Nissan Armada PRO-4X named 2026 SUV of Texas

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – The 2026 Nissan Armada PRO-4X has been honored by the Texas Auto Writers Association (TAWA) being named the SUV of Texas following the group's annual Texas Truck Rodeo.

"Powerful, confident and exceptionally refined, the Nissan Armada PRO-4X delivers the kind of capability, comfort and presence that Texas SUV buyers demand," said Cory Fourniquet, outgoing president, Texas Auto Writers Association. "It stood out as a complete package, making it a deserving winner of the 2026 SUV of Texas Award."

The 2026 Nissan Armada continues to make its mark on the full-size SUV segment with supreme comfort, premium interior features, confident handling, effortless off-road capability and next-level technologies. There is an Armada grade for every adventure, including the rugged PRO-4X, the dynamic NISMO and the luxurious Platinum Reserve.

Armada's standard twin-turbo V6 is rated for 425 horsepower and 516 lb-ft of torque, enabling a maximum towing capacity of up to 8,500 pounds¹ Advanced technologies that help simplify off-roading, commuting and highway driving include available Invisible Hood View², Front Wide View² and 3D Intelligent Around View® Monitor² camera systems, and available ProPILOT Assist 2.1³, enabling hands-off freeway driving for attentive drivers.

Armada PRO-4X excels beyond the pavement with all-terrain tires, an off-road-specific front bumper with an increased approach angle, underbody skid plates, an electronic locking differential and Adaptive Electronic Air Suspension⁴.

New for the 2026 model year, the first-ever Armada NISMO has an additional 35 horsepower over other Armada models, for a total of 460 horsepower (when using premium fuel only)⁵, plus NISMO-exclusive steering and suspension tuning, NISMO 22-inch forged alloy wheels and aerodynamically enhanced bodywork.

For more information on the features and specifications of all grades, please see the full 2026 Nissan Armada specifications sheet.

The 32nd Texas Truck Rodeo, hosted annually by TAWA, was held Sept. 26, 2025, at the off-road course located at Eagle Canyon Raceway in Decatur, Texas. Media from across Texas converged on the course to test the newest and best trucks and SUVs in a rugged off-road environment.

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About TAWA

Founded in 1987, the Texas Auto Writers Association is a nonprofit organization of automotive journalists, content creators, and industry professionals committed to accuracy, community, and excellence in automotive reporting. TAWA is best known for hosting the annual Texas Truck Rodeo and Texas Auto Roundup, where vehicles are evaluated and honored through the prestigious "Truck of Texas" and related awards.

1. Up to 8,500 lbs towing for 2026 Nissan Armada. Towing capacity varies by configuration. See Nissan Towing Guide and Owner's Manual for additional information. Cargo and load capacity limited by weight and distribution. Always secure cargo.
2. Driver-assist and safety features have limitations which affect how they function in certain situations. The driver must never rely exclusively on any vehicle feature to warn about, prevent, or lessen the severity of a collision. It is the driver's responsibility to always be in control, monitor the surroundings, and safely operate the vehicle. Read your vehicle's Owner's Manual for further information.
3. Consumer activation of NissanConnect Services ProPILOT Assist 2.1 package ("Package"" required for ProPILOT Assist 2.1 functionality. Package trial period included with new vehicle purchase. Trial period may be subject to change or termination at any time and without notice.  After trial period ends, monthly subscription fee required. See www.nissanusa.com/connect/legal for more subscription information.  ProPILOT Assist 2.1 cannot prevent collisions. It is the driver's responsibility to be in control of the vehicle and monitor traffic conditions at all times. Hands-off freeway driving is possible when driving in a single lane, on the condition that the driver remains attentive on the road ahead and is prepared to immediately take manual control of the steering wheel when conditions of the road, traffic, and vehicle require it. System operates only when lane markings are detected.  Does not function in all weather, traffic and road conditions.  System has limited control capability and the driver may need to steer, brake or accelerate at any time to maintain safety.  See Owner's Manual for safety information.
4. Available feature. Lowering and raising action for Access mode can only be performed when vehicle is at a complete stop and parked. Please see Nissan Owner's Manual for full details and information before using.
5. Horsepower varies by trim level and use of fuel grade. Contact dealer for details.