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Nissan Titan Review
In 2004, Nissan gambled and introduced its first full-size pickup, the Titan, intended to compete with the traditionl big three North American truck makers. With an unconventional look and comfort-oriented interior, Nissan succeeded in its mission and won over a new generation of truck drivers. The titan is the first truly full-size pickup in nearly 25 years from anyone other than the Big Three, and the first ever from a company whose world headquarters are located outside of North America.
See also the main fact sheets for the Nissan Titan.
High Points
- Rugged, sporty look
- Best in class interior volume and headroom
- Best in class ground clearance
- Powerful engine
- Good towing capacity
Low Points
- No regular cab or dual wheel
- Relatively short bed
- No small-engine version available
- Styling may be too flashy for some
- No diesel engine
Performance and Handling
Gas Mileage
The Titan is not only available in conventional gas-powered models, but Flexible Fuel versions are offered as well. According to FuelEconomy.gov, the Titan's city/highway figures are as follows:
- XE 2WD - 14/18
- SE 2WD - 14/18
- LE 2WD - 14/18
- XE 4WD - 13/18
- SE 4WD - 13/18
- LE 4WD - 13/18
- 2WD Flex-Fuel - 10/14
- 4WD Flex-Fuel - 10/13
Safety
In safety tests performed by the NHTSA, the Titan had an average showing. Although it did receive a 5 star rating for drivers' side front-impact safety, its passenger side rating for the same test earned it 4 of 5 stars. In addition, the two wheel drive model earned 4 of 5 stars for rollover and the four wheel drive model earned just a 3-star rating. No side-impact crash test results were available.
Some of the standard safety features found across all trims are four wheel anti-lock brakes; front, side, and overhead airbags with occupancy sensors; side impact bars; and front anti-roll bars.
Reliability and Maintenance
The Titan is a young vehicle, having only been on the market for three years, and comprehensive reliability information is not yet available for it. However, Consumer Reports writes that "reliability has dropped to well below average."
Interior and Comforts
Exterior
Styles and Options
The Nissan Titan is available in two body styles: an extended King Cab with auxiliary rear doors and a 6-foot, 7-inch bed; and a Crew Cab with a larger cabin, four conventional doors and a 5-foot, 7-inch bed. All Titans are powered by Nissan's 5.6L V8 and 5-speed automatic, available in 2WD and 4WD, and all are offered with flexible fuel engines (FFV) for no additional cost. In addition to this, three different trim levels are available for both body styles: the XE, SE, and LE. From the XE to the SE to the LE, more features come standard and certain options become available. Standards for all models include items such as cruise control, tilt steering, and fold-down passenger seating.
With the XE, buyers will get 17" steel wheels, splash guards, black outside mirrors, air conditioning, cloth seating, and a six-speaker AM/FM/CD audio system. Upgrading to an SE will get you 18" aluminum alloy wheels with Goodyear Wrangler tires; power locks, windows, outside mirrors; body side moldings; rear sliding window with privacy glass; AM/FM audio system with 6-CD changer and auxiliary audio input; and a vehicle security system. The top of the line LE comes with 18" wheels; fog lights; tow hooks; Nissan's Utilitrack tie down system; rear sonar system; dual zone climate control; 8-way power driver's chair and heated front seats with memory; and an 8-speaker Rockford Fosgate audio system with subwoofer.
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