The Titan’s ride is stiff, but tolerable. The recent progress in pickup suspensions, notably the Ram’s and the Ford’s, are apparent when compared to older-design setups like on the Nissan. And this thing ain’t easy to park at the supermarket, because of its wide turning circle radius; thank god it’s got a rear sonar system to help you back out of your parking spot.
Inside, the Titan displays a sober yet straightforward dashboard layout. Easy-to-use rotary dials allow adjusting the radio and climate control system without taking your eyes off the road, while the wheel-mounted controls are perfectly placed for quick thumbing. The nice, comfy front seats benefit from their own inside armrest, and visibility is pretty good all around.
Still, the cockpit’s appearance can’t hide the fact that it dates back to 2004, while Ford and Ram have vastly improved the quality and look of theirs. The window switches, mounted flat on the top of the door panel, will collect water every time you lower the window in the rain.
There is plenty of space in the back seat for three adults, and the cushions easily flip upwards to create a vast cargo hold for objects you wouldn’t dare leave in the bed. The $2,000 rear-seat DVD entertainment system with remote control and wireless headphones allows your kids to stay silent.
At 100 km/h, the Titan’s cabin is relatively quiet, but you can hear an ever-present engine drone; turning up the stereo solves the problem, which consists of a Rockford Fosgate-powered unit with XM radio and a 6-CD changer that reads MP3 files. Bluetooth phone connectivity is also included, but only in the top-shelf PRO-4X and SL trims.
As for the Titan’s looks, well, it’s a personal opinion. It doesn’t have the brawny presence of the Ram 1500, but luckily, the fact that it’s not selling in big numbers prevents it from looking too common. Oh, and I never succeeded in unlocking the storage box located behind the left rear wheel.
Inside, the Titan displays a sober yet straightforward dashboard layout. Easy-to-use rotary dials allow adjusting the radio and climate control system without taking your eyes off the road, while the wheel-mounted controls are perfectly placed for quick thumbing. The nice, comfy front seats benefit from their own inside armrest, and visibility is pretty good all around.
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| The interior looks dated, but the control layout is straightforward. (Photo: Matthieu Lambert/Auto123.com) |
Still, the cockpit’s appearance can’t hide the fact that it dates back to 2004, while Ford and Ram have vastly improved the quality and look of theirs. The window switches, mounted flat on the top of the door panel, will collect water every time you lower the window in the rain.
There is plenty of space in the back seat for three adults, and the cushions easily flip upwards to create a vast cargo hold for objects you wouldn’t dare leave in the bed. The $2,000 rear-seat DVD entertainment system with remote control and wireless headphones allows your kids to stay silent.
At 100 km/h, the Titan’s cabin is relatively quiet, but you can hear an ever-present engine drone; turning up the stereo solves the problem, which consists of a Rockford Fosgate-powered unit with XM radio and a 6-CD changer that reads MP3 files. Bluetooth phone connectivity is also included, but only in the top-shelf PRO-4X and SL trims.
As for the Titan’s looks, well, it’s a personal opinion. It doesn’t have the brawny presence of the Ram 1500, but luckily, the fact that it’s not selling in big numbers prevents it from looking too common. Oh, and I never succeeded in unlocking the storage box located behind the left rear wheel.
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| The $2,000 rear-seat DVD entertainment system with remote control and wireless headphones allows your kids to stay silent. (Photo: Matthieu Lambert/Auto123.com) |