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Nissan Titan II Crew Cab 5.6 V8 (390 Hp) Automatic
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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 Crew Cab Overview:
Nissan Titan (II Crew Cab). With 394 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. At around 2550 kg, it’s on the heavier side. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. A vehicle with an open cargo bed at the back, suitable for transporting goods. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
5.6 V8 (390 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
With 390 horsepower from its 5.6L V8, this engine offers strong on-road performance suitable for daily driving and light-to-moderate hauling. The provided 394 Nm torque figure, however, is significantly low for a V8 truck, which might impact its capability for demanding towing tasks when compared to competitors.
Fuel Economy
The combined fuel consumption of 15.7 l/100 km is expected for a powerful V8 truck. It's a thirsty engine, but aligns with segment averages for non-diesel, large displacement V8s.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Powerful 390 Hp V8 engine for strong acceleration
- • Comfortable and spacious Crew Cab interior
- • Robust build quality and off-road capability (especially 4WD models)
- • Distinctive styling that stands out from domestic rivals
- • Generally good reliability reputation for the VK56VD engine
Cons:
- • High fuel consumption, typical for a large V8 truck
- • The listed 394 Nm torque is notably low for a 5.6L V8, potentially limiting heavy towing
- • Large dimensions can make urban maneuvering challenging
- • Limited engine options compared to some competitors
- • Ride quality can be firm when unladen
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(II XD Crew Cab: 2015 - ).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Nissan |
| Model: | Titan |
| Generation: | II Crew Cab |
| Modification (Engine): | 5.6 V8 (390 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | 2016 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Pick-up |
| Seats: | 5-6 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 390 Hp @ 5800 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 70.2 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 394 Nm @ 4000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | VK56VD [Same engine] More details about the engine VK56VD |
| Engine displacement: | 5552 |
| Number of cylinders: | 8 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 6.5 l |
| Coolant: | 15.23 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 98 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 92 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 11.2:1 |
| Maximum engine speed: | 6000 rpm. |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 18.8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 13.5 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 15.7 l/100 km |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 6.4 kg/Hp, 156.1 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6.3 kg/Nm, 157.7 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 2498-2602 |
| Max. weight: | 3221 |
| Max load: | 619-723 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 98 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Ramp-over (brakeover) angle: | 18.7-20.6° |
| Length: | 5794-5804 mm mm [371mm less] |
| Width: | 2019-2050 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1915-1920 mm mm [66mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 3551 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 211-218 mm |
| Approach angle: | 16.4-17.0° |
| Departure angle: | 20.8-21.0° |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 7 |
| 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 | 265/70 R18; 275/60 R20 |
| Wheel rims size | 8.0J x 18; 7.5J x 20; 8.0J x 20 |
| Front suspension | Double wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Leaf spring |
Every driver has a story. What’s yours with the Nissan Titan?