Nissan launches 2017 Titan Single Cab with eight-foot bed
Nissan has introduced Single Cab versions of the 2017 Titan and Titan XD, offering an eight-foot bed and targeting commercial buyers in the US market.
Nissan has expanded its Titan pickup range in the US with the introduction of Single Cab versions for both the 2017 Titan and Titan XD. These new models, announced in July 2016, mark the first time the Titan has been offered in a single cab configuration, aimed squarely at the commercial market where bed length and payload take priority over passenger space.
Single Cab targets commercial buyers
With an eight-foot (2.44-metre) bed, the Single Cab Titans offer the longest load area in the line-up. For comparison, the Titan Crew Cab bed measures 5.5 feet (1.7 metres), and the Titan XD Crew Cab offers 6.5 feet (1.98 metres). Nissan has managed to keep the overall length of the standard Titan Single Cab unchanged, while the XD Single Cab is actually shorter than the regular XD Crew Cab, measuring 231 inches (586.7cm) against the Crew Cab’s 242.8 inches (617.7cm).
Engine and drivetrain options
The 2017 Titan Single Cab is powered by Nissan’s 5.6-litre V8 petrol engine, producing 390hp and 394lb ft of torque, paired with a seven-speed automatic transmission. The Titan XD Single Cab can be specified with the same petrol V8 or with a 5.0-litre Cummins diesel V8, which delivers 310hp and 555lb ft of torque, mated to a six-speed automatic. Both trucks are available in rear-wheel drive (4x2) or four-wheel drive (4x4) configurations.
Trim levels and market position
Both Single Cab versions will be offered in S and SV trim levels. By focusing on utility, Nissan is positioning these models for fleet and commercial customers who prioritise cargo capacity over rear-seat accommodation. Pricing was not announced at launch, but Nissan indicated that further details would follow closer to the autumn 2016 on-sale date.
The Single Cab Titans will compete with established single cab offerings from Ford, Chevrolet and Ram in the US full-size pickup market. The move brings Nissan’s range in line with rivals, who have long targeted commercial buyers with similar configurations. For a look at another 2017 pickup update, see the GMC Sierra Denali 2500 HD gains functional hood scoop for 2017.
