Lastly, Nissan is a great value - comparable street competitors are 10-15K more. Leather, a Rockford Fosgate audio system, and heated front seats are available. Walkaround Everything about the appearance of the Nissan Titan is big and bold, from the expanse of chrome on the bumper and grille to the creased fenders. On models equipped with Captain's Chairs, your console storage box is located between the front seats. If your glove box is equipped with a lock and you want to lock or unlock it, use your Master key.
We think a Titan will outrun many pickups and deliver competitive mileage to similar configurations. The brakes have significant swept area, a prime indicator of braking capacity, and the Titan has performed well in braking performance tests. Although it doesn't have as much horsepower as some of the competing trucks with larger V8 choices or Dodge's Hemi, it's great on torque. Upper-end models move to Captain's-chair-style seating with a center console gated shifter and wide center storage compartment big enough to fit a tablet or laptop. Push the door closed to fold and stow this feature. Titan's exhaust keeps the V8 rumble so adored by truck buyers while eliminating the drone that could wear on long highway trips. I bought this truck new and have been very pleased with its dependability.
The Titan comes in a single powertrain configuration, its 5. A no-cost option is the same engine fitted with technology making it E85 compatible. It has a deep storage area. We much prefer the four-door Crew Cabs, with their wide, nicely positioned seats that seem to be more of a climb to get into than in some of the competitive trucks. The interior of the Titan varies significantly depending on which model you choose. Driving It Although it does not have the most powerful V8 engine in its class, calling the 2012 Nissan Titan pickup truck weak would be a gross misrepresentation. There is no regular cab.
Crew Cab models offer a shorter cargo bed, due to their longer body length, of 67. The most significant change for the 2012 Titan is a new Sport Appearance Package, which combines functional upgrades with a lot of unique appearance items, including 20-inch wheels. It was new in the 2004 model year, and Nissan's Titan hasn't changed much at all since then. The Titan has the robustness and ability to deal with tough jobs and heavy loads, such as pulling a toy hauler full of dirt bikes and sand buggies. More than seven years down the road, the American-made, Japanese-branded pickup still manages to look brawny and relatively fresh, in the way the Ram trucks still generate more of a double-take than anything in the class. However, the longer cargo bed comes with a wheelbase that is also about 20 inches longer, at 159. Unless otherwise indicated, specifications refer to test vehicle.
The only engine is a very powerful 5. The Titan's styling has always been rather safe, never breaking enough barriers to draw customers away from Detroit competitors. All Titans now come with dual front, side, and curtain airbags, as well as anti-lock brakes and stability control. A truck can take quite a beating from just everyday activities that would make other vehicles rust to pieces. Autotrucktoys is your definitive source for Nissan Titan interior accessories. Whale filed this report to NewCarTestDrive. All Titans now get Nissan's Vehicle Dynamic Control and side-impact airbags as standard safety equipment.
You need the right gear to keep your truck looking its best and help make your drive even more comfortable. The Titan can be equipped with a six-person bench seat interior or with captain's chairs in front for a five-seat capacity. Nissan's gated 5-speed automatic transmission came in handy on steep descents, where we often found ourselves shifting through the lower gear ranges to slow the vehicle and spare the brakes. Nissan has a great reliability in the Titan. These cup holders will adjust to accommodate most drink container sizes. The strong V8 engine gets the job done. Changes since then have been minor.
Pandora is personalized internet radio that is designed to help you discover new music that you'll love mixed in with music that you already know. Four-wheel drive and low range are electrically shifted by a rotary dash knob. The 2012 Nissan Titan S has a 317-horsepower 5. Reviewers like that the Nissan Titan includes plenty of cup holders, bins, in-bed storage and a nearly flat floor for cargo. Kelley Blue Book expects the 2012 Nissan Titan truck to maintain an average resale value over a 5-year period, holding below the Ford F-150 Super Cab, the Chevrolet Silverado Extended Cab 1500 and. Hauling capacity includes a 2,000-lb payload and 9,500-lb tow rating. Thank you Nissan for a Great vehicle.
Pickup trucks aren't held in high regard for ride comfort or handling prowess yet they have made strides in both. This one of the best engines on the market. Titans offer seating for up to six adults in comfort, and the big truck returns 13 mpg city, 18 mpg on the highway for the 2-wheel drive model. If you need a full-size pickup with power to perform and deal with heavy loads, and with plenty of room inside, and you'd also like the comfort and convenience of the Titan's level of refinement, then it definitely should be on your shopping list. The Titan will tow up to 9,500 pounds in the right configuration, but that's now a thousand pounds shy of the class leaders, too. This is a very strong and underrated Pick up.
The Titan's styling has always been rather safe, never breaking enough barriers to draw customers away from Detroit competitors. I switch trucks quite often. If you want good mpg's. A locking fender compartment, tailgate cargo-bed lighting, and track tie-down system are added assets. Wide-Swinging Rear Door The hinged rear door on the Nissan Titan King Cab model swings back 168 degrees to create exceptionally convenient interior access.
Interior space and comfort are good, and build quality is reasonably good, too. The Titan is capable of running on E85 biofuel, but that option's really only realistic in the corn belt. Power-adjustable pedals accommodate shorter drivers, and ride quality is good for a truck, with wind and road noise both at acceptable levels, though the engine can be a bit loud for some. We found the transmission responds smoothly and crisply as conditions dictate. Model Lineup The 2012 Nissan Titan comes in 14 versions.