Overview & Reviews
The Nissan Titan, introduced for 2004, was the first Japanese pickup to truly possess the attributes that buyers typically expect from a full-size truck. Manufactured at Nissan's Canton, Mississippi, plant, it boasts dimensions and capabilities that are very similar to those of domestic full-size pickups. Though it hasn't sold as well as its rivals and is now growing quite long in the tooth, a new or used Nissan Titan can still meet the basic needs of many truck shoppers.
Current Nissan Titan
The Nissan Titan is a full-size pickup truck. In terms of size, it's very similar to the trucks offered by domestic automakers, which means it provides competitive amounts of cargo and interior room. There's a fully boxed frame underneath for maximum rigidity and strength, as well as a traditional solid rear axle with leaf-spring support.
Nissan currently offers the Titan in extended-cab (King Cab) and crew-cab styles, with two bed lengths each. Buyers may also choose between standard- and long-wheelbase versions, with the latter adding 20 inches in length. The King Cab is offered with either a 6.5- or 8-foot bed, while those on the crew cab are each 1 foot shorter. The King Cab's rear-hinged doors open extra wide to aid cargo loading or a passenger's entry to the rear seats. The crew cab has four traditional doors and a larger rear seating area with more available rear legroom than the extended cab.
Each Nissan Titan body style is available in four trim levels. Similar to other Nissan products, there's the entry-level S, the midgrade SV, off-road-focused PRO-4X and the luxury-oriented SL. The S has a front bench seat, while captain's chairs with a flow-through console are standard on the other trims. Standard safety features now include stability control, front-seat side airbags and side curtain airbags. Notable options, depending on trim, include upgraded audio systems, a navigation system, a rear-seat DVD entertainment system and utility-enhancing cargo bed features. For those who anticipate pulling trailers, the SV Value Truck or SL Max Utility tow packages are also available.
The PRO-4X trim level adds equipment for serious off-roaders that include Rancho shocks, a lower final-drive ratio, skid plates, an electronic locking differential and 18-inch off-road wheels with aggressive off-road tires. Unique exterior and interior styling cues to differentiate the PRO-4X from the other Titan models are also included.
For power, Nissan offers only one combination: a 5.6-liter V8 connected to a five-speed automatic transmission. The V8 is rated at 317 horsepower and 385 pound-feet of torque. The transmission features a tow/haul mode for when the truck is used for pulling or carrying heavy loads. For every body style and trim combination, two- or four-wheel drive is available.
In Nissan Titan reviews, our editors have found it to be powerful and capable both on- and off-road. Downsides include a lack of additional powertrain choices and the absence of a heavy-duty model. The Titan has also been outclassed by newer competitors in terms of comfort and overall design. Still, we think Nissan's Titan is worth a look.
Used Nissan Titan Models
The current, first-generation Titan debuted for 2004, and these earlier trucks could be a good choice for a shopper searching for a used late-model pickup. The first couple of production years, in particular, outclassed domestic pickups in many ways. The most notable changes for the Nissan Titan came for the 2008 model year and included the addition of a long-wheelbase model, exterior and interior styling refreshes and new features. Models built for 2007 and earlier were available in one wheelbase length only, lacked the two different bed lengths for each body style and also had a reduced maximum payload.
It should be noted that stability control, side airbags and side curtain airbags were not standard on all Titans until 2010. Used shoppers should investigate whether the truck in question is equipped with them. Also, the current trim levels were introduced for the 2011 model year; previously, the Titan's three main trims were XE, SE and LE, though feature content was broadly comparable.
User Reviews:
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Best Truck made in America - 2004 Nissan Titan
By rntshy - April 25 - 2:16 pm144K and running like a champ. Great at towing, super comfort, kids like the entertainment system, plenty of power.
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Excellent Truck - 2004 Nissan Titan
By Gerryfd - April 22 - 11:50 pmI drove Chevy trucks for seven years before buying this truck and now have 43,000 miles on it. The brake recall wasnt needed until I reached 35700 and Nissan had done one seatbelt recall. Overall, I am very satisified with this truck. Im going to start pulling a 28 foot Hornet Hideout travel trailer I bought for vacations now but pretty sure this truck will handle it. I had Nissan installed a 2" lift, dual exhaust and K&N Intake in early 2006 and had this truck configured fully loaded when purchased. So far this truck hasnt caused me any problems, rides very smooth and am glad I bought it. I bought the iPod kit and installed it myself because the auxiliary feature wasnt loud enough
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The Best truck Ive purchased so far !!! - 2006 Nissan Titan
By ralph - April 19 - 6:53 amAwesome truck, lots of power and hauling capability...The inside is very spacious. my little boy fits very comfortably in the back, while his daddy hauls material everyday 6 hours a day...No complaints, Im very happy with the truck!
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This is an awesome truck! - 2004 Nissan Titan
By gator - April 17 - 3:23 pmThis thing is powerful, fast, comfortable, good-looking, I could go on and on. I tested a 2004 Silverado SS for a weekend and was turned off by the fuel economy and premium gas requirement. I then ruled out trucks for over 7 months, but I needed one so I went back to researching them. The Titan had everything I was looking for, and a console shift to boot. On top of everything else it has going for it, it will run on regular gas and get an average mixed economy of 16 - 17 mpg.
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Not perfect, but a very good truck... - 2005 Nissan Titan
By Oompa - April 14 - 10:03 amI test drive this truck and was amazed by the power and some nice features it has. Its a very good truck, but I still believe there are some things that can be done to make it even better. All in all, I really like it and would certainly recommend anyone in search of a nice truck to go and test drive one. Im certain youll really like. Styling is much better then that of Dodge and Chevy. Ive owned both a Ford and Chevy before. The Chevy was a good truck, but not as good as my Titan. The Ford on the other hand was nothing but headaches...something was always going out on it. Again, check out the Nissan and you wont be disappointed. Oh, and its fun driving this truck!
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LOVE My Truck!!!!! - 2005 Nissan Titan
By Bundomomof3 - April 14 - 1:30 amWe bought this truck after having a chevy for 4 years. We had nothing but problem after problem with the chevy. The nissan is great! Fun to drive, fast acceleration. I have 3 kids and 1 car seat and 2 booster seats that fit perfectly in the back. The kids have enough leg room. I am pleasantly surprised about how comfortable this truck really is. I would recommend this truck to everyone. LOVE it, LOVE it, LOVE it!!!!!!!!
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WHAT A ROCKET !! - 2004 Nissan Titan
By mbony - April 2 - 10:00 amThis is one of the quickest trucks I have ever drove also the motor is unbelievably smooth,Interior room is imense and I am 6 and weigh 275 lbs gas mileage is more than acceptable for the performance you get from this silky smooth V8.the price for this truck when compared to Toyota or one of the big 3 trucks equipped the same is about 3000.00 dollars less making this truck a true bargain.I LOVE IT !!
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i love my titan - 2006 Nissan Titan
By derek acosta - March 23 - 12:36 amMe and my father decided to buy a titan for haulin our trailer that we use for our business. Every weekend we drive from Phoenix to Tucson, this truck is a pleasure to drive. you cant feel that you are pulling 6000 lbs. takes off like a bat out of hell. we were skeptical about the gas also, but when you step on it and it puts you all the way back into your seat you kinda forget the mileage. Anyways we get what all full- size trucks are getting but with more power and torque than most
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Love that transmission - 2005 Nissan Titan
By Fredee - March 19 - 3:20 pmThe 5-speed auto trans with bucket seats and gated shifter is a dream. 3rd gear with my 21 foot travel trailer allows almost any speed up almost any hill. Still averaged 10 mpg on a 2000 mile trailer trip. The only vehicle I have been able to drive without extra back suppport. I have the 8 way electric driver seat. (Could be just an inch or two wider) Four wheel drive works great. Wish Nissan had some better brighter exterior colors to choose from.
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05 Titan after 2 years - 2005 Nissan Titan
By JP - March 14 - 9:33 amAfter two years I still like this truck. Out of the many vehicles I have owned, this is the best. Great power, comfortable, towing is a breeze. If you are in the market for a ½ ton truck that will work like a ¾ ton, I highly recommend driving the Nissan Titan.
