New Model Year Comes With Higher Costs
The Nissan Armada entered a new generation for 2025, but the 2026 model year already brings a sharper reality: higher prices across the board. The base SV 4×2 now starts at $58,840, which is about $1,320 more than the outgoing version. The ceiling has also shifted, with the Platinum Reserve 4×4 climbing to $80,550.
Nissan also introduced a Nismo performance variant, priced at $79,530. It is positioned below the Platinum Reserve, delivering more power at 460 horsepower, along with exclusive styling and handling upgrades.
With only minor updates and the addition of the Nismo, the Armada’s higher entry point highlights the availability of 2025 inventory models, which may offer more value.
Discounts Still Linger on 2025 Inventory
A review of Armada inventories on Cars.com reveals that a significant number of unsold 2025 Armada units remain, and the discounts being offered may make them worth considering.
The Platinum trim is listed at a starting price of $65,024, with average discounts ranging from $5,000 to $7,000. The Platinum Reserve starts at $72,821 and typically receives a discount of $8,000 to $9,000 off the sticker price. The SL can be found for as low as $57,377, with reductions of $6,000 to $7,000, while the entry-level SV is priced as low as $52,606, with similar cuts. Even the rugged PRO-4X is offered for $66,947, often with $7,000 to $8,000 deducted from the MSRP.
These figures indicate that buyers can effectively purchase a 2025 Armada at a price comparable to, or even lower than, the starting point of the 2024 version – a compelling counterpoint to the 2026 model’s price hikes.
What’s New for 2026 and Should You Wait?
For the 2026 model year, Nissan added the Nismo trim and gave the PRO-4X the option of second-row captain’s chairs. Beyond those updates, the lineup carries over from 2025. Technology, design, and features remain the same, as the Armada was already redesigned just a year ago.
That means the 2026 Armada is more expensive without offering much more, unless you specifically want the Nismo’s added horsepower or the PRO-4X’s new seating configuration.
For most buyers, the smarter choice may be to take advantage of existing discounts on the 2025 models while they are still available. The savings can easily offset the difference in model year, especially since the SUV itself has not undergone significant changes.
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