2023 Nissan Titan

　　

2023 Nissan Titan Review

byKurt NiebuhrSenior Vehicle Test Editor

　　Kurt Niebuhr has worked in the automotive industry since 2005. A automotive photographer by trade, Kurt is now one of zzdcar' high-performance test drivers. He's driven and photographed hundreds, if not thousands, of vehicles all over the world, so Kurt's library of automotive experiences would certainly make for a good book. When not dreaming about getting his racing license or trying to buy out-of-date film for his cameras, Kurt can usually be found cursing at his 1966 Mustang.

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　　Ryan ZumMallen has worked in the automotive industry since 2012. He has written thousands of car-related articles and tested and reviewed hundreds of vehicles over the course of his career. Ryan has also contributed to Road & Track, Autoweek, Trucks.com and more. In 2019, Ryan published his first book, Slow Car Fast, on the millennial generation and its unique take on modern car culture.

　　The 2023 Nissan Titan is the automaker's entry in the full-size light-duty pickup truck segment. It's also part of the Titan generation that came out for the 2016 model year, which means this truck is getting on in years. The 5.6-liter V8 under the hood makes 400 horsepower and 413 lb-ft, and while that's a pleasing amount of power, rival trucks give you a lot more choice with even more powerful engines or ones with better fuel economy. On the Titan, it's the V8 or nothing.

　　

Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 2023 Nissan Titan S 4dr King Cab SB (5.6L 8cyl 9A) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.06 per gallon for regular unleaded in North Dakota.

Monthly estimates based on costs in North Dakota

　　$210/mo  for Titan S

　　Titan S

　　S 4dr King Cab SB (5.6L 8cyl 9A) - $40,350 MSRPS 4dr Crew Cab SB (5.6L 8cyl 9A) - $42,140 MSRPS 4dr King Cab 4WD SB (5.6L 8cyl 9A) - $43,640 MSRPS 4dr Crew Cab 4WD SB (5.6L 8cyl 9A) - $45,330 MSRPSV 4dr Crew Cab SB (5.6L 8cyl 9A) - $45,650 MSRPSV 4dr King Cab SB (5.6L 8cyl 9A) - $45,730 MSRPSV 4dr Crew Cab 4WD SB (5.6L 8cyl 9A) - $48,840 MSRPSV 4dr King Cab 4WD SB (5.6L 8cyl 9A) - $49,020 MSRPPRO-4X 4dr Crew Cab 4WD SB (5.6L 8cyl 9A) (Most Popular) - $53,460 MSRPPlatinum Reserve 4dr Crew Cab SB (5.6L 8cyl 9A) - $59,320 MSRPPlatinum Reserve 4dr Crew Cab 4WD SB (5.6L 8cyl 9A) - $62,630 MSRP

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　　$233/mo

　　Avg. Large Truck

　　There are a few other drawbacks to this aging truck. Maximum payload and towing capacities are less than what you can get from the Chevrolet Silverado, Ford F-150, Ram 1500 and Toyota Tundra, for example, and there just aren't as many configurations or options to pick from as there are on those trucks. Does the Nissan Titan offer what you want from a full-size pickup truck? Read our Expert Rating for all the ins and outs as well as the pros and cons of the Titan.

　　zzdcar Expert Rating

　　Our VerdictThe zzdcar Vehicle Testing Team evaluates a fresh batch of vehicles every week, pairing objective assessments at our test track with real-world driving on city streets, freeways and winding roads. The data we gather results in our Expert Ratings. They’re based on 30-plus scores that cover every aspect of the automotive experience.

　　Below Average

　　7.1

　　out of 10

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　　Rated for you by America's best test team.

　　

Performance

6.5/10

　　How does the Titan drive? You get a standard V8 engine in the Titan. That's fine if you like V8s but other trucks give you a lot more choice. The Titan we tested accelerated from 0 to 60 mph in 7.5 seconds, which is unremarkable for a light-duty pickup with a V8. But the V8, paired with the nine-speed automatic, puts the power to the ground smoothly.

　　We didn't expect the Titan to raise any eyebrows dynamically. But the steering is surprisingly heavy and cumbersome in a way that hinders maneuverability at low speed. You have to press hard on the brakes for full stopping power, and you feel the weight of this 3-ton truck on winding roads.

　　

Comfort

8.0/10

　　How comfortable is the Titan? The Titan rides smoothly over even pavement and handles cracks and bumps in the road without upsetting the cabin. It's a comfortable ride made better by the front seats that are cushy and supportive.

　　The automatic climate control springs into action quickly. But the fans are awfully loud and contribute to high levels of ambient noise that always seems present in the cabin. At speed, there is noticeable wind noise, and you need to speak louder to hold a conversation on the highway.

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