2023 Nissan Titan XD Crew Cab

　　

2023 Nissan Titan XD Review

byDan FrioReviews Editor

　　Dan spent many years covering the go-fast, look-good, get-loud corners of the automotive universe. First, he served as editor of enthusiast magazines AutoSound and Honda Tuning, then as executive editor at SEMA News, the publishing arm of the trade group that produces the annual SEMA Show (yes, that show). As a contributor to zzdcar, he now likes to keep the volume low and the speed limit legal, providing expert car-shopping advice to drivers looking for the perfect match.

　　The 2023 Nissan Titan XD remains an oddball in the truck world. Nissan introduced it as a way to bridge the gap between full-size and heavy-duty pickups, with the ride comfort of the former and extra strength of the latter. The idea made more sense nearly a decade ago when the Titan XD debuted. Back then, the big Nissan was sized like a heavy-duty, and it could haul and tow more than competitors like the Ram 1500 or Toyota Tundra.

　　

Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 2023 Nissan Titan XD S 4dr Crew Cab 4WD 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

　　$216/mo  for Titan XD S

　　Titan XD S

　　S 4dr Crew Cab 4WD SB (5.6L 8cyl 9A) - $47,990 MSRPSV 4dr Crew Cab 4WD SB (5.6L 8cyl 9A) - $51,810 MSRPPRO-4X 4dr Crew Cab 4WD SB (5.6L 8cyl 9A) (Most Popular) - $57,770 MSRPPlatinum Reserve 4dr Crew Cab 4WD SB (5.6L 8cyl 9A) - $65,720 MSRP

　　vs

　　$233/mo

　　Avg. Large Truck

　　But today's full-size trucks are larger and more capable, and nearly all can haul and tow more. Today the Titan XD is simply another entry in the full-size class, and a stagnant entry at that. It hasn't been significantly updated since its arrival. For 2023, the Titan XD carries over with only one notable change: the addition of wireless Apple CarPlay as a standard feature on the Pro-4X and Platinum Reserve trim levels. CarPlay and Android Auto via USB cable still come standard on the S and SV trims.

　　The Titan XD answers a question no one really asked, but it's still worth a look, especially if you can get a deal on one. The Pro-4X model, in particular, can be the foundation of a wild off-road truck. The Titan XD is also a more streamlined purchase. Full-size trucks offer dozens of combinations and can serve the span of personal, recreational and commercial needs. The Titan XD is simple by comparison. One V8 engine, two bed lengths and four trim levels. If you want a capable truck with a minimum of buying headache, the Titan XD fits the bill. But if hauling and towing are priorities, the Ford F-150, Chevrolet Silverado, Ram 1500 and Toyota Tundra are all better options.

　　

Which Titan XD does zzdcar recommend?

You don't need to be an off-road enthusiast to enjoy the benefits of the Pro-4X. It costs only a bit more than an SV trim equipped with the same features and options, but it adds an upgraded suspension, fortified off-road hardware, LED headlights and, new for 2023, wireless Apple CarPlay. You can also add a wider selection of luxury options not available on the lower trims. Even if you never take to the trails, the Pro-4X delivers the Titan XD's upside with some adventure-ready capability.

　　

Nissan Titan XD models

The 2023 Nissan Titan XD is a full-size pickup with four available trim levels: S, SV, Pro-4X and Platinum Reserve. All come in a single crew-cab configuration with a 6.5-foot bed. A 5.6-liter V8 gasoline engine (400 horsepower, 413 lb-ft of torque) is the only engine offered, and it pairs with a nine-speed automatic transmission and standard four-wheel drive. Feature highlights include:

　　S

　　The S comes with a fair set of work-truck features:

　　Spray-in bedliner 17-inch steel wheels Receiver hitch with a combo four-pin/seven-pin wiring harness connector Lockable tailgate Sliding rear window Power windows and locks Push-button ignition 8-inch touchscreen Six-speaker audio system Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone integrationHeavy-duty front springs are optional.

　　Every Titan XD also comes with a suite of standard safety features including:

　　Forward collision mitigation with pedestrian detection (warns you of an impending collision and applies the brakes in certain scenarios) Blind-spot warning (alerts you if a vehicle in the next lane over is in your blind spot) Rear automatic braking (brakes if sensors detect an imminent collision with an object behind the vehicle) Rear cross-traffic warning (alerts you if a vehicle behind you is about to cross your vehicle's path while you're in reverse) Lane departure warning (alerts you if the vehicle begins to drift out of its lane) Trailer sway control (helps stabilize a towed trailer while driving)SV

　　The SV looks and feels more like a work/play truck by adding:

　　18-inch alloy wheels Front tow hooks Heated, power-adjustable towing mirrors Trailer brake controller Adaptive cruise control (maintains a driver-set distance between the Titan XD and the car in front)The spray-in bedliner disappears from the SV but can be added in an optional package. There are two primary packages for the SV:

　　SV Convenience package

　　20-inch alloy wheels Remote engine start Side steps Gooseneck hitch Power-sliding rear window Keyless entry Auto-dimming rearview mirror Leather-wrapped steering wheel Dual-zone automatic climate control Rear air vents Heated front bucket seats with power driver's seat Wi-Fi hotspot 120-volt household-style power outlet Dual rear USB-A ports Front and rear parking sensorsSV Utility package

　　Spray-in bedliner Rain-sensing wipers Lockable rear-seat cargo organizer Fold-flat rear floor Rear bumper steps Cargo-management rail system LED bed lighting 120-volt outlet in bed Locking tailgatePro-4X

　　The off-road-oriented Pro-4X builds on the SV's standard and optional features (except for remote engine start, side steps and heated front seats) and adds these unique features:

　　18-inch wheels with all-terrain tires LED headlights and foglights Bilstein shocks Skid plates Electronic locking rear differential Hill descent control Navigation system 9-inch touchscreen Wireless Apple CarPlayThere are two option packages for the Pro-4X:

　　Pro-4X Convenience package Remote engine start Auto-dimming outside mirrors Power-adjustable, heated steering wheel Driver's seat memory settings Heated front and rear seats Power-adjustable front passenger seat Leather upholstery Visual trailer check function Gooseneck hitch Premium package Ventilated front seats Panoramic sunroof Titan Box in-bed storage system Surround-view camera system (gives you a top-down view of the Titan XD and its surroundings for tight parking situations) Platinum Reserve

　　The range-topping Platinum Reserve comes with nearly all of the Pro-4X's options as standard. It also comes with:

　　20-inch alloy wheels Dark chrome exterior styling Illuminated side steps Ventilated front seats Heated rear seats Upgraded leather upholstery Wood trimThe Platinum Reserve offers a Moonroof package, a Monotone Paint package (bumpers and fenders painted) and:

　　Platinum Utility package

　　Titan Box in-bed storage system Remote-locking tailgate Rear bumper steps

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