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Nissan Titan II XD Single Cab 5.0 V8 (310 Hp) 4WD Automatic
Overall Rating
Nissan Titan:
The Nissan Titan is a full-size pickup truck which was manufactured by Nissan USA in Canton, Mississippi for the North American market from September 2003 to November 2024 over two generations. The first generation was produced for the 2004-2015 model years , with an intermediate refresh for MY 2008. The second generation was made for MY 2016-2024, with production beginning in November 2015 and an intermediate refresh for MY 2020. Both generations have an extended cab or crew cab design, with the second-generation also having a two-door regular cab variant. The Titan has a V8 engine which is mounted in the front and either rear-wheel drive or four-wheel drive, with the second generation adding a diesel engine alongside a revised version of the gasoline engine used in the first generation....(Read more on Wikipedia)
II XD Single Cab Overview:
Nissan Titan (II XD Single Cab). With 555 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. At around 3019 kg, it’s on the heavier side. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. A vehicle with an open cargo bed at the back, suitable for transporting goods. Seating for 3 makes it ideal for daily use.
5.0 V8 (310 Hp) 4WD Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Combines the high torque of the Cummins diesel with the added traction of 4WD, making it ideal for heavy loads in challenging conditions.
Fuel Economy
Good fuel economy for a heavy-duty 4WD diesel truck, though slightly less efficient than its 2WD counterpart due to drivetrain losses.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Robust engine options (powerful V8 gas, high-torque Cummins diesel)
- • Excellent towing and hauling capabilities
- • Durable, truck-focused chassis and suspension
- • Available 4WD for off-road and challenging conditions
- • Spacious single cab for its class
Cons:
- • Fuel economy is typical for a heavy-duty truck (can be high)
- • Ride quality can be stiff, especially when unladen
- • Interior design is functional but less refined than some competitors
- • Limited advanced safety features compared to newer trucks
- • Cummins diesel had some early reliability concerns
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(I: 2003 - 2015).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Nissan |
| Model: | Titan |
| Generation: | II XD Single Cab |
| Modification (Engine): | 5.0 V8 (310 Hp) 4WD Automatic |
| Start of production: | 2015 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Pick-up |
| Seats: | 3 |
| Doors: | 2 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 310 Hp @ 3200 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Torque: | 555 Nm @ 1600 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | Cummins More details about the engine Cummins |
| Number of cylinders: | 8 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Diesel Commonrail |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 9.5 l |
| Coolant: | 16.5 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 94 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 90 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 16.3:1 |
| Maximum engine speed: | 4200 rpm. |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Diesel |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 9.7 kg/Hp, 102.7 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 5.4 kg/Nm, 183.8 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 3019 |
| Max. weight: | 4078 |
| Max load: | 1059 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 98 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Ramp-over (brakeover) angle: | 21.6° |
| Length: | 5867 mm mm |
| Width: | 2019 mm mm |
| Height: | 1958 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 3551 mm mm |
| Front track: | 1737 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1737 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 203-221 mm |
| Approach angle: | 15.6° |
| Departure angle: | 23.7° |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Number of gears | 6 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 245/75 R17; 265/60 R20 |
| Wheel rims size | 7.5J x 17; 7.5J x 20 |
| Front suspension | Double wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Leaf spring |
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