Nissan Titan vs Toyota Tacoma
The Toyota Tacoma is more fuel-efficient at 21 MPG combined, against 18 MPG for the Nissan Titan. At EPA assumptions that is about $500 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Nissan Titan | Toyota Tacoma | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 257 | 324 |
| Most reported problem | Engine | Drivetrain & axles |
| Crashes and fires | 9 and 11 | 20 and 10 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 18,000 miles | 15,000 miles |
| Recalls | 3 | 5 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 18 MPG | 21 MPG |
| City and highway | 15 and 21 | 19 and 24 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $3,700 | $3,200 |
| NHTSA overall safety |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 257 complaints for the Nissan Titan and 324 for the Toyota Tacoma. Complaint counts depend heavily on how many of each vehicle were sold, so a higher count does not by itself mean a less reliable car.
NHTSA's overall safety ratings: 4 stars for the Nissan Titan, 4 stars for the Toyota Tacoma.
Safety recalls on file: 3 for the Nissan Titan, 5 for the Toyota Tacoma.