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Nissan Frontier I King Cab Long (D22, facelift 2000) 2.4 (143 Hp)
Overall Rating
7.5 / 10
Nissan Frontier:
The Nissan Frontier is a nameplate used on three different pickup truck models by Nissan:....(Read more on Wikipedia)
I King Cab Long (D22, facelift 2000) Overview:
Nissan Frontier (I King Cab Long (D22, facelift 2000)). Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. A vehicle with an open cargo bed at the back, suitable for transporting goods. Seating for 4 makes it ideal for daily use.
2.4 (143 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
An economical entry-level engine, suitable for light duties and city driving. It may feel underpowered with heavy loads or on highways.
Fuel Economy
Offers the best fuel economy in the lineup, making it a more budget-friendly option for daily use.
Best Use Case:
Light utility, city driving, budget-conscious buyers, and those prioritizing fuel efficiency over raw power.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Robust and reliable build quality
- • Good off-road capability, especially with 4x4 and Desert Runner trims
- • Practical utility and cargo capacity
- • Choice of capable V6 or economical 4-cylinder engines
- • Strong value proposition in the used market
Cons:
- • Dated interior design and materials
- • Poor fuel economy, particularly with V6 engines
- • Stiff ride quality typical of older pickups
- • Limited modern safety features
- • Can feel underpowered with the 2.4L engine under heavy loads
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(I King Cab (D22, facelift 2000): 2001 - 2004).
| General: | |
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| Brand: | Nissan |
| Model: | Frontier |
| Generation: | I King Cab Long (D22, facelift 2000) |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.4 (143 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2002 |
| End of production: | 2004 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Pick-up |
| Seats: | 4 |
| Doors: | 2 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 143 Hp Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 59.9 Hp/l [154mm more] |
| Engine Model/Code: | KA24DE More details about the engine KA24DE |
| Engine displacement: | 2389 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 3.5 l |
| Coolant: | 7.3 l |
| Cylinder Bore: | 89 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 96 mm mm |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Space: | |
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| Fuel tank capacity: | 60.2 l |
| Size: | |
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| Length: | 5153 mm mm [154mm more] |
| Width: | 1808 mm mm [144mm more] |
| Height: | 1605 mm mm [89mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2950 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1395 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1390 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Tires size | 225/70 R15; 225/70 R15; 255/65 R16; 265/55 R17 |
| Wheel rims size | 6.0J x 15; 7.0J x 15; 7.0J x 16; 7.0J x 17 |
| Front suspension | Double wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Leaf spring |
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