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overview|exterior & interior|driving performance|pricing & specs
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Summary
The 2008 Nissan Titan adds long bed models to the mix and more refinement, but continues the stuff we liked about the previous version. Titan boasts a robust powertrain with responsive acceleration. For 2008, it gets improved braking and a redesigned, higher-quality interior.G.R. Whale filed this report to NewCarTestDrive.com from Minneapolis.
(Source: New Cars Test Drive)
Model Line Overview
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Model Lineup:
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Nissan Titan XC King Cab 4x2 short bed ($23,700); SE Crew Cab 4x2 long bed ($26,300); Pro-4X Crew Cab 4x4 short bed ($33,950); LE Crew Cab 4x4 long ($37,650) |
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Engines:
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5.6-liter dohc 32-valve V8 |
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Transmissions:
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five-speed automatic |
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Saftey Equipment (standard):
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frontal airbags, active front head restraints, ABS, EBD |
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Saftey Equipment (optional):
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side-impact airbags, curtain airbags, electronic stability control (not on XE) |
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Basic Warranty:
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3 years/36,000 miles |
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Assembled In:
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Canton, Mississippi |
Specifications As Tested
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Model Tested (MSRP):
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Nissan Titan Crew Cab Pro-4X Short Bed ($40,345) |
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Standard Equipment:
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two-tone cloth upholstery, air conditioning, power steering, power disc brakes, power windows/locks/heated mirrors, console, cruise control, CD changer, alloy wheels, off-road tires and suspension tuning, floor shift, double illuminated sunvisors |
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Options As Tested (MSRP):
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leather heated captain's chairs with Rockford Fosgate ($4,000); side airbag/VDC package ($1,200); tow package ($450) |
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Destination Charge:
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745 |
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Gas Guzzler Tax:
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Price As Tested (MSRP):
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40345 |
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Layout:
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four-wheel drive |
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Horsepower (hp @ rpm):
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317 @ 5200 |
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Torque (lb.-ft. @ rpm):
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385 @ 3400 |
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Transmission:
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five-speed automatic |
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EPA fuel economy, city/hwy:
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12/17 |
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Wheelbase:
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139.8 |
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Length/width/height:
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224.6/79.5/76.9 |
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Track, f/r:
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67.9/67.9 |
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Turning circle:
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45.4 |
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Seating capacity:
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5 |
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Head/hip/leg room, f:
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41.0/61.3/41.8 |
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Head/hip/leg room, m:
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Head/hip/leg room, r:
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40.4/60.5/40.4 |
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Cargo volume:
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Payload:
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Towing capacity:
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9400 |
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Suspension, f:
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independent, coil springs |
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Suspension, r:
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solid axle, leaf springs |
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Ground clearance:
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10.7 |
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Curb weight:
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5286 |
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Tires:
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P275/70R18 |
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Brakes, f/r:
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vented disc/vented disc with ABS, EBD |
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Fuel capacity:
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28.0 |
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| 2008 Nissan Titan consumer reviews: | | | | overall rating |   | | value | | | comfort | | | reliability | |
| | Absolutely the best truck I have ever owned. I get a new one every few years and I have had all the other manufacturers. I have really enjoyed this truck. The only negative is that the gas mileage is not as good as the GM brands. Everything else is better by far. | | posted by Kade on May 17 2008 | | |
| overall rating | | | value | | | comfort | | | reliability | |
| | This is a great truck, It handles almost like a car. Smooth and quiet, great handling, very comfortable cabin. Drove all the competition and this wins by a landslide. I have driven my 08 Titan 2500 miles so far and this is a great truck. | | posted by Harry on Sep 12 2008 | | |
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| | It is fast, large roomy interior, XM radio, sound system is the finest, and the navigation system is really nice. The ride is smooth and a really quiet ride for a truck. The Rockford Fosgate audio system is great! I love the bluetooth for my phone and the ride and handling are awesome. | | posted by Santosh Ganesh Singh on Sep 19 2008 | | |
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| | This Titan truck is a head turner. The drive, power and appearence are excellent. Just have had the truck for about a week. Love it so far. Still nervous about owning something other than a Ford. Fuel mileage not that great but engine runs great. | | posted by Brody on Sep 25 2008 | | |
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| | The bluetooth option is awesome! Works so well. The power is awesome, handles great, and is so quiet! Interior is really nice for a truck. Utilitrak system in the bed is very useful as well! This is by far the best truck on the market. | | posted by Fenella on Oct 22 2008 | | |
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| | This is my first full-size pickup and I must say that I am pleasantly pleased with my purchase. The interior is very well put together and the features are luxo-car plush. The navigation is high resolution and the gauges glow attractiveley at night. I do wish for a touchscreen nav and incoming call info for the Bluetooth coming from an Acura TL and being spoiled. | | posted by Dearg on Nov 05 2008 | | |
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