2026 Nissan Armada Nismo | First Look

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Nissan goes BIG with a new Armada Nismo model. Will it live up to the Nismo name? Check out Mike Danger's first look!


00:00 2026 Nissan Armada Nismo First Look
00:36 Exterior impressions
01:25 Interior impressions
02:18 Passenger space & seating
03:13 Horsepower
04:48 Safety features
05:27 Pricing
 
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Nissan goes BIG with a new Armada Nismo model. Will it live up to the Nismo name? Check out Mike Danger's first look!


00:00 2026 Nissan Armada Nismo First Look
00:36 Exterior impressions
01:25 Interior impressions
02:18 Passenger space & seating
03:13 Horsepower
04:48 Safety features
05:27 Pricing
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This is a fantastic first look! As someone who's been waiting to see what Nissan would do with the next-generation Armada, the introduction of a NISMO model right out of the gate is really exciting. The styling is just spot-on; that stealth gray color, the aggressive functional vents, and those exclusive 22-inch wheels create a seriously imposing look. I'm also thrilled to see the interior is getting the tech it deserves with those huge dual 14.3-inch screens and the inclusion of Google built-in. It finally looks like a modern, high-end SUV inside.

The performance upgrades are the real headline here, though. A NISMO-tuned 460-horsepower twin-turbo V6 sounds like it will be an absolute beast, and it's great to hear they've backed it up with an adaptive suspension, better steering, and an active exhaust. The addition of ProPilot Assist 2.1 for hands-free highway driving is a huge selling point for a family hauler that you'd take on long trips, blending performance with practicality.

My main questions, which the video understandably can't answer yet, revolve around the price. A vehicle this packed with performance and tech is going to command a premium, but how much? To truly compete, it needs to be priced strategically against the American V8s. I'm also very curious to experience the ride quality. Adaptive suspension is great, but I want to know how it handles those massive 22-inch wheels on regular, bumpy roads. This video did a great job building the hype; now I'm just eagerly waiting for late summer 2025 to see the final pricing and get behind the wheel for a test drive!
 
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