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Do people buy the most recommended version of the 2022 Nissan Titan? One trim level is more popular than all the others. Every version of the Nissan full-size truck is a viable option, but some are better than others. According to a few critics, the best Nissan Titan trim is not the most popular. Experts don’t recommend the most popular 2022 Nissan Titan trim.

The best 2022 Nissan Titan trim isn't the PRO-4X, despite most consumers buying it.
2022 Nissan Titan | Nissan

Edmunds says the most popular 2022 Nissan Titan trim is the PRO-4X model. Out of four available options, the second-most expensive trim level is selling the best. That’s not common, so there must be something excellent about the costly version of the pickup. Buying the Titan PRO-4X will run you $53,495, while the S base model starts at just $42,375. Why are people choosing the higher mid-tier trim over the most affordable options?

Choosing the most popular Titan trim gets owners a wide variety of equipment. This includes the extra off-road capability and standard four-wheel drive. However, off-road features aren’t too prevalent as the PRO-4X trim adds just a bit to make it more capable. Things like four-wheel drive, skid plates, LED headlights, daytime running lights, and a protective bed liner bolsters the Titan lineup.

The best Nissan Titan trim, according to experts

The most popular 2022 Nissan Titan isn't the best Titan trim. Which full-size truck do experts recommend?
The 2023 Nissan Titan | Nissan

Experts like Car and Driver and Edmunds disagree on the best overall 2022 Nissan Titan trim. Edmunds recommends buying the SV trim one step above the base model. Moreover, the publication suggests that the second-tier variant is worth it for the several optional packages it unlocks. For example, the SV Convenience package adds front captain’s chairs, dual-zone automatic climate control, traffic sign recognition, Nissan Intelligent Key, Nissan Door to Door Navigation, remote start, and much more.

Alternatively, Car and Driver recommend sticking with the cheapest Titan S base model. C/D says the full-size truck “fails to change the pickup truck game,” and therefore, the best version to buy is to use as a work truck. Thus, the extended cab, rear-wheel drive base model will suffice. Furthermore, standard features like an 8.0-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, automatic emergency braking, blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, and lane-departure warning are excellent for a base model.

In conclusion, neither expert thinks the most popular version of the 2022 Nissan Titan is the best. However, both critics have different opinions about which trim level to buy. One suggests buying the cheapest S trim, which doesn’t come well-equipped. However, it’s useful as a basic work truck with a standard V8 engine. Alternatively, Edmunds thinks you should take one step higher to the SV model, which adds much more to technology options.

We think the second-tier 2022 Nissan Titan SV is the way to go. One of the best reasons to buy the full-size truck is the standard V8. Since the S and SV trims come with it, there’s little reason to upgrade to the PRO-4X or Platinum Reserve models. Not to mention, the most popular PRO-4X off-road trim isn’t as ready for off-roading as competitors. It’s difficult to disagree that top trims aren’t worth it, seeing as they cross the $50K threshold and their most valuable asset is the V8, which is standard across the lineup.

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