From being a hard laborer's trusty vehicle, the pickup truck image has evolved to be a modern sport and adventure icon that entices even the richest and pickiest car buyers. In the US alone, there were over 3 million units of pickups sold throughout 2019; and the numbers just keep on rising.

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The all-American brand, Ford, continues to dominate the sales charts along with other brands like GMC and Chevrolet. Japanese pickup trucks, however, have managed to latch on to people's taste and are making even better vehicles every year.

Toyota is arguably the most famous brand from the country. But other automobile manufacturers like Nissan and Honda are also capable of creating equally great pickup trucks that boast power and dependability. Here are just some of the most powerful trucks among the Japanese pack.

10 2019 Nissan Frontier - 278 HP

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The Nissan Frontier looks far from the midget pickup that it was once when it first came out. Thanks to the company's consistent efforts and affordable pricing, the company's efforts shipped the Frontier to recognition as one of the fastest new 4x4 pickups.

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The 2019 model has had very few changes made to its interior, but it did get a powerful 4.0-liter V6 engine producing 278 horsepower, aside from the regular 2.5-liter inline-four. US News and World Reports note that both the 2019 and 2020 model years offer comfortable seats, but only the 2019 model is commended for its off-road capability.

9 2021 Toyota Tacoma - 278 HP

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There are many reasons to buy a pickup but the more reasons to pick out a 2021 Tacoma. Even though Japan has had a reputation for making some of the most absurd-looking vehicles, even the first generation of the Tacoma was nothing short of desirable, both for its design, performance, and price.

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The 2021 Tacoma comes with two engine options namely a 2.7-liter four-cylinder and a 3.5 -liter V6 engine. The latter powers this pickup with 278 hp. And if you need more reasons why to pick this pickup, just ask some of the celebs who drive Japanese pickups.

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8 2021 Honda Ridgeline - 280 HP

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Although the Honda Ridgeline was once an embarrassing truck thanks to the 2006 model, it didn't take long for the brand to get back up on its feet and make one of the most luxurious trucks out there.

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The 2020 model continues to be one of the best midsize pickups in the market. But people are already excited for the 2021 model that's supposed to arrive early this year. This is expected to have a 3.5-liter V6 engine paired with a nine-speed AT and produces up to 280 hp.

7 2019 Toyota Tundra - 310 HP

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The Tundra lineup is one of the most famous models from Toyota's vast offering. It's not only one of the most competitive trucks in the US market in terms of capability, it also comes with a lot of hype. But while everyone is already looking forward to the newest 2021 and 2022 model, a lot of people overlooked one of the most powerful ones Toyota has ever made: the 2019 Tundra.

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The 2019 Tundra comes with powerful engine options which include a base 4.6-liter V8 and an optional 5.7-liter V8. It generated considerably high ratings from automobile review sites like Cars.com and US News & World Report which is more than enough to vouch for this truck's dependability.

6 2020 Nissan Frontier - 310 HP

One of the many reasons why people buy Japanese pickup trucks is because of their considerably lower price if compared to competing pickups from other countries. But just because they're more affordable, doesn't mean they're any less dependable or less capable.

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The 2020 Nissan Frontier, for example, is one of the most reliable trucks that can compete even with your fave American pickups. From the previous year's 152 hp inline 4-cylinder power mill, the 2020 Frontier now carries a generously-powered direct-injection V6 engine that generates up to 310 hp. Another good news that this will be the last model of the Frontier's current generation, and we can expect some major changes for the pickup soon.

5 2021 Toyota Tundra - 381 HP

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Many argue as to which Toyota Tundra year is the best. Though most Toyotas don't typically fail their owners, the question may be subjective to the buyer's preferences. For example, if you want a high-powered Toyota and you have the cash for a new unit, the 2021 Toyota Tundra is powerful as it is bulky.

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The 2021 Toyota Tundra weighs about half a ton, so it only makes sense that it comes with a 5.7-liter V8 engine. This powers the 2021 Tundra with 381 hp and 401 lb-ft of torque.

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4 2019 Nissan Titan - 390 HP

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No single pickup is meant for every driver in the world. But if you're looking for a truck to give you a comfortable ride while hauling your stuff with its 390 hp, then the 2019 Nissan Titan might just be the right fit for you.

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This massive pickup first rushed into stores with a $31,800 price tag for the base model and a $35,000 for the 4WD ones. The hefty hp is further aided by an even greater torque reaching up to 394 lb-ft. It comes in several body styles including a crew cab, a single cab, and a king cab.

3 2019 Nissan Titan XD - 390 HP

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In retrospect, there isn't much difference between the Titan and Titan XD series from Nissan. But if you're willing to spend on a bigger truck, a bigger footbed, and better payload, the 2019 Nissan Titan XD is a pickup you definitely need to see.

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Under the hood is a Cummins® 5.0-liter V8 Turbo Diesel or a Nissan 5.6-liter V8 engine with the latter capable of giving up to 390 hp and 394 lb-ft of torque. If you're looking to get one of these, it's best to prepare $32,000 to $39,000.

2 2021 Nissan Titan - 400 HP

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They say that newer cars are better than older ones. But while this isn't always true, the 2021 Nissan Titan is definitely serving more power than most of its predecessors.

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With a cheaper MSRP compared to last year's model, the 2021 model carries a 5.6 L DOHC V8 power mill that powers the Titan with 400 hp and 413 lb-ft of torque. This makes it one of the most powerful pickups ever made.

It also comes with hefty features including a rear cross-traffic alert, pedestrian detection, and an automatic rear brake ng system. The 2021 Titan received an overall score of 6.5 out of 10 rating from Car and Driver.

1 2021 Nissan Titan XD - 400 HP

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If the Nissan Titan is getting a revamp, it's best to expect that the Titan XD won't be late for the same makeover. It was in the last months of last year when Nissan USA announced the pricing for the Titan XD.

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From a price tag of $44,580 for the base model, the base 2021 Titan XD leaped a few hundred dollars to $45,030. It comes ready to drive with a 5.6-liter V8 power mill that delivers up to 400 hp and 413 lb-ft of torque.

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