Used 2018 Nissan Armada for SaleNationwide
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Only show listings that include dealer fees- Year:
- 2018
- Make:
- Nissan
- Model:
- Armada
- Body type:
- SUV / Crossover
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- 4X2
- Engine:
- 390 hp 5.6L V8
- Exterior color:
- Hermosa Blue
- Combined gas mileage:
- 16 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior color:
- Black (Charcoal)
- Transmission:
- 7-Speed Automatic
- Mileage:
- 102,918
- Stock #:
- 18295HVX
- VIN:
- JN8AY2ND4J9057422

2018 Nissan Armada
SL
102,918 mi
$14,189
- Year:
- 2019
- Make:
- Nissan
- Model:
- Armada
- Body type:
- SUV / Crossover
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- 4X2
- Engine:
- 390 hp 5.6L V8
- Exterior color:
- Super Black
- Combined gas mileage:
- 16 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior color:
- Black (Charcoal)
- Transmission:
- 7-Speed Automatic
- Mileage:
- 97,780
- Stock #:
- CFT342A
- VIN:
- JN8AY2ND4KX008010

2019 Nissan Armada
SV RWD
97,780 mi
$16,224
- Year:
- 2017
- Make:
- Nissan
- Model:
- Armada
- Body type:
- SUV / Crossover
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- 4X2
- Engine:
- 390 hp 5.6L V8
- Exterior color:
- Brilliant Silver
- Combined gas mileage:
- 16 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior color:
- Black (Charcoal)
- Transmission:
- 7-Speed Automatic
- Mileage:
- 149,998
- Stock #:
- 102560A
- VIN:
- JN8AY2ND5H9004402

2017 Nissan Armada
Platinum
149,998 mi
$12,061
- Year:
- 2019
- Make:
- Nissan
- Model:
- Armada
- Body type:
- SUV / Crossover
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- Four-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 390 hp 5.6L V8
- Exterior color:
- Hermosa Blue Pearl
- Combined gas mileage:
- 15 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior color:
- Black (Charcoal)
- Transmission:
- 7-Speed Automatic
- Mileage:
- 45,002
- Stock #:
- 26B197A
- VIN:
- JN8AY2NE4K9757886

2019 Nissan Armada
Platinum 4WD
45,002 mi
$29,258
- Year:
- 2018
- Make:
- Nissan
- Model:
- Armada
- Body type:
- SUV / Crossover
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- 4X2
- Engine:
- 390 hp 5.6L V8
- Exterior color:
- Mocha Almond
- Combined gas mileage:
- 16 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior color:
- Black (Charcoal)
- Transmission:
- Automatic
- Mileage:
- 138,088
- Stock #:
- J9054391
- VIN:
- JN8AY2ND4J9054391

-$472
2018 Nissan Armada
SL
138,088 mi
$12,775
$12,303
- Year:
- 2019
- Make:
- Nissan
- Model:
- Armada
- Body type:
- SUV / Crossover
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- Four-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 390 hp 5.6L V8
- Exterior color:
- Pearl White Tricoat
- Combined gas mileage:
- 15 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior color:
- Black (Charcoal)
- Transmission:
- Automatic
- Mileage:
- 54,298
- Stock #:
- K9580783
- VIN:
- JN8AY2NC9K9580783

-$1,188
2019 Nissan Armada
SV 4WD
54,298 mi
$25,249
$24,061
- Year:
- 2019
- Make:
- Nissan
- Model:
- Armada
- Body type:
- SUV / Crossover
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- Four-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 390 hp 5.6L V8
- Exterior color:
- Gray (Gun Metallic)
- Combined gas mileage:
- 15 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior color:
- Black (Charcoal)
- Transmission:
- 7-Speed Automatic
- Mileage:
- 30,027
- Stock #:
- Q757135A
- VIN:
- JN8AY2NE3K9757135

2019 Nissan Armada
Platinum 4WD
30,027 mi
$28,999
- Year:
- 2019
- Make:
- Nissan
- Model:
- Armada
- Body type:
- SUV / Crossover
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- Four-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 390 hp 5.6L V8
- Exterior color:
- Brilliant Silver Metallic
- Combined gas mileage:
- 15 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior color:
- Black (Charcoal)
- Transmission:
- Automatic
- Mileage:
- 169,947
- Stock #:
- 2002967B
- VIN:
- JN8AY2NC9KX510454

-$4,000
2019 Nissan Armada
SL 4WD
169,947 mi
$16,299
$12,299
- Year:
- 2019
- Make:
- Nissan
- Model:
- Armada
- Body type:
- SUV / Crossover
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- Four-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 390 hp 5.6L V8
- Exterior color:
- Super Black
- Combined gas mileage:
- 15 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior color:
- Black/Brown
- Transmission:
- 7-Speed Automatic
- Mileage:
- 63,569
- Stock #:
- TC755426
- VIN:
- JN8AY2NE4K9755426

2019 Nissan Armada
Platinum 4WD
63,569 mi
$23,700
- Year:
- 2018
- Make:
- Nissan
- Model:
- Armada
- Body type:
- SUV / Crossover
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- Four-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 390 hp 5.6L V8
- Exterior color:
- Black
- Combined gas mileage:
- 15 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior color:
- Black
- Transmission:
- Automatic
- Mileage:
- 123,804
- Stock #:
- MAO5408
- VIN:
- JN8AY2NC2JX500962

-$500
2018 Nissan Armada
SL 4WD
123,804 mi
$13,495
$12,995
- Year:
- 2018
- Make:
- Nissan
- Model:
- Armada
- Body type:
- SUV / Crossover
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- Four-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 390 hp 5.6L V8
- Exterior color:
- Gray
- Combined gas mileage:
- 15 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Transmission:
- 7-Speed Automatic
- Mileage:
- 123,026
- Stock #:
- 3731
- VIN:
- JN8AY2NC0J9552952

2018 Nissan Armada
SV 4WD
123,026 mi
$14,238
- Year:
- 2018
- Make:
- Nissan
- Model:
- Armada
- Body type:
- SUV / Crossover
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- Four-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 390 hp 5.6L V8
- Exterior color:
- Brilliant Silver
- Combined gas mileage:
- 15 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior color:
- Black (Charcoal)
- Transmission:
- 7-Speed Automatic
- Mileage:
- 137,110
- Stock #:
- 271221B
- VIN:
- JN8AY2NC7J9550535

-$700
2018 Nissan Armada
SL 4WD
137,110 mi
$9,660
$8,960
- Year:
- 2017
- Make:
- Nissan
- Model:
- Armada
- Body type:
- SUV / Crossover
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- Four-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 390 hp 5.6L V8
- Exterior color:
- Super Black
- Combined gas mileage:
- 15 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior color:
- Black (Charcoal)
- Transmission:
- 7-Speed Automatic
- Mileage:
- 21,616
- Stock #:
- 64031A
- VIN:
- JN8AY2NE7H9707492

2017 Nissan Armada
Platinum 4WD
21,616 mi
$25,498
CarGurus Analysis:
2018 Nissan Armada
With 957 currently listed for sale and an average price of $15,646, 31.3% of 2018 Nissan Armadas for sale on CarGurus are rated as good or great deals.
Favorably reviewed: Owners rated the 2018 Nissan Armada 4.64 / 5 stars and CarGurus experts gave it a 6.83 / 10.
59.2% of 2018 Armada models on CarGurus are accident free.
- Year:
- 2019
- Make:
- Nissan
- Model:
- Armada
- Body type:
- SUV / Crossover
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- Four-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 390 hp 5.6L V8
- Exterior color:
- Pearl White Tricoat
- Combined gas mileage:
- 15 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior color:
- Black (Charcoal)
- Transmission:
- 7-Speed Automatic
- Mileage:
- 90,452
- Stock #:
- G1557A
- VIN:
- JN8AY2NC6KX509021

2019 Nissan Armada
SV 4WD
90,452 mi
$17,159
- Year:
- 2018
- Make:
- Nissan
- Model:
- Armada
- Body type:
- SUV / Crossover
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- Four-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 390 hp 5.6L V8
- Exterior color:
- Hermosa Blue
- Combined gas mileage:
- 15 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior color:
- Black/Brown
- Transmission:
- 7-Speed Automatic
- Mileage:
- 118,023
- Stock #:
- JP671A
- VIN:
- JN8AY2NE7J9731152

-$535
2018 Nissan Armada
Platinum 4WD
118,023 mi
$17,319
$16,784
- Year:
- 2017
- Make:
- Nissan
- Model:
- Armada
- Body type:
- SUV / Crossover
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- Four-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 390 hp 5.6L V8
- Exterior color:
- Super Black
- Combined gas mileage:
- 15 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior color:
- Black (Charcoal)
- Transmission:
- 7-Speed Automatic
- Mileage:
- 120,571
- Stock #:
- M26091166T1
- VIN:
- JN8AY2NC4H9506664

2017 Nissan Armada
SV 4WD
120,571 mi
$14,744
- Year:
- 2018
- Make:
- Nissan
- Model:
- Armada
- Body type:
- SUV / Crossover
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- 4X2
- Engine:
- 390 hp 5.6L V8
- Exterior color:
- Gray (Gun Metallic)
- Combined gas mileage:
- 16 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior color:
- Almond
- Transmission:
- 7-Speed Automatic
- Mileage:
- 102,976
- Stock #:
- J9051617
- VIN:
- JN8AY2ND0J9051617

2018 Nissan Armada
SL
102,976 mi
$17,519
- Year:
- 2017
- Make:
- Nissan
- Model:
- Armada
- Body type:
- SUV / Crossover
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- Four-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 390 hp 5.6L V8
- Exterior color:
- Black
- Combined gas mileage:
- 15 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior color:
- Black
- Transmission:
- 7-Speed Automatic
- Mileage:
- 111,423
- Stock #:
- H9502017
- VIN:
- JN8AY2NC6H9502017

2017 Nissan Armada
SL 4WD
111,423 mi
$14,497
- Year:
- 2017
- Make:
- Nissan
- Model:
- Armada
- Body type:
- SUV / Crossover
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- 4X2
- Engine:
- 390 hp 5.6L V8
- Exterior color:
- Black
- Combined gas mileage:
- 16 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior color:
- Black
- Transmission:
- 7-Speed Automatic
- Mileage:
- 114,512
- Stock #:
- 14388
- VIN:
- JN8AY2NF2H9302469

2017 Nissan Armada
Platinum
114,512 mi
$14,046
- Year:
- 2017
- Make:
- Nissan
- Model:
- Armada
- Body type:
- SUV / Crossover
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- 4X2
- Engine:
- 390 hp 5.6L V8
- Exterior color:
- Black
- Combined gas mileage:
- 16 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior color:
- Red (COPPER)
- Transmission:
- Automatic
- Mileage:
- 160,176
- Stock #:
- PB005933
- VIN:
- JN8AY2ND8H9005933

2017 Nissan Armada
Platinum
160,176 mi
$10,999
- Year:
- 2018
- Make:
- Nissan
- Model:
- Armada
- Body type:
- SUV / Crossover
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- Four-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 390 hp 5.6L V8
- Exterior color:
- Mocha Almond
- Combined gas mileage:
- 15 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior color:
- Almond
- Transmission:
- 7-Speed Automatic
- Mileage:
- 119,354
- Stock #:
- 268034B
- VIN:
- JN8AY2NC9JX501414

2018 Nissan Armada
SL 4WD
119,354 mi
$14,098
- Year:
- 2018
- Make:
- Nissan
- Model:
- Armada
- Body type:
- SUV / Crossover
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- 4X2
- Engine:
- 390 hp 5.6L V8
- Exterior color:
- Gray (Gun Metallic)
- Combined gas mileage:
- 16 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior color:
- Black (Charcoal)
- Transmission:
- 7-Speed Automatic
- Mileage:
- 134,740
- Stock #:
- 1703A
- VIN:
- JN8AY2NDXJ9051494

2018 Nissan Armada
SL
134,740 mi
$14,586
- Year:
- 2018
- Make:
- Nissan
- Model:
- Armada
- Body type:
- SUV / Crossover
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- Four-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 390 hp 5.6L V8
- Exterior color:
- Gray (Gun Metallic)
- Combined gas mileage:
- 15 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior color:
- Black (Charcoal)
- Transmission:
- 7-Speed Automatic
- Mileage:
- 100,921
- Stock #:
- DTJX502903
- VIN:
- JN8AY2NC7JX502903

2018 Nissan Armada
SL 4WD
100,921 mi
$16,779
CarGurus Analysis: 2018 Nissan Armada
overall

Summary
With 957 currently listed for sale and an average price of $15,646, 31.3% of 2018 Nissan Armadas for sale on CarGurus are rated as good or great deals.
Favorably reviewed: Owners rated the 2018 Nissan Armada 4.64 / 5 stars and CarGurus experts gave it a 6.83 / 10.
59.2% of 2018 Armada models on CarGurus are accident free.
Why it stands out
The 2018 Nissan Armada stands out as a large SUV that leans into a luxury feel rather than trying to be a rugged off-road specialist. Nissan returned to the drawing board for 2018 and added extra technology to the standard features list, giving the Armada more appeal for buyers who want a well-equipped family hauler with a premium atmosphere. It also benefits from the fact that it arrived one year after a full redesign, so it brings a fresher overall package than an older, carryover model.
At the same time, the Armada’s limitations are part of its identity. The redesigned version was criticized for lacking off-road prowess, and that capability remained the same for 2018. Owner feedback reinforces the Armada’s strengths in spaciousness, features, a smooth ride, and a luxury feel, while also pointing to fuel economy and road noise as common drawbacks, especially at lower speeds.
Other model years to consider
- Average price: $38,934
- Good/great deal percentage: 35.0%
- User rating: 5 / 5
- Total listings: 1,284
- Average price: $31,813
- Good/great deal percentage: 35.3%
- User rating: 5 / 5
- Total listings: 1,046
- Average price: $59,348
- Good/great deal percentage: 35.7%
- User rating: 5 / 5
- Total listings: 929
This analysis is based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 28, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.
*CarGurus meticulously monitors the prices of millions of pre-owned vehicle listings, offering users precise and up-to-date market insights. Historical pricing data excludes any additional dealer fees as of May 3, 2026.
4.7 Overall rating
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Lucas H
Reviewed a 2018 Nissan Armada on Feb 22, 2024
Its excellent.. but oddly has more road noise at low speed in town than on the freeway.
Anonymous
Reviewed a 2018 Nissan Armada on May 18, 2021
This car has a lot of great features. Great value. The tow package is great. I would compare to Ford Excursion.
Maria R
Reviewed a 2018 Nissan Armada on Sep 1, 2022
Very roomy. Great , smooth ride! Lots of bells and whistles, easy to see out of all around. Handles well. Decent value for its group of SUVs and ranks with other luxury SUVs. Downside- dont buy it for the gas mileage although I expected worse averaging 18 city- 24 hwy - more impressive than expected. Would buy again!
Jacuan S
Reviewed a 2018 Nissan SL on Aug 15, 2024
Pros: Big family that loves taking road trips? This is your vehicle. Great power, very spacious, and theSL trim has most of the amenaties you are looking for. Cons: Missing Apple car play and burns gas driving around the town. Highway mileage isn’t too bad.
2018 Nissan Armada Trims
| Trim type | MSRP |
|---|---|
| Platinum 4WD | $62,090 |
| Platinum | $59,190 |
| SL 4WD | $53,750 |
| SL | $50,850 |
| SV | $46,090 |
| SV 4WD | $48,990 |
*CarGurus meticulously monitors the prices of millions of pre-owned vehicle listings, offering users precise and up-to-date market insights. Historical pricing data excludes any additional dealer fees as of May 3, 2026.
2018 Nissan Armada Price Trends
CarGurus tracks the prices of millions of used car listings every year. See how the average price of 2018 Nissan Armada prices has changed over time.
See more price trends2018 Nissan Armada Pricing Analysis
Pricing by Popular US Cities
Market Area: Nationwide
Key Insights
- Highest-Price Market: Boston, MA leads with an average price of $20,245, indicating a premium market for the 2018 Nissan Armada.
- Best Value: Houston, TX offers the lowest average price at $13,531, presenting a significant opportunity for budget-conscious buyers.
- Inventory Drives Stability: Atlanta, GA has the most listings at 123, suggesting a robust market presence that may stabilize pricing.
City-Level Pricing
| City | Total Listings | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|
| Atlanta, GA | 123 | $13,946 |
| Houston, TX | 118 | $13,531 |
| Dallas, TX | 113 | $15,346 |
| Philadelphia, PA | 97 | $16,864 |
| Chicago, IL | 95 | $14,901 |
| Washington, DC | 94 | $14,739 |
| New York, NY | 81 | $15,460 |
| Miami, FL | 69 | $16,443 |
| Boston, MA | 59 | $20,245 |
| Los Angeles, CA | 53 | $13,702 |
Pricing by Trim Packages
Key Insights
- Volume Leader: The Platinum 4WD trim has the highest inventory with 747 listings, indicating strong demand for this configuration.
- Premium Spread: The Platinum 4WD trim has an MSRP of $62,090, which is significantly higher than the SV 4WD trim at $48,990, highlighting a substantial price range among trims.
- Drivetrain Effect: All trims feature the same 5.6L 390 hp V8 engine, suggesting that drivetrain choice does not significantly impact pricing across trims.
Trim-Level Details
| Trim | Listings | MSRP | Drivetrain | Engine |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Platinum 4WD | 747 | $62,090 | 4X4 | 5.6L 390 hp V8 |
| SL 4WD | 699 | $53,750 | 4X4 | 5.6L 390 hp V8 |
| SV 4WD | 371 | $48,990 | 4X4 | 5.6L 390 hp V8 |
| Platinum | 150 | $59,190 | 4X2 | 5.6L 390 hp V8 |
| SL | 129 | $50,850 | 4X2 | 5.6L 390 hp V8 |
| SV | 100 | $46,090 | 4X2 | 5.6L 390 hp V8 |
Pricing Analysis by Model Year
Key Insights
- New-Car Premium: The 2026 model year shows an average price of $68,957, reflecting a 17.2% premium over its starting MSRP of $58,840.
- Depreciation Curve: The 2015 model year exhibits the steepest depreciation at -70.4%, indicating significant value loss over time.
- Best Value Sweet Spot: The 2024 model year is priced at $38,362, which is -32.1% below its starting MSRP, making it a potentially attractive option for buyers seeking value.
Model Year Pricing
| Model Year | Starting MSRP | Avg Price | Avg Price vs Starting MSRP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $58,840 | $68,957 | +17.2% |
| 2025 | $57,520 | $60,287 | +4.8% |
| 2024 | $56,520 | $38,362 | -32.1% |
| 2023 | $50,700 | $37,363 | -26.3% |
| 2022 | $49,900 | $31,859 | -36.2% |
| 2021 | $48,900 | $26,292 | -46.2% |
| 2020 | $47,500 | $20,540 | -56.8% |
| 2019 | $47,100 | $18,052 | -61.7% |
| 2018 | $46,090 | $15,757 | -65.8% |
| 2017 | $44,900 | $14,543 | -67.6% |
| 2015 | $38,510 | $11,416 | -70.4% |
These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 30, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.
*CarGurus meticulously monitors the prices of millions of pre-owned vehicle listings, offering users precise and up-to-date market insights. Historical pricing data excludes any additional dealer fees as of May 3, 2026.
How much does the 2018 Nissan Armada cost?
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Current Average Price | $15,640 |
| Year-Round Low | $15,640 |
| Year-Round High | $18,349 |
| Average Price a Year Ago | $18,348 |
| Change vs. Last Year | −14.76% |
Prices have softened 14.76% compared to this time last year, making it a favorable time to shop this model year.
There are 951 listings available, which gives you a solid pool of options to compare.
Is the 2018 Nissan Armada a good car?
Yes — the 2018 Nissan Armada earns a 4.64/5 from owners and a 6.83/10 expert rating. The standout strength is Look and feel at 8/10.
Drivers consistently praise its spaciousness, range of features, smooth ride, and luxury feel. That lines up with the Armada’s role as a large family hauler with a premium atmosphere, especially if you want something more upscale than a basic utility SUV. The market also shows 31.8% of listings as good or great deals, which adds some shopping flexibility.
Is the 2018 Nissan Armada reliable?
Owners rate it 4.64/5, a strong signal of long-term satisfaction.
User feedback points to a dependable, trouble-free ownership experience for many shoppers, with repeated praise for the Armada’s spaciousness, features, smooth ride, and luxury feel. The expert evaluation also frames it as a comfortable, refined SUV that’s built to handle family duty and road trips with confidence. On the downside, fuel economy and road noise come up often, so long-term ownership satisfaction may depend on how much those tradeoffs matter to you.
What should I look for when buying a used 2018 Nissan Armada?
At 59.2% accident-free, a meaningful share of listings has prior incidents — history verification is especially important.
You should start with a vehicle-history report and then prioritize a thorough inspection of bodywork, alignment, and any signs of prior repair. Because this is a large SUV, you’ll also want to focus on how well the cabin electronics, ride quality, and braking feel in real-world use. If you’re comparing multiple listings, pay close attention to condition differences, since the market includes both cleaner examples and vehicles with incident history.
Key things to evaluate:
- Trim level: The base SV gets an 8-inch touchscreen, HD Radio, NissanConnect, parking sensors front and rear, a 13-speaker Bose stereo, navigation, heated power seats, auto LEDs, roof rails, running boards, keyless entry and ignition, and a rear-view camera. The SL adds a 360-degree top-down camera, leather, remote engine start, driver memory functions, auto wipers, and 20-inch wheels, while the Platinum adds front-seat ventilation, a rear entertainment system, power-folding heated mirrors, lane-departure warning and intervention, and the Intelligent Rear View Mirror.
- Powertrain: Every Armada uses a 5.6-liter V8 with a 7-speed automatic transmission. Rear-wheel-drive versions are rated at 16 mpg combined, 14 mpg city, and 19 mpg highway, while AWD trims lose 1 mpg in each column. The engine delivers 390 hp and 394 lb-ft of torque, with 8,500 pounds of towing capacity and a 6.5-second 0-60 time.
- Safety package: The Technology Package adds adaptive cruise, blind-spot monitoring and warning, and forward collision warning with avoidance braking front and rear. It is recommended on the SL, and the Platinum includes it. The base SV cannot access most of the safety features, and lane-departure warning and the Intelligent Rear View Mirror are reserved for the Platinum.
- Infotainment: You get an 8-inch touchscreen, NissanConnect, HD Radio, and extra USB ports. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are not included, and the system is described as dated.
- Fuel efficiency: The Armada is rated at 16 mpg combined, 14 mpg city, and 19 mpg highway in rear-wheel-drive form, and AWD trims lose 1 mpg in each column.
Which 2018 Nissan Armada trim should I buy?
The 2018 Nissan Armada is offered in 3 trim levels: SV, SL, Platinum.
Here's the short version:
- SV: This is the entry point, and it already brings a lot of equipment, including the 8-inch touchscreen, Bose audio, navigation, parking sensors, heated power seats, and a rear-view camera. It makes sense if you want the lowest starting price and can live without the more advanced safety and convenience features.
- SL: This is the best-value trim for most shoppers because it adds the 360-degree camera, leather, remote start, driver memory, auto wipers, and 20-inch wheels. It also unlocks the Technology Package, which is the key safety upgrade path.
- Platinum: This is the luxury-focused choice, adding front-seat ventilation, rear entertainment, power-folding heated mirrors, lane-departure warning and intervention, and the Intelligent Rear View Mirror. It suits you best if you want the most upscale Armada and the most complete safety and convenience setup.
The safest starting point is the SL with the Technology Package, since the base SV can’t access most of the safety features.
Is now a good time to buy a used 2018 Nissan Armada?
This looks like a moderate, selective buyer’s market, so you can shop carefully and still find worthwhile listings.
- Deal availability: 31.8% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
- Inventory: There are 951 listings available.
- Price trend: Prices have softened 14.76% compared with last year.
- Clean inventory: 59.2% of listings are accident-free.
If you find a listing below $15,640, that's toward the low end of the year-round range and worth acting on quickly.
What is the 2018 Nissan Armada's resale value?
The current average of $15,640 sits slightly below last year's $18,348.
That price movement suggests the Armada has already absorbed a meaningful amount of depreciation, which can help future sellers if they buy at the right number. If you purchase near the current market average or below it, you may have less downside than someone who bought when prices were higher. The model’s strong owner satisfaction also helps support demand, especially among shoppers who value space, comfort, and a premium-feeling cabin.
Vehicles with strong owner satisfaction ratings, like this model year's 4.64/5, tend to retain buyer demand, which supports resale value over time.
Is the 2018 Nissan Armada safe?
The 2018 Nissan Armada has not been crash-tested by NHTSA or IIHS.
It earns a 7/10 safety score from our experts.
The safety story here is mostly about equipment and trim strategy. The SL with the Technology Package is the recommended starting point for safety, since it adds adaptive cruise, blind-spot monitoring and warning, and forward collision warning with avoidance braking front and rear. The base SV can’t access most of those features, and lane-departure warning plus the Intelligent Rear View Mirror are reserved for the Platinum.
Should I buy a 2018 Nissan Armada or consider a different year?
If you're weighing the 2018 against nearby model years, here's how to think about it:
Choose the 2018 if:
- 31.8% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
- At 59.2% accident-free, a meaningful share of listings has prior incidents — history verification is especially important.
- Price trend: Prices have softened 14.76% compared with last year.
- Owners rate it 4.64/5 — a strong satisfaction signal.
- Nissan added extra standard technology and kept the Armada’s premium-feeling, family-hauler character.
Consider the 2017 if:
- At $14,521, the 2017 costs less than the current year's $15,640 average.
- It offers a redesigned cabin with a more car-like feel and a comfortable, refined interior.
The bottom line: If you want the better-equipped, fresher-feeling choice, the 2018 is the stronger pick. If your priority is saving money up front, the 2017 is the more budget-friendly path and still delivers the Armada’s core strengths.
These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 29, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.
*CarGurus meticulously monitors the prices of millions of pre-owned vehicle listings, offering users precise and up-to-date market insights. Historical pricing data excludes any additional dealer fees as of May 3, 2026.
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