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2012 Nissan Armada

US · SUV · Sport Utility Vehicle - 2WD

The 2012 Nissan Armada is listed in the US market as a suv. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.

Engine
Varies by configuration: 5.6L 8-cylinder, 5.6L 8-cylinder (FFV)
Transmission
5-speed automatic
Drivetrain
Varies by configuration: RWD, 4WD
Fuel
Varies by configuration: Gasoline, Flex fuel
Economy
14 mpg (16.8 L/100 km) to 15 mpg (15.7 L/100 km) combined
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Specifications at a Glance

Key Figures

Units:
Engine / Powertrain
5.6L 8-cylinder, 5.6L 8-cylinder (FFV)
Combined Economy
14 mpg (16.8 L/100 km) to 15 mpg (15.7 L/100 km) combined
Drivetrain
RWD, 4WD
Transmission
5-speed automatic
Market: US·Switch units to convert the figures shown.
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Engine

Engine
SpecificationValueSource
EngineVaries by configuration: 5.6L 8-cylinder, 5.6L 8-cylinder (FFV)
Displacement5.6 L
Cylinders8
Fuel typeVaries by configuration: Gasoline, Flex fuel

Transmission and drivetrain

Transmission and drivetrain
SpecificationValueSource
TransmissionAutomatic
Gears5
DrivetrainVaries by configuration: RWD, 4WD

Fuel economy and range

Fuel economy and range
SpecificationValueSource
Combined14 mpg (16.8 L/100 km) to 15 mpg (15.7 L/100 km)
City12 mpg (19.6 L/100 km) to 13 mpg (18.1 L/100 km)
Highway18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km) to 19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km)

Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Aspiration, Power, Torque, Electric range, Battery capacity. We leave them out instead of estimating.

Trims and configurations

4 configurations listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.

Recalls

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. Last checked November 6, 2026.

  • 12V143000: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

    NISSAN IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2012 TITAN AND ARMADA VEHICLES, MANUFACTURED FROM AUGUST 12, 2011, THROUGH MARCH 13, 2012. THE PART 567 CERTIFICATION LABELS ON THE VEHICLES DO NOT CONTAIN RIM SIZE INFORMATION. THUS, THESE VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 110, “TIRE SELECTION AND RIMS.”

    Remedy: NISSAN WILL SUPPLY OWNERS WITH A NEW LABEL AND INSTRUCTIONS ON HOW INSTALL THE LABEL OR THE OWNER WILL HAVE THE OPTION OF TAKING THEIR VEHICLE TO A NISSAN DEALER TO HAVE THE NEW LABEL INSTALLED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON…

    Reported April 4, 2012. View on NHTSA

Data sources

  • EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved November 7, 2026 · US Government public data
  • NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 14, 2026 · US Government public data

Source checked: November 7, 2026

Data verified: November 7, 2026

Specifications can vary by market, trim, configuration and production date. Confirm with the manufacturer before buying parts or making safety decisions. Report an error.

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Frequently asked questions

What engine does the 2012 Nissan Armada have?

Varies by configuration: 5.6L 8-cylinder, 5.6L 8-cylinder (FFV). Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.

What is the fuel economy of the 2012 Nissan Armada?

Combined fuel economy is 14 mpg (16.8 L/100 km) to 15 mpg (15.7 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.

Is the 2012 Nissan Armada front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?

Drivetrain: Varies by configuration: RWD, 4WD.

Are there recalls for the 2012 Nissan Armada?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year (last checked November 6, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.