What types of RVs will work with my Maxima?

With your 800 lbs safe towing capacity, you're looking at a great selection of travel trailers, fifth wheels, toy haulers, and pop-up campers. We've put together a list of compatible RVs on our site — take a look and see what catches your eye.

2010 Nissan Maxima S Towing Capacity

Q: How much can I actually tow with my 2010 Nissan Maxima S?

Your 2010 Nissan Maxima S can tow up to 1,000 lbs according to the manufacturer. But here's our advice: stay around 80% of that (about 800 lbs) for a much better towing experience. You'll have room for hills, headwinds, and those unexpected moments on the road.

Q: What about payload — how much stuff can I put in the truck?

You've got 0 lbs of payload capacity. That's everything that goes IN your truck: passengers, camping gear, coolers, and don't forget — the tongue weight from your trailer counts too. It adds up faster than you'd think!

Q: What kind of hitch do I need for my Maxima?

For your 1,000 lbs towing capacity, you'll want a Class II hitch. Make sure whatever hitch you buy is rated for the weight you're actually planning to tow — not just the minimum.

3.5L V6 • 290 HP • 261 lb-ft

(4-Door) • FWD

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Max Towing

1,000 lbs

Class II Hitch

GCWR

5,698 lbs

Truck + Trailer Max

0 lbs

Payload

261 lb-ft

Torque

premium unleaded (recommended)

Fuel Type

4,698 lbs

GVWR

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Fuel Economy

EPA 19/26/22

Light Tow 15.6 mpg

Heavy Tow 11.4 mpg

~416 mi

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Light Duty Towing Class

At 1,000 lbs, you'll want to stick with lighter trailers. We always recommend staying around 80% of your max (that's 800 lbs for you) — it's easier on your truck and gives you a safety buffer for hills and headwinds.

What Real Owners Get

We pulled data from 51 actual Maxima owners — they're averaging 20.8 mpg day-to-day. Once you hook up a trailer, expect somewhere between 11.4-15.6 mpg depending on what you're pulling.

Budget Your Trip

Let's say you're planning a 500-mile trip while towing. At 11.4 mpg, you're looking at roughly $140 in fuel. That works out to about $28 per 100 miles — handy to know when you're planning adventures.

RVs That Fit Your Truck

These all fall within your safe towing range of 800 lbs (we use 80% of max to give you breathing room)

Use the tow calculator to find RVs that match your towing capacity.

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Recommended Towing Gear

Equipment recommended for 1,000 lbs towing capacity

Class II Hitch

Rated for up to 1,000 lbs

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Brake Controller

Required for trailers over 3,000 lbs

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Towing Mirrors

Extended visibility for safe towing

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Specifications

Max Towing Capacity 1,000 lbs

Max Payload 0 lbs

GVWR 4,698 lbs

GCWR 5,698 lbs

Curb Weight 3,540 lbs

Hitch Class Class II

Cargo Capacity 14 cu ft

Engine 3.5L

Horsepower 290 HP @ 6400 rpm

Torque 261 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm

Transmission continuously variable-speed automatic

Drive Type Front Wheel Drive

Fuel Type Premium unleaded (recommended)

Fuel Tank 20.0 gallons

Length 190.6"

Width 73.2"

Height 57.8"

Other 2010 Nissan Maxima Configurations

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Configuration	Max Towing	MPG
2012 Nissan Maxima S FWD	1,000 lbs	20.6 mpg	→
2012 Nissan Maxima SV FWD	1,000 lbs	20.6 mpg	→
2011 Nissan Maxima SV FWD	1,000 lbs	20.7 mpg	→
2011 Nissan Maxima S FWD	1,000 lbs	20.7 mpg	→
2010 Nissan Maxima SV FWD	1,000 lbs	20.8 mpg	→

Common Questions

How much can I actually tow with my 2010 Nissan Maxima S?

Your 2010 Nissan Maxima S can tow up to 1,000 lbs according to the manufacturer. But here's our advice: stay around 80% of that (about 800 lbs) for a much better towing experience. You'll have room for hills, headwinds, and those unexpected moments on the road.

What about payload — how much stuff can I put in the truck?

You've got 0 lbs of payload capacity. That's everything that goes IN your truck: passengers, camping gear, coolers, and don't forget — the tongue weight from your trailer counts too. It adds up faster than you'd think!

What kind of hitch do I need?

For your 1,000 lbs towing capacity, you'll want a Class II hitch. Make sure whatever hitch you buy is rated for the weight you're actually planning to tow — not just the minimum. A little overkill on the hitch is always better than not enough.

What types of RVs will work with my truck?

With your 800 lbs safe towing capacity, you're looking at pop-up campers and smaller travel trailers. We've put together a list of compatible RVs above — take a look and see what catches your eye.

What does GVWR mean and why should I care?

GVWR stands for Gross Vehicle Weight Rating — yours is 4,698 lbs. Think of it as the maximum your truck can weigh when it's fully loaded with people, gear, fuel, everything. Exceed it and you're putting extra stress on your brakes, suspension, and tires. Not worth the risk.

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