The 2025 Nissan Armada PRO-4X: When 516 lb-ft Meets Physics

The 2025 Nissan Armada PRO-4X packs a 3.5 litre twin turbo V6 making 425 horsepower and 516 lb-ft, engine architecture shared with GT-R and Q60 performance vehicles. But does that power matter when you're sitting three feet higher in a 6,000 pound body on frame SUV? This review digs into throttle response, weight transfer, adaptive air suspension, and whether $74,300 buys legitimate off road capability or just marketing theater. The PRO-4X is Nissan's first dedicated off road Armada, featuring electronic locking rear differential, all-terrain tires, metal underbody skid plates, and 33 degree approach angle. We tested everything from highway dynamics to actual suspension articulation to answer whether this competes with Expedition Timberline, Sequoia TRD Pro, and Tahoe Z71. Full technical breakdown: body on frame construction with 25% greater rigidity, 9 speed automatic with paddle shifters, adaptive electronic air suspension with 2.1" height adjustment, 8,500 lb towing capacity, and eight selectable drive modes. Interior upgrades include dual 14.3" displays with Google built-in, Klipsch premium audio, and genuinely usable third row seating. VEHICLE SPECS: • Engine: 3.5L twin-turbo V6 (VR35DDTT) • Power: 425 hp @ 5,600 rpm | 516 lb-ft @ 3,600 rpm • Transmission: 9-speed automatic • Price as tested: ~$80,000 USD 2025 Toyota Sequoia TRD Pro: Is This The Ultimate Family Off Roader? https://youtu.be/qZ2_nS1dB7s ——————————————————————— // MY AMAZON STORE with my favorite things for drivers https://www.amazon.com/shop/influencer-4cc174af (this is an affiliate link) /// MERCH Pick up some sweet merch in our store! https://brian-makse-shop.fourthwall.com/ /// SUBSCRIBE Subscribe NOW to Brian Makse's Channel: https://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=brianmakse /// SOCIAL Instagram: http://Instagram.com/BrianMakse Twitter: http://Twitter.com/BrianMakse Facebook: http://Facebook.com/MakseAttack Spotify: https://sptfy.com/brianmakse Link In My Bio: https://makse.com/linkinbio/ /// MORE About Brian: http://makse.com/about /// WHAT I'M LISTENING TO Real AF With Andy Frisella https://andyfrisella.com/blogs/realaf-podcast Be sure to let us know what you think about this video and smash the subscribe button if you haven’t already! Test vehicles are provided by the respective manufacturers for review purposes, unless otherwise noted, and all opinions are our own. Music © 2025 Russell Soares (russellsoares.com), used with permission, all rights reserved. #NissanArmadaPRO4X #NissanArmada #PRO4X #brianmakse