Crash Test Rating
Source   NHTSA
MPG (up to)
12 City / 17 HWY
Horsepower
317
Seats
5 -6
Front passenger 3/4 w/ wheels turned.

Positive Owner Reviews

accountCircle Liz M
It's reliable. That is huge for me because our other vehicle is a luxury car and constantly needs servicing
I love the reliability of my vehicle. This is my second Nissan brand vehicle. It has great features and easily tows our camper.
accountCircle Richard S
Great powerful reliable trucks.
Good, reliable truck. It has a powerful engine that pulls really well. I have towed cross country with it and it did great. The one downside would be the gas mileage. Barely in the double digits. Mine has 136000+ miles. Starting to show some age. Needs new shocks and some bushings replaced.
accountCircle Elise S
Great truck for adventures!
My husband bought this truck a while back so that we would be able to take more adventures that included off-roading on roads that our normal cars couldn’t handle, and hauling campers, trailers, boats and the like. This truck has performed amazingly, it has no problems getting us wherever we want quickly and comfortably. It also has plenty of space in the backseat for our daughter, her car seat fits great back there. This is a great truck for family adventures!
accountCircle Aristeo A
I love it, great truck I have.
Very good truck, I like the space it offers. Great miles per gallon.
accountCircle Rick S
I do like the looks of the vehicle very comfortable to drive in and performances very good
My 2012 Nissan Titan is a very well made truck very comfortable to Drive performances very good does very well under a load only cons I have about it not very well on gas
accountCircle Sharon S
Comfortable and easy to drive.
Very comfortable, easy to drive, repairs have been minor, wish it got better gas mileage, technology is there if you want it, such as mobile use from the radio, outside heating of mirrors, paint is just starting to peel, and dislike the plastic lenses on the lights exterior only.
accountCircle Ronald S
Great vehicle, competitive price!
Great quality vehicle! Have had very little problems other than regular maintenance. I have over 200,000 miles and still runs and drives great. The only complaint is not the best fuel mileage. But I believe the have addressed this in the newer models.
accountCircle Michael W
Small gas tank, causes worry if you are in an area with few gas stations.
I love my truck and its reliability. It maintains its horsepower well and accelerates to my satisfaction. The gas mileage however is an issue for me, only 15.5 miles per gallon makes it tough on gas costs.

Negative Owner Reviews

accountCircle Darrel M
Fully loaded, GPS needs upgrades.
Engaging my 4 wheel drive can be tedious, but works well, disengaging the 4 wheel drive is also tedious. The vehicle is good other than that. Rides smooth, fully loaded, stereo system is loud. The mpg is compatible with others brands. The extended cab is great but does come at a disadvantage because you lose the extra 2 feet, in the bed of the truck.

Nissan Titan Models

Models also known as Trim Levels, are used to identify a vehicle's level of equipment or special features.

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S
317 HP 14 MPG 6 Seats
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SV
317 HP 14 MPG 5-6 Seats
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PRO-4X
317 HP 14 MPG 5 Seats
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SL
317 HP 14 MPG 5 Seats
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2012 Nissan Titan Owner Reviews

4.58
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5 stars 60%
4 stars 37%
3 stars 2%
2 stars 0%
1 star 0%
accountCircle Darrel M on June 2, 2021
My take on 2012 Nissan titan.
I love the fully loaded GPS and stereo system. Had issues with the shocks and 4 wheel drive but other than that runs great. The could have done a better job on the leather seats, and the outdoor side compartments do not open. But all in all I like the truck.
accountCircle Jen B on April 10, 2021
My family would definitely buy another Nissan truck.
This truck has been the best vehicle we’ve had. It is reliable, sturdy, and very low maintenance. I would definitely purchase another one. We do not have all the bells and whistles but that does not take anything away from the overall performance and experience of this dynamic truck.

Pros from Owners

likeFilled Ronald S.

Roomy interior, reliable and stylish. It has been a very good vehicle. At the time of purchase it was very competitively priced. If I were to purchase another vehicle anytime soon I would definitely consider another titan.

Cons from Owners

dislikeFilled Ronald S.

Overall there are not many cons for this vehicle it is great! Only one thing comes to mind and that it does not get very good gas mileage. I think they have addressed that issue in the newer models however.

Ranks #4 Full Size Pickup Trucks by Owners

The 2012 Nissan Titan has an average owner rating of 4.58 out of 5 which ranks it #4 of 15 other Full Size Pickup Trucks.

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5
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4.68
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4.67
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4.58

Ranks #6 Full Size Pickup Trucks by Fuel Economy

The 2012 Nissan Titan has a combined MPG of 18 which ranks it #6 of 7 other Full Size Pickup Trucks.

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22 MPG
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22 MPG
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17 MPG

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the 2012 Nissan Titan ecm relay location?

Answer: The ECM relay on the 2012 Nissan Titan is located in the engine bay, so You'll need to pop Your hood with the inside lever and then lift it so You can access the inner components. You'll be looking towards the...

What kind of oil does the 2012 Nissan Titan use?

Answer: For the 2012 Nissan Titan You're going to want to use just under 7 quarts of oil, with the oil filter included, of SAE 5W-30 engine oil. The brand of oil You use is up to You but You should try to make sure...

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Safety & Reliability

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NHTSA Crash Test

Overall

Front

Not Rated

Rollover

Side

Not Rated
*National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
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IIHS Crash Test

Moderate Overlap Front

Side

Not Rated

Roof Strength

Driver-side Overlap Front

Not Rated
*Insurance Institute for Highway Safety