetrain

Axle ratio: 3.36

Engine

Battery: heavy duty

Exterior Features

Door handle color: chrome · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: black with chrome accents · Mirror color: chrome · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear trunk/liftgate: liftgate

Headrests

Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3 · Number of third row headrests: 2

In Car Entertainment

Video monitor size: 8 · Video system: DVD player

Lights

Headlights: Auto on

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: power

Passenger Seat

Power adjustments: 4

Rear Seats

Type: captains chairs

Roof

Moonroof: sliding sunshade · Roof rack color: black

Safety

Active head restraints: driver · Camera system: rearview · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: rear · Parking sensors: rear

Seatbelts

Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front

Seats

Front seat type: bucket · Rear seat folding: flat · Third row seat folding: split · Upholstery: leather

Spare Tire

Mount Location: underbody

Spare Wheel

Rim Type: steel

Suspension

Air Suspension: rear · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: strut · Leveling: self leveling suspension · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: double wishbone · Stabilizer bar(s): rear

Telematics

Navigation system: hard drive navigation system w/voice activation · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth

Third Row Seat

Type: 40-60 split bench · Upholstery: vinyl

Tires and Rims

Spare tire size: full-size matching · Wheel type: aluminum alloy · Wheels: chrome

Windows

Front wipers: variable intermittent · Liftgate window: power retracting · Power windows: remote operation · Rear quarter windows: power · Rear wiper: intermittent · Solar-tinted glass: front

Air Conditioning

Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones · Rear air conditioning: with independent controls

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Third row side curtain airbags

Audio System

Compact flash card auxiliary audio input · Hard Drive: 9.3GB · Wireless headphones · 6 disc in-dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · Premium Brand: Bose · AM/FM radio · XM with NavTraffic satellite radio · 1 subwoofer · Total Number of Speakers: 12

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel · Front brakes: disc · Rear brakes: disc

Comfort Features

Floor Mats: front and rear · Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather

Convenience Features

Adjustable pedals: power · Center console: front console with storage · Cupholders: rear · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Memorized settings: driver seat · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · One-touch windows: 2 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power steering: speed-proportional · Reading lights: third row · Rear power outlet: 12V · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Steering wheel mounted controls: cruise controls · Storage: sunglasses holder · Universal garage door opener: Homelink · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating

Driver Seat

Adjustable lumbar support: manual · Power adjustments: 8

Drivetrain

4WD Type: part time w/ on demand setting · Axle ratio: 3.36 · Transfer Case: electronic hi-lo gear selection

Engine

Battery: heavy duty

Exterior Features

Door handle color: chrome · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: black with chrome accents · Mirror color: chrome · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear trunk/liftgate: liftgate

Headrests

Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3 · Number of third row headrests: 2

In Car Entertainment

Video monitor size: 8 · Video system: DVD player

Lights

Headlights: Auto off

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: integrated turn signals

Passenger Seat

Power adjustments: 4

Rear Seats

Type: 40-20-40 split bench

Roof

Moonroof: with wind deflector · Roof rack color: black

Safety

Active head restraints: driver · Camera system: rearview · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: rear · Parking sensors: front

Seatbelts

Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front

Seats

Front seat type: bucket · Rear seat folding: flat · Third row seat folding: fold flat into floor · Upholstery: leather

Spare Tire

Mount Location: underbody

Spare Wheel

Rim Type: steel

Suspension

Air Suspension: rear · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: double wishbones · Leveling: self leveling suspension · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: double wishbone · Stabilizer bar(s): front

Telematics

Navigation system: touch screen display · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth

Third Row Seat

Type: 40-60 split bench · Upholstery: vinyl

Tires and Rims

Spare tire size: full-size matching · Wheel type: aluminum alloy · Wheels: chrome

Towing and Hauling

Tow hooks: front

Windows

Front wipers: variable intermittent · Liftgate window: manual flip-up · Power windows: remote operation · Rear quarter windows: power · Rear wiper: intermittent · Solar-tinted glass: front

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