Nissan Debuts 460HP Armada Nismo SUV

Nissan has unveiled the 2026 Armada Nismo, the first time its largest SUV receives the Nismo performance treatment, highlighted by a 3.5-liter twin-turbo V6 engine producing 460 horsepower—a 35 hp gain over the standard model—requiring premium fuel for peak output. The Armada Nismo features lower ground clearance, a retuned adaptive air suspension, sharper steering, and higher-performance all-season tires on unique 22-inch forged wheels. Aggressive bodywork, red accents, and an active sound enhancement system emphasize its sporty character. While pricing and performance benchmarks remain undisclosed, the model targets performance SUVs such as the Cadillac Escalade-V and outmuscles competitors like the Chevrolet Tahoe and Jeep Wagoneer. The Armada Nismo retains family utility while focusing more on on-road performance. This launch reflects a growing trend toward sportier variants of full-size SUVs to meet evolving customer preferences.