The four-cylinder is fine for the commuter who occasionally needs a pickup, but it's ill-suited to heavier duty. Compared to full-size trucks, there's more plastic and less substantial feel--but the Frontier is less expensive, too. Units Affected 1319 Motor Trend's 2004 Truck of the Year soiree hosted the products of unbridled optimism par for the times. Recall Date 2014-02-12 Description Nissan North America, Inc. Both 4x2 rear-wheel drive and 4x4 drivelines are available as well.
Crew Cab models get a standard manual sliding rear window except for base S models , and a range of interior technology and equipment upgrades improve the cabin experience for 2014. The compact pickup segment has shrunk severely over the last decade, with few truly compact pickups left. What We Think Our long-term was well-respected and often used by the editors. One of our longtime top picks in the midsize truck segment, the Nissan Frontier offers gutsy, potent capability with the optional V-6 engine. From basic commuting to hobbyists and tradespeople to the off-road enthusiast, the Frontier offers a bit of something for almost everyone. In 4x2 guise, four-cylinder models offer a choice of five-speed manual transmission or five-speed automatic; V-6 models can choose between a six-speed manual or five-speed automatic. Frontier S models are the workhorses of the range, minimally equipped though upgraded for 2014 as noted above.
Stepping up to the 261-hp 4. Function-first design dominates the Frontier's lines, inside and out. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261. Despite the lack of comprehensive official scores for the current model, the Frontier remains our top pick in this category for its strong history and solid list of standard safety equipment. Earlier this year at the 2014 Chicago auto… Nissan showed a Frontier concept and introduced two more trims for the Versa Note hatchback at the 2014 Chicago auto show. Bluetooth phone and audio is standard on S models; navigation enhancements including smartphone integration and improved voice recognition; and NissanConnect Apps functionality. The Frontier manages to combine competency with a small footprint, making it easy to use and versatile.
Nissan is recalling certain model year 2012 through 2014 Frontier vehicles manufactured from November 28, 2012, through December 17, 2013. The Frontier is showing its age, however, having seen only minimal updates since 2005. A backup camera and sonar parking sensors are available as part of the Value Truck Package, and hands-free Bluetooth phone connectivity is now standard on all models, including the base Frontier S. New for 2014 New standard features include Bluetooth cell phone connectivity, manual air conditioning, cruise control, steering wheel audio controls, a front sunglasses holder and an upgraded stereo. The Nissan Titan, the brand's founding full-size pickup, was present and still is largely the same as when it debuted. Improvements for the 2014 model year help recalibrate its comfort and convenience, but the style remains the same.
Its current small truck, the Frontier, is available with a choice of four-cylinder or V-6 power, and rear- and four-wheel-drive versions are offered. With four doors and good rear seat space, the Crew Cab is the clear choice for Frontier shoppers who need to transport more than two people regularly. Two cabs are offered, the King Cab and the Crew Cab. Several updates for the 2014 model year help freshen the Frontier driving experience. Because it's barely up to the task, gas mileage isn't much better than the V-6, either--it maxes out at 19 mpg city and 23 mpg highway. New for 2014 New standard features include Bluetooth cell phone connectivity, manual air conditioning, cruise control, steering wheel audio controls, a front sunglasses holder and an upgraded stereo.
Owners may contact Nissan at 1-800-647-7261. Both 4x2 and 4x4 drive options are also available, but 4x4 only comes with the V-6 engine. With seating for four or five depending on the cab style, the Frontier competes with the Toyota Tacoma and Honda Ridgeline. Like any good mid-size truck, the Nissan Frontier is a dual-duty vehicle: it's about as likely to handle a commute or a weekend at the beach as it is to handle a load of concrete or a heavy trailer. Both 4x2 and 4x4 drive options are available, though 4x4 is limited to V-6-powered models.
The V-6 Frontiers are rated for up to 6,500 pounds of towing capacity when appropriately configured. Those figures make the Frontier more efficient than the Titan, but then the Titan is one of the thirstiest pickups on the road. As with most pickups, especially shorter-wheelbase models, the Frontier's ride can get choppy when the road--paved or unpaved--turns rough. Nissan is recalling certain model year 2014 Frontier Crew Cab vehicles manufactured June 11, 2014 to June 26, 2014. The Ford Ranger is gone.
It's easy to enter and exit thanks to its slightly lower-than-full-size height, and the front seats are supportive and comfortable upright. Remedy Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the seat belt anchor attachment and repair it if necessary, free of charge. Show full review Vehicle Overview Nissan has the longest history in the U. An available Utili-Track cargo tie-down system is very handy for those regularly hauling weekend projects or outdoor gear. Its current small truck, the Frontier, is available with a choice of four-cylinder or V-6 power, and rear- and four-wheel-drive versions are offered. The four-cylinder base model offers an economy-car-like 152 horsepower from its 2.