FREE EBOOK Nissan Truck Towing Capacity Guide 1
Elevate Your Towing to the Next Level with Nissan So, you re looking to buy a new truck. There are plenty of reasons why you might want to, but typically, what it all boils down to is this: You need muscle (and a lot of it). If that s the case, then no other vehicle is going to do. Over the years, Nissan trucks have developed quite the reputation. From the colossal Nissan Titan XD to the versatile Nissan Frontier, they ve got a vehicle to match every lifestyle. However, if you re the type of person with a ton of cargo to move, then you re really going to be in luck. Few trucks can tow like a Nissan. That s not just because of their sheer brawn, but also because of all the great accessories and protections backing them up. Let s delve a little deeper into their capabilities by examining powertrains NISSAN TITAN: RECREATIONAL MUSCLE Maximum Towing Capacity: 9,740 lbs. 1 Maximum Payload: 1,950 lbs. Nissan trucks are unique, and each one can offer you something special. For instance, if you re a work-week truck commuter and a weekend hauler, you ll find a perfect match in the 2017 Nissan Titan. Here, you ll have just enough muscle without going completely overboard. Granted, to some, 9,740 pounds of cargo might seem like a bit much. But if you re carrying around landscaping equipment, ATVs, or a boat, for example, the pounds are going to add up quickly. So, how does the Nissan Titan manage all that? Well, let s peek under the hood to find out. High Performance Standard in the Titan is a 5.6L 8-cylinder engine, capable of generating 390 horsepower and 394 lb-ft of torque. No wonder you can haul so much! Enhancements like Variable Valve Event and Lift technology then work overtime to keep that energy flowing smoothly and consistently. 2
Structural Reinforcements A heavy-duty suspension is something you re going to find in any Nissan truck, but it s put to especially good use in the hardworking Titan. In the front, you ll have an independent double-wishbone suspension, and in the back, you ll have a multi-leaf with solid axle. Both are then bolstered by stabilizer bars. Safety in Control To help you stay in total control of all that weight (and, to ultimately stay safe), the Titan comes with several handling features, including: Vehicle Dynamics Control Traction Control System Hill Start Assist Active Brake Limited Slip NISSAN TITAN XD: THE HEAVY HAULER Maximum Towing Capacity: 12,640 lbs. 1 Maximum Payload: 2,910 lbs. Now, the Nissan Titan is undoubtedly a well-muscled machine. However, you might be more than a fair-weather hauler. Your work life may require you to tow heavy equipment day in and day out, and then, you may need to pull something even bigger on the weekends. That should be no problem at all, as long as you re behind the wheel of the right truck. And in this case, we d suggest you turn your attention to the next-level Titan: the XD, capable of hauling 12,640 pounds. On one hand, you ve got the gas-fueled Titan XD, which includes a pretty similar powertrain to its predecessor. However, you can also choose a diesel-powered outfit, if you re more of a traditionalist. An Old-School Engine While we re fast approaching an era of car manufacturing in which the diesel engine seems to be getting phased out completely, Nissan still believes in the unparalleled power of these drivetrains. Just look at the Titan XD as an example. When the 5.0L 8-cylinder Cummins diesel engine is equipped, horsepower is cut down to 310. Torque, on the other hand? It s given a huge boost, all the way up to 555 lb-ft. NISSAN FRONTIER: ECO-CONSCIOUSNESS WITH A KICK Maximum Towing Capacity: 3,760 lbs. 1 Maximum Payload: 880 lbs. The Nissan Titan (both the standard and the XD) sets a pretty high standard for power. You ve got the speed, the suspension, and the towing capacity. However, what if your cargo needs are a bit more relaxed? What if you want to haul, but without having to compromise your efficiency completely? 3
This is where the Nissan Frontier comes in. Is it built with that trademark Nissan toughness? You bet. It s got phenomenal suspension and plenty of safety features, so you can haul your gear or small recreational vehicles, if need be. But, it also trades in that massive powertrain for something just a bit greener. A Powertrain Built for Efficiency Instead of that gigantic V8 engine found in the Titan family, the Nissan Frontier comes equipped with a 2.5L 4-cylinder engine capable of generating 152 horsepower and 171 lb-ft of torque. Several efficiency-minded enhancements have been added, including: Variable Valve Timing Control system Inductive Control System Drive-by-Wire Electronic Throttle We get it. Those enhancements probably sound a little fancy and complicated. But in layman s terms, it translates to simplicity. The idea with all of these is to streamline intake and exhaust, increasing your vehicle response and fuel management. Thanks to such enhancements, your truck is still able to maintain 23 highway MPG and 17 city MPG. 2 Boost Your Safety with These Towing Add-Ons There are certain features found across all three of these trucks that can really add control and safety to your drive. Vehicle Dynamics Control and Hill Start Assist, for example, are necessities when hauling cargo. However, there are even more helpful features available in your Nissan truck to maximize your protection while towing. Hill Descent Control: No matter what, your truck is likely going to come with some assistance getting up the hill. But what happens when you come back down? You re going to have a lot of weight pushing you forward, and if you re not careful, it can cause you to lose control pretty easily. Fortunately, with Hill Descent Control, you should have even more command over the brakes. Trailer Sway Control: Once again, you ve got extra control over your vehicle, but that trailer you re pulling? It s going to be a bit more unpredictable. Unwanted sway can be a serious danger to you and other cars around you. This is when Trailer Sway Control really comes in handy. Trailer Brake Controller: This is one you re going to need in case of an emergency. You never know when you might need to bring your truck to a sudden stop to avoid a collision (something that ll be much harder to do while hauling cargo). This controller will ensure your trailer stops as easily as you do. NISSAN ACCESSORIES MAKE ALL THE DIFFERENCE When it comes to moving cargo, Nissan has several accessories available to make things even easier. These accessories may range from dedicated towing equipment to additional cargo spaces throughout your truck. No matter which you choose, you re bound to have even more versatility. 4
Tow Hitch Receiver: When choosing this accessory, you ll receive a package with both the receiver and harness. Both can help to secure your towing strength with their custom frame-mounted design. This may be the accessory you d want to look into first. Hitch Ball Mount, Class III: This accessory mounts to the tow hitch receiver for hitch ball mounting. If you plan on pulling a trailer or any heavy piece of equipment, it s going to be a necessity. Titan Boxes: You might need to carry a lot of different items, some of them smaller (such as tools), which may not be as secure simply strapped down to your trailer. In this case, you d want the lockable Titan Boxes, which make it easy to sort and secure loose items. Tie-Down Cleats: When you run out of room on your trailer for those bigger items, they ll almost certainly need to go in the bed of the truck. When that happens, you ll want to make sure that they re fixed in place, a task made easy with the Utili-Track channel system and Tie-Down Cleats. With these, nothing should ever slide around the bed. IT S TIME TO START TOWING TODAY! One of the best things about owning a Nissan truck is the peace of mind. No matter where you re going or how much weight you re pulling, you can rest assured that your vehicle has the muscle to handle it. Be sure to get behind the wheel of the Titan, Titan XD, or Frontier before heading out on your next adventure. Stop into your local Nissan dealer today to start shopping! EXCLUSIVE OFFERS NISSAN NISSAN $ 24 $ 25 OFF OIL, LUBE & FILTER CHANGE (With This Coupon) Call for appointment. Up to 5 qts. Synthetic extra. Must present printed coupon at time of purchase. One coupon per customer. Cannot be combined. Valid only at Nissan 24. Offer expires December 31, 2017. FRONT OR REAR BREAK SERVICE (With This Coupon) Call for appointment. Must present printed coupon at time of purchase. One coupon per customer. Cannot be combined. Valid only at Nissan 24. Offer expires December 31, 2017. 1. When properly equipped. See dealer for more details. 2. 2017 EPA fuel economy estimates: 19 city/23 highway MPG. Actual mileage may vary with driving conditions. Use for comparison only. 5