Jim Keras Nissan

When it comes to providing everything you need for a complete family adventure experience, the Nissan Armada delivers once again in 2011 ? with seating for up to eight people, room for their stuff, ample power to go and tow, plus an array of luxury amenities designed to get you there and back in comfort and style.

Following a number of enhancements for last year, the changes for 2011 model year include a renaming of two of the three available Armada trim levels. The Armada SV replaces the previous Armada SE, and the Armada SL replaces the previous Titanium model. The Armada Platinum model continues unchanged. All three models are offered in both 2-wheel and 4-wheel drive. Other refinements include the addition of a new Almond color interior, replacing the Stone interior.

The 2011 Nissan Armada is again offered with available Flexible Fuel Vehicle (FFV) technology, which allows drivers to use traditional gasoline or E85 Ethanol. All three Armada models are equipped with a standard 5.6-liter Endurance V8 engine rated at 317 horsepower and 385 lb-ft of torque, along with an advanced 5-speed automatic transmission, heavy-duty fully boxed ladder frame and comfortable double-wishbone suspension.

?Since its introduction in 2004, the stylish, powerful and roomy Nissan Armada has stood out among the crowded field of full-size SUVs,? said Al Castignetti, vice president and general manager, Nissan Division, Nissan North America, Inc. (NNA). ?As a vehicle designed to enhance spirited adventures, Armada is equally adept around town as on a trail with its high levels of comfort, convenience, quality and versatility.?

An Expressive Exterior and Roomy, Versatile Interior
With its wide stance, long 123.2-inch wheelbase and short front and rear overhangs, the 2011 Armada offers a highly manageable length of just over 17 feet (207.7 inches) ? along with excellent stability and exceptional passenger and cargo room.

Armada?s expressive exterior design combines modern styling with traditional Nissan SUV ruggedness. SL and Platinum models feature chrome grilles (body-color on Armada SV), while all models include chrome front door handles body-color rear door handles, one-piece type roof rails, side step rails, halogen headlights and privacy glass on 2nd and 3rd row windows and rear liftgate. Armada also features two-piece body-color side moldings with chrome insert strips on SL and Platinum models, along with SL and Platinum badges on the respective models.

Other available equipment includes fog lights, chrome roof rack and chrome tailpipe finisher (standard on SL and Platinum), power-operated flip-out rear quarter windows (Platinum), power-folding outside mirrors with integrated turn signals and puddle lamps (Platinum), power-operated liftgate (Platinum) and power tilt/sliding glass moonroof (optional on SL, standard on Platinum Edition).

Armada is offered in seven exterior colors: Navy Blue, as well as Tuscan Sun, Lakeshore Slate, Galaxy Black, Smoke, Silver Lightning and Blizzard.

The Armada interior, like the exterior, combines modern style, functionality and versatility for active families. The large, comfortable interior offers class-leading 2nd row roominess and best-in-class interior overhead ? along with standard seating for eight. Second row Captain?s Chairs with a removable 2nd row console are optional with the Platinum model.

The front bucket seats feature 8-way power adjustment and a manual lumbar support, while a 4-way power-adjustable passenger seat is standard on SL and Platinum models (4-way manual on SV models). Armada SV models include a flat-fold front passenger seat with recessed work area. A gated floor-mounted shifter adds a sporty appearance and enhanced shift control.

Heated front seats, heated steering wheel and Platinum logo embroidered front seats are offered on Platinum models. Armada?s highly functional front center console includes specialized storage areas for pens, tissues, CDs, HVAC vents, two cupholders and 12-volt power outlet at rear of console. The overhead console features multiple storage bins, six overhead dome lights and rear HVAC controls.

The 2nd row offers a fold flat 40/20/40 split bench seat while the elevated 3rd row 60/40-split folding bench seat (folds flat into floor) includes a standard power-folding feature (optional on SV 4x2).

Luxurious Seton leather-appointed seating is standard on Armada SL and Platinum Editions, with cloth seating on Armada SV. Every 2011 Armada also offers up to 14 cupholders and dual-zone automatic climate control.

For 2011, Armada is available with a Bose® audio system with AM/FM/MP3/CD6, 11 speakers and subwoofer (optional on SV 4x2, standard on SV 4x4 and SL models). The Platinum model takes it a step further with a standard premium Bose® audio system with 9.3 GB Music Box® Hard Drive, AM/FM/MP3/CD6 with 11 speakers and subwoofer, dual media (allows use of radio and CD at the same time ? headphones must be used to listen to the second audio source), amplifier and XM® Satellite Radio (XM® subscription required, sold separately). The Platinum model also includes a standard Nissan Navigation System with XM NavTraffic® with Real-Time Traffic Information (XM® subscription required, sold separately).

Wood grain interior trim is also standard on SL and Platinum models, along with Nissan Intelligent Key? with Twist Start, RearView Monitor, Bluetooth® Hands-free Phone System and HomeLink® Universal Transceiver. Helping keep rear passengers occupied on trips of any length is an available DVD Family Entertainment System (standard on Platinum, optional on SL) with 8.0-inch rear monitor, two wireless headphones and remote controller.

The 2011 Armada is offered in two interior colors: the new Almond (replaces the previous Stone) and Charcoal.