2020 Nissan Titan XD Review

Name: 2020 Nissan Titan XD Review
Brand: Nissan
Price: 25031 USD
Rating: 4.4 (30 reviews)

Price Estimate: $25,031 - $28,064

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2020 Nissan Titan XD Review

by Cameron Rogers^{Manager, News
Cameron Rogers has worked in the automotive industry since 2013. He has tested and reviewed hundreds of vehicles over the course of his career. Today, he leads the news team in developing cutting-edge news articles, opinion pieces and sneak peeks at upcoming vehicles. Favorite cars that he's driven during his tenure at Edmunds include the 991-era Porsche 911 Turbo S, Rolls-Royce Ghost and several generations of Honda Odyssey (really).}

Pros

Smooth ride quality
Interior is functional and attractive

Cons

Less towing potential than most standard pickups
Expensive relative to its capabilities
Large turning circle requires a lot of real estate
Small fuel tank limits overall range

What's new

Refreshed exterior design
More power for the gasoline V8, but no more diesel option
Only available in crew cab with 6.5-foot bed configuration
Improved technology and driver aids
Part of the first Titan XD generation released for 2016

Overview

For 2020, Nissan has refreshed its tweener truck, the Titan XD. On the outside you'll find revised front and rear styling, new lighting, a redesigned grille and a new tailgate. Tech is also upgraded, with the newly standard Nissan Safety Shield 360 suite — a bevy of features that make driving easier and safer. There are also larger touchscreens with a new user interface that supports Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility.

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The Titan XD lineup has been simplified for 2020 too. Going forward, there is only one configuration: a crew cab with a 6.5-foot bed, four-wheel drive and a 5.6-liter gasoline V8. (The Cummins diesel has been dropped.) Output from the V8 is up slightly to 400 horsepower and 413 lb-ft of torque. Nissan has also swapped in a new nine-speed automatic transmission to replace the previous seven-speed auto. These changes, plus revised axle gearing, should enhance both acceleration and fuel efficiency.

While we're glad for these additions, they don't solve the Titan XD's fundamental issue: its lack of performance relative to other trucks. Conceptually, the XD occupies a niche between light-duty and heavy-duty trucks. But while it is priced like a heavy-duty, it tows and hauls far less than the 2500- and 3500-series trucks from Chevy, Ford and Ram. The light-duty trucks have gotten better too, and every one can tow more than the Titan XD except the Toyota Tundra and the regular Titan.

The 2020 Titan XD is a nice enough pickup when evaluated in isolation. But comparison-shop it against other trucks and you'll find it outclassed in nearly every metric.

What's it like to live with?

Edmunds' editors tested a Titan XD nearly 25,000 miles over the course of a year. The good news is that the Titan is definitely tough, but we came away less enthused about the truck's finer points. Is it the right truck for you? Read our Titan XD yearlong test for a full evaluation. Note that while we tested a 2016 Titan XD with the then-available diesel engine, the 2020 truck is of the same generation and many of our observations still apply

Edmunds' Expert Rating

Due to significant updates for 2020, we're revising our rating for the Titan XD. In the meantime, check out our full rating of last year's XD for a comprehensive evaluation. Certain scores may change for 2020, but our vehicle testing team's overall assessment from last year still applies.

Which Titan XD does Edmunds recommend?

We're partial to the midgrade Pro-4X. Though not every buyer will need its off-road upgrades, the Pro-4X also has some features that cost extra on lower models. It also presents a wider selection of luxury options, so you can upgrade your Titan as you see fit.

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Helpful trims summary and side-by-side comparison chart

2020 Nissan Titan XD models

The 2020 Nissan Titan XD is a full-size pickup with five available trim levels: S, SV, Pro-4X, SL and Platinum Reserve. It comes in a single configuration, with a crew cab and a 6.5-foot bed. A 5.6-liter V8 gasoline engine (400 horsepower, 413 lb-ft of torque) is paired to a nine-speed automatic transmission and four-wheel drive

S
The S kicks things off with:

Spray-in bedliner
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 integration

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

Forward collision mitigation with pedestrian detection (warns you of an impending collision and applies the brakes in certain scenarios)
Blind-spot monitor (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 alert (warns you if a vehicle behind you is about to cross your vehicle's path while 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 less like a work truck, adding:

Front tow hooks
Gooseneck hitch
Heated, power-adjustable towing mirrors
Trailer brake controller
Wi-Fi hotspot
Adaptive cruise control (maintains a driver-set distance between the Titan XD and the car in front)

There are two primary packages for the SV:

SV Convenience package

Remote engine start
Side steps
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
Navigation system
9-inch touchscreen
110-volt household-style power outlet

SV Utility package

Automatic wipers
Bed steps
Cargo-management rail system
LED bed lighting
110-volt outlet in bed

Pro-4X
The Pro-4X is the off-road-themed model. It adds the following unique features on top of the SV content:

18-inch wheels with all-terrain tires
LED headlights and foglights
Bilstein shocks
Skid plates
Electronic locking rear differential
Hill descent control

The Pro-4X comes with all of the features from the above packages, except for remote engine start, side steps and heating for the front seats.

There are two option packages for the Pro-4X:

Pro-4X Convenience package

Remote engine start
Auto-dimming outside mirrors
Heated, power-adjustable steering wheel
Driver-seat memory settings
Heated front and rear seats
Power-adjustable front passenger seat
Leather upholstery
Visual trailer check function

Premium package

Ventilated front seats
Panoramic sunroof
In-bed Titan Box storage system
Surround-view camera system (gives you a top-down view of the Titan XD and its surroundings for tight parking situations)

SL
The Pro-4X's mechanical upgrades are missing on the luxurious SL, but it does come with many of the Pro-4X's other features. The SL also includes:

20-inch wheels
Remote engine start
Heated, power-adjustable steering wheel
Driver-seat memory settings
Heated front seats
Power-adjustable front passenger seat
Surround-view camera

The panoramic sunroof is the only optional extra for the SL.

Platinum Reserve
The range-topping Platinum Reserve is the most luxe Titan XD. Features include:

Dark chrome exterior styling
Illuminated side steps
Ventilated front seats
Heated rear seats
Upgraded leather upholstery
Wood trim

Two packages are available for the Platinum Reserve:

Platinum Utility package

In-bed Titan Box storage system
Remote-locking tailgate
Bed steps

Moonroof package

Cost to Drive^{Cost to drive estimates for the 2020 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 $2.95 per gallon for regular unleaded in Virginia.}

Monthly estimates based on costs in Virginia

$208/mo

$220/mo

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Reliability Ratings by RepairPal

3/5Above Average

#11 out of 19 among Fullsize Trucks

RepairPal Reliability Ratings are based on the actual cost, frequency, and severity of unscheduled repairs and maintenance on make/model data for select 2008-2022 vehicles. The reliability of a specific vehicle may vary depending on its maintenance and driving history, model year, trim, and features.

Cost

^{The average total annual cost for unscheduled repairs and maintenance across all model years of the Nissan Titan XD from 2008-2022.}

$875/yr

vs. $752/yr
for Average Fullsize Truck

Frequency

^{The average number of times this model is brought into the shop for unscheduled repairs and maintenance in a single year. RepairPal calculates this metric by tracking millions of unique vehicles over multiple years to determine an average number of visits per year (omitting small routine visits, e.g., oil changes).}

0.58x/yr

vs. 0.98x/yr
for Average Fullsize Truck

Severity

^{The probability that a repair will be a major issue, meaning the repair costs 3x the average annual repair cost for all models. This threshold will be higher for vehicles that have higher labor rates and parts costs (such as a premium brand).}

23.8%

vs. 19.9%
for Average Fullsize Truck

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Nissan Titan XD Reviews

Owner Reviews

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I really like the truck. I wanted a half ton truck that could pull a heavy load. I reviewed Ram 1500 diesel, Ford F-150 diesel, Colorado diesel, Canyon diesel and Gmc 1500 and Chevrolet 1500 5.3 gas and 6.2 gas. i also wanted a truck that had all the amenities, and one that was easy to get in and out of. l looked at all the above truck towing capabilities, and this truck was the best, at …

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Brian P, 08/24/2018

2018 Nissan Titan XD SL 4dr Crew Cab 4WD SB (5.6L 8cyl 7A)

I purchased my Titan XD in January of 2018. I have the 4X4 SL Crew Cab with the 5.6 gas V8. The truck has been great. It rides as smoothly as any family sedan and it quiet and comfortable inside. My old Titan had 180,000 miles when I traded it in, and was an incredible truck, so I have high expectations for the new model I bought. So far, it has exceeded my expectations. It gets good …

Best work truck

Deputy dawg, 03/10/2019

2018 Nissan Titan XD S 2dr Regular Cab LB (5.6L 8cyl 7A)

I bought a 2017 XD S single cab gas engine truck as a retirement gift to myself. I could've bought the high end Titan but I wanted a solid work truck to tow and carry light to moderate loads. I couldn't be happier with my choice. Plenty of power and very comfortable for a large truck. I looked at all makes and models and found exactly what I wanted and needed with this Titan XD S. Priced …

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Mark.C, 01/22/2020

2019 Nissan Titan XD Platinum Reserve 4dr Crew Cab 4WD SB (5.0L 8cyl Turbodiesel 6A)

this is the 2nd Titan XD I have owned and it is a GREAT truck. have had ZERO problems with either one. it has a tons of room I put my 2 granddaughters car seats in the back seat and they have room to spare. it also can tow just about anything you want to tow I pull my 14k 5th wheel with no problems. yes it does not have the power of the ford 6.7 but unless you are towing more than 20k …

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2020 Titan XD Highlights

Trim:

Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee	$44,580
Engine Type	Gas
Combined MPG	18 MPG
Cost to Drive	$208/month
Seating	6 seats
Drivetrain	four wheel drive
Max Towing Capacity	10,880 lbs.
Warranty	5 years / 100,000 miles

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Safety

Our experts like the Titan XD models:

Blind-Spot Warning: Alerts you when a vehicle is in the Titan XD's blind spot or when cross-traffic is approaching while the XD is backing up.
Intelligent Around-View Monitor: Provides a bird's-eye view of the area surrounding the truck, making it infinitely easier to park in tighter spaces.
Parking Sensors (Front and Rear): Warnings intensify as the Titan XD approaches an object behind or in front of the truck.

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