A diverse lineup includes the hot-selling Altima, quirky Cube, and rugged Pathfinder.
Nissan Frontier
The Frontier is an excellent choice if you need a compact pickup truck. More safety features are standard for 2010, including stability control and side and curtain airbags. Equally as comfortable to drive around town as on the job, the Frontier offers strong engines, plenty of cab and bed combinations, and desirable features like a tough bedliner and the Utili-track cargo-handling system. However, the rear seats are a little too upright and not as comfortable as those of the competition.
MSRP: $17,540 – $29,820 Base Engine: 2.5-liter 4-cylinder with 152 hp Base EPA mpg: 19 city/23 hwy/21 cmb Competition: Chevrolet Colorado, Dodge Dakota, Toyota Tacoma
Model Highlights Simple, easy-to-use controls Available 261-hp V6 with 16 mpg city/20 mpg hwy 6-speed manual or 5-speed automatic transmission Strong braking performance