The Nissan Armada (retrospectively referred to unofficially as the Nissan Pathfinder Armada ) is a full-size SUV manufactured by Nissan for the North American market.
56-686: From 2003 to 2015, the first-generation Armada was assembled in Canton, Mississippi based on the Nissan Titan . From mid-2016 onwards, the second-generation Armada has been built in Yukuhashi , Kyushu , Japan and shares the same platform as the Nissan Patrol , with American-specific modifications, and went on sale in late mid-2016 as a 2017 model. A luxury version of the Armada has been sold as
112-535: A 2017 model. This version is based on the Nissan Patrol (Y62) , the platform also used for the Infiniti QX80 , as moving the Armada and Patrol to the same global platform instead of the Armada sharing the platform of the American-built Titan saves considerable development cost. The Armada grew in length and width, but the wheelbase and height were moderately reduced. The engine was upgraded to
168-609: A 40 GB disk drive. The Nissan DVD Entertainment System mounted screens in the back of the front head restraints. The 2015 model year updated interior door panels. The Nissan Armada (TA60) was sold in the United States (including all US territories), Canada, Mexico, and the Middle East in left-hand-drive only. Nissan unveiled the second-generation Armada at the 2016 Chicago Auto Show , and it went on sale in August 2016 as
224-499: A 5.6-liter VK56DE V8 engine (320 hp (239 kW) at 4,900 rpm and 393 lb⋅ft (533 N⋅m) torque at 3,600 rpm) and a 5-speed automatic transmission with an overdrive. As is common with aluminum blocks, each cylinder in the engine was lined with cast iron. The valvetrain was a DOHC design with four valves per cylinder. Infiniti designed the QX56's throttle responsiveness to correspond to specific drivetrain modes: when
280-722: A 60/40 split. Since the demise of the Q45 (which was priced above the QX56) after 2006, the QX56 was the most expensive Infiniti sold in North America and was Infiniti 's only full-size vehicle. In early 2007 for the 2008 model year, the Infiniti QX56 received a minor facelift which included a revised grille, a redesigned interior, a new intelligent key system, more standard equipment, new third-row seats that fold electronically and standard 20-inch chrome wheels. Introduced at
336-406: A 64-color Personalized Ambient Lighting with light pipes on the dashboard and door panels, Biometric Cooling for the second-row seats, colored heads-up display, heated third row seats, Journey Diary functionality which can save photo and video footage from the front and in-car cameras, and a Klipsch audio system. The QX80 debuts a number of first features in its segment and for the brand. It debut
392-481: A backup camera. Starting with the 2006 model year, the third-row seats receive a 60/40 split. A facelift was designed through 2005, being introduced in early 2007 for the 2008 model year. The updated VK56DE V8 engine now produces 317 hp (236 kW) and 385 lb⋅ft (522 N⋅m) of torque with an improved towing capacity of up to 9,100 lb (4,127 kg) when equipped with towing package. Standard features now include an 8.0 inch infotainment screen , an updated interior,
448-399: A bench instead of captain chairs as the second row. Other features which came standard were a ten-speaker Bose system, DVD-based navigation system, leather trim for all seats, dual-climate control, 18-inch chrome alloy wheels, and an adaptive cruise control system. A Precrash system was a unique feature in the market as well. Starting with the 2006 model year, the third-row seats receive
504-551: A new 22-inch forged-aluminum version), three new exterior colors, and a number of interior refinements for the 2015 model year. The new flagship trim level for 2015 is the QX80 Limited which features all the QX80 packages and optional equipment that is available on other QX80 trim levels, while its standard on the new QX80 Limited trim level, standard Intelligent All Wheel Drive (AWD), and restyled LED clear lens taillights instead of
560-553: A new front fascia and rear fascia, new headlamp and fog lamp designs, a twist knob ignition switch for the Intelligent Key System, a new one-piece roof rack design, and third-row seats that fold electronically. The latest Nissan Armada Platinum edition features a 9.3 GB hard drive for storing music, and a CF (Compact Flash) memory card reader. The 2011 model year Armada removed the SE and Off-Road trim levels and moved to
616-606: A new nomenclature. The first-generation QX56 (model code JA60) is based on the first-generation Armada , while also sharing the F-Alpha platform with the first-generation Titan . It is the first Infiniti built in the United States. The QX56 was only marketed in the United States, Canada, GCC countries and Russia. Development on the JA60 QX56 began in early 2000 alongside the WA60 Armada. A final design by Masato Takahashi
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#1732783539124672-525: A number of the standard and optional luxury features in the 2010 Infiniti M , such as semi- aniline leather seats, tri-zone climate control, a Bose 2-channel, 13-speaker Premium Audio surround sound stereo system with hard drive memory storage, hard-drive based navigation system, an Around View Monitor system, and Infiniti Intuitive Park Assist, a parking assist feature which uses the around view monitor. Curtain Vent, new for this generation, directs air flow from
728-681: A radio repair shop on Hickory Street. Canton is rich in blues history centered on the juke joints of Hickory Street, known to locals as "The Hollow", as well as other places in Canton. A Mississippi Blues Trail historic marker was placed in Canton on Hickory Street to honor the contribution of James to the development of the blues in Mississippi. Other noted blues performers associated with Canton include Grady Champion , Little Brother Montgomery , William "Do-Boy" Diamond, Boyd Rivers and Johnny Temple . Musicians include studio guitarist Bucky Barrett and
784-536: A tiered system: SV (base trim), SL (middle trim), and Platinum (top trim). Nissan discontinued the use of the Armada platform for the Infiniti QX56 produced in Japan . The 2013 model year added Bluetooth and satellite radio as standard on all models, Platinum Reserve trim package and an updated steering wheel. Navigation added NavWeather capability, Zagat Survey , Bluetooth audio streaming, one USB port , and
840-425: A worlds first feature called Front Wide View, which provides wide 170-degree camera views on the side of vehicle on both 14.3 in (36 cm) screens allows for around parked vehicles or corners in tight areas. All QX80 models are powered by a 3.5-liter twin-turbocharged V6 gasoline engine producing 450 hp (336 kW) and 516 lb⋅ft (700 N⋅m) of torque paired a 9-speed automatic transmission, with
896-630: Is a segregation academy in the area. The climate in this area is characterized by hot, humid summers and generally mild to cool winters. According to the Köppen Climate Classification system, Canton has a humid subtropical climate , abbreviated "Cfa" on climate maps. Infiniti QX80 The Infiniti QX80 (formerly called the Infiniti QX56 until 2013) is a full-size luxury SUV marketed by Nissan 's luxury division Infiniti . The first-generation QX56
952-498: Is in central Madison County at 32°36′43″N 90°1′54″W / 32.61194°N 90.03167°W / 32.61194; -90.03167 (32.612015, -90.031638). It is 24 miles (39 km) northeast of Jackson. Canton is bordered to the south by the city of Gluckstadt . U.S. Route 51 passes through the center of the city as Liberty Street and Union Street, leading southwest to Jackson and north-northeast 19 miles (31 km) to Pickens . Mississippi Highway 16 passes through
1008-498: Is situated in the northern part of the metropolitan area surrounding the state capital, Jackson . The population of Canton was 10,948 at the 2020 census , down from 13,189 in 2010 . The city is adjacent to a large auto manufacturing facility owned by Nissan . Although not a major battle site during the Civil War , Canton was important as a rail and logistics center. Many wounded soldiers were treated in or transported through
1064-771: Is standard, while the Pre-Collision System (PCS) and lane departure warning system are available options. In 2013 for the 2014 model year, Infiniti renamed their entire product line, so the QX56 was rebadged as the QX80 for the 2014 model year. The 2015 model year QX80 arrived at the New York International Auto Show with a mid-generational refresh, receiving new headlights and taillights with new front and rear fascias, restyled bi-xenon HID projector headlamps with LED daytime running lights, front LED turn signals (located on front bumper with new LED fog lights), new wheel designs (including
1120-503: Is the first to use the brand's "Artistry in Motion" design language. There is a signature double arch grille inspired by organic shapes of the bamboo forest , multi-element LED daytime running lights with a bamboo forest motif, an illuminated INFINITI logo with a 3D-effect, flushed door handles, blacked-out door pillars and a full width LED taillight bar that features over 300 LEDs. The interior has two 14.3 in (36 cm) displays for
1176-610: The C-pillar . The QX56 features a new 5.6-liter VK56VD V8 engine with direct injection and VVEL variable valve timing, also found in the Patrol, which is rated at 400 hp (298 kW) and 413 lb⋅ft (560 N⋅m) of torque. The more powerful engine helps give the QX56 an increased towing capacity of up to 8,500 lb (3,856 kg). The engine is tied to a seven-speed sequential-shift automatic transmission with an all-new 4WD system. The QX56's interior design includes
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#17327835391241232-564: The Infiniti QX80 (originally QX56). The 2004 model Pathfinder Armada was unveiled on April 17, 2003, at the New York International Auto Show . Developed under Carlos Ghosn 's NRP (Nissan Revival Plan), development was done in September 1999 to 2003 under lead designers Shiro Nakamura and Diane Allen and chief engineers Yuzo Sakita and Larry Dominique. In January 2001, a final exterior design by Giovanny Arroba had been approved by Sakita, Allen, Nakamura, and Nissan executive management, with
1288-543: The VK56VD Endurance V8, increasing horsepower from 317 to 390 hp (236 to 291 kW; 321 to 395 PS) at 5200 rpm and torque from 385 to 394 lb⋅ft (522 to 534 N⋅m; 53.2 to 54.5 kg⋅m) at 4000 rpm. In addition to the Endurance V8, a seven-speed transmission was introduced to improve fuel economy and acceleration. The exterior moderately differs from the updated Patrol, which
1344-581: The 2007 North American International Auto Show in January 2007, the facelifted model went on sale in April 2007. After the 2010 model year, the QX56 and Armada no longer share the same body, as the first-generation Armada continued to be produced in the United States until the 2015 model year, while the second-generation QX56 switched to the body used by the Y62 Patrol . On 31 March 2010, Infiniti debuted
1400-608: The 2011 QX56 at the New York International Auto Show . No longer sharing a platform with the F-Alpha-based Nissan Armada , the QX56 shares the same body with the Y62 Patrol , which also marked the first time that a Patrol-based vehicle had been sold in North America since 1969. Development of the Z62 QX56 began in 2006 following the concurrent Y62 Patrol program (since 2003), after Nissan management voted to move QX56 production back to Japan and separate from
1456-406: The 2022 model year, Infiniti updated the QX80 featuring an all-new infotainment system and a 12.3 touchscreen display, replacing the dated two-screen setup. The QX80 also features new climate control switches, wireless charging, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay with navigation standard is included with the QX80 and Infiniti's InTouch connected services. The interior revision is almost identical to
1512-549: The GCC markets, Russia, Ukraine, Azerbaijan, South Korea, Dominican Republic, Guam, Panama, Australia, Malaysia, Singapore and Vietnam. An RHD version was available in some markets as part of the facelift in late 2014. In late 2016, the 2017 Armada was released and it switched to the Y62 Patrol body, so the Armada is once again a mechanical twin of the QX80 (formerly QX56) since the 2010 model years. The QX80 Monograph Concept
1568-534: The LED red lens taillights, however the QX80 Limited trim level is not available with the second row bench seating which increases the passenger capability from 7 seats to 8 seats. Naoyuki Ohkoshi was responsible for exterior design work on the facelift QX80 in 2012. As of 2017, the Infiniti QX80 is available in the United States (including all US territories), Canada, Mexico, China (including Macau and Hong Kong),
1624-520: The Nissan Armada, after the JA60 QX56's production run concluded. By 2007, a styling proposal by Shinya Momokawa and Akihiro Sugita was approved by the board and frozen for production. Compared to its predecessor, the Z62 QX56 is 1.4 inches longer, 1.1 inches wider. Most of the frame's body mass is made from high-tensile steel, but the QX manages to be more rugged with its body-on-frame concept. Both
1680-514: The air conditioning system from above each side window down towards the floor. The QX also features the updated Infiniti hard drive based navigation system with an eight-inch VGA display. Infiniti keyless SmartAccess with an "Intelligent Remote" key is standard along with 8 airbags including knee airbags for driver and front passenger as well as second-row side torso airbags, the Adaptive Front-lighting System (AFS)
1736-457: The center console was redesigned, with a wider infotainment screen with wireless Apple CarPlay and wired Android Auto along with a wireless smartphone charger standard. Nissan's "Safety Shield 360" became standard. Trim levels and powertrain remained the same with the SV getting leatherette seating with silky carbon trim, SL retains leather-appointed seating with wood-tone trim and new 20-inch wheels, and
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1792-458: The city center on East Peace Street and North Liberty Street, leading east 31 miles (50 km) to Carthage and northwest 30 miles (48 km) to Yazoo City . MS 22 has its eastern terminus in the center of Canton and leads west 18 miles (29 km) to Flora . MS 43 passes through the east side of Canton, leading northeast 47 miles (76 km) to Kosciusko and southeast 30 miles (48 km) to Pelahatchie . Interstate 55 passes through
1848-463: The city just north of downtown, and Bear Creek flows to the northwest through the southern part of the city. The city is in the watershed of the Big Black River . According to the Köppen Climate Classification system, Canton has a humid subtropical climate , abbreviated "" on climate maps. The hottest temperature recorded in Canton was 108 °F (42.2 °C) on September 7, 1925, while
1904-527: The city was $ 12,643. About 27.7% of families and 34.8% of the population were below the poverty line , including 49.8% of those under age 18 and 25.5% of those age 65 or over. A Nissan plant is sited just outside the southwest city limits. In 2011 Canton officials considered annexing it. Canton is officially on the Mississippi Blues Trail . Elmore James , a blues singer and a familiar figure in Canton, learned electronics by working in
1960-569: The city was $ 15,192. About 31.4% of the population were below the poverty line . At the 2000 census , there were 12,911 people in 4,093 households, including 2,991 families, in the city. The population density was 694.1 inhabitants per square mile (268.0/km ). There were 4,333 housing units at an average density of 232.9 per square mile (89.9/km ). The racial makeup of the city was 18.64% White, 80.30% African American, 0.15% Native American, 0.20% Asian, 0.14% from other races, and 0.57% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.43% of
2016-407: The city was 19.5% White, 74.7% African American, 0.2% Native American, 0.6% Asian, 0.1% Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander, and 0.8% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 5.5% of the population. The age distribution was 27.5% under the age of 18 and 10.8% 65 or older. 50.8% of the population were female. The median household income was $ 33,350. The per capita income for
2072-622: The city, and as a consequence it has a large Confederate cemetery. Much of Canton is on the National Register of Historic Places . The courthouse square is a historic shopping district and host to the Canton Flea Market. The picturesque Georgian courthouse is particularly notable and often appears in photographic exhibits of the South. The east side of town is a large part of the historic district with many homes. Canton
2128-475: The coldest temperature recorded was −11 °F (−23.9 °C) on January 27, 1940. As of the 2020 United States Census , there were 10,948 people, 4,774 households, and 2,953 families residing in the city. As of the census of 2010, there were 13,189 people and 4,494 households in the city with an average household size of 2.99. The population density was 621.1 inhabitants per square mile (239.8/km ). There were 4,933 housing units. The racial makeup of
2184-427: The driver selects all-wheel drive , the throttle becomes less sensitive, presumably to allow easier regulation of acceleration when off-road. The QX56 had around 9,000 lb (4,082 kg) of towing capacity. Mileage at peak performance drain is 12 miles per US gallon (20 L/100 km; 14 mpg ‑imp ). It comes in one trim level, with only key options such as: DVD entertainment system, 4WD/ 2WD , and
2240-510: The driver's instrument cluster and the main Infiniti InTouch® infotainment system with Google built-in . Below the infotainment system, is an additional 9 in (23 cm) touchscreen display (that uses haptic feedback) for the climate controls, front seat cooling and heating functions and the drive mode selection. The automatic transmission is operated by push buttons instead of traditional gear lever. Other interior features are
2296-627: The final design freeze being completed in July 2001. It is assigned the platform code TA60. Prototypes based on the Y61 Patrol were hand-assembled as mules from 2001, with the first TA60-specific prototypes being completed and sent to testing in early 2002. Design patents were filed in 2003, with production starting on August 14, 2003, and going on sale on October 1, 2003. The Armada had a 5.6 L VK56DE V8 engine that made 305 hp (227 kW) and 385 lb⋅ft (522 N⋅m) of torque. This
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2352-404: The four-door Pathfinder was introduced, Nissan chose to conceal the door handles as a part of the "C" pillar trim to visually make it appear like a two-door truck with a camper shell, with conventional door handles on the front doors. The switch to the Armada name occurred in September 2004 for the 2005 model year, where it received new badges without "Pathfinder." The 2005 model year also included
2408-399: The front and rear feature independent suspension double wishbone suspensions combined with the new Hydraulic Body Motion Control System . The QX comes standard with 20-inch wheels with 22-inch wheels available. 4WD versions have a four-setting terrain control which include rock, snow, sand and dirt modes. This generation abandoned the disguised rear door handle design that were installed in
2464-404: The population. Of the 4,093 households 37.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 32.4% were married couples living together, 34.9% had a female householder with no husband present, and 26.9% were non-families. 23.8% of households were one person and 10.9% were one person aged 65 or older. The average household size was 2.99 and the average family size was 3.55. The age distribution
2520-577: The related Armada with its 2021 refresh. The Z63 series QX80 was previewed as the QX Monograph Concept on 17 August 2023. The production model was teased on 27 February 2024, and was revealed on 20 March 2024 for the 2025 model year with four trim levels available at launch: Pure, Luxe, Sensory and Autograph. The exterior of the production version is largely inspired by the QX Monograph Concept. The third generation QX80
2576-467: The slide guitarist Sonny Landreth . Gospel singers include the Canton Spirituals and Reverend Cleophus Robinson . In his dedication of Hickory Street, Governor Haley Barbour said, With his innovative contributions to the electric slide guitar style, legendary Elmore James is among the many reasons Mississippi is truly the birthplace of America's music. Like so many others, Elmore's work
2632-400: The top-of-the-line Platinum getting new quilted leather-appointed seating with birdseye maple wood tone trim, along with new 22-inch wheels and the base S will be available at a later date, although the 5.6 L V8 gained 10 horsepower (7 kW; 10 PS) and 19 pound-feet (26 N⋅m) of torque. A Midnight Edition, which treats the exterior to an under-the-radar, blacked-out color scheme,
2688-432: The west side of the city, with access from Exits 118 (Nissan Parkway) and Exit 119 (MS 22). I-55 leads southwest to Jackson and north 85 miles (137 km) to Grenada . According to the U.S. Census Bureau , the city of Canton has a total area of 21.6 square miles (56 km ), of which 21.3 square miles (55 km ) are land and 0.3 square miles (0.8 km ), or 1.38%, are water. Batchelor Creek flows westward through
2744-429: Was 32.3% under the age of 18, 11.2% from 18 to 24, 26.1% from 25 to 44, 18.5% from 45 to 64, and 11.9% 65 or older. The median age was 30 years. For every 100 females, there were 85.7 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 79.7 males. The median household income was $ 24,237 and the median family income was $ 27,782. Males had a median income of $ 25,179 versus $ 20,815 for females. The per capita income for
2800-636: Was a design study that previewed a significant second facelift to QX80 for the 2018 model year, launched in December 2017. It retained its 5.6-liter V8 engine and basic architecture. The QX80 Monograph was unveiled at the 2017 New York International Auto Show . The revised QX80 debuted at the Dubai International Motor Show, on 14 November 2017. The facelift has redesigned grille, hood, new LED headlamps, and full LED taillamps with bumper-installed rear turn signal lights. In 2021 for
2856-473: Was also added. The updated Armada went on sale in North America in late January 2021. For the 2022 model year, one-touch power-folding third row seats were added as standard equipment for the Armada Platinum. The third-generation Armada was unveiled on September 3, 2024. Canton, Mississippi The city of Canton is the county seat of Madison County, Mississippi , United States, and
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#17327835391242912-468: Was built in the United States and is based on the first-generation Armada . The second-generation model was released in 2010 as a model produced in Japan, which used the sixth-generation Patrol (later also marketed as the second-generation Armada since 2016) as the base vehicle instead. Since the 2014 model year in 2013, the vehicle was renamed to the QX80 as Infiniti renamed their entire product line under
2968-515: Was greatly influenced by his childhood home in Canton, where he joined the ranks of musicians like B.B. King and Little Milton to play the blues on Hickory Street. Today's blues trail marker not only recognizes the achievements of the talented Elmore James but also pays tribute to Canton's colorful blues heritage. The city of Canton is served by the Canton Public School District and Canton High School . Canton Academy
3024-488: 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. It has been described as a large-sized, low-volume, but high-profit model for Nissan. An updated version of the Nissan Armada was revealed in December 2020. The front end was redesigned, with a larger grille and C-shaped LED headlights along with two new exterior colors. The taillights were redesigned as well and are also LED. Inside,
3080-399: Was mated to a 5-speed automatic transmission , and the Armada had a choice of either rear-wheel drive or four-wheel drive . There are some Armadas that are capable of using E85 . It has a towing capacity of up to 9,000 lb (4,000 kg). The rear door handles are installed on the "C" pillar as part of a Nissan design tradition that started with the 1986 Nissan Pathfinder . When
3136-463: Was reached in early 2001, with an August 2001 design freeze for early 2004 start of production. The rear door handles were installed on the C-pillar as a Nissan design tradition started with the D21 Pathfinder released in 1985 to visually make it appear like a two-door truck with a camper shell, with conventional door handles on the front doors. The first-generation QX56 was powered by
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