Nissan's Next Nismo Model Will Be a 'Beast' of an SUV |Autochannel
It’s unclear whether the new Patrol Nismo will get an equivalent Armada variant considering the previous-generation model didn’t. We know the naturally aspirated V-8 engine with 428 horsepower isn’t returning. Like the lesser versions of the Patrol/Armada twins, Nissan will use a twin-turbo 3.5-liter V-6. It’s worth noting the new Patrol is offered in some markets with a base 3.8-liter V-6 that skips forced induction.
The 2025 Armada borrows its six-cylinder engine from the Infiniti QX80. In non-Nismo flavor, it’s good for 425 hp and 516 lb-ft of torque. It’s already 25 hp and 103 lb-ft stronger than the old NA 5.6-liter mill, and logic tells us the hotter version will pack an even greater punch. Albaisa refused to talk about numbers but did say there’s “obviously more power and torque.”
On the flip side, he is aware people will miss the soundtrack delivered by the V-8. Albaisa hinted Nissan may or may not resort to fakery by pumping artificial sound through the speakers: “I’m not saying we’re doing that, but of course, there are synthetic sounds that people do.” If that’s the direction they're going, we’re hoping there will at least be a way to turn it off.