2018 Nissan Titan — Full Specifications
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The 2018 Nissan Titan is a pickup powered by a 5.6L 8-cyl regular gasoline engine. It returns around 22 mpg (UK) / 18 mpg (US EPA) combined. Owners often keep a Nissan Titan workshop manual to hand for servicing and repairs.
Compared with the 2017 Nissan Titan: Fuel economy is essentially unchanged at around 22 mpg (UK) combined. The engine line-up listed by EPA is unchanged. It holds a 4★ overall NHTSA rating (none is on record for the 2017 model).
Full Specifications
| Engine | 5.6L 8-cyl |
|---|---|
| Transmission | Automatic (S7) |
| Fuel Type | Regular Gasoline |
| Powertrain | Conventional |
| Drive | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive |
| Body Style | Pickup |
| Fuel Economy (UK) | 22 combined / 18 urban / 25 extra-urban mpg |
| Fuel Economy (US EPA) | 18 combined / 15 city / 21 highway mpg |
| CO₂ Emissions | 314 g/km |
| EPA Greenhouse Gas Score | 3 / 10 (10 = lowest emissions) |
| EPA Est. Annual Fuel Cost | $3,700 (15,000 mi/yr, US prices) |
Engine & Transmission Options
EPA lists 2 configurations for the 2018 Nissan Titan, all with the 5.6L 8-cyl engine. The headline figures at the top of this page describe the most fuel-efficient configuration.
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG (UK) | MPG (US) | CO₂ g/km | Fuel cost / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5.6L 8-cyl | Automatic (S7) | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | 22 | 18 (15/21) | 314 | $3,700 |
| 5.6L 8-cyl | Automatic (S7) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 22 | 18 (15/21) | 314 | $3,700 |
MPG (US) shows combined, with city/highway in brackets. Highlighted row = the configuration used for the headline figures. Source: US EPA fueleconomy.gov.
Owner Essentials for the 2018 Nissan Titan
Running Costs: 2018 Nissan Titan
Covering around 8,000 miles a year in a 2018 Nissan Titan at 22 mpg combined, expect roughly 1,653 litres of fuel annually — multiply by your local price per litre for a cost estimate. For US owners, the EPA estimates about $3,700 a year in fuel for the most efficient configuration (15,000 miles, national average prices). Work out exact fuel costs with the fuel cost calculator on 247Calculators.
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2018 Nissan Titan Safety Ratings (NHTSA)
Recalls & Owner Complaints (NHTSA)
NHTSA lists 4 safety recall campaigns that include the 2018 Nissan Titan (as of 6 October 2026). Most affected areas: Tires (1), Back over prevention (1), Electrical system (1). A campaign often covers several model years or models, so check your own VIN to see whether your car is affected.
- Tires — campaign 21V169000, reported 11 March 2021. Risk: Over cured tires may develop a break in the sidewall, resulting in sudden air loss or belt edge separation which could lead to tread/belt loss. Either condition can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing…
- Back over prevention — campaign 19V654000, reported 12 September 2019. Risk: The lack of an image in the back-up camera display increases the risk of a crash.
- Electrical system — campaign 19V495000, reported 26 June 2019. Risk: An electrical short may cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash. In addition, it increases the risk of a fire.
- Equipment — campaign 18V240000, reported 16 April 2018. Risk: An overloaded vehicle can increase the risk of a crash.
Owners have filed 90 complaints with NHTSA about the 2018 Nissan Titan. The most-reported areas are Engine (45), Fuel/propulsion system (16), Power train (16). Complaints include 3 reported crashes, 1 reported fire, 1 reported injury. That is well above the median of 22 complaints across the 14 Nissan Titan model years in our data.
Used-buyer checklist for the 2018 Nissan Titan
Based on where NHTSA recalls and owner complaints cluster for this model year, these are the areas worth checking before you buy:
- Engine (45 owner complaints) — Listen for unusual noise on a cold start, check for warning lights and ask for the service records.
- Electrical system (1 recall campaign · 15 owner complaints) — Test every switch, window, light and warning lamp on a test drive, and ask about battery or alternator replacements.
- Fuel system (16 owner complaints) — Ask whether any fuel-pump or fuel-system recalls were completed, and watch for hard starting or stalling.
- Transmission & drivetrain (16 owner complaints) — On the test drive, watch for hesitation, jerking or slipping between gears and ask for transmission service history.
Source: US NHTSA recall and consumer-complaint databases, retrieved 6 October 2026. Complaints are unverified owner reports, not confirmed defects. Check any vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, and see our guide to checking a used car for recalls.
How It Compares
How does the Nissan Titan compare to similar pickups? For context, pickups in our database average around 25 mpg (UK) combined — this model's 22 mpg figure is 3 mpg below that average. Its 314 g/km CO₂ figure is 31 g/km higher than the 283 g/km average for pickups on this site. This comparison is based on 264 pickups in our dataset.
Nissan models in our database average about 29 mpg (UK) combined on their most efficient configuration; the 2018 Nissan Titan's 22 mpg is 7 mpg below that make average. Its 314 g/km CO₂ figure is 74 g/km higher than the 240 g/km Nissan average.
Of the 14 Nissan Titan model years we cover, the 2018 is the most economical on its best configuration (22 mpg UK combined). See every Nissan Titan year side by side.
Last updated: · Data: US EPA (fueleconomy.gov) and NHTSA safety ratings 18 July 2026; NHTSA recalls and complaints 6 October 2026; Wikidata & curated EU catalogue 18 July 2026; European generation and engine data from Wikipedia 7 October 2026
Vehicle data sourced from manufacturer specifications. Always verify with your vehicle handbook or a qualified mechanic. This is a reference tool, not professional advice.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What engine does the 2018 Nissan Titan have?
It's fitted with a 5.6L 8-cyl regular gasoline engine, paired with a automatic (s7) transmission.
What is the fuel economy of the 2018 Nissan Titan?
The most efficient configuration returns around 22 mpg (UK) combined, or 18 mpg on the US EPA cycle.
How much does the 2018 Nissan Titan cost to fuel per year?
The US EPA estimates about $3,700 a year in fuel for the most efficient configuration, based on 15,000 miles of mixed driving and national average fuel prices. Your own cost will depend on mileage and local prices.
Does the 2018 Nissan Titan have a good safety rating?
It holds an overall NHTSA rating of 4 stars, with 4 stars for frontal crash protection.
Does the 2018 Nissan Titan have any recalls?
NHTSA lists 4 safety recall campaigns that include the 2018 Nissan Titan (as of 6 October 2026). Most affected areas: Tires (1), Back over prevention (1), Electrical system (1). A campaign often covers several model years or models, so check your own VIN to see whether your car is affected.
What are the most common problems reported for the 2018 Nissan Titan?
Among the 90 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported areas are Engine (45 complaints), Fuel/propulsion system (16 complaints), Power train (16 complaints). Complaints are unverified owner reports, not confirmed defects, and raw counts rise with how many cars were sold.
Is the Nissan Titan's fuel economy good for a pickup?
It returns around 22 mpg (UK) combined, against a same-body-style average of roughly 25 mpg among the pickups we track.