The Nissan Titan was introduced into Nissan’s lineup as their first full-size pickup truck in 2004 and is still made today. The Titan is one of the most popular vehicles in the USA and has many features consumers expect from today’s trucks including towing. But what is the towing capacity of a 2021 Nissan Titan?
A 2021 Nissan Titan has a maximum towing capacity of 9,370 pounds when properly equipped.
The 2021 Nissan Titan tow capacity can vary based on a few different factors such as engine size, drivetrain, and others which we’ll cover in this guide.
There’s a bit more to know about the 2021 Nissan Titan tow capacity which we’ll cover in today’s guide.
How Much Can The 2021 Nissan Titan Tow?
The 2021 Nissan Titan has a towing capacity of 9,370 pounds.
The 2021 Nissan Titan max towing is affected by other factors like engine type, drivetrain, the weight of cargo and passengers, and whether your vehicle has a towing package equipped or not.
You can always reach out to your local Nissan dealership for details to confirm how much your Titan can tow.
You can also read our guide on what makes a vehicle towing capacity to learn all the aspects that go into it.
You can also check out our guide to Nissan Titan towing capacity by year if you’re looking at a different model year’s max capacity or if you want to compare different years of this vehicle.
2021 Titan Tow Capacity By Trim Level
There are seven total trim levels for the 2021 Titan, and some engines are not available on certain trims, so they’ll each have different max towing limits.
Here’s the max tow capacity broken down for each trim level on the 2021 Nissan Titan:
| 2021 Nissan Titan Trim Level | Towing Capacity |
| 2021 Nissan Titan S | 9,370 pounds (4×2) |
| 2021 Nissan Titan SV | 9,370 pounds (4×2) |
| 2021 Nissan Titan Pro-4X | 9,370 pounds (4×2) |
| 2021 Nissan Titan Platinum Reserve | 9,370 pounds (4×2) |
| 2021 Nissan Titan XD S | 11,040 pounds (4×4) |
| 2021 Nissan Titan XD SV | 11,040 pounds (4×4) |
| 2021 Nissan Titan XD Pro-4X | 11,040 pounds (4×4) |
| 2021 Nissan Titan XD Platinum Reserve | 11,040 pounds (4×4) |
Towing Capacity By Engine Size & Drivetrain
2021 Nissan Titan Engine Options
There is only one engine option for the 2021 Titan, which is a 5.6L V8 that produces 400 horsepower and 413 pound-feet of torque.
2021 Nissan Titan 5.6L V8 Engine Towing Capacity: 9,320 pounds
2021 Nissan Titan XD 5.6L V8 Engine Towing Capacity: 11,060 pounds
2021 Nissan Titan Drivetrain Options
The 2021 Nissan Titan drivetrain options are RWD and 4WD.
2021 Nissan Titan 4×2 Tow Capacity: 9,370 pounds
2021 NIssan Titan 4×4 Tow Capacity: 9,250 pounds
2021 NIssan Titan XD 4×4 Tow Capacity: 11,040 pounds
Note that these are the max towing limits for each 2021 Nissan Titan engine. Your Nissan Titan may have a lower towing capacity based on the drivetrain, axle ratio, and if your vehicle has a towing package installed.
2021 Nissan Titan Payload Capacity
The maximum payload capacity of the 2021 Nissan Titan is 1,680 pounds.
The maximum payload capacity of the 2021 Nissan Titan XD is 2,240 pounds.
Note that the max payload capacity of your 2021 Titan will vary based on factors like the engine type, drivetrain and whether or not a towing package that includes other features like an engine oil cooler or transmission oil cooler is installed.
You can always contact your local dealership for extra details if you’re unsure of your vehicle’s payload capability.
2021 Nissan Titan Tow Package
The 2021 Titan does not come with a tow package installed, but it is available as an add-on for specific trim levels.
The Nissan Titan towing package includes a hitch receiver, 4-pin and 7-pin wiring harness, and a trailer brake controller.
We recommend selecting the tow package so that your Titan is ready for towing and is properly equipped from the get-go.
2021 Nissan Titan Tow Capacity Vs Competitors
The 2021 Nissan Titan has a maximum tow capacity of 9,370 pounds, which makes it capable of doing some heavy duty trailer towing. This number is similar to its main competitors, the 2021 Ford F-150 and the 2021 Nissan Titan.
Here are some similar vehicles to the Nissan Titan and their towing capacities below:
2021 Ford F-150 Towing Capacity: 14,000 pounds
2021 Chevy Silverado 1500 Towing Capacity: 13,300 pounds
2021 GMC Sierra 1500 Towing Capacity: 11,800 pounds
2021 Ram 1500 Towing Capacity: 12,750 pounds
2021 Toyota Tundra Towing Capacity: 10,200 pounds
2021 Nissan Trucks Towing Capacity Chart
| Model | Towing Capacity |
| 2021 Nissan Titan XD | 11,040 pounds |
| 2021 Nissan Titan | 9,370 pounds |
| 2021 Nissan Frontier | 6,720 pounds |
Data Accuracy
We’ve gathered all data represented here from the official 2021 Nissan Titan Owner’s Manual on Mopar’s site and have checked all data thoroughly for accuracy.
Having said that, we still recommend you refer to your vehicle’s owner’s manual yourself before towing with a 2021 Nissan Titan.
