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- 894 below average suv 226,396 gasoline blue automatic
2006 nissan armada review this car review is specific to this model, not the actual vehicle for sale. Big, powerful, highly capable. introductionthe nissan armada is big and powerful, capable of towing heavy trailers, hauling eight passengers, and traversing rugged terrain or deep snow. based on the titan full-size pickup, the armada is as big as a ford expedition, and it's longer than the toyota sequoia or chevy tahoe. Armada easily accommodates seven or eight passengers in a roomy cabin that's comfortable, convenient and nicely appointed. Both rear rows fold flat giving the armada enormous cargo capacity. The armada is in many ways an american truck. Designed in california, the armada is built at nissan's recently built $1. 4 billion factory in canton, mississippi. armada comes equipped with a powerful v8 that betters its competition in horsepower and torque. Stand on the gas and nissan's 5. 6-liter engine delivers immediate throttle response and quick acceleration. Rated to tow up to 9,100 pounds, armada boasts the best towing capability in its class. A smooth five-speed automatic transmission adds to the responsiveness of the 32-valve double overhead-cam v8. handling is impressive for a full-size suv. New for 2006 are heated power folding mirrors with auto dim and integrated turn signals. Also, the factory audio system can now play mp3-formatted cds. Options for le include an upgrade package 600) with power rear lift gate and power front passenger's seat; a sunroof package 1000) including upgrade package options; and a technology package 3,400) with a navigation system, rearview video monitor, and sunroof package options. The tow package comes standard on 2006 armada se off road models. Off-road versions also feature seton leather seating surfaces, six-way power adjustment for the front-seat passenger, bose audio, fog lamps and the tow package. Also available is a choice of xm or sirius satellite radio 400). Dealer accessories include a grille guard 630), floor and cargo mats 200) and cargo tray 70). safety equipment includes curtain airbags for head protection for outboard passengers in all three rows, seat belt pretensioners for driver and front passenger, shoulder harnesses for all seating positions, vehicle dynamic control (an electronic stability control system), and a tire-pressure monitor, all standard. All models have power adjustable pedals and sonar-based rear proximity (park-assist) sensors. Anti-lock disc brakes (abs) with electronic brake-force distribution (ebd) and brake assist are standard. Side-impact airbags for driver and front passenger are optional and we recommend getting them for the torso protection they can provide. Using a tiny video camera, the optional rearview monitor displays an image of what's behind the vehicle onto the navigation screen whenever reverse is selected; we strongly recommend it as it can help alert the driver to children be. walkaroundthe nissan armada is big. Nearly 207 inches long, it's a foot longer than the chevy tahoe and gmc yukon, three inches longer than the toyota sequoia and an inch longer than the ford expedition. armada presents a bold and unmistakable appearance. It is big, but the design and styling features further emphasize its bulk and capabilities. Its wide stance and long wheelbase with short front and rear overhangs add visual strength. Pushing the wheels out toward the corners of the truck makes for easier maneuverability in tight quarters as well as rock-solid stability on the highway. adding to the armada's strong presence are its big chrome bumpers and big grille. The grille is body-colored on the se, and chromed for even more visual strength on the le. We think the front looks best in chrome, particularly with dark colors. Chrome with black, for example, gives the armada a handsome look when viewed from the front. from the side or rear three-quarter view, the armada almost looks like a cartoon drawing. Large flared front and rear fenders accentuate the substantial wheels and high-profile tires. The rear door edge, extending in a bold rearward diagonal from the running board to the roof rack, makes a strong design statement, emphasizing the high roofline over the main passenger section. The rear-door handles are mounted on the c-pillar above the fenders instead of down on the door panel. The overall design gives the armada a distinctively strong side view, like a football tackle poised at the line. the running boards are a good feature because step-in height is 21 to 22. 5 inches, depending on drivetrain and wheel size. viewed from the rear, the armada has a wide rear window, which can be opened separately. The hatch is large, providing a big opening for loading or unloading cargo. Though large, the rear door feels light when it is opened or closed. A power option allows the door to be opened or closed at the touch of a button on the key fob, useful when approaching with an armload of groceries on a rainy day. Enhancing armada's wide stance are narrow shoulders that frame the vertically stacked tail lamps and the tall, chromed center section of the rear bumper. interiorarmada's cabin is attractive, comfortable and convenient. The attractive mix of interior materials gives it a nice look without fake wood-grain trim or excessive use of chrome. The seton leather available on the off-road model is rich and luxurious with texture that's visually appealing. the eight-way adjustable driver's seat is comfortable and supportive. Adjustable pedals and a tilting steering column help ensure the proper driving position. We found the seats comfortable and liked the commanding view of the road. A two-piece sun visor keeps the sun off the eyes. The gauge package includes speedometer and tachometer, oil pressure, temperature, voltage and fuel gauges. Ordering the towing package adds a transmission temperature gauge. places to stash stuff are provided. Opening the lid to the center console reveals a deep storage compartment. In front of that is a large open binnacle, perfect for tossing odds and ends, and an arm swings out to secure a big water bottle. There are narrow storage channels along the sides of the center tunnel and more storage is found in the interior door panels and on top of the dashboard above the outer vents. The center console's well-designed cup holders are easy to access. A long, overhead console provides more storage and a pair of map lights. Three 12-volt outlets are provided, including one in the rear, and two of them provide power even when the engine is not running. the back seats offer acres of space. Passengers in the second row enjoy 42 inches of leg room. Families told nissan they need more room in the second row than what's available in other full-size suvs, so the armada was designed with best-in-class rear legroom. A choice of rear seats is available: a bench seat with a flip down armrest or captain's chairs with a large center console. Either way, the second-row seat feels roomier than in the ford expedition and much roomier than in tahoe, yukon, or sequoia. third-row seats are raised, stadium style, for better forward visibility by those sitting back there. The second-row seats easily flip down. Power Locks✔ Power Windows✔ Power Mirrors✔ Tachometer✔ Bucket Seats✔ Cruise Control✔ Sunroof/Moonroof✔ Air Conditioning✔ CD Changer✔ Navigation System
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