2019 Nissan Titan Trim Levels with Comparisons & Configurations.

Trucks are seemingly never un-popular on the American automobile market. For those who crave power and need a capable tower and hauler, a full-size truck is the way to go. But there are so many on the market that settling on the right one can be somewhat difficult. Unfortunately, there are some trucks, like the Nissan Titan, that get lost in the mix.

The 2019 Nissan Titan has a high-powered engine, but it does not exactly best its competitors in terms of hauling and towing capacities. It also is not loaded with a ton of high-tech gadgetry, even though it does have some features that are worthy of mentioning in this review. The Titan really is designed to be a workhorse, and this is reflected in its five different trim levels.

The thing that will catch the buyer's eye is the Titan's affordability. Even the higher trim levels have relatively reasonable price tags. Of course, you will still want to make sure you are getting your money's worth, so knowing which trim is the best overall deal is important. And, really, with five trim levels, it might be difficult for many buyers to figure this out just by walking into a dealership or custom-building the truck online without doing research beforehand.

That's why reading through to the end of this review might ease the decision-making process. We will compare each 2019 Nissan Titan, trim level by trim level. That way, you can gain a clearer concept of which trim level has the most of what you require from a vehicle.

Compare the 2019 Nissan Titan S vs SV Trims. What is the difference?

The 2019 Nissan Titan's base trim is known as the S. Both the S and the SV have 2- and 4-door configurations and can come as Single, King, or Crew Cabs. Therefore, it is safe to say that you get a good amount of diversity from these two low-level trims. This full-size truck is spacious regardless of trim level, but if you do require even more space, the Titan XD does offer more than the regular Titan trim levels do.

Each 2019 Nissan Titan trim comes with a standard 5.6-L V8 engine that is capable of producing a solid 390 hp and 394 lb-ft of torque. A 26-gallon fuel tank comes standard. The S trim gets 17 combined mpg (15 mpg city and 21 mpg highway) while the other trim levels get ever so slightly more at 18 combined mpg. There is a double wishbone front suspension and leaf rear suspension, and 4-wheel disc brakes come standard. The S trim rides atop 18-inch silver steel wheels while the SV gets upgraded to painted aluminum wheels of the same size. Rear-wheel drive comes standard, as does a 7-speed automatic transmission.

On the outside, the S and SV look somewhat similar. Both trim levels have bodies crafted from galvanized steel and aluminum, a black grille, halogen headlights, and LED pickup cargo box lights. The S trim has optional fog lights while the SV lets you opt for perimeter/approach lights. The SV does upgrade the front and rear bumpers from the standard black on the S to chrome. It also adds a body-colored surround to the grille.

On the inside, these two trim levels have a lot of the same standard features, but the SV gives you a few more optional add-ons. Both of these trims equip power locks and power windows, a tilt-and-telescoping steering column with a steering wheel that has numerous controls (such as those for the vehicle's cruise control function) mounted onto it, 12-volt DC power outlets, and a locking glove box. The SV gives illuminated vanity mirrors to the sun visors. It also adds overhead console storage and an option for an AC power outlet. The driver seat in both is 4-way adjustable, and the front passenger seat can be manually reclined and moved fore and aft. The upholstery on the S is a mixture of cloth and vinyl while the SV has pure cloth seats. It also upgrades the floor trim from vinyl and rubber to carpet. Illuminated vehicle entry is standard.

Creature comforts are pretty slim on the S, which comes with a standard AM/FM radio, auxiliary input, 4-speaker sound system, and Bluetooth connectivity. Blind spot and parking sensors are not available on the S, but they are optional on the SV. The SV also has options for adding voice activated audio control, built-in navigation, and convex spotter mirrors for the driver and front passenger sides.

Both trims have the basics when it comes to safety features, including airbags, side impact beams, brake assist, and a panic alarm. The SV, however, does give you the option of adding a blind spot warning system.

Compare the 2019 Titan SV vs SL Trims. What is the difference?

The SL trim marks some serious upgrades from the SV, inside and out. On the exterior, you will notice that the SL features a chic metallic grille with a chrome surround, heated power remote side mirrors with a tilt-down function, an auto-dimming driver-side mirror, running boards, a chrome front bumper and colored rear bumper, and the same rear bumper step that comes on every trim. Also, the SL upgrades the headlights to LED low beams, and there are LED daytime running lights. Standard perimeter/approach lights are remote-activated, and turn signals are integrated into the side mirrors.

The cabin marks some major changes as well. Air conditioning on the SL is automatic, whereas it is manual on the lower trim levels. Also, the SL gets a full floor console, HomeLink garage door transceiver, a powered tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel wrapped in leather, and heated front seats that are clad in leather upholstery. The driver seat is 8-way power-adjustable and has 2-way lumbar support. The driver seat also comes with memory functions. The door inserts are trimmed in leatherette for extra luxury.

The SL also steps it up with standard infotainment and safety technology. A 12-speaker sound system comes with this trim level. In addition, you get Siri Eyes Free, Nissan Connect Services, and a blind spot monitoring system included.

Compare the Titan SL vs Platinum Reserve Trims. What is the difference?

You might be wondering how the Titan can possibly get more upscale. Well, it does, and it comes at a price - about $6,000 more than the SL's starting MSRP, to be a little bit more precise. But what exactly does this fine package include that is so attractive to buyers?

Honestly, not a lot. On the exterior, there are a few minor differences between the SL and Platinum reserve (such as colored bumpers), but, even to the discerning eye, these two trims look pretty similar. On the inside, there are a few upgrades worthy of mentioning, like the heated steering wheel, heated and ventilated front seats, and heated rear seats. The Platinum Reserve adds some wooden trim to the leather-wrapped steering wheel as well. These are really the only alterations, and they are merely cosmetic (versus functional) ones.

Compare the Titan Platinum Reserve vs Pro-4X Trims. What is the difference?

If you are looking for a trim level that ups the ante in terms of off-roading capabilities, the Pro-4X is worth checking out. Fuel efficiency does, as you might reasonably expect, take a slight hit, dropping down to 17 mpg combined (15 mpg city and 20 mpg highway). Of course, this is what happens when you equip an all-wheel drive system, which is far more practical than rear-wheel drive if you plan on doing a lot of off-roading.

Aside from equipping a different drivetrain, the Pro-4X looks different than the Platinum Reserve. The Pro-4X's body has a more athletic look with its black grille with a body-colored surround and grey front and rear bumpers. Like the S trim, it comes with halogen headlights. Delay-off headlamps, front fog lights, and integrated turn signals on the side mirrors all come standard.

The interior also has a few changes that should be mentioned. It only has one AC power outlet while the Platinum Reserve has two. The Pro-4X also has a standard overheard console storage area, illuminated vanity mirrors, and the cloth and vinyl upholstery featured on the S trim. However, the floors are carpeted, and the steering wheel is wrapped in leather. You can opt to get it heated if you would like. There is a 6-speaker audio system included, and you can opt to get Nissan Connect added on. The blind spot warning system comes standard.

Final Thoughts

Since there are so many trim levels with multiple configurations to choose from, making the right selection can be hard. However, now that we have compared the five Titan trim levels, there is a clear stand-out among the pack: the Pro-4X.

It costs about $17,000 more than the base S trim, but it has some seriously fantastic upgrades. Let's be honest, if you want a truck that is good for both work and play, you are going to want something that comes with all-wheel drive like the Pro-4X. This trim level does a good job of balancing affordability, a powerful performance, and those delightful creature comforts. The difference in fuel efficiency is minimal, too.

Skip the rear-wheel drive models and go straight for the Pro-4X.