Nissan Armada Towing Capacity (2005 - 2022)

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Nissan Armada Towing Capacity Overview

The Nissan Armada towing capacity ranges between 6,500 lbs. and 9,100 lbs across various years and trims.

For instance, the 2015 Nissan Armada has a minimum towing capacity of 6,500 lbs, while the 2010 Nissan Armada has a maximum towing capacity of 9,100 lbs.

Factors such as trim level, engine configuration, and drivetrain can impact the towing capacity of a specific model year of Nissan Armada.

The table below shows a sampling of the towing capacities for the Nissan Armada.

Scroll down to see the complete year-by-year data.

Nissan Armada Towing Capacities
YearTrimTowing CapacityEngineDrivetrain / TransmissionHorsepower / TorquePayloadGVWR
2022Platinum8,500 lbs5.6L V8RWD / 7 Spd Auto w/OD400 HP / 413 ft/lbs1,511 lbs7,300 lbs
2022Platinum8,500 lbs5.6L V84WD / 7 Spd Auto w/OD400 HP / 413 ft/lbs1,466 lbs7,500 lbs
2021Platinum8,500 lbs5.6L V8RWD / 7 Spd Auto w/OD400 HP / 413 ft/lbs1,587 lbs7,300 lbs
2021Platinum8,500 lbs5.6L V84WD / 7 Spd Auto w/OD400 HP / 413 ft/lbs1,542 lbs7,500 lbs
2020Platinum8,500 lbs5.6L V8RWD / 7 Spd Auto w/OD390 HP / 394 ft/lbs1,587 lbs7,300 lbs
2020Platinum8,500 lbs5.6L V84WD / 7 Spd Auto w/OD390 HP / 394 ft/lbs1,542 lbs7,500 lbs
2019Platinum8,500 lbs5.6L V8RWD / 7 Spd Auto w/OD390 HP / 394 ft/lbs
2019Platinum8,500 lbs5.6L V84WD / 7 Spd Auto w/OD390 HP / 394 ft/lbs
2018Platinum8,500 lbs5.6L V8RWD / 7 Spd Auto w/OD390 HP / 394 ft/lbs
2018Platinum8,500 lbs5.6L V84WD / 7 Spd Auto w/OD390 HP / 394 ft/lbs
2017Platinum8,500 lbs5.6L V8RWD / 7 Spd Auto w/OD390 HP / 394 ft/lbs
2017Platinum8,500 lbs5.6L V84WD / 7 Spd Auto w/OD390 HP / 394 ft/lbs
2015Platinum8,200 lbs5.6L V8 DOHC 32V EnduranceRWD / 5 Spd Auto w/OD317 HP / 385 ft/lbs
2015Platinum9,000 lbs5.6L V8 DOHC 32V Endurance4WD / 5 Spd Auto w/OD317 HP / 385 ft/lbs
2014Platinum8,200 lbs5.6L V8 DOHC 32V EnduranceRWD / 5 Spd Auto w/OD317 HP / 385 ft/lbs
2014Platinum9,000 lbs5.6L V8 DOHC 32V Endurance4WD / 5 Spd Auto w/OD317 HP / 385 ft/lbs
2013Platinum8,200 lbs5.6L V8RWD / 5 Spd Auto317 HP / 385 ft/lbs1,742 lbs7,300 lbs
2012Platinum8,200 lbs5.6L V8RWD / 5 Spd Auto317 HP / 385 ft/lbs1,742 lbs7,300 lbs
2011Platinum8,200 lbs5.6L V8RWD / 5 Spd Auto317 HP / 385 ft/lbs1,742 lbs7,300 lbs
2010Platinum9,100 lbs5.6L V8RWD / 5 Spd Auto w/OD317 HP / 385 ft/lbs1,591 lbs7,149 lbs
2009LE9,100 lbs5.6L V8RWD / 5 Spd Auto w/OD317 HP / 385 ft/lbs1,592 lbs7,150 lbs
2005LE9,100 lbs5.6L V8RWD / 5 Spd Auto305 HP / 385 ft/lbs
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All towing capacities are braked capacities. This means that the trailer being towed has a braking system installed to assist with the vehicle's own braking. The towing capacities for trailers without brakes will be much less.

Confirm all towing capacities with the owner's manual.

2022 Nissan Armada Towing Capacity Data

The 2022 Nissan Armada towing capacity is 8,500 lbs. regardless of its trim level or drivetrain.

2022 Nissan Armada Towing Capacities
TrimTowing CapacityEngineDrivetrain / TransmissionHorsepower / TorquePayloadGVWR
Platinum8,500 lbs5.6L V8RWD / 7 Spd Auto w/OD400 HP / 413 ft/lbs1,511 lbs7,300 lbs
Platinum8,500 lbs5.6L V84WD / 7 Spd Auto w/OD400 HP / 413 ft/lbs1,466 lbs7,500 lbs
S8,500 lbs5.6L V8RWD / 7 Spd Auto w/OD400 HP / 413 ft/lbs1,650 lbs7,300 lbs
S8,500 lbs5.6L V84WD / 7 Spd Auto w/OD400 HP / 413 ft/lbs1,583 lbs7,500 lbs
SL8,500 lbs5.6L V8RWD / 7 Spd Auto w/OD400 HP / 413 ft/lbs1,551 lbs7,300 lbs
SL8,500 lbs5.6L V84WD / 7 Spd Auto w/OD400 HP / 413 ft/lbs1,505 lbs7,500 lbs
SV8,500 lbs5.6L V8RWD / 7 Spd Auto w/OD400 HP / 413 ft/lbs1,637 lbs7,300 lbs
SV8,500 lbs5.6L V84WD / 7 Spd Auto w/OD400 HP / 413 ft/lbs1,570 lbs7,500 lbs
  • a fishing boat and trailer usually weighs between 900 lbs. to 6,000 lbs.
  • a tent trailer typically weighs between 1,000 lbs. to 1,500 lbs.
  • a fifth-wheel travel trailer averages between 12,000 lbs. to 15,000 lbs.

2021 Nissan Armada Towing Capacity Data

The 2021 Nissan Armada towing capacity is 8,500 lbs. regardless of its trim level or drivetrain.

2021 Nissan Armada Towing Capacities
TrimTowing CapacityEngineDrivetrain / TransmissionHorsepower / TorquePayloadGVWR
Platinum8,500 lbs5.6L V8RWD / 7 Spd Auto w/OD400 HP / 413 ft/lbs1,587 lbs7,300 lbs
Platinum8,500 lbs5.6L V84WD / 7 Spd Auto w/OD400 HP / 413 ft/lbs1,542 lbs7,500 lbs
S8,500 lbs5.6L V8RWD / 7 Spd Auto w/OD400 HP / 413 ft/lbs1,723 lbs7,300 lbs
S8,500 lbs5.6L V84WD / 7 Spd Auto w/OD400 HP / 413 ft/lbs1,676 lbs7,500 lbs
SL8,500 lbs5.6L V8RWD / 7 Spd Auto w/OD400 HP / 413 ft/lbs1,628 lbs7,300 lbs
SL8,500 lbs5.6L V84WD / 7 Spd Auto w/OD400 HP / 413 ft/lbs1,583 lbs7,500 lbs
SV8,500 lbs5.6L V8RWD / 7 Spd Auto w/OD400 HP / 413 ft/lbs1,723 lbs7,300 lbs
SV8,500 lbs5.6L V84WD / 7 Spd Auto w/OD400 HP / 413 ft/lbs1,676 lbs7,500 lbs

2020 Nissan Armada Towing Capacity Data

The 2020 Nissan Armada towing capacity is 8,500 lbs. regardless of its trim level or drivetrain.

2020 Nissan Armada Towing Capacities
TrimTowing CapacityEngineDrivetrain / TransmissionHorsepower / TorquePayloadGVWR
Platinum8,500 lbs5.6L V8RWD / 7 Spd Auto w/OD390 HP / 394 ft/lbs1,587 lbs7,300 lbs
Platinum8,500 lbs5.6L V84WD / 7 Spd Auto w/OD390 HP / 394 ft/lbs1,542 lbs7,500 lbs
SL8,500 lbs5.6L V8RWD / 7 Spd Auto w/OD390 HP / 394 ft/lbs1,628 lbs7,300 lbs
SL8,500 lbs5.6L V84WD / 7 Spd Auto w/OD390 HP / 394 ft/lbs1,583 lbs7,500 lbs
SV8,500 lbs5.6L V8RWD / 7 Spd Auto w/OD390 HP / 394 ft/lbs1,723 lbs7,300 lbs
SV8,500 lbs5.6L V84WD / 7 Spd Auto w/OD390 HP / 394 ft/lbs1,676 lbs7,500 lbs

2019 Nissan Armada Towing Capacity Data

The 2019 Nissan Armada towing capacity is 8,500 lbs. regardless of its trim level or drivetrain.

2019 Nissan Armada Towing Capacities
TrimTowing CapacityEngineDrivetrain / TransmissionHorsepower / Torque
Platinum8,500 lbs5.6L V8RWD / 7 Spd Auto w/OD390 HP / 394 ft/lbs
Platinum8,500 lbs5.6L V84WD / 7 Spd Auto w/OD390 HP / 394 ft/lbs
SL8,500 lbs5.6L V8RWD / 7 Spd Auto w/OD390 HP / 394 ft/lbs
SL8,500 lbs5.6L V84WD / 7 Spd Auto w/OD390 HP / 394 ft/lbs
SV8,500 lbs5.6L V8RWD / 7 Spd Auto w/OD390 HP / 394 ft/lbs
SV8,500 lbs5.6L V84WD / 7 Spd Auto w/OD390 HP / 394 ft/lbs

2018 Nissan Armada Towing Capacity Data

The 2018 Nissan Armada towing capacity is 8,500 lbs. regardless of its trim level or drivetrain.

2018 Nissan Armada Towing Capacities
TrimTowing CapacityEngineDrivetrain / TransmissionHorsepower / Torque
Platinum8,500 lbs5.6L V8RWD / 7 Spd Auto w/OD390 HP / 394 ft/lbs
Platinum8,500 lbs5.6L V84WD / 7 Spd Auto w/OD390 HP / 394 ft/lbs
SL8,500 lbs5.6L V8RWD / 7 Spd Auto w/OD390 HP / 394 ft/lbs
SL8,500 lbs5.6L V84WD / 7 Spd Auto w/OD390 HP / 394 ft/lbs
SV8,500 lbs5.6L V8RWD / 7 Spd Auto w/OD390 HP / 394 ft/lbs
SV8,500 lbs5.6L V84WD / 7 Spd Auto w/OD390 HP / 394 ft/lbs

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Nissan Armada Towing Capacity By Year

2017 Nissan Armada Towing Capacity Data

The 2017 Nissan Armada towing capacity is 8,500 lbs. regardless of its trim level or drivetrain.

2017 Nissan Armada Towing Capacities
TrimTowing CapacityEngineDrivetrain / TransmissionHorsepower / Torque
Platinum8,500 lbs5.6L V8RWD / 7 Spd Auto w/OD390 HP / 394 ft/lbs
Platinum8,500 lbs5.6L V84WD / 7 Spd Auto w/OD390 HP / 394 ft/lbs
SL8,500 lbs5.6L V8RWD / 7 Spd Auto w/OD390 HP / 394 ft/lbs
SL8,500 lbs5.6L V84WD / 7 Spd Auto w/OD390 HP / 394 ft/lbs
SV8,500 lbs5.6L V8RWD / 7 Spd Auto w/OD390 HP / 394 ft/lbs
SV8,500 lbs5.6L V84WD / 7 Spd Auto w/OD390 HP / 394 ft/lbs

2015 Nissan Armada Towing Capacity Data

Depending on trim level and drivetrain, the 2015 Nissan Armada towing capacity is between 6,500 lbs. and 9,000 lbs.

2015 Nissan Armada Towing Capacities
TrimTowing CapacityEngineDrivetrain / TransmissionHorsepower / Torque
Platinum8,200 lbs5.6L V8 DOHC 32V EnduranceRWD / 5 Spd Auto w/OD317 HP / 385 ft/lbs
Platinum9,000 lbs5.6L V8 DOHC 32V Endurance4WD / 5 Spd Auto w/OD317 HP / 385 ft/lbs
Platinum Reserve8,200 lbs5.6L V8 DOHC 32V EnduranceRWD / 5 Spd Auto w/OD317 HP / 385 ft/lbs
Platinum Reserve9,000 lbs5.6L V8 DOHC 32V Endurance4WD / 5 Spd Auto w/OD317 HP / 385 ft/lbs
SL8,200 lbs5.6L V8 DOHC 32V EnduranceRWD / 5 Spd Auto w/OD317 HP / 385 ft/lbs
SL9,000 lbs5.6L V8 DOHC 32V Endurance4WD / 5 Spd Auto w/OD317 HP / 385 ft/lbs
SV6,500 lbs5.6L V8 DOHC 32V EnduranceRWD / 5 Spd Auto w/OD317 HP / 385 ft/lbs
Utlity SV6,500 lbs5.6L V8 DOHC 32V Endurance4WD / 5 Spd Auto w/OD317 HP / 385 ft/lbs

2014 Nissan Armada Towing Capacity Data

Depending on trim level and drivetrain, the 2014 Nissan Armada towing capacity is between 6,500 lbs. and 9,000 lbs.

2014 Nissan Armada Towing Capacities
TrimTowing CapacityEngineDrivetrain / TransmissionHorsepower / Torque
Platinum8,200 lbs5.6L V8 DOHC 32V EnduranceRWD / 5 Spd Auto w/OD317 HP / 385 ft/lbs
Platinum9,000 lbs5.6L V8 DOHC 32V Endurance4WD / 5 Spd Auto w/OD317 HP / 385 ft/lbs
SL8,200 lbs5.6L V8 DOHC 32V EnduranceRWD / 5 Spd Auto w/OD317 HP / 385 ft/lbs
SL9,000 lbs5.6L V8 DOHC 32V Endurance4WD / 5 Spd Auto w/OD317 HP / 385 ft/lbs
SV6,500 lbs5.6L V8 DOHC 32V EnduranceRWD / 5 Spd Auto w/OD317 HP / 385 ft/lbs
Utlity SV6,500 lbs5.6L V8 DOHC 32V Endurance4WD / 5 Spd Auto w/OD317 HP / 385 ft/lbs

2013 Nissan Armada Towing Capacity Data

Depending on trim level and drivetrain, the 2013 Nissan Armada towing capacity is between 6,500 lbs. and 9,000 lbs.

2013 Nissan Armada Towing Capacities
TrimTowing CapacityEngineDrivetrain / TransmissionHorsepower / TorquePayloadGVWR
Platinum8,200 lbs5.6L V8RWD / 5 Spd Auto317 HP / 385 ft/lbs1,742 lbs7,300 lbs
Platinum9,000 lbs5.6L V84WD / 5 Spd Auto317 HP / 385 ft/lbs1,459 lbs7,300 lbs
SL8,200 lbs5.6L V8RWD / 5 Spd Auto317 HP / 385 ft/lbs1,592 lbs7,150 lbs
SL9,000 lbs5.6L V84WD / 5 Spd Auto317 HP / 385 ft/lbs1,309 lbs7,150 lbs
Utlity SV8,200 lbs5.6L V8RWD / 5 Spd Auto317 HP / 385 ft/lbs1,728 lbs7,100 lbs
Utlity SV6,500 lbs5.6L V84WD / 5 Spd Auto317 HP / 385 ft/lbs1,439 lbs7,100 lbs

2012 Nissan Armada Towing Capacity Data

Depending on trim level and drivetrain, the 2012 Nissan Armada towing capacity is between 6,500 lbs. and 9,000 lbs.

2012 Nissan Armada Towing Capacities
TrimTowing CapacityEngineDrivetrain / TransmissionHorsepower / TorquePayloadGVWR
Platinum8,200 lbs5.6L V8RWD / 5 Spd Auto317 HP / 385 ft/lbs1,742 lbs7,300 lbs
Platinum9,000 lbs5.6L V84WD / 5 Spd Auto317 HP / 385 ft/lbs1,459 lbs7,300 lbs
SL8,200 lbs5.6L V8RWD / 5 Spd Auto317 HP / 385 ft/lbs1,592 lbs7,150 lbs
SL9,000 lbs5.6L V84WD / 5 Spd Auto317 HP / 385 ft/lbs1,309 lbs7,150 lbs
Utlity SV6,500 lbs5.6L V84WD / 5 Spd Auto317 HP / 385 ft/lbs1,439 lbs7,100 lbs

2011 Nissan Armada Towing Capacity Data

Depending on trim level and drivetrain, the 2011 Nissan Armada towing capacity is between 6,500 lbs. and 9,000 lbs.

2011 Nissan Armada Towing Capacities
TrimTowing CapacityEngineDrivetrain / TransmissionHorsepower / TorquePayloadGVWR
Platinum8,200 lbs5.6L V8RWD / 5 Spd Auto317 HP / 385 ft/lbs1,742 lbs7,300 lbs
Platinum9,000 lbs5.6L V84WD / 5 Spd Auto317 HP / 385 ft/lbs1,459 lbs7,300 lbs
SL8,200 lbs5.6L V8RWD / 5 Spd Auto317 HP / 385 ft/lbs1,592 lbs7,150 lbs
SL9,000 lbs5.6L V84WD / 5 Spd Auto317 HP / 385 ft/lbs1,309 lbs7,150 lbs
Utlity SV6,500 lbs5.6L V84WD / 5 Spd Auto317 HP / 385 ft/lbs1,439 lbs7,100 lbs

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2010 Nissan Armada Towing Capacity Data

Depending on trim level and drivetrain, the 2010 Nissan Armada towing capacity is between 9,000 lbs. and 9,100 lbs.

2010 Nissan Armada Towing Capacities
TrimTowing CapacityEngineDrivetrain / TransmissionHorsepower / TorquePayloadGVWR
Platinum9,100 lbs5.6L V8RWD / 5 Spd Auto w/OD317 HP / 385 ft/lbs1,591 lbs7,149 lbs
Platinum9,000 lbs5.6L V84WD / 5 Spd Auto w/OD317 HP / 385 ft/lbs1,458 lbs7,299 lbs
SE9,000 lbs5.6L V84WD / 5 Spd Auto w/OD317 HP / 385 ft/lbs1,586 lbs7,248 lbs
Titanium9,100 lbs5.6L V8RWD / 5 Spd Auto w/OD317 HP / 385 ft/lbs1,591 lbs7,149 lbs
Titanium9,000 lbs5.6L V84WD / 5 Spd Auto w/OD317 HP / 385 ft/lbs1,458 lbs7,299 lbs

2009 Nissan Armada Towing Capacity Data

Depending on trim level and drivetrain, the 2009 Nissan Armada towing capacity is between 9,000 lbs. and 9,100 lbs.

2009 Nissan Armada Towing Capacities
TrimTowing CapacityEngineDrivetrain / TransmissionHorsepower / TorquePayloadGVWR
LE9,100 lbs5.6L V8RWD / 5 Spd Auto w/OD317 HP / 385 ft/lbs1,592 lbs7,150 lbs
LE9,000 lbs5.6L V84WD / 5 Spd Auto w/OD317 HP / 385 ft/lbs1,459 lbs7,300 lbs

2005 Nissan Armada Towing Capacity Data

Depending on trim level and drivetrain, the 2005 Nissan Armada towing capacity is between 9,000 lbs. and 9,100 lbs.

2005 Nissan Armada Towing Capacities
TrimTowing CapacityEngineDrivetrain / TransmissionHorsepower / Torque
LE9,100 lbs5.6L V8RWD / 5 Spd Auto305 HP / 385 ft/lbs
LE9,000 lbs5.6L V84WD / 5 Spd Auto305 HP / 385 ft/lbs
SE9,100 lbs5.6L V8RWD / 5 Spd Auto305 HP / 385 ft/lbs
SE9,000 lbs5.6L V84WD / 5 Spd Auto305 HP / 385 ft/lbs
SE OffRoad9,000 lbs5.6L V84WD / 5 Spd Auto305 HP / 385 ft/lbs