The Nissan Titan is an appealing value choice in full-size trucks thanks to its many standard features, including a robust V8 engine. Pricing starts at $39,700. The Nissan Titan doesn’t have the sales numbers of its more mainstream rivals, but it’s a good value for many drivers in the market for a new truck. If you’re looking for a full-size pickup with a V8 under the hood, the Titan is worth a look. However, it’s worth noting that most of its rivals offer more mechanical variety with options like turbocharged engines, diesels, and even hybrids and EVs. One big selling point for the Titan is its class-leading 5-year/100,000-mile basic warranty. This truck competes with the Ford F-150, Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Ram 1500, and Toyota Tundra. Reviewed separately, the Nissan Titan XD offers more hauling and towing capability than the Titan, but not as much as traditional heavy-duty trucks like the Ford F-250 and Chevy Silverado 2500.
2023 Nissan TITAN Pricing
The 2023 Nissan Titan starts at $39,700. A step up from the base S trim is the SV, starting at $45,080. The Crew Cab Titan begins at $41,490 for the S model, moving to $45,000 for the SV trim, $52,810 for the rugged PRO-4X model, and $58,670 for the luxurious Platinum Reserve trim. Four-wheel drive is optional at an extra cost ranging from $3,190 to $3,310 depending on the trim, but it comes standard on the PRO-4X trim. The pricing of the Nissan Titan is generally more affordable than similarly equipped trucks with V8 engines. Competing trucks can get more expensive than the Titan, but they can also get more luxurious, more capable, and offer better performance in their more expensive trims. Before buying any new or used vehicle, check the KBB.com Fair Purchase Price to see what others in your area paid for theirs. Pickup trucks generally hold their value well, and the Titan is no exception, but the Toyota Tundra has the best resale value in this class.
Driving the 2023 Nissan TITAN
Nothing is dazzling about how the Nissan Titan drives, but there’s also nothing wrong with it. The standard V8 has 400 horsepower, which is best-in-class for a base engine in this segment. Acceleration is strong, and it runs smoothly at any speed. The handling is about what you would expect from a full-size truck. It’s not very agile around tight corners, but the ride is comfortable for daily driving and long-distance cruising. Since the Titan only has one engine option, every configuration of this truck drives pretty much the same. The exception is the PRO-4X model, which comes with upgrades to improve its off-road chops. It’s not a high-performance off-roader like the Ford F-150 Raptor or Ram 1500 TRX, but it’s a capable truck thanks to standard 4-wheel drive (4WD), Bilstein shocks, all-terrain tires, and a locking rear differential.
Interior Comfort
The interior quality of the Nissan Titan is acceptable for a pickup truck, but all of its rivals are nicer on the inside. The Titan has a functional and comfortable cabin, but the material quality and tech features are so-so compared to more modern competitors. The Titan gets nicer in the upper trims. For example, the top Platinum Reserve trim has leather seating, a leather-wrapped center console, a heated steering wheel, Fender 12-speaker premium audio, and more. The King Cab models have an extended cab with pretty tight leg room in the back, but it’s okay if you won’t use those seats regularly. If you’re going to use your truck as a family vehicle, you’ll want one of the much roomier crew cab models.
Exterior Styling
The Nissan Titan has a unique look in full-size trucks. Its look can change a bit depending on the trim. Upgrading to the SV trim adds more chrome, the PRO-4X has a unique appearance package hinting at its off-road capabilities, and the Platinum Reserve model has satin chrome trim, 20-inch wheels, and chrome running boards. The Titan has two cab options; the King Cab and the crew cab. The King Cab is an extended cab setup with rear-hinged back doors, and the crew cab has four full-size doors. As for the size, the Titan’s dimensions are in line with the full-size truck segment.
Favorite Features
1. 5-year/100,000-mile warranty 2. Standard 400-hp V8 3. Safety Shield 360 4. Rugged PRO-4X model 5. Utili-track channel system 6. NissanConnect infotainment system
The Nissan Titan boasts a class-leading warranty. It’s a bumper-to-bumper limited warranty that’s good for five years or 100,000 miles, whichever comes first. This adds to the value proposition of the Titan.
The standard 5.6-liter V8 under the hood of the Titan makes 400 horsepower and 413 lb-ft of torque. That’s the highest horsepower rating for a standard engine in this class.
The standard Nissan Safety Shield 360 safety tech suite bundles convenient features like forward and reverse automatic emergency braking, blind-spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alert, lane departure warning, and automatic high beams.
If you’re looking for an off-road-ready full-size truck that won’t break the bank, consider the capable Titan PRO-4X. More than just a rugged appearance package, it comes with 4WD, Bilstein shocks, skid plates, all-terrain tires, an electronic locking rear differential, and more.
The clever available Utili-track channel system adds greater utility and flexibility to the bed. Aluminum-alloy cleats slide along channels in the bed to help you better secure your load.
The standard infotainment system in the Titan is an 8-inch screen with Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, and SiriusXM. It’s upgradeable to a 9-inch screen with navigation, Fender 12-speaker audio, and more USB ports.
Engine & Transmission
The standard engine in the Nissan Titan is a 5.6-liter V8 rated at 400 horsepower and 413 lb-ft of torque. This makes the Titan a good value if you’re looking for a V8-powered pickup, but most of its rivals have more variety under the hood. The V8 is mated to a 9-speed automatic transmission. Like most trucks in this class, rear-wheel drive is standard and 4-wheel drive is optional. The Titan has a maximum tow rating of 9,320 pounds and a maximum payload capacity of 1,710 pounds. These numbers are adequate for most truck drivers but underwhelming for a full-size truck with a V8. 5.6-liter V8 Exceptional Warranty The Nissan Titan boasts a class-leading warranty. It’s a bumper-to-bumper limited warranty good for 5 years or 100,000 miles, whichever comes first.
400 horsepower @ 5,800 rpm
413 lb-ft of torque @ 4,000 rpm
EPA city/highway fuel economy: 16/21 mpg (RWD), 15/21 (4WD), 15/20 mpg (PRO-4X)
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