Nissan Frontier second generation
The Nissan Frontier second generation (2005–2021): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 26 versions in the United States and Canada.
Model codes: D40 · Sold in: United States and Canada
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | North America | Wikipedia |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,220–5,570 mm TC | 5,339–5,692 mm |
| Width | 1,850 mm TC | 1,854 mm |
| Height | 1,740–1,780 mm TC | 1,839 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,190–3,550 mm TC | 3,200–3,551 mm |
| Front track | 1,570 mm TC | – |
| Rear track | 1,570 mm TC | – |
| Weights and towing | ||
| Kerb weight | 1,712–2,154 kg TC | – |
NHTSA overall safety rating (US): 2017: ★★★★☆ · 2019–2021: ★★★★☆
Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: Transport Canada vehicle specifications, Wikipedia, NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Reliability and owner reports
Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)
2,341 complaints for model years 2005–2021. 64 crashes · 20 fires · 62 injuries · 3 deaths
- Transmission and drivetrain 822
- Fuel system 616
- Engine 518
- Airbags 204
- Electrical system 167
- Brakes 50
Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints
All 26 versions of the Nissan Frontier second generation
Show all 26 versions
United States 16 versions
Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Drive | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020–2021SIDI | 3.8 L | Petrol | 9-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 20 MPG (11.8 L/100 km) EPA | 277 g/km |
| 2020–2021SIDI | 3.8 L | Petrol | 9-speed automatic | Part-time four-wheel drive | 19 MPG (12.4 L/100 km) EPA | 291 g/km |
| 2005–2019 | 2.5 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Rear-wheel drive | 21 MPG (11.2 L/100 km) EPA | 263–268 g/km |
| 2013–2019 | 2.5 L | Petrol | 5-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 19 MPG (12.4 L/100 km) EPA | 285–290 g/km |
| 2005–2019 | 4.0 L | Petrol | 6-speed manual | Rear-wheel drive | 17–19 MPG (12.4–13.8 L/100 km) EPA | 297–325 g/km |
| 2013–2019 | 4.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 18–19 MPG (12.4–13.1 L/100 km) EPA | 297–306 g/km |
| 2017–2019FFV | 4.0 L | Flex fuel (E85) | 5-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 18 MPG (13.1 L/100 km) EPA | 307 g/km |
| 2016–2019 | 4.0 L | Petrol | 6-speed manual | Part-time four-wheel drive | 18 MPG (13.1 L/100 km) EPA | 307–315 g/km |
| 2017–2019FFV | 4.0 L | Flex fuel (E85) | 5-speed automatic | Part-time four-wheel drive | 17 MPG (13.8 L/100 km) EPA | 323–324 g/km |
| 2016–2019 | 4.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed automatic | Part-time four-wheel drive | 17 MPG (13.8 L/100 km) EPA | 319–323 g/km |
| 2010–2015 | 4.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed automatic | Four-wheel drive | 16–17 MPG (13.8–14.7 L/100 km) EPA | 320–345 g/km |
| 2010–2015 | 4.0 L | Petrol | 6-speed manual | Four-wheel drive | 17–18 MPG (13.1–13.8 L/100 km) EPA | 308–325 g/km |
| 2005–2012CLKUP | 2.5 L | Petrol | 5-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 19 MPG (12.4 L/100 km) EPA | 291 g/km |
| 2005–2012CLKUP | 4.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 16–17 MPG (13.8–14.7 L/100 km) EPA | 325–345 g/km |
| 2005–2009 | 4.0 L | Petrol | 6-speed manual | Four- or all-wheel drive | 17 MPG (13.8 L/100 km) EPA | 325 g/km |
| 2005–2009CLKUP | 4.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed automatic | Four- or all-wheel drive | 16 MPG (14.7 L/100 km) EPA | 345 g/km |
Canada 10 versions
Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020Pickup truck: Standard | 3.8 L | Petrol | 9-speed automatic | 11.6–12.2 L/100 km 5-cycle | 273–287 g/km |
| 2011–2019Pickup truck: Small | 2.5 L | Petrol | 5-speed automatic | 12.1–12.6 L/100 km 5-cycle | 283–290 g/km |
| 2009–2019Pickup truck: Small | 4.0 L | Petrol | 6-speed manual | 13.1–14.0 L/100 km 5-cycle | 301–322 g/km |
| 2008–2019Pickup truck: Small | 4.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed automatic | 12.7–14.7 L/100 km 5-cycle | 292–338 g/km |
| 2011–2018Pickup truck: Small | 2.5 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 11.2–11.4 L/100 km 5-cycle | 258–268 g/km |
| 2005–2010Pickup truck: Standard · Pickup truck: Small | 2.5 L | Petrol | 5-speed automatic | 12.7 L/100 km 5-cycle | 292 g/km |
| 2005–2010Pickup truck: Standard · Pickup truck: Small | 2.5 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 11.3 L/100 km 5-cycle | 260 g/km |
| 2007–2008Pickup truck: Standard · Pickup truck: Small | 4.0 L | Petrol | 6-speed manual | 13.7–14.0 L/100 km 5-cycle | 315–322 g/km |
| 2005–2007Pickup truck: Standard | 4.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed automatic | 14.3–15.0 L/100 km 5-cycle | 329–345 g/km |
| 2005–2006Pickup truck: Standard | 4.0 L | Petrol | 6-speed manual | 13.7–14.1 L/100 km 5-cycle | 315–324 g/km |
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Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.