For two decades, the Nissan Titan has carved out a distinctive place for itself in the full-sized pickup truck marketplace. First launched as Nissan’s challenge to the domestic US manufacturers in their strongest category, the Titan has offered a unique blend of full-sized muscle, technology, and sophistication. Unfortunately, after the 2024 model year, the Titan’s journey will end when Nissan discontinues its Olympian truck. If you’ve been thinking of buying a Titan, now’s the time while they’re still available.
If you’re headed to your Nissan dealer to get one of the last of the Titans and have a taste for the off-road life, there’s some great news. The Titan PRO-4X is a fitting swan song for this tough truck, letting Titan fans take the trail less traveled. As Nissan’s Titan brochure says of the PRO-4X, “Just add dirt.”
The Titan PRO-4X offers a full suite of off-road features while still playing to the Titan’s strengths in towing and hauling. And all of this comes with Nissan’s reputation for reliability and durability. Plus, with the Titan being discontinued soon, as the years roll by, you’ll enjoy a certain exclusivity that may be very appealing to drivers who don’t want just another pickup truck. So, with all that in mind, let’s take a look at what makes the Titan PRO-4X a perfect choice for buyers looking for a great off-roading truck.
A Solid Foundation
A rough-and-tumble 4×4 needs to be based on a capable chassis, and the Titan delivers. Originally launched in 2016, the second-generation Titan forms the basis for the Titan PRO-4X. Its crew cab body provides seating for up to six, so family and friends can join your off-road adventures. Under the hood, you’ll find the beating heart of the Titan, Nissan’s 5.6-liter gasoline-powered V8 engine producing 400 hp and 413 lb-ft of torque. In crew cab 4×4 configuration such as the PRO-4X edition, this powerplant can tow up to 9,130 lbs, allowing you to bring your gear on your adventures. Jet skis, snowmobiles, and medium-sized boats can all accompany you to your weekend retreat, and then during the week, you can haul equipment trailers to the job site.
Other features of the Titan complement the Titan PRO-4X’s off-road mission. For instance, the Titan comes with intelligent trailering aids. The Intelligent Around View Monitor provides overhead views as well as rear views, making it a boon for trailering but also making it easier to see your surroundings when tackling tough trails or crawling over rocks.
The Intelligent Around View Monitor epitomizes the Titan’s usefulness as a pickup and off-road vehicle. This is a 4×4 that doesn’t make compromises. For instance, the truck’s versatile bed incorporates the Utili-track Channel System equipped with adjustable aluminum-alloy cleats. This feature allows for the secure stowage of cargo of nearly any size or shape. Plus, the bed can be outfitted with a range of options to enhance its functionality, including a durable spray-on bedliner, a practical 120-volt power outlet, efficient LED lighting for visibility in low light conditions, and a smoothly operating dampened assist tailgate that facilitates one-handed use.
Off-Road Tools
The Titan PRO-4X builds on the regular Titan’s features with a full set of off-road features. These give the PRO-4X a tougher exterior and extreme trail-busting prowess. The first hint of its capabilities is visible as you approach the truck: distinctive Lava Red badging. The interior continues this theme with optional leather seating adorned with PRO-4X logos, letting you know inside and out that this Titan is not just an ordinary truck. And it’s not just for show, as these aesthetic touches hint at the truck’s specialized capabilities.
The Titan PRO-4X’s advanced features enhance its off-road capability and safety. Hill Start Assist prevents the truck from rolling backward on steep inclines, while Hill Descent Control manages speed and brake pressure for a controlled descent on downward slopes. Underneath, skid plates safeguard crucial components such as the radiator, transfer case, and transmission from stray branches and rocks. Huge P275/70R18 all-terrain tires sport an aggressive tread pattern for superior grip on steep or slippery surfaces.
The Titan PRO-4X offers exceptional performance features. Bilstein shocks ensure outstanding control without sacrificing ride comfort, whether navigating city streets or rugged trails. The 4×4 models boast a special off-road display that provides real-time data on pitch, roll, differential lock status, and 4×4 system engagement. An electronic locking rear differential delivers equal torque to both rear wheels, enabling the truck to power through the most demanding terrain where even standard 4×4 capabilities might fall short.
These off-road bits certainly transform an already good truck into a true trail champ, but the Titan brings a certain something to the 4×4 wars that other full-sized trucks don’t. It carries the cachet of Japanese reliability, refined interior materials, and the exclusivity of not looking like every other pickup truck on the trails. And if you enjoy that rarity, the fact that the Titan is being discontinued in several months is an added bonus.
A Fully Modern Interior
Beyond its trail-busting capabilities, the Titan PRO-4X is a thoroughly modern and civilized way to get around, with all the creature comforts you’d expect in 2024. The MyNISSAN Mobile App is a comprehensive tool that merges the functionalities of NissanConnect Services and the MyNISSAN app into a single, user-friendly platform. It enables users to monitor their vehicle’s maintenance schedule, set up service appointments, access emergency roadside assistance, and even start their Titan remotely via a compatible smartphone. Additional features like emergency contact options, remote vehicle unlocking, and a remote odometer enhance convenience, ensuring you’re always informed about your vehicle’s status and can manage it even from afar.
Further enhancing the in-cabin experience, the Titan is equipped with Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control. For those seeking an extra touch of personalization, an optional driver’s seat memory system remembers your preferred seating positions. Integration with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto enriches the driving experience by offering easy access to apps, playlists, navigation, and more, all manageable through Siri voice control.
Safety Features
Of course, the Titan is also completely up to date in the safety department. It boasts an Intelligent Forward Collision Warning system that monitors the road ahead. This advanced system can observe the actions of up to two vehicles ahead of you, alerting you if one car decelerates abruptly. This capability is a key component of Nissan’s Safety Shield 360, a comprehensive suite that protects all of the truck’s occupants.
In addition to the Intelligent Forward Collision Warning, the Safety Shield 360 suite includes a range of protective features such as Automatic Emergency Braking with Pedestrian Detection, Rear Automatic Braking, Blind Spot Warning, Rear Cross Traffic Alert, Lane Departure Warning, and High Beam Assist, among others. The Titan is also equipped with standard safety elements, including dual-stage front airbags, front side-impact airbags, supplemental front knee airbags, and roof-mounted airbags that offer side-impact and rollover protection.
An Outstanding Choice Among 4x4s
The Titan’s standard 5.6-liter V8, ruggedness, technological prowess, and towing capabilities make it an excellent choice. The PRO-4X edition raises that game with its off-road features that deliver capabilities you wouldn’t expect in a refined and comfortable truck like this. Add in its exclusivity, and you have an excellent choice for everyday and off-road driving.
