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2004 Nissan Armada Review
All-new full-size SUV starts at the front of the class.
2004 Armada Review Summary & Specifications
The PathfinderArmada is Nissan's first full-size sport-utility, but you'd never know by driving it as it's a well-designed and executed entry. We are extremely impressed with the Armada's powertrain. Few owners will push it even close to its dynamic capabilities. Its cleverly conceived interior provides both the room and the creature features that should satisfy its owners.In short, the new Nissan Armada may be the best vehicle in its class.
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| Vehicle Category | Sport Utility Vehicles |
| Editor | Larry Edsall |
| Model Lineup | Nissan Pathfinder Armada SE 2WD ($33,300); SE 4WD ($36,100); LE 2WD ($37,800); LE 4WD (40,600); SE Off-Road 2WD ($36,450); SE Off-Road 4WD ($49,250) |
| Engines (standard) | 5.6-liter dohc V8 |
| Transmissions (standard) | 5-speed automatic |
| Engines (optional) | 305-hp 5.6-liter dohc 32-valve V8 |
| Transmissions (optional) | 5-speed automatic |
| Safety Equipment (standard) | dual front airbags, roof-mounted curtain air bags covering all three rows of seats, 3-point harness for all seating positions, child seat tether anchors and LATCH system, child safety rear door locks, anti-lock brakes, brake assist, electronic brake force distribution, Vehicle Dynamic Control, tire-pressure monitor system |
| Safety Equipment (optional) | driver and front-seat side air bags |
| Basic Warranty | 3 years/36,000 |
| Assembled In | Canton, Mississippi |
| Manufacturer Phone | 800-647-7261 |
| Manufacturer URL | www.nissanusa.com |
| Base Price MSRP | 33300 |
| Model Tested MSRP | Nissan Armada LE 2WD (37,800) |
| Standard Equipment | fog lamps, six-spoke 18x8-inch wheels, 265/70-aspect tires, leather seating, eight-way power driver's seat with memory, heated front seats, second-row captain's chairs, fold-flat passenger's and second and third-row seating, Bose audio system with in-dash 6-CD changer, cruise control, power windows with one-touch up/down, power locks, remote keyless entry, auto-dimming interior rear view mirror with compass/temperature readout, overhead console |
| Destination Charge | 650 |
| Options as Tested (MSRP) | Technology Package ($3,900) includes navigation system, automatic two-zone climate control, sunroof, power passenger seat and power lift gate; DVD Entertainment system ($1,500) |
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| Price as Tested | 43850 |
| Layout | front engine, rear-wheel drive |
| Horse Power | 305 hp @ 4900 rpm |
| Torque | 385 lb.-ft. @ 3600 rpm |
| Fuel Economy | 13/19 |
| Wheelbase | 123.2 |
| Length/Width/Height | 206.9/78.8/75.7 |
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| Turning Radius | 41.0 |
| Seating Capacity | 7 |
| Front Head/Hip/Leg room | 41.0/61.3/41.8 |
| Middle Head/Hip/Leg room | 40.0/609.1/41.9 |
| Rear Head/Hip/Leg room | 35.9/48.8/32.2 |
| Trunk Volume | 97.1 |
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| Front Suspension | independent |
| Rear Suspension | independent |
| Ground Clearance | 10.7 |
| Curb Weight | 5051 |
| Stock Tires | 265/70R18 |
| Brakes Front/Rear | disc/disc w ABS, EBD, Brake Assist |
| Fuel Capacity | 28 |
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