2021 Nissan Frontier

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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]

Nissan Frontier

CG Says: The 2021 Nissan Frontier is unchanged in anticipation of a redesigned truck for 2022. 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. A 310-hp 3.8-liter V6 paired with a 9-speed automatic transmission is the sole powertrain. The Ford Ranger, Chevrolet Colorado, GMC Canyon, and Toyota Tacoma easily trump the long-running Frontier simply by the virtue of being newer 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.

Nissan Frontier

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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: $28,185 S Crew Cab: $29,295 4WD SV Crew Cab, long bed: $33,805 4WD PRO-4X Crew Cab, short bed: $38,885

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Base Engine 3.8-liter V6

Horsepower 310

Std. Transmission 9-speed automatic

Avail. Transmission NA

EPA City Range (mpg) 17-18

EPA Hwy Range (mpg) 23-24

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Current Nissan Frontier review

Consumer Guide Car Stuff Podcast, Episode 74; 2022 Nissan Frontier, Microchip Shortage

Consumer Guide Car Stuff Podcast, Episode 67; New Car Affordability, 2022 Nissan Pathfinder and Frontier

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(5 is the highest rating)

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