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Independent review & score by Carivo
| Seating Capacity | 5 passengers |
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| Body Style | Truck |
| Base Price | $33,093–$43,322 |
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov & manufacturer data. Figures reflect base trim; actual specs vary by trim level.
The 2017 Nissan Titan is a truck that earns a Carivo score of 6.8/10 — rated Good. Its strongest dimension is Safety at 7.8/10, while Technology at 6.2/10 is where it trails the competition most noticeably. It's a capable but unexceptional truck — stronger alternatives exist if you're willing to shop the segment carefully.
Reliability and safety are the two dimensions that matter most for long-term ownership costs. At 6.3/10 for reliability, this truck trails its segment. That doesn't rule it out, but go in with eyes open on running costs. Safety lands at 7.8/10 — solid, though some rivals offer more advanced driver-assist features as standard. Confirm official results for your trim at nhtsa.gov/ratings.
With 7.3/10 for performance, this is a car tuned for daily driving rather than excitement — perfectly capable on the commute, unremarkable on a back road. Technology scores 6.2/10 — the infotainment and driver-assist features feel dated against current-generation rivals. This is worth weighing if you prioritize connected features or modern safety tech.
Priced from $33,093–$43,322, 11 MPG, seating 5, the Nissan Titan sits in the mid-market bracket of the truck segment. The value score of 6.3/10 is a red flag — comparable alternatives offer meaningfully more for the same outlay. Shop the segment before deciding. At 9 years old, resale value, parts availability, and whether a successor model has improved on its weak points are all worth investigating before committing.
Verdict: The 2017 Nissan Titan sits in the middle of the field. Until its reliability and value and technology scores improve, stronger options exist at this price. Worth a look if it fits a specific need; otherwise use our compare tool against the segment leaders first.
Carivo scores are our own editorial assessment, informed by NHTSA safety and recall records, EPA fuel-economy figures, and manufacturer-published specifications. Scores are reviewed periodically and updated when new data becomes available. See our full methodology →
The 2017 Nissan Titan ranks #469 of 515 trucks in the Carivo database — better than 9% of the segment. Its 6.8/10 overall score is 0.6 points below the segment average of 7.4/10. Its $33,093 starting price undercuts the segment's median of $35,138 by about 6%.
Rankings are recalculated as new vehicles and scores are added. See the full Truck ranking →
Across the Titan model years we've scored, the 2017 holds its position — we didn't find an older year that delivers similar scores for meaningfully less money.
| Year | Score | Starting price (MSRP when new) | |
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| 2025 | 7.3/10 | $43,146 | Read review → |
| 2024 | 7.2/10 | $41,890 | Read review → |
| 2023 | 7.0/10 | $40,633 | Read review → |
| 2022 | 7.0/10 | $39,376 | Read review → |
| 2021 | 7.0/10 | $38,119 | Read review → |
| 2020 | 6.9/10 | $36,863 | Read review → |
| 2019 | 6.8/10 | $35,606 | Read review → |
| 2018 | 6.7/10 | $34,349 | Read review → |
| 2017 (this review) | 6.8/10 | $33,093 | |
| 2016 | 6.7/10 | $31,836 | Read review → |
The following recall campaigns have been filed with NHTSA for this model and year. Recall repairs are performed free of charge by franchised dealers; check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
| Electrical system / Wiring 26/06/2019 · 19V495000 | Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2017-2019 gasoline, light duty, Titan vehicles. The alternator harness may have been damaged during the engine installation process, possibly resulting in an electrical short. |
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| Equipment / Other / Labels 16/04/2018 · 18V240000 | Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Nissan Titan, 2016 and 2018 Nissan Titan XD vehicles. Accessories installed on these vehicles reduced the load carrying capacity, however, a Load Carrying Capacity modification label was… |
| Seat belts / Rear/other 24/04/2017 · 17V268000 | Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Nissan Titan Crew Cab and Titan XD Crew Cab vehicles. In the event of a crash, the rear seatbelt assembly may not adequately protect the occupant's head, allowing it to contact the D-ring… |
Source: NHTSA recall database, fetched at page build time.
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