V8-powered Titan still strong: Nissan pickup remains a good choice for work at ... - nwitimes.com
First things first: The Nissan Titan is in need of an update, which is why there’s an all-new version of this pickup coming out for 2016. I can’t wait to drive it. For now, though, the current generation Titan can still get the job done for... People who need a powerful V8 and a brilliantly designed cargo tie-down system for a work truck could be well served by the big Nissan, and they might find some great bargains on dealer lots as the new truck gets ready to launch. The huge, 5. 6-liter, 317-horsepower V8 in the Titan remains a muscular performer, allowing for a tow rating of 7,400 pounds even on the base model. Unfortunately, that sense of endless torque comes with a price: a city fuel economy rating of just 13 mpg, or 12 mpg with four-wheel drive. Other things I’m looking forward to seeing improved on the new 2016 Titan include its plastic-laden interior, stiff ride and slightly dated exterior styling. One is Nissan’s Utili-Track system for tying down cargo in the bed. Other trucks are offering similar tie-down systems, but I’m a fan of Nissan’s version because of its simplicity and solid, heavy feel. Source: www.nwitimes.com
