The stylish, powerful and roomy Nissan Armada enters the 2010 model year with a revised model lineup, which now features three well-equipped models: the Armada SE and two special editions, the Armada Titanium Edition and Armada Platinum Edition.

All three models are equipped with a 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. Available options include Moonroof and DVD Family Entertainment System.

The Armada Titanium Edition includes a full array of standard comfort and convenience features, including Nissan Intelligent Key™, leather-appointed seating, RearView Monitor, Bluetooth® Hands-Free Phone System, premium Bose® audio system with 11 speakers, power-folding 60/40-split 3rd row seat and auto-leveling rear air suspension.

The Armada Platinum Edition adds heated front seats and steering wheel, power rear liftgate, moonroof, DVD Family Entertainment System and Nissan Navigation system with XM NavTraffic® system with real-time traffic information (XM® subscription required, sold separately) and 9.3GB Music Box Hard Drive.

Other changes for 2010 include new two-piece body-color side moldings with chrome strip treatment, chrome roof rails and contrasting interior stitching for the Titanium and Platinum models, revised available wood grain finisher appearance, the addition of standard front seat side-impact supplemental air bags for the SE 4x2 model and three new exterior colors.

The 2010 Nissan Armada is offered in two-wheel and four-wheel drive and with available Flexible Fuel Vehicle (FFV) technology, which allows drivers to use traditional gasoline or an alternative fuel such as E85. The 2010 Armada has a towing capacity of up to 9,100 pounds (when properly equipped). The 2010 Nissan Armada is now available at Nissan retailers nationwide.

Revisions for 2010 include:

•Two new models – Armada Titanium Edition and Armada Platinum Edition (replacing the previous Armada LE model)

•Revised content of the Driver’s Package, Family Entertainment System Package, new SE Tow Package added

•New two-piece body-color side moldings with chrome strip treatment, chrome roof rails and contrasting interior stitching for the Titanium and Platinum models

•New 20-inch chrome-clad aluminum-alloy wheels for Platinum model

•Revised available wood grain finisher appearance

•Standard front seat side-impact supplemental air bags added to the SE 4x2 model

•Revised engine mounts

•Three new exterior colors – Lakeshore Slate, Tuscan Sun and Navy Blue

1. Armada has a more appealing/attractive/mean front grill
2. Armada uses Regular unleaded gas (87 octane) and Flex Fuel - which is cheaper than premium (91 Octane)
3. Armada (platinum) had every single option that is standard on the QX - no difference whatsoever
4. With the Armada, I can have all the toys and luxury inside, and the looks outside, without showcasing the ostentatiousness of the QX56
5. Price was about $9K cheaper on the Armada after both dealer's incentives.

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