DecodedCars2005 Nissan Titan
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2005 models.
- Class
- Standard Pickup Trucks 2WD
- Body styles
- Crew Cab S/Box 4X4 Le, Crew Cab S/Box 4X4 Se, Crew Cab S/Box 4X4 Xe, King Cab S/Box 2WD Xe/Se
- Engines
- 5.6L 8-cyl
- Drivetrain
- Rear-Wheel Drive, 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Regular Gasoline, FFV
- MPG (best)
- 14 combined · 13 city / 17 hwy
- Length
- 221.7–222.4 in
- Curb weight
- 4,786–5,302 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 2 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- AWD / 4WD available
Watch out for
- Below-average fuel economyBest version gets 14 MPG combined, 16% below the 2005 standard pickup truck average of 16.6 MPG.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 7 similar 2005 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2005 Nissan Titan is a standard pickup truck offered with a 5.6L 8-cyl engine and rear-wheel drive and 4-wheel or all-wheel drive.
It measures about 222 inches long and 79 inches wide on a 141-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 5,302 lb (Crew Cab S/Box 4X4 Le).
EPA rates its most efficient version at 14 MPG combined (13 city / 17 highway), 16% worse than the 2005 standard pickup truck average of 16.6 MPG, for an estimated $4,800 a year in fuel.
It has 2 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 148 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the fuel/propulsion system.
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crew Cab S/Box 4X4 Le | 222.4 in | 78.7 in | 76.8 in | 140.6 in | 67.7 / 67.7 in | 5,302 lb | 55/45 |
| Crew Cab S/Box 4X4 Se | 222.4 in | 78.7 in | 76.8 in | 140.6 in | 67.7 / 67.7 in | 5,176 lb | 55/45 |
| Crew Cab S/Box 4X4 Xe | 222.4 in | 78.7 in | 76.8 in | 140.6 in | 67.7 / 67.7 in | 5,053 lb | 55/45 |
| King Cab S/Box 2WD Xe/Se | 221.7 in | 78.7 in | 75.2 in | 140.2 in | 67.7 / 67.7 in | 4,786 lb | 55/45 |
| King Cab S/Box 4X4 Le | 221.7 in | 78.7 in | 76.8 in | 140.6 in | 67.7 / 67.7 in | 5,262 lb | 55/45 |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Titan 2WD | 5.6L 8-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 13 / 17 / 14 | -16% | $4,800 | 635 |
| Titan 4WD | 5.6L 8-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 12 / 17 / 14 | -10% | $4,800 | 635 |
| Titan 2WD FFV | 5.6L 8-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 13 / 17 / 14 | -16% | $4,800 | 635 |
| Titan 4WD FFV | 5.6L 8-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 12 / 17 / 14 | -10% | $4,800 | 635 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2005 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2005 Nissan Titan under the current (2011+) test program.
Similar 2005 standard pickup trucks
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 Nissan Titan (this car) | 14 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 17 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2005 Toyota Tundra | 18 MPG | Not rated | 8 |
| 2005 Dodge Ram 1500 Pickup | 16 MPG | Not rated | 4 |
| 2005 Dodge Dakota Pickup | 17 MPG | Not rated | 4 |
| 2005 GMC Sierra | 17 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2005 Mazda B Pickup | 23 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
Recalls (2)
Engine And Engine Cooling · Oct 28, 2010
NHTSA campaign 10V517000 · 747,480 vehicles
- Problem
- NISSAN IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2004-2006 ARMADA, TITAN, INFINITI QX56 AND MODEL YEAR 2005-2006 FRONTIER, PATHFINDER AND XTERRA VEHICLES. THE INTELLIGENT POWER DISTRIBUTION MODULE (IPDM) ASSEMBLY CONTAINS AN ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECM) RELAY THAT HAS A DIODE FOR ELECTRICAL CURRENT NOISE REDUCTION. THE ECM RELAY MAY ALLOW SILICON VAPOR TO FORM AND, OVER TIME, THE SILICON EVAPORATES FROM THE DIODE MOLDING WHICH CAUSES SILICON OXIDE TO DEVELOP ON THE ECM RELAY CONTACT DUE TO ARCING.
- Risk
- THIS COULD CAUSE ENGINE STALLING INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
- Fix
- DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE ECM RELAY INSIDE THE IPDM ASSEMBLY. THIS SERVICE WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMBER 6, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261.
Fuel System, Other › Storage › Fuel Gauge System · Mar 3, 2010
NHTSA campaign 10V074000 · 340,000 vehicles
- Problem
- NISSAN IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2005-2009 TITAN, ARMADA, AND INFINITI QX56 VEHICLES. THE INSTRUMENT PANEL FUEL GAUGE MAY INACCURATELY DISPLAY THAT THE VEHICLE STILL HAS SOME FUEL, TYPICALLY ABOUT ONE QUARTER TANK, WHEN THE FUEL TANK IS EMPTY.
- Risk
- THIS COULD CAUSE THE VEHICLE TO RUN OUT OF GAS AND STALL ON THE HIGHWAY, WHICH COULD CAUSE A CRASH.
- Fix
- DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FUEL SENDER UNIT INSIDE THE FUEL TANK WITH A NEW IMPROVED SENDER CARD. THIS SERVICE WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 22, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261.
Not every 2005 Nissan Titan is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Used 2005 Nissan Titan buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 2 recalls this year — ask for proof of repairs.
- Fuel/Propulsion System — 46 owner reports. Smell for fuel around the car and in the cabin, check that it starts easily when warm, and look at the oil dipstick for a fuel smell or rising level.
- Engine — 31 owner reports. Cold-start the engine, listen for knocking, and watch for warning lights or hesitation on acceleration.
- Power Train — 26 owner reports. Test-drive through all gears, including reverse; note slipping, harsh or delayed shifts.
- Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 128,000 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2005 Nissan Titan. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other Titan years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 Titan | 17 | 226.4 in | Not rated | 2 | 15 |
| 2023 Titan | 18 | 226.4 in | Not rated | 2 | 18 |
| 2022 Titan | 18 | 226.4 in | Not rated | 4 | 14 |
| 2021 Titan | 18 | 226.4 in | Not rated | 5 | 58 |
| 2020 Titan | 18 | 226.4 in | ★★★★★ | 5 | 23 |
| 2019 Titan | 18 | 226.4 in | ★★★★★ | 4 | 49 |
| 2018 Titan | 18 | 226.4 in | ★★★★★ | 4 | 90 |
| 2017 Titan | 18 | 226.4 in | ★★★★★ | 3 | 187 |
| 2015 Titan | 15 | 242.1 in | Not rated | 1 | 12 |
| 2014 Titan | 15 | 242.1 in | Not rated | 2 | 10 |
| 2013 Titan | 15 | 242.1 in | Not rated | 3 | 9 |
| 2012 Titan | 15 | 242.1 in | Not rated | 2 | 20 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Nissan. How we calculate this →