hamburger icon

2018 Nissan Titan XD

Change vehicle or year
Select a Year - Nissan Titan XD
OR
Change Vehicle
Make
Nissan
Model
Titan XD
Year
2018
GO
OEM Exterior Primary
OEM Interior Primary
OEM Exterior Standard
OEM Exterior
OEM Interior
Photos Colors
Expert Rating
Unavailable

Our expert ratings are based on seven comprehensive criteria: quality, safety, comfort, performance, fuel economy, reliability history and value.

You can interpret our ratings in the following way:

: Outstanding vehicle. Only the most exceptional vehicles achieve this rating.

: Very Good vehicle. Very good and close to being the best vehicle in its class.

: Good vehicle. Decent, but not quite the best. Often affordable, but lacking key features found in vehicles of the same class.

: Below average vehicle. Not recommended, and lacking attributes a car buyer would come to expect for the price.

: Poor vehicle. Simply does not deserve to be on the road.

Select a Trim
Select a Trim
2018 S Gas 2dr 4x2 Single Cab 8 ft. box 139.8 in. WB
most popular
Price:   -  From $32,290
2018 S Gas 4dr 4x2 King Cab 6.5 ft. box 139.8 in. WB Price:   -  From $34,260
2018 S Gas 2dr 4x4 Single Cab 8 ft. box 139.8 in. WB Price:   -  From $35,320
2018 SV Gas 2dr 4x2 Single Cab 8 ft. box 139.8 in. WB Price:   -  From $36,190
2018 S Gas 4dr 4x4 King Cab 6.5 ft. box 139.8 in. WB Price:   -  From $37,290
2018 S Gas 4dr 4x2 Crew Cab 6.5 ft. box 151.6 in. WB Price:   -  From $37,490
2018 S Diesel 2dr 4x2 Single Cab 8 ft. box 139.8 in. WB Price:   -  From $37,840
2018 SV Gas 4dr 4x2 King Cab 6.5 ft. box 139.8 in. WB Price:   -  From $38,660
2018 SV Gas 2dr 4x4 Single Cab 8 ft. box 139.8 in. WB Price:   -  From $39,220
2018 S Gas 4dr 4x4 Crew Cab 6.5 ft. box 151.6 in. WB Price:   -  From $40,520
2018 S Diesel 4dr 4x2 King Cab 6.5 ft. box 139.8 in. WB Price:   -  From $40,810
2018 S Diesel 2dr 4x4 Single Cab 8 ft. box 139.8 in. WB Price:   -  From $40,870
2018 SV Gas 4dr 4x2 Crew Cab 6.5 ft. box 151.6 in. WB Price:   -  From $41,650
2018 SV Gas 4dr 4x4 King Cab 6.5 ft. box 139.8 in. WB Price:   -  From $41,690
2018 SV Diesel 2dr 4x2 Single Cab 8 ft. box 139.8 in. WB Price:   -  From $42,240
2018 S Diesel 4dr 4x2 Crew Cab 6.5 ft. box 151.6 in. WB Price:   -  From $42,740
2018 S Diesel 4dr 4x4 King Cab 6.5 ft. box 139.8 in. WB Price:   -  From $44,340
2018 SV Gas 4dr 4x4 Crew Cab 6.5 ft. box 151.6 in. WB Price:   -  From $44,630
2018 SV Diesel 4dr 4x2 King Cab 6.5 ft. box 139.8 in. WB Price:   -  From $44,710
2018 SV Diesel 2dr 4x4 Single Cab 8 ft. box 139.8 in. WB Price:   -  From $45,270
2018 S Diesel 4dr 4x4 Crew Cab 6.5 ft. box 151.6 in. WB Price:   -  From $45,770
2018 PRO-4X Gas 4dr 4x4 King Cab 6.5 ft. box 139.8 in. WB Price:   -  From $46,140
2018 SV Diesel 4dr 4x2 Crew Cab 6.5 ft. box 151.6 in. WB Price:   -  From $46,450
2018 SV Diesel 4dr 4x4 King Cab 6.5 ft. box 139.8 in. WB Price:   -  From $47,240
2018 PRO-4X Gas 4dr 4x4 Crew Cab 6.5 ft. box 151.6 in. WB Price:   -  From $48,380
2018 SV Diesel 4dr 4x4 Crew Cab 6.5 ft. box 151.6 in. WB Price:   -  From $49,430
2018 PRO-4X Diesel 4dr 4x4 King Cab 6.5 ft. box 139.8 in. WB Price:   -  From $51,190
2018 SL Gas 4dr 4x4 Crew Cab 6.5 ft. box 151.6 in. WB Price:   -  From $52,940
2018 PRO-4X Diesel 4dr 4x4 Crew Cab 6.5 ft. box 151.6 in. WB Price:   -  From $53,630
2018 Platinum Reserve Gas 4dr 4x2 Crew Cab 6.5 ft. box 151.6 in. WB Price:   -  From $55,280
2018 SL Diesel 4dr 4x4 Crew Cab 6.5 ft. box 151.6 in. WB Price:   -  From $58,190
2018 Platinum Reserve Gas 4dr 4x4 Crew Cab 6.5 ft. box 151.6 in. WB Price:   -  From $58,860
2018 Platinum Reserve Diesel 4dr 4x2 Crew Cab 6.5 ft. box 151.6 in. WB Price:   -  From $60,530
2018 Platinum Reserve Diesel 4dr 4x4 Crew Cab 6.5 ft. box 151.6 in. WB Price:   -  From $64,110

Overview

How many country songs are written about the Nissan Titan? Not too many. But that doesn't mean the Nissan isn't as much a workhorse as the American haulers. Indeed, the heavy-duty Titan XD boasts a maximum 12,310 pound towing capacity and a top payload rating of over 2,000 pounds. A Japanese full-size truck may still sound like an oxymoron to some, but there's no denying that the Titan XD has the stats to back up its assault on the traditional American trucks.

What's New for 2018

Rhinestone cowboys will appreciate the new Midnight Edition package, which outfits the Titan with a body-color grille and bumpers, black 20-inch wheels, and black badging, interior trim, door handles and mirrors. Otherwise, the Titan is unchanged.

Nissan Titan XD

Choosing Your Nissan Titan XD

Nissan offers two Titans. The base is roughly analogous to light-duty trucks like the Ford F-150 or Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and is listed separately. The Titan XD, listed here, challenges the heavy-duty F-Series Super Duty and Silverado 2500HD.

Nissan offers an array of choices regarding the combination of cab and bed. Buyers can choose from three cabs – Standard, King and Crew – as well as from either an eight-foot or 6.5-foot bed. The Crew Cab, with it's four full-size doors, is paired exclusively with the 6.5-foot bed. The King Cab, which uses smaller but wide-swinging rear-hinged doors, is available with either bed, as is the Standard Cab.

Of the five trim levels, only the Crew Cab is available across the Titan XD line. The Single Cab is relegated to just the S or SV SV, while the King Cab can be had in S, SV or Pro-4X.

Under the hood, power is all of the eight-cylinder variety, with one burning gas and the other drinking diesel. The former displaces 5.6-liters, and with help from technology like variable valve timing and direct injection, puts out 390 horsepower and 394 lb-ft of torque.

Unlike the 5.6, which is built in-house by Nissan, the diesel is a 5.0-liter affair made by Cummins. It uses a two-stage turbo system to help avoid low-end turbo lag, and also employs technologies to reduce "diesel chatter" and improve cold starting - two notorious traits that often plague diesels of any make or model. It uses a six speed automatic versus the 5.6-liter's seven speed unit, and power output is 310 horsepower and a stout 555 lb-ft of torque.

With the diesel, max payload and towing capacity is 2,420 and 12,640 pounds, respectively. The gas engine can haul up to a 2,910 lb payload and trailer up to 11,590 lbs.

Nissan Titan XD

S

The base S starts at $33,335 (including destination) and for that buyers get a Single Cab gas-powered work truck. The S includes a five-inch infotainment display, power windows, power locks, A/C, cloth and vinyl front bench, a four-speaker sound system, cruise control, keyless entry, an alarm, and 17-inch steel wheels.

Options are limited to GAWR Package and its heavy-duty front springs ($150) and the $845 S Utility Package, which bundles an overhead storage console, a spray-in bedliner and a class IV tow hitch.

Nissan Titan XD

SV

The $37,235 SV is the next-cheapest Titan and is the place where most shoppers should start. Additional standard features include trailer sway control, chrome exterior trim, gas tank skid plate, and power heated mirrors. Inside, the interior offers SiriusXM radio, a cloth bench seat, and Siri Eyes Free.

The $2,695 SV Convenience Package brings a slightly higher level of luxury with a leather-wrapped wheel, parking sensors, automatic headlights, auto-dimming rearview mirror, blind spot warning, rear cross traffic alert, dual-zone HVAC, navigation and 20-inch wheels. The $1,145 SV Utility Package includes four tie-down cleats, tailgate area illumination, bed-installed 110V outlet, spray-on bedliner and under-rail LED bed lighting.

An SV Chrome Package adds $1,245 to the price tag and swaps in chrome 20-inch wheels, a chrome grille, and a chrome exhaust tip. A $1,250 Midnight Edition Package does what the Chrome Package does, but with black trim instead of chrome.

Nissan Titan XD

PRO-4X

The $47,275 Pro-4X is the middle child of the Titan family. Mechanically, it boasts four-wheel-drive with hill descent control and an electronically locking rear differential. Outside, buyers get 20-inch wheels, LED automatic headlights, fog lamps, a spray-in bedliner and a lower radiator skid plate. Interior upgrades include front cloth bucket seats with embroidered vinyl, eight-way power driver's seat with power lumbar adjustment, chrome interior trim, seven-inch touchscreen, navigation, power-sliding rear cab window, rear AC vents, and rain-sensing wipers.

As with the SV, the Pro-4X also offers Utility and Convenience packages as options, albeit with an expanded list of included features (and higher prices). The $1,445 Utility Package includes a power rear window with defogger, a 12-speaker Rockford Fosgate sound system, an electronic locking tailgate and a bed step. The $3,545 Convenience Package offers a heated steering wheel with power tilt/telescope functionality, NissanConnect mobile apps, remote engine start, driver's side auto-dimming outside mirror, heated front seats and leather seats.

Nissan Titan XD

SL

The Crew-Cab-only SL costs $50,705. It includes the contents of the Pro-4X's Convenience Package, along with an auto-dimming rearview mirror with compass, a 12-speaker Rockford Fosgate sound system, four-way power passenger seat, two-way driver memory, and chrome mirrors with puddle lights.

Also available is the $1,295 Texas Titan Edition, which is essentially chrome trim, 20-inch wheels, and special badging. For those who aren't as gun-ho for the Lone Star state, the SL also gets the Chrome and Midnight Edition packages.

Nissan Titan XD

Platinum Reserve

The $56,075 Platinum Reserve is the top Titan. On top of what comes with the lower-tier trucks, it includes luxuries like split-towing mirrors with automatic tilt-down when reversing, leather seats, heated and cooled front seats, heated second-row seats, trailer light check, and a surround-view camera.

A $2,195 rear-seat entertainment system is available that includes dual headrest DVD entertainment, with wireless headphones and remote. A $750 Utility Package offers the Titan Box system, electronic locking tailgate and rear bed step.

CarsDirect Tip

No matter the exact model, the diesel is a hefty upcharge - $5,000-$7,000 depending on trim. Only spurge for it if planning on doing regular towing; otherwise, the gas engine will more than suffice.

Get your price on a Nissan Titan »

author image
Automotive Editor
Read Less

Expert Review

Expert Rating
Unavailable

Our expert ratings are based on seven comprehensive criteria: quality, safety, comfort, performance, fuel economy, reliability history and value.

You can interpret our ratings in the following way:

: Outstanding vehicle. Only the most exceptional vehicles achieve this rating.

: Very Good vehicle. Very good and close to being the best vehicle in its class.

: Good vehicle. Decent, but not quite the best. Often affordable, but lacking key features found in vehicles of the same class.

: Below average vehicle. Not recommended, and lacking attributes a car buyer would come to expect for the price.

: Poor vehicle. Simply does not deserve to be on the road.

author image
Automotive Editor

Pickups are enjoying a strong presence in the US market, but that means competition is fierce. Practical trucks can cover uses from kid-carrier to lux-mobile, and the traditional heavyweights from Ford and GM could tow a small planet. Sadly, this leaves the 2018 Nissan Titan XD without much terrain to claim. It has its virtues, but it’s overkill for a light-duty pickup and can’t keep up with the big boys. In an industry this competitive, compromise can be a killer.

Best Value

The 2018 Nissan Titan XD’s best attribute is it offers a healthy feature set (and a supremely good warranty) at good value. For most buyers, this means grabbing a crew cab with its usable second row and 6.5-foot bed. A payload capacity over 2,000 pounds should be plenty for most.

Speaking of capacities, the available Cummins diesel engine improves towing less than you’d think. The aging but capable gas V8 is nothing to write home about, but it gets the job done. Upgrading to the SV trim adds front tow hooks and a better audio system, and it unlocks useful packages. Buyers who need the practicality might consider the bed-focused Utility Package.

Our Titan XD is far from the cheapest in the lineup, but for a luxurious ride and the XD’s capability, it’s not a bad value.

  • Model: 2018 Nissan Titan XD Crew Cab SV
  • Engine: 5.6-liter V8
  • Output: 390 hp / 394 lb-ft
  • Transmission: Seven-speed automatic
  • Drivetrain: All-wheel drive
  • MPG: 15 City / 21 Hwy
  • Options: Convenience Package ($2,695, automatic headlights, 20-inch rims, running boards, eight-way power adjustable driver’s seat, heated front seats, navigation, seven-inch infotainment touchscreen, mobile apps, voice recognition, XM radio, leather-wrapped steering wheel, dual-zone automatic climate control, auto-dimming rearview mirror, console power outlets, power back window)
  • Base Price: $45,675 (including the $1,295 destination charge)
  • Best Value Price: $48,370

Performance

Nissan Titan XD

Both of the Titan XD’s engines are competent, offering up to 12,640 pounds of towing capacity. The Cummins diesel boosts torque to 555 pound-feet. A reinforced chassis helps durability, and the steering is mostly well-sorted.

But, overall, the Titan XD is a mid-pack performer. The transmissions are down a speed or two on rivals, and they can be hesitant to shift. The torque on the diesel doesn’t hold a candle to the HD engines from American companies. And don’t expect nimble turns or high efficiency – the Titan XD wants to be a heavyweight, and it handles (and drinks) like one too.

Style

The Titan XD’s exterior is imposing but restrained, with an extra-tall grille and streamlined, sharp lines. Rims run from 17 inches all the way up to 20, and 2018’s new Midnight Appearance package adds fresh exterior accents (in black, of course). Not that the Titan XD can be called stealthy, at 20 feet and over 5,000 pounds. The ride is another high point – compared to many rivals, the Titan XD is smooth and comfortable. Then there’s the warranty of five years or 100,000 miles, bumper to bumper.

The interior can range from spartan to deluxe, but Nissan’s interiors aren’t as pleasant as they could be. The center console is clunky in all trims, as is the instrument display. Even with the touchscreen, the infotainment system lags behind modern rivals. None of these are fatal flaws, but with the Titan’s competition, refinement counts.

The Best and Worst Things

The engine and warranty make a tempting combination, but it’s hard to find any superlatives to bestow on the Titan XD. It’s solid enough, but it’s filling an awfully small niche.

Right For? Wrong For?

Nissan Titan XD

The Titan XD would be excellent for that rare buyer who does need just a bit more than mid-weight trucks can offer. Especially with a nifty feature set, the XD will please by offering decent value.

But on either side of that fine line lie the majority of pickup buyers, either utilitarian power-users or everyday citizens. The former would be better served by a tried-and-true heavy-duty truck, and the latter will be better off in a more versatile light- or medium-duty.

The Bottom Line

The 2018 Nissan Titan XD tries valiantly to fill a gap, but disappears into it instead. It’s too unwieldy to match lighter trucks but not burly enough to out-gun the establishment. A solid feature set and warranty help, but aren't enough to overcome flaws like a clunky transmission and dated systems. In the end, it’s a miss.

Read Less

Specs & Features

Highlights
Overall Crash Safety Rating
Not Available
Engine - Cylinders/Horsepower/Torque
5.6L V-8 / 390 HP / 394 ft.lbs.
Transmission
7-spd sequential shift control auto w/OD
Drive Type
Rear-wheel
Fuel Economy - City/Highway/Combined
Not Available
Passenger Capacity
3
Bumper to Bumper Warranty
60 Months / 100,000 Miles
Mechanical Specs
Engine - Cylinders/Horsepower/Torque
5.6L V-8 / 390 HP / 394 ft.lbs.
Drive Type
Rear-wheel
Fuel Economy - City/Hwy/Combined
Not Available
Brakes
4-wheel Disc
Front Suspension
Double Wishbone
Rear Suspension
Rigid Axle Leaf
Spare Tire And Wheel
Full-size Steel
Fuel Tank
26.0 Gal.
Recommended Fuel Type
Regular Unleaded
Average Cost To Fill Tank
$100
Dimensions & Capabilities
Maximum Cargo Volume
Passenger Volume
62 Cu.ft.
Exterior Length
231.0 "
Exterior Width
79.5 "
Exterior Height
77.3 "
Front Headroom
41.0 "
Rear Headroom
Front Legroom
41.8 "
Rear Legroom
Front Shoulder Room
63.3 "
Rear Shoulder Room
Front Hip Room
Rear Hip Room
Curb Weight
5,682 Lbs.
Wheel Base
140 "
Turning Radius
26.9 '
Exterior Features
Door Count
2 Doors
Wheels
17.0 " Silver Styled Steel
Paint
Clearcoat Monotone
Exterior Mirrors
Dual Manual
Bumpers
Black
Grille Moldings
Black
Rear Spoiler
Exhaust
Stainless Steel
Interior Features
Seating
Passenger Capacity
3
Seat Trim
Cloth/vinyl
Front Seat Type
40-20-40 Split-bench
Heated Front Seats
Front Driver Seat Direction Controls
4-way
Front Passenger Seat Direction Controls
4-way
Front Armrests
4-way
Rear Armrests
Rear Seats
Radio & Infotainment
Radio
Am/fm, Clock, Seek-scan
Speakers
4
Radio Steering Wheel Controls
Apple Car Play
Android Auto
Bluetooth w/ Hands-Free Connectivity
Convenience Features
Steering Wheel Type
Telescopic Tilt
Climate Control
Cruise Control
With Steering Wheel Controls
Sun Roof
Rearview Mirror
Day-night
One Touch Open Window
Driver And Passenger
Tinted Windows
Deep
Vanity Mirrors
Passenger
Remote Keyless Entry
Keyfob (all Doors)
Power Outlets
2
Safety Features
Overall Crash Safety Rating
Not Yet Available
Overall Front Crash Safety Rating
Not Yet Available
Overall Side Crash Safety Rating
Not Yet Available
Rollover Crash Safety Rating
Not Yet Available
Front Impact Airbags
Driver And Passenger
Driver Side Impact Airbags
Seat Mounted
Knee Airbag
Passenger Side Impact Airbag
Seat Mounted
Rear Side Airbag
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Front
Anti-Lock Brakes
4-wheel Anti-lock Brakes (abs)
Forward Collision Warning
Blind Spot Sensor
Lane Departure Warning
Autonomous Cruise Control
Pedestrian Detection
Driver Attention Alert
Daytime Running Lights
Auto High Beams
Adaptive Headlights
Parking Sensors
Security Systems
Security System
Panic Alarm
Ignition Disable
Immobilizer
Warranty
Bumper To Bumper Months Miles
60 Months / 100,000 Miles
Major Components Months
60 Months / 100,000 Miles
Included Maintenance Months
Roadside Assistance Months
60 Months / 60,000 Miles
Corrosion Perforation
60 Months / Unlimited Miles
Accessories Months
36 Months / 36,000 Miles

Used 2018 Nissan Titan XD for Sale

Other Nissan Titan XD Listings

We have expanded the search to include other Nissan Titan XD years that you might be interested in.

Nissan
S Diesel
Color: Magnetic Black
Price

$26,366

Mileage

50,612 mi

Map location icon

Oxnard Mitsubishi (48 mi)

Nissan
SV
Color: Gray
Price

$22,490

Mileage

124,054 mi

Map location icon

TM Motors (30 mi)

Phone: (714) 709-7903
Nissan
S
Color: Gray
Price

$17,999

Mileage

102,755 mi

Map location icon

Royal Auto Dealer (38 mi)

Phone: (626) 262-9494
Nissan
SV
Color: Black
Price

$36,851

Mileage

48,967 mi

Map location icon

J Star Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram of Anaheim Hills (38 mi)

Phone: (714) 465-5833
See All Used Car Listings