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All 8 trims
MPG and range are city / highway.
Trim
Engine
Drive
Tank
Fuel
MPG city / hwy
Range city / hwy
LE 4dr SUV5.6L 8cyl 5A · RWD · RegularMPG 12 / 18Range 336 / 504 mi
5.6L 8cyl 5A
RWD
28.0 gal106 L
Regular
12 / 18
336 / 504 mi
LE 4dr SUV 4WD5.6L 8cyl 5A · 4WD · RegularMPG 12 / 17Range 336 / 476 mi
5.6L 8cyl 5A
4WD
28.0 gal106 L
Regular
12 / 17
336 / 476 mi
LE FFV 4dr SUV5.6L 8cyl 5A · RWD · Flex-fuel (gas or E85)MPG 12 / 18Range 336 / 504 mi
5.6L 8cyl 5A Flex-fuel
RWD
28.0 gal106 L
Flex-fuelgas or E85
12 / 18
336 / 504 mi
LE FFV 4dr SUV 4WD5.6L 8cyl 5A · 4WD · Flex-fuel (gas or E85)MPG 12 / 17Range 336 / 476 mi
5.6L 8cyl 5A Flex-fuel
4WD
28.0 gal106 L
Flex-fuelgas or E85
12 / 17
336 / 476 mi
SE 4dr SUV5.6L 8cyl 5A · RWD · RegularMPG 12 / 18Range 336 / 504 mi
5.6L 8cyl 5A
RWD
28.0 gal106 L
Regular
12 / 18
336 / 504 mi
SE 4dr SUV 4WD5.6L 8cyl 5A · 4WD · RegularMPG 12 / 17Range 336 / 476 mi
5.6L 8cyl 5A
4WD
28.0 gal106 L
Regular
12 / 17
336 / 476 mi
SE FFV 4dr SUV5.6L 8cyl 5A · RWD · Flex-fuel (gas or E85)MPG 12 / 18Range 336 / 504 mi
5.6L 8cyl 5A Flex-fuel
RWD
28.0 gal106 L
Flex-fuelgas or E85
12 / 18
336 / 504 mi
SE FFV 4dr SUV 4WD5.6L 8cyl 5A · 4WD · Flex-fuel (gas or E85)MPG 12 / 17Range 336 / 476 mi
5.6L 8cyl 5A Flex-fuel
4WD
28.0 gal106 L
Flex-fuelgas or E85
12 / 17
336 / 476 mi
No trim matches all of these filters.
Tank figures are the manufacturer's rated capacity, sorted smallest tank first. Range is tank size times EPA city or highway MPG.
How far a 2008 Nissan Armada goes on a tank
Gallons left and the distance they cover at each mark on the fuel gauge, at EPA city and highway mileage. At the combined rating of 14 MPG, a full 28.0-gallon tank covers about 392 miles.
Gauge
Gallons
Highway miles
City miles
Full
28.0
504
336
3/4
21.0
378
252
1/2
14.0
252
168
1/4
7.0
126
84
1/8
3.5
63
42
Over 15,000 miles a year (the EPA's yearly estimate) this configuration uses about 1,071 gallons, roughly 38 full tanks.
Fuel gauges aren't perfectly linear and the low-fuel light comes on with a few gallons still in the tank, so plan your stop before the last eighth.
Other 2008 SUVs of a similar size, one model per brand.
2008 Nissan Armada fuel system recalls
NHTSA lists 1 fuel-system recall for the 2008 Nissan Armada, out of 6 recalls in total. A recall applies only to the vehicles named in it, so check your VIN.
Storage · Fuel gauge systemMar 3, 2010 · NHTSA 10V074000 · Nissan North America, Inc. · 340,000 vehicles
Nissan is recalling certain model year 2005-2009 titan, armada, and infiniti qx56 vehicles. The instrument panel fuel gauge may inaccurately display that the vehicle still has some fuel, typically about one quarter tank, when the fuel tank is empty.
Risk and remedy
Risk: This could cause the vehicle to run out of gas and stall on the highway, which could cause a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel sender unit inside the fuel tank with a new improved sender card. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on march 22, 2010. Owners may contact nissan at 1-800-647-7261.
What is the fuel tank capacity of the 2008 Nissan Armada?
The 2008 Nissan Armada holds 28.0 gallons (106 liters) on every trim we list.
How many gallons and liters does the 2008 Nissan Armada gas tank hold?
The 2008 Nissan Armada tank holds 106 liters, or 28.0 gallons in US gallons.
Does the 2008 Nissan Armada tank change with the powertrain?
No. Gas and Flex-fuel (E85) versions of the 2008 Nissan Armada use the same 28.0 gal tank.
Does 4WD change the 2008 Nissan Armada gas tank?
No. RWD and 4WD versions of the 2008 Nissan Armada use the same 28.0 gal tank.
How far can a 2008 Nissan Armada go on a full tank?
About 476–504 miles on the highway and 336 miles in town, going from full to empty at its EPA ratings. Expect less in practice, since nobody runs the tank dry.
How many miles can a 2008 Nissan Armada go on a quarter tank?
About 126 highway miles or 84 in town from the 28.0-gallon tank, which has roughly 7.0 gallons left at the quarter mark. Gauges aren't exact, so treat that as a guide.
What gas does the 2008 Nissan Armada take?
Regular unleaded, or Flex-fuel (unleaded/E85), depending on the engine. The label inside the fuel door confirms it for your car.
How much does it cost to fill up a 2008 Nissan Armada?
At the US average of $4.27 a gallon for regular (EIA, week of October 26, 2026), filling the 28.0-gallon tank from empty costs $119.56. It ranges from $103.60 in the Gulf Coast to $164.92 in California.
How much does a full tank of gas weigh in a 2008 Nissan Armada?
About 174 pounds for the 28.0-gallon tank. Gasoline weighs roughly 6.2 pounds a gallon.
Does the 2008 Nissan Armada have a bigger gas tank than the GMC Yukon?
Yes. The 2008 Nissan Armada holds up to 28.0 gallons; the 2008 GMC Yukon holds up to 26.0.
Has the 2008 Nissan Armada had a fuel pump or fuel system recall?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 fuel-system recall for the 2008 Nissan Armada: 10V074000 (storage · fuel gauge system). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if your car is affected.
Sources
Tank sizes: manufacturer-rated capacities from US-market specifications, checked against independent references. Updated October 2026.
MPG and range: EPA ratings (fueleconomy.gov). Range is tank size times EPA MPG.
Fuel prices: U.S. Energy Information Administration, week of October 26, 2026 (this week's prices).