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In today’s competitive clash of full-size pickups, the 2010 Nissan Titan holds its own against perennial mainstays Ford F-150, Dodge Ram 1500 and Chevrolet Silverado 1500.
The 2010 Nissan Titan is available in four trim levels—XE, SE, LE and the off-road-dominant PRO-4X—and King and Crew Cab configurations. The King Cab is equipped with your choice of a 6.6-foot or 8-foot bed, while the Crew Cab gets either a 5.6-foot or 7-foot bed. Available in two- or four-wheel-drive configurations, only one engine powers the 2010 Nissan Titan—a 317-horsepower, 5.6-liter V-8 mated to a five-speed automatic transmission. EPA estimated fuel economy ratings are 12-13 mpg in the city and 17-18 mpg on the highway and an E-85 version of this engine this also offered. When properly equipped, the 2010 Nissan Titan can tow up to a monstrous 9,500 pounds.
New for 2010, Nissan offers an SE Value Truck Package, which includes cloth captain's chairs, a tow hitch, a Bluetooth hands-free phone system, an eight-way power-adjustable driver's seat and fog lights.
With a 40/20/40 front bench seat and 60/40-split rear bench, the 2010 Nissan Titan offers plenty of cargo opportunities—126 cubic feet of interior volume in Crew Cabs, to be exact. The King Cab XE comes standard with 18-inch steel wheels and an available XE Popular Equipment Package adds 18-inch alloy wheels, cruise control, a chrome grille and sliding rear window.
The SE version features power mirrors, keyless entry, a trip computer and an in-dash six-CD changer with MP3 capability. The SE Popular Equipment Package adds an eight-way power driver seat, power-adjustable pedals, rear parking sensors, a leather-wrapped steering wheel with audio controls and an auto-dimming rearview mirror with a compass to help guide you on your way.
The luxurious LE features dual-zone automatic climate control, driver memory functions, a leather-wrapped shifter and optional 10-speaker Rockford Fosgate sound system and rear-seat DVD entertainment system.
The four-wheel drive Pro-4X trim is geared for the serious off-road enthusiast and is equipped with Rancho shocks, heavy-duty skid plates, all-terrain tires and a push-button rear locking differential. A Pro-4X Driver's Convenience Package includes leather upholstery, driver memory functions, heated mirrors, Bluetooth handsfree capability and a Rockford Fosgate sound system.
Standard safety features have been fine-tuned for 2010 and all Nissan Titan models now include side curtain airbags, an electronic stability system and active brake limited slip, which incorporates the truck's antilock braking system as a virtual limited-slip differential.
With a ton of different packages to choose from, a powerful engine and heavy-duty off-road capability, the 2010 Nissan Titan full-size pickup is more than capable of handling any job thrown its way.