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Nissan Frontier I King Cab (D22, facelift 2000) Desert Runner 3.3 V6 (210 Hp) 4x4 Automatic
Overall Rating
Nissan Frontier:
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I King Cab (D22, facelift 2000) Overview:
Nissan Frontier (I King Cab (D22, facelift 2000)). With 334 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. A vehicle with an open cargo bed at the back, suitable for transporting goods. Seating for 4 makes it ideal for daily use.
Desert Runner 3.3 V6 (210 Hp) 4x4 Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The supercharged V6 provides a noticeable boost in power, making it more responsive and capable for spirited driving.
Fuel Economy
Expect even lower fuel economy than the naturally aspirated V6 due to higher power output and automatic transmission.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Robust and reliable powertrains (especially V6)
- • Strong off-road capability in 4x4 trims
- • Practical and durable interior for work
- • Good towing capacity for its class
- • Affordable used market price
Cons:
- • Poor fuel economy, particularly with V6 engines
- • Basic interior comfort and features
- • Outdated safety technology by modern standards
- • Limited rear passenger space in King Cab
- • Can feel underpowered with the 2.4L engine
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(I King Cab (D22, facelift 2000): 2000 - 2004).
| General: | |
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| Brand: | Nissan |
| Model: | Frontier |
| Generation: | I King Cab (D22, facelift 2000) |
| Modification (Engine): | Desert Runner 3.3 V6 (210 Hp) 4x4 Automatic |
| Start of production: | 2001 |
| End of production: | 2004 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Pick-up |
| Seats: | 4 |
| Doors: | 2 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 210 Hp @ 4800 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 64.1 Hp/l [Same length.] |
| Torque: | 334 Nm |
| Engine Model/Code: | VG33ER More details about the engine VG33ER |
| Engine displacement: | 3275 |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Engine aspiration: | Supercharger, Intercooler |
| Valvetrain: | SOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 3.3 l |
| Coolant: | 11 l |
| Cylinder Bore: | 91.5 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 83 mm mm |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 1588 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 73.4 l |
| Permitted towbar download: | 159 kg |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4999 mm mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 1664-1808 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1694 mm mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 2950 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1525 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1507 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Number of gears | 4 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Tires size | 265/70 R15; 265/70 R16; 265/55 R17 |
| Wheel rims size | 7.0J x 15; 7.0J x 16; 8.0J x 17 |
| Front suspension | Double wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Leaf spring |
Every driver has a story. What’s yours with the Nissan Frontier?