# Family-Hauling SUVs The New Nissan Armada Offers Refined Appearance and Top-Notch Performance By Rahul Kalvapalle | Published 2016-02-17 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nissan-armada References: [gizmag](http://www.gizmag.com/2017-nissan-armada-chicago/41785/) & [nissannews](http://nissannews.com/en-US/nissan/usa/releases/2017-nissan-armada-full-size-suv-makes-world-debut-at-chicago-auto-show) The 2017 [Nissan](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nissan-pathfinder-2022) Armada is a fully redesigned sports utility vehicle, unveiled at the 2016 Chicago Auto Show, that blends together an elegantly redesigned appearance, high-powered engine and top-notch safety technologies that make it an excellent family vehicle. This Nissan Armada -- known as the Nissan [Patrol](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/e-seven) outside the USA -- comes equipped with a brand new 5.6-liter V8 engine that is capable of pumping out 390 horsepower. This improved figure is thanks to the addition of Direct Injection Gas and other technologies. The automatic transmission takes a 7-speed configuration. The vehicle features a sturdy truck-like design that makes it perfect for rugged use, and comes with a tow package. But at the end of the day, this is a versatile but [family-friendly eight-passenger SUV](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/toyota-bz4x-touring) that offers performance and reliability. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.1/10 - Popularity: 84% | Activity: 61% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Family-hauling Suvs:** The rise of the family-friendly SUV market presents an opportunity for automakers to innovate in terms of performance, and safety features that cater to the needs of young families. - **Direct Injection Gas Engines:** Following the example set by Nissan's Direct Injection Gas engine, automakers have an opportunity to produce cars with more powerful engines that are fuel-efficient and environmentally friendly. - **Rugged Design:** There is a growing market for SUVs with sturdy and truck-like designs that offer the performance of a truck while providing comfort for families. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Automotive Industry:** There is an opportunity for automobile manufacturers to improve family-friendly SUVs with new safety technologies, innovative performance features, and stylish design. - **Environmental Industry:** With the rising popularity of SUVs, there is an opportunity for environmentalists to convince automakers to create engines that are fuel-efficient and produce fewer emissions. - **Consumer Electronics Industry:** The market for family-friendy SUVs offers an opportunity to create advanced technology and innovative safety features for assisted driving and entertainment. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Rugged All-Terrain SUVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nissan-pathfinder-2022.md) - [Adventure-Tuned SUV Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nissan-pathfinder-rock-creek.md) - [Hybrid-Only SUV Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nissan-xtrail.md) - [Tech-Packed Full-Sized SUVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/toyota-sequoia.md) - [Bamboo Forest-Inspired SUVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2025-infiniti-qx80.md) - [All-Wheel Durable Mountain Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mountain-rescue.md) - [Turbocharged Premium SUVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/turbocharged-premium-suv.md) - [Hyper-Rugged Tech-Packed SUVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2026-land-rover-defender.md) - [Upgraded Rugged Full-Size SUVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2026-jeep-grand-wagoneer.md)