Cons: Interior materials not as refined as class competitors; cramped, uncomfortable back seat in “King Cab” extended-cab models; tall step-in height on 4WD models[/vc_column_text][mk_divider style=”padding_space” margin_top=”10″ margin_bottom=”10″][vc_column_text]CG Says: The 2018 Nissan Frontier gains a standard rearview camera for all models. Base S models now have standard air conditioning, cruise control, Bluetooth connectivity, and Siri voice recognition. There is also a new Midnight Edition package with unique trim. Nissan’s compact pickup is available in “King Cab” extended cab and crew cab versions that seat five passengers. The extended cab has a 6-ft bed, while crew cabs offer both 5-ft and 6-ft beds. The base engine is a 2.5-liter four cylinder with 152 horsepower. A 261-hp 4.0-liter V6 is available on extended-cab trucks and is standard on crew cabs. The 4-cylinder can be ordered with a 5-speed manual transmission, while the V6 is available with a 6-speed manual. Both engines mate to a 5-speed automatic. The redesigned Chevrolet Colorado and GMC Canyon, and Toyota Tacoma easily trump the long-running Frontier simply by the virtue of being new designs. Still, Nissan’s compact pickup is laudable for its controlled handling, powerful V6, and off-road-oriented PRO-4X model. The interior offers easy-to-use controls but disappoints with too much plastic and too little rear-seat room, even in the Crew Cab. Check out the competition first, but the Frontier remains a decent choice for those who don’t need or want the bulk of a full-size pickup.[/vc_column_text][mk_divider style=”padding_space” margin_top=”10″ margin_bottom=”10″][mk_content_box heading=”The Facts”][mk_table el_class=”new-review-specs”]
| Class | Compact Pickup Truck |
| Body Style(s) | 2-door extended cab, 4-door crew cab |
| Passenger Count | 5 |
| Drive Wheels | rear-wheel drive, 4-wheel drive |
| Manufacturer | Nissan |
| Nation of Manufacture | USA |
| Base Prices | (only select models listed) S King Cab: $19,965 Desert Runner King Cab: $26,875 4WD SV Crew Cab, long bed: $33,355 4WD PRO-4X Crew Cab, short bed: $33,715 4WD SL Crew Cab, short bed: $37,375 |
| Base Engine 2.5-liter 4-cylinder (S, SV King Cab) |
| Horsepower 152 |
| Std. Transmission 5-speed manual |
| Avail. Transmission 5-speed automatic |
| EPA City Range (mpg) 17-19 |
| EPA Hwy Range (mpg) 22-23 |
| Optional Engine 4.0-liter V6 (Desert Runner, PRO-4X, S Crew Cab, SV Crew Cab, SL) |
| Horsepower 261 |
| Std. Transmission 6-speed manual |
| Avail. Transmission 5-speed automatic |
| EPA City Range (mpg) 15-16 |
| EPA Hwy Range (mpg) 21-22 |
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