Just a few months following its introduction in Algeria, the brand-new Fiat Titano has made its way to South America, with Argentina and Brazil spearheading the reception of this midsize pickup truck. Built upon the foundation of the Peugeot Landtrek, the Titano offers a variety of engine choices tailored to specific regions, all carefully crafted to meet the unique preferences of local consumers.
At first glance, distinguishing between the Fiat Titano and its Peugeot counterpart proves challenging. The two pickup trucks from Stellantis share striking similarities, with discrepancies limited to emblem designs, a revamped grille, 18-inch alloy wheels, and the moniker on the tailgate, drawing inspiration from Greek mythology.
Interestingly, the Fiat Titano shares its greenhouse and overall profile with the Kaicene F70 and Changan Lantazhe from China, all sharing the same ladder-frame platform. Like its counterparts, the Fiat offers both Single Cab and Double Cab variations, accommodating preferences for cargo space or interior roominess, respectively. Measuring at a length of 5,331 mm, the Titano slightly exceeds the competing Toyota Hilux in size while falling marginally short of the Ford Ranger.
The interior of the Fiat Titano closely mirrors that of the Peugeot model, with the Fiat emblem gracing the steering wheel serving as a noticeable distinction. Notably, only the Titano Volcano flagship variant features a 10-inch infotainment touchscreen.
In South America, Fiat presents a wide array of over 40 Mopar accessories for the Titano, encompassing both aesthetic and functional enhancements. These include extended fender flares, roof crossbars, a robust trail hitch, various side step options, a wireless charger with USB-C input, and more.
In Algeria, the Titano emphasizes fuel efficiency, evident in its 1.9-liter diesel engine generating 148 horsepower and 350 Nm of torque. This engine is exclusively mated to a six-speed manual transmission, distributing power to either the rear (4×2) or all four wheels (4×4) with an electronic differential lock. With a maximum payload capacity of 1,210 kg, this version competes closely with its primary rivals.
In Brazil, the new Fiat Titano is available in three configurations: Endurance, Volcano, and Ranch, all featuring a double cabin. Standard across all variants is a 180-horsepower 2.2-liter Multijet II turbodiesel engine paired with all-wheel drive.
The Fiat Titano debuted in Algeria in December, with prices ranging from $26,000 to $32,000 depending on the selected trim level. In Brazil, where the Titano slots above the smaller Fiat Strada and Toro unibody-based trucks, prices range from approximately US$44,100 to US$52,100 at current exchange rates. Pricing and availability for Argentina will be disclosed at a later time.