2019 Nissan Armada SL // review, walk-around, and test drive // 100 rental cars

[@JoesGoldenGarage]

We have an 05 Armada se 4x4 off-road. It just turned 200k this week. Only oil changes , trans services, tires, brakes, an alternator and valve cover gaskets in alll these years. Phenomenal machine and we still drive it everywhere. The 5.6 is so reliable. It all moves the Armada effortlessly Thanks for this!

[@100RentalCars]

200,000 miles!?! Well done! Glad to hear Nissan is still building quality vehicles.

[@issuesexplained681]

Well I guess a strong engine and no crapy CVT can go a long way. 👍

[@JoesGoldenGarage]

We also have a 2017 rogue Sv with the xtronic cvt. It has 30k miles and the $189.99 cvt fluid change is due now

[@issuesexplained681]

Joes Golden Garage, well from what I’ve heard the CVT’s Nissan uses are prone to failure around 100,000 miles. Happened to my friends mom with her Murano. If you search Nissan CVT failure you will see what I mean.

[@JoesGoldenGarage]

Issues Explained oh yes very aware. But not until I was to late. I,m a dealer and let it get by me

[@gimj1_8]

Picked up my Armada from Miami Airport on a trip to Florida with the family. I was impressed by the sheer size , I was slightly worried that we wouldn't be able to store all 10 bags away but the Armada gobbled them up no problem. Comfortable ride and nice looking vehicle. Good memories

[@NikkiVee1120]

I purchased this vehicle 3 mos ago. Used 2019 platinum in EXCELLENT CONDITION with very low mileage. I love this vehicle. Great for family vacations. Not good on gas tho.

[@raqmeneses]

Lovely review! My dad bought this car for our family today, and this is an amazing video to follow to know the car better!

[@100RentalCars]

Good to hear! And thanks for the kind words.

[@leonidasc3536]

Thank you for the very thorough "walk through" of the Armada. I am a used car dealer and bought one for some friends to replace their older pickup. They love it. When my wife saw the Armada, she wanted to test drive one. She liked it so much that we bought one. I agree with your take on the Armada. Great work on the review! Thanks again.

[@edweagle]

I rented this in Nov on a trip in Ontario. It surprised me how drivable it was on those highways. It actually kinda got me interested in dumping cars and going suv for my next vehicle. If I was in the market, there is a used 2019 with 40k on it for 36k in this province (i'd offer 30-32k). To be honest, kinda tempting

[@carolinavelez1460]

Nice how he explained everything. Very detailed. Awesome video, thank you

[@user9896boat]

I’m right now watching this in the Nissan Armada my dad is renting and I love it 😁

[@ebiedog]

$2.99 a gallon...the good old days.

[@ahmedtaher578]

Great review man. I like your detail and your time efficiency!

[@100RentalCars]

Thank you!

[@damwa]

Great reliable vehicle. Old school naturally aspirated V8 engine. They drive these things off road in Australia and the Middle East. in 120 degree heat.

[@pamelawilson4824]

I purchased this same model, I’m in love ! I’ve had the Altima, pathfinder and now the Armada. I hope to have the patrol one day.

[@Oakcliffagent]

Its the same car as the armada tho

[@thomashill9065]

I've had my 2019 Armada for about two months and I've spent about two thousand dollars on it but I love this car and I usually buy new cars. Love it and it will go if you need it! Dont play.

[@cmburns2606]

$2k in repairs?

[@AB-coyote]

It was only called Pathfinder Armada for the 2004 Model Year.

[@eissa_ilshihi]

This car is just a legend missing some touches

[@LouAntonioGiordano]

Nissan Patrol. Been around in other parts of the world since 2010. This thing is made in Japan too.

[@FaisalBash]

True. We have it in Saudi Arabia since 2010

[@LouAntonioGiordano]

@CyberVeg It’s literally the same truck as the Y62 Patrol. Same engine and everything. I don’t know where you got your idea

[@bigcrowfly]

These are not $54k cars. Secret of most luxury and big cars is that there is much more negotiating room. Dealers show these on their web sites with $12k discounts before you even start negotiating, so these are $42k vehicles. So can get one for the same or less than a similarly equipped midsized SUV like Pilot, Explorer, HIghlander, Atlas.

[@100RentalCars]

$12,000 in discounts!?! Whoa. Makes sense too, because $42,000 seems like a much more reasonable price for the Armada.

[@jaimetrevino9244]

You must be looking at entry level models

[@JoesGoldenGarage]

You can also get about $10k off sticker on the regular at most dealers. Especially the big ones.

[@100RentalCars]

Really? That's crazy.

[@HALWG51]

Exact same key FOB as I have for my 2018 Murano. The dash layout actually looks like my old 2012 Murano, which is sorely outdated.

[@magik306]

I agree. Same screen as my 2010 Murano

[@sprague49]

2:47 About the cabin noise...the QX80 is supposed to be extremely quiet as big SUV's go. I wonder if the Armada is just missing some sound deadening and acoustic glass. I'm currently renting an Audi Q7 and it's road noise is awful with those foot wide tires.

[@nickr3441]

14 miles/G is down right brutal. Despite it's size

[@100RentalCars]

It is pretty bad, right? I mean, I'd never buy ~any~ vehicle that got below 35 mpg. But that's just me.

[@jclsystems1634]

Yea it is a little pricey, but its perfect for my family! I'm gonna get it at a much cheaper price! Connections is Everything!

[@Mgoblagulkablong]

Those are bargains used. New they are just overprized dinosaurs.

[@100RentalCars]

So it seems. Several people have mentioned that dealers will take $10,000 to $14,000 off sticker price. That's insane in my opinion.

[@alfonsochapa8967]

It Was amazing for me. but got lot problems with remote controls and star ingine

[@jimfloyd3292]

They advertise cheapest base model for 38k. That’s the best price on a new full size suv. Great reviews on drivetrain. And power to tow big toys. What’s not to like.

[@ryanfrisby7389]

I personally think this is better the the QX80 and one of the better full size, non luxury suvs.

[@paulstanley3265]

Good video does the second row seats recline?

[@ramoncarter6585]

The Armada is a nice SUV see lots of them on the road. I love Nissans think they are the best vehicles ever my next review will be the 2019 Altima as rental and 2020 Versa.

[@100RentalCars]

What do you think? Has Nissan done a good job with this one? Or do you agree with me that it could use a bit of a refresh before it can be considered a "great" suv? Edit: typo

[@pedrofernandez3893]

Unibody SUV's are the present and future, these things are like dinosaurs. Ponderous on the road, take up too much space and use way too much gas.

[@dalegribble7578]

time for a major redesign!

[@100RentalCars]

Agreed! I just read that Nissan is making changes to the 2020 model. Fingers crossed they do it right!

[@patricktravelandcarvlogs680]

100 Rental Cars I actually like this car better in the looks department but it’s still outdated. I was at the enterprise at Baltimore Washington airport and they wanted to give me this a Ford Expedition or a kia telluride or Hyundai palisade or i chose the Hyundai Tucson. Next time I’ll get the telluride i do like the way the telluride looks . But it takes me alot longer to rent a car at the Baltimore airport because the customers sign additional paperwork and the clerks are really pushy they will try anything to get you to buy their insurance keep in mind Baltimore isn’t a great city I only travel there for work. Have you ever experienced that?

[@ramoncarter6585]

They did well with this generation the first was boring and cheap looking like came out in the late 90s they really made this more top of the line just missing couple things leaving behind other competitors thinking why so expensive missing (Apple Car Play and Android Auto) but still beautiful SUV that has been out since '17 maybe need mid cycle for 2020 with (Apple Car Play and Android Auto) with dual panorama moonroof included.

[@ryanfrisby7389]

Howdy, great review as always! My personal opinion is that this car is a total waste of money. Also, Ottawa, Ontario?😸😸

[@100RentalCars]

Howdy! Yeah, it's too much money for my taste too. And Ontario? I wish. No, I was in Ottawa, Illinois for the day.

[@Shane23Armada]

The old armada had 29 gallon tank . I get about 20.6 mpg on my 2013 armada

[@Cheedee]

They need to come out with a new one

[@100RentalCars]

Agreed!

[@100RentalCars]

Wait a second, did you change your user name? ...now I gotta check out your channel.

[@jeffreythames8543]

Have an 2018 .. it’s a great SUV

[@100RentalCars]

Nice!

[@jeangrey2788]

100 Rental Cars i want to try this suv but cant decide on getting a truck or this. I don’t have a family I just like the option to haul stuff and if I have to pick up a mattress or tools etc I can, or even if some people have to ride with me. Now for gas I have a cross over Santa fe 30$ will fill it up if I’m at half or a little below. Is the gas millage good on this suv? And does this suv eat a lot of gas?

[@100RentalCars]

Hi Darius! No, the Armada isn't very good on the gas mileage. It's big and heavy, so it eats up a lot of gas. Have you thought about checking out a small pickup? You'll likely get better gas mileage and you'll still have room to haul things. The Frontier is one of my favorites, but there's plenty of other options. Go test drive a few, and lete know what you think!

[@jeffreythames8543]

It gets exactly what other large SUVs get what you’d expect

[@fathersonreseller1185]

How come the third row seat don’t fold flat?

[@jasonl.6652]

How does the quietness compared to QX80 you reviewed? This one you said is louder but qx80 is better?

[@100RentalCars]

Yes, the Infiniti is quieter. But only by a little. Honestly, besides a few design differences, I really don't notice much difference between the two vehicles. That's why I recommend buying, or at least considering, the one.

[@donaldhenderson3495]

I rented the Infiniti QX80 in April. I thought it drove like a slug. I did some research and learned that the chassis has not changed since 2011. One thing that I did like, you can scroll through the different camera angles while driving.

[@100RentalCars]

Agreed! Playing around with the camera is fun. And it's super helpful when you're trying to park in a tight spot.

[@dumdumbrown4225]

…so this thing is powered by a wicked grungy 5.7L naturally aspirated V8 that Nissan uses for V8 Supercar racing in Australia, the UAE etc. and can do some impressive off-roading with 390HP, a limited slip rear diff and off-the-charts traction control - it’s in a performance and reliability class of its own - no point comparing it to Jeeps, Toyota Landcruisers, Chevies or GMs- awesome - it’s *4WD royalty* ...it’s a ‘Trol!! Finally, the USA gets the off-road legend the rest of the world knows and loves as the Nissan Patrol 😃

[@jasonl753]

How is the quietness compared to the Infiniti Qx80 review you did? Thanks

[@100RentalCars]

Pretty similar. I don't think cabin noise is an issue on either vehicle. Which are you thinking of getting?

[@bradleyscarreviews]

@@100RentalCars hey, I know I am late, but what vehicles are considered from the rental company as “premium suv”

[@dumdumbrown4225]

GMC, Ford, Chevrolet, Dodge, Toyota: making mountains out of ‘Trol Hills since 1951 😂 …as they say in the UAE, “…sure, take all the Landcruisers you want - and to be safe, take with you one Patrol!”

[@jeangrey2788]

Is this the base model I’m trying to find a review on just that

[@100RentalCars]

Hi Darius. Nope, it's not the base model. That's the "SV". This is the SL, which is only slightly better/more expensive. I'll look around and see if I can find a decent review of the SV for you. In the meantime, are you looking to buy or rent?

[@jeangrey2788]

100 Rental Cars buy

[@yankswap]

What do you do for a living? You rent a lot of vehicles.

[@LeftJoystick]

He rents. (I have no idea). Lol

[@nickr3441]

He won't tell us

[@yankswap]

@@nickr3441 Why not? Are we security threats or something?

[@nickr3441]

@@yankswap no idea. Probably some government job.

[@JulezWinnfield]

If he tells you, he will have to kill you. That's how it works when you ask questions.

[@ShadowOhSoSweet]

The key is inside the fob

[@jeangrey3045]

In a dealer I go to they sell the armadas 2019 sl at $38k pretty cheap and you pay $1k a month but for a 2019 tahoe lt it cost $45,995 and you pay $1,242 so idk which one is a better deal

[@KZ-do6il]

New? 4x4 ? Ill buy one for 37k if u can get me that deal

[@jeangrey3045]

@@KZ-do6il it’s 2019 it does have 37k miles but this one is pretty cheap and it’s 4x4

[@KZ-do6il]

@@jeangrey3045 you went from selling a new one for 38k to a used with almost 40k for 37k

[@jeepguy95]

These are great vehicles, but the Chevy Tahoe, GMC Yukon, and Ford Expedition, in the same class, offer a few more features (Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, a more updated infotainment system, 4G LTE Wi-Fi, and more driver assistance technologies). If Nissan would update the Armada a bit more with these features, it'd sell better than it does. Of course, it DOES have better features AND is less expensive than a Toyota Sequoia (even though THAT vehicle got Apple CarPlay and Android Auto for 2020), and IS more powerful than ANY of the base engines in ALL of its competitors (for the others, you have to upgrade to a higher model just to get the better engine), so it has that going for it.

[@100RentalCars]

Agreed. It's a decent SUV, it just needs a refresh/update to make it great.

[@tonym9450]

Rented one and has plenty of power to fight and pull away from road rage in Arizona 🤣🤣🤣

[@elvis-jj1sc]

this guys a du bag I have one 16 hwy I get no slag on the pedal and yes its a rolling hotel!

[@ikanionu7786]

My car is perfect 🥰 💞 👌

[@ironamnesia5230]

can you do a review on the mitsubishi l200 2019?

[@100RentalCars]

Sure! I can't promise anything, because I'm not sure if one is available by me, but I will try.

[@altamirano2111]

Funner?

[@pedrofernandez3893]

If you must have a traditional body on frame SUV.

[@jeffreythames8543]

It’s about like other large SUV .. 14-15 city 17-18 hwy

[@AYouTubeChannelwithNoName]

This looks like an oversized Kia Soul

[@yoo.ufineasf]

It looks like a partrol

[@hurleylee5754]

I’d prefer the sequoia

[@caribgenius]

Why on earth would you prefer thr Sequoia? 😂

[@hurleylee5754]

@@caribgenius they both are like outdated and I think the 3rd row of the sequoia is bigger

[@mojorisin7371]

Great review, unfortunately for me Nissan is not a brand I'll ever own again. Their quality since being bought by Renault has dramatically decreased. Take this design a platform that came out 10 years ago and probably longer as the Patrol in other countries is used albeit a better suspension and 4wd system but non the less outdated and out of class considering its real intent. Lack of rear window opening, lack luster and thirsty V8, dated console, poor reliability ratings and expensive to maintain and fix. All great reasons to shell that money on something much better in comparison. Fords Expedition, Chevy Tahoe/Yukon, Even the dated Toyota Sequoia have better rides, quality and competitive pricing. To me Nissan is the bottom of the barrel from the Japanese brands. Great looks but ends there.

[@100RentalCars]

Thanks Mojo. And I agree, I enjoy driving Nissan's as rentals, but I'm not sure I'd ever actually buy one.

[@newwavetheo]

Sounds like your repeating Scotty Kilmer! However, you are right regarding quality control on Nissan/Infiniti with CVTs. The platform being 10 years old isn't necessarily a bad thing, means that is proven design. Anything remotely defective would not last that long in continuous production. The Armada / Patrol / QX80 uses a regular torque converter 7-speed auto and the 5.6 V8 has been around more than a decade as well. Same thing goes for the Toyota Sequoia and Tundra, which use old V8s and autos are pretty proven as well. I would take an Nissan over anything GM that's for sure. GM essentially killed the Saab brand, which I will never forget & forgive them for, and not to mention the ignition switches that killed people and tried to hide defective switches by changing parts numbers. Nissan may have bad quality now, but GM is on a whole NEW level of bad by knowingly installing those bad ignition switches. THAT is inexcusable.

[@Lumpia_In_Texas]

It's obvious you never rode in one if you said the above vehicles rode better. Take one for a test drive and compare it to the others you mentioned. I guarantee you will eat your words. Go to carmax and test ride before you spout more nonsense.

[@mojorisin7371]

@@Lumpia_In_Texas as a matter of fact I have. I see tons of vehicles on the road and people I know, had a Armada as a rental and owned a 2011 Infiniti Qx56, 2014 Maxima and 2006, 2005 Pathfinder and murano, all of them had issues, poor warranty and dealership experience from different ones in different areas so perhaps I could just have bad luck but I know a few people same dilemma and then read reviews and the same thing comes up, so maybe your lucky or just a troll. Either way the aforementioned vehicles have better luck of ownership and are easier and cheaper to fix. I would have liked to have a different experience as you see I gave them a lot of chances just couldn't in the end earn my loyalty.

[@Lumpia_In_Texas]

@@mojorisin7371 I have a 2015 qx80 and a 2019 LX570. You said the nissan is lackluster and thirsty lol l. Bullshit. It's faster than my lx and not as thirsty. They both ride similar too but the lx is more refined. Keep making shit up.

[@زيادالمظلوم-س1ب]

Hello can I have your Facebook please

[@804guwap]

not worth tha money , AT ALL