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    Nissan Cars: 2012 Nissan Frontier

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Nissan Frontier Model Highlights


Nissan Frontier Pros
The Nissan Frontier is a capable, but moderately sized alternative to full-size trucks. It's smaller size can provide better off-road as well as parking lot capability, and its V6 engine is one of the most powerful in its class. The truck also stands out for its unique Utili-Track system and plentiful interior storage bins. Towing ability is not bad for its size-- properly equipped, the Frontier is rated to tow up to 6,500 pounds.

Nissan Frontier Model Highlights
The mid-size 2011 Nissan Frontier pickup comes in two cab styles-King Cab and Crew Cab. The King Cab has smaller, rear-hinged rear doors and the Crew Cab has full-size, front-hinged rear doors and a larger rear-seat area. The King Cab is available in a single bed length, while the Crew Cab is available in standard bed and long bed versions. The Frontier shares its basic layout, including the suspension and other components with the larger Titan pickup. This setup includes a double-wishbone front setup with a solid-axle and leaf springs at the rear. The base S and SV Frontier King Cab rear-wheel drive trucks feature a 152-horsepower, 2.5L 4-cylinder engine. All other Frontiers are powered by a 4.0L V6 engine, making 261 horsepower and 281 lb-feet of torque. This predominantly aluminum, double-overhead-cam engine utilizes continuously variable valve timing, variable induction and a number of technologies to ensure smooth operation and efficiency. Four-cylinder models have a 5-speed manual transmission standard, while V6 models get 6-speed versions. A 5-speed automatic is available on both. On V6 models, a 4-wheel-drive system is available which features electronically controlled shift-on-the-fly engagement and a low range. The 4-wheel drive models also bring a 4-wheel limited-slip system. Hill Descent Control is a system intended to help maintain a steady, slow speed while descending especially steep slopes, while Hill Start Assist allows a smooth, controlled start on a steep incline without roll-back. Both features are standard on all 4-wheel drive models and an automatic transmission. The top-of-the-line SL includes the V6 engine and 5-speed automatic transmission, as well as additional features such as 18-inch aluminum wheels, fog lights, 8-way adjustable power driver's seat and side step rails. For the off-road enthusiast, Nissan offers the PRO-4X edition, which is available in both the King Cab and Crew Cab SV V6-equipped Frontiers with either rear-wheel or 4-wheel drive. The package brings Bilstein performance shocks, an electronic-locking rear differential and anti-lock-brake-controlled limited slip. The PRO-4X also includes additional skid plates and 16-inch off-road tires. The Frontier has several innovative storage options, including storage boxes under the rear seats, a large center console, a dual-compartment glove box and several power points. The Utili-Track system, which brings removable utility tie-down cleats and secure attaching channels, is available and especially useful for securing heavy cargo that doesn't take up the entire bed. Front-seat side air bags are standard, as are side-curtain air bags that cover front and rear occupants and stability control is standard on V6 models.

Nissan Frontier Model News
The Frontier's trims changed names, but the equipment levels are about the same. The XE is now known as the "S", and the SE is now the "SV", which, for 2011, comes with alloy wheels standard. The "LE" trim is now known as the "SL". The manual transmission is no longer available with the long-wheelbase crew cab, but becomes available for the 4-wheel drive short-wheelbase crew cab PRO-4X trim.

Nissan Frontier Value Writeup
Utility and cargo versatility; PRO-4X off-road model; V6 power; towing ability.

Nissan Frontier Exterior

  • (4) full-size doors
  • 18" alloy wheels
  • Auto on/off headlamps
  • Bed rail caps
  • Body-color side molding
  • Cargo lamp
  • Chrome door handles
  • Chrome front bumper
  • Chrome front grille
  • Chrome pwr heated outside mirrors
  • Chrome rear bumper
  • Detachable tailgate w/lock
  • Factory-applied spray-on bedliner
  • Fog lamps
  • Full size spare tire w/alloy wheel
  • Manual sliding rear window
  • P265/60R18 all-season tires
  • Privacy glass
  • Roof rack w/cross bars
  • Tinted UV-reducing solar glass
  • Tubular step rails
  • Utili-Track channel system w/(4) tie-down cleats
  • Variable intermittent windshield wipers

Nissan Frontier Safety

  • 3-point seat belts for all seating positions
  • 4-wheel anti-lock braking system (ABS)
  • Active brake limited slip (ABLS)
  • Child safety rear door locks
  • Driver & front passenger dual-stage airbags w/occupant sensor
  • Electronic Brake force Distribution (EBD)
  • First aid kit
  • Front seat belts w/pretensioners, load limiters, adjustable upper anchors
  • Front seat-mounted side impact airbags
  • Front/rear roof-mounted curtain side impact airbags
  • Lower anchors & tethers for children (LATCH)
  • Side door guard beams
  • Tire pressure monitoring system
  • Vehicle dynamic control (VDC)
   

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Nissan Frontier Transmission
Clutch Size (in) 
DrivetrainRear Wheel Drive
Fifth Gear Ratio (:1)0.83
First Gear Ratio (:1)3.84
Fourth Gear Ratio (:1)1.00
Reverse Ratio (:1)2.76
Second Gear Ratio (:1)2.35
Sixth Gear Ratio (:1) 
Third Gear Ratio (:1)1.52
Trans Description Cont.Automatic
Trans Description Cont. Again 
Trans Order Code 
Trans Power Take Off 
Trans PTO Access 
Trans Type5
Transfer Case Gear Ratio (:1), High 
Transfer Case Gear Ratio (:1), Low 
Transfer Case Model 
Transfer Case Power Take Off 

Nissan Frontier Weight Information
Curb Weight - Front (lbs)2415
Curb Weight - Rear (lbs)2058
Gross Axle Wt Rating - Front (lbs)3296
Gross Axle Wt Rating - Rear (lbs)3324
Gross Combined Wt Rating (lbs)11113
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating Cap (lbs)5730

Nissan Frontier Cooling System
Total Cooling System Capacity (qts)10.8

Nissan Frontier Engine
Displacement4.0L/241
Engine Oil Cooler 
Engine Order Code 
Engine TypeGas V6
Fuel SystemElectronic Fuel Injection
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM261 @ 5600
SAE Net Torque @ RPM281 @ 4000

Nissan Frontier Suspension
Axle Capacity - Front (lbs)- TBD -
Axle Capacity - Rear (lbs)- TBD -
Axle Ratio (:1) - Front 
Axle Ratio (:1) - Rear3.13
Axle Type - Front 
Axle Type - RearC200
Shock Absorber Diameter - Front (mm)- TBD -
Shock Absorber Diameter - Rear (mm)- TBD -
Spring Capacity - Front (lbs)- TBD -
Spring Capacity - Rear (lbs)- TBD -
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Front (in)1.34
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Rear (in) 
Suspension Type - FrontDouble Wishbone
Suspension Type - RearMulti-Leaf

Nissan Frontier Electrical
Cold Cranking Amps @ 0? F (2nd) 
Cold Cranking Amps @ 0? F (Primary)550
Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps)130
Maximum Alternator Watts- TBD -

Nissan Frontier Brakes
Brake ABS System4-Wheel
Brake ABS System (Second Line) 
Brake TypePwr
Disc - Front (Yes or )Yes
Disc - Rear (Yes or )Yes
Drum - Rear (Yes or ) 
Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in)11.7 x 1.1
Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in)11.3 x 0.7
Rear Drum Diam x Width (in) 

Nissan Frontier Mileage
EPA Fuel Economy Est - City (MPG)15
EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy (MPG)20
Fuel Economy Est-Combined (MPG)17
  

Nissan Frontier Warranty

Basic:3 Years/36,000 Miles/km Corrosion:5 Years/Unlimited Miles/km Emissions:3 Years/7 Years/36,000 Miles/km/50,000 Miles/km/70,000 Miles/km



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