DecodedCars2014 Nissan Armada
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2014 models.
- Class
- Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
- Body styles
- 4dr SUV 4WD Platinum
- Engines
- 5.6L 8-cyl
- Drivetrain
- Rear-Wheel Drive, 4-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Regular Gasoline, FFV
- MPG (best)
- 15 combined · 13 city / 19 hwy
- Length
- 206.7 in
- Curb weight
- 5,847 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 1 campaign
Pros & cons
What's good
- AWD / 4WD available
- Few owner complaints13 complaints filed with NHTSA versus about 244 for similar models.
Watch out for
- Below-average fuel economyBest version gets 15 MPG combined, 19% below the 2014 standard SUV average of 18.6 MPG.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 14 similar 2014 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2014 Nissan Armada is a standard SUV offered with a 5.6L 8-cyl engine and rear-wheel drive and 4-wheel drive.
It measures about 207 inches long and 79 inches wide on a 123-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 5,847 lb.
EPA rates its most efficient version at 15 MPG combined (13 city / 19 highway), 19% worse than the 2014 standard SUV average of 18.6 MPG, for an estimated $4,450 a year in fuel.
NHTSA has not published a 5-Star overall rating for this model year.
It has 1 recall campaign on file and owners have filed 13 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the unknown or other.
What changed for 2014
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2013 Armada — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2013; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2013 Armada →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4dr SUV 4WD Platinum | 206.7 in | 78.7 in | 78.7 in | 123.2 in | 67.7 / 68.1 in | 5,847 lb | 50/50 |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Armada 2WD | 5.6L 8-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 13 / 19 / 15 | -19% | $4,450 | 601 |
| Armada 2WD FFV | 5.6L 8-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 13 / 19 / 15 | -19% | $4,450 | 605 |
| Armada 4WD | 5.6L 8-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 12 / 18 / 14 | -22% | $4,800 | 623 |
| Armada 4WD FFV | 5.6L 8-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 12 / 18 / 14 | -22% | $4,800 | 622 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2014 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2014 Nissan Armada.
Similar 2014 standard SUVs
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 Nissan Armada (this car) | 15 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2014 Toyota Land Cruiser | 15 MPG | Not rated | 4 |
| 2014 Ford Explorer | 23 MPG | Not rated | 6 |
| 2014 Chevrolet Tahoe | 17 MPG | Not rated | 4 |
| 2014 GMC Yukon | 17 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
| 2014 Ford Expedition | 16 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2014 Nissan Pathfinder | 26 MPG | Not rated | 12 |
Recalls (1)
Air Bags › Frontal › Driver Side › Inflator Module · Mar 30, 2020
NHTSA campaign 20V188000 · 216,678 vehicles
- Problem
- Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2012-2017 NV Cargo and NV Passenger Van, 2013-2015 Titan and Armada and 2011-2012 Infiniti QX56 vehicles. Due to a manufacturing issue, the air bag inflator may not function properly or may rupture during deployment.
- Risk
- An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
- Fix
- Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front driver air bag inflators, free of charge. The recall began May 7, 2020. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669 or Infiniti customer service at 1-800-662-6200.
Not every 2014 Nissan Armada is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Used 2014 Nissan Armada buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 1 recall this year — ask for proof of repairs.
- Air Bags — 3 owner reports. Confirm the airbag warning light turns off after start-up and any airbag recall was completed.
- Power Train — 2 owner reports. Test-drive through all gears, including reverse; note slipping, harsh or delayed shifts.
- Steering — 2 owner reports. Turn lock-to-lock while parked and on the road; listen for noises and feel for heavy or loose steering.
- Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 70,000 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2014 Nissan Armada. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other Armada years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Armada | 18 | 209.8 in | Not rated | 2 | 9 |
| 2025 Armada | 18 | 209.8 in | Not rated | 2 | 21 |
| 2024 Armada | 16 | 209.1 in | ★★★★★ | 1 | 4 |
| 2023 Armada | 16 | 209.1 in | ★★★★★ | 1 | 5 |
| 2022 Armada | 16 | 209.1 in | Not rated | 1 | 9 |
| 2021 Armada | 16 | 209.1 in | Not rated | 2 | 13 |
| 2020 Armada | 16 | 209.1 in | ★★★★★ | 2 | 27 |
| 2019 Armada | 16 | 209.1 in | ★★★★★ | 1 | 79 |
| 2018 Armada | 16 | 209.1 in | ★★★★★ | 1 | 76 |
| 2017 Armada | 16 | 209.1 in | Not rated | 0 | 81 |
| 2015 Armada | 15 | 206.7 in | Not rated | 3 | 21 |
| 2013 Armada | 15 | 206.7 in | Not rated | 2 | 11 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Nissan. How we calculate this →