<Tr> <Th> Height </Th> <Td> 1925 mm (75.8 inches) </Td> </Tr> <P> On August 28, 2013, Nissan announced that the next generation Armada would be based on the next - generation Titan and remain a body - on - frame full - size SUV . By 2015, Nissan announced that the 2015 models would be continued to be sold into the 2016 calendar year . </P> <P> On February 10, 2016, Nissan unveiled the second generation Armada at the Chicago Auto Show, and went on sale in August 2016 as a 2017 model . This version is based on the Nissan Patrol and Infiniti QX80, and is assembled in Japan, except for the Endurance V8 engine, which is assembled in Decherd, Tennessee . The Armada grew in length and width, but the wheelbase and height were moderately reduced . In addition to the Endurance V8, a seven - speed transmission was introduced to improve fuel economy, acceleration and torque, along with an increase in horsepower from 317 to 390 hp at 5,200 rpm . The exterior moderately differs from the updated Patrol, that was introduced in early 2014 . As with the previous generation, the Armada continued to offer 2WD and 4WD and available in SV, SL, and Platinum trims . </P> <P> The move is part of Nissan's plan to have the Armada and Patrol share the same global platform instead of sharing the platform with the American - built Titan, due to Nissan investing in expansion of its truck production in Mississippi . </P>

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