Nissan Frontier I Regular Cab (D22) 2.4 (143 Hp)


Overall Rating

6.9 / 10
Safety N/A / 5
Not Rated
Engine 3.5 / 5
Value 3.5 / 5
Performance 3.0 / 5
Comfort 2.5 / 5
People\'s Opinion N/A / 5
Not Rated

Nissan Frontier:

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I Regular Cab (D22) Overview:

Nissan Frontier (I Regular Cab (D22)). With 209 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~11.7 l/100km). 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 2 makes it ideal for daily use.

2.4 (143 Hp) Verdict:

Rating 4 stars

Performance Verdict

With 143 Hp, this 2WD variant offers sufficient power for daily driving and light work, feeling slightly more sprightly due to less drivetrain loss compared to the 4WD.

Fuel Economy

At 10.6 l/100 km (combined), this 2WD version offers a noticeably better fuel economy, making it a more economical choice for urban and highway driving without the need for 4WD.

Best Use Case: City / Highway / Light utility

Pros and Cons:

Pros:

  • • Robust and reliable KA24DE engine
  • • Simple, utilitarian design for easy maintenance
  • • Good off-road capability in 4WD variants
  • • Strong value proposition as a used work truck

Cons:

  • • Dated interior and limited comfort features
  • • Fuel economy is not competitive by modern standards
  • • Lack of advanced safety features
  • • Performance can feel sluggish when fully loaded

Specifications:

General:
Brand:Nissan
Model:Frontier
Generation:I Regular Cab (D22)
Modification (Engine):2.4 (143 Hp)
Start of production:1998
End of production:2000
Powertrain Architecture:Internal Combustion engine
Body type:Pick-up
Seats:2-3
Doors:2
Engine:
Power:143 Hp @ 5200 rpm.
Power per litre:59.9 Hp/l
Torque:209 Nm @ 4000 rpm.
Engine Model/Code:KA24DE
Engine displacement:2389
Number of cylinders:4
Engine configuration:Inline
Number of valves per cylinder:4
Fuel injection system:Multi-port manifold injection
Engine aspiration:Naturally aspirated engine
Engine oil capacity:3.5 l
Coolant:9.2 l
Cylinder Bore:89 mm mm
Piston Stroke:96 mm mm
Performance:
Fuel Type:Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel consumption (economy) - urban:11.7 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban:9.8 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - combined:10.6 l/100 km
Space:
Max. weight:2127
Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%):1588 kg
Fuel tank capacity:60 l
Permitted towbar download:159 kg
Size:
Length:4681 mm mm
Width:1689 mm mm
Height:1588-1595 mm mm
Wheelbase:2649 mm mm
Front track:1395 mm
Rear (Back) track:1389 mm
Ride height (ground clearance):175 mm
Minimum turning circle (turning diameter):10.1 m
Powertrain:
Drivetrain ArchitectureThe Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle.
Drive wheelRear wheel drive
Number of gears5
Transmission typeManual
Tires size195/75 R14; 215/65 R15
Wheel rims size5.0J x 14; 6.0J x 15

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