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Nissan Frontier III Crew Cab Long 3.8 V6 (310 Hp) 4x2 Automatic
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Nissan Frontier:
The Nissan Frontier is a nameplate used on three different pickup truck models by Nissan:....(Read more on Wikipedia)
III Crew Cab Long Overview:
Nissan Frontier (III Crew Cab Long). With 381 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. At around 2074 kg, it’s on the heavier side. 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 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
3.8 V6 (310 Hp) 4x2 Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers the same robust 3.8L V6 power as the 4x4, providing excellent performance for daily driving and light-to-moderate towing tasks without the added weight of 4x4.
Fuel Economy
With a combined fuel economy of 11.8 l/100 km, this 4x2 variant offers a slight improvement over the 4x4, making it a more economical choice for urban and highway driving.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Powerful and reliable 3.8L V6 engine
- • Strong towing and hauling capabilities
- • Rugged and capable off-road (4x4 models)
- • Modernized interior and technology compared to predecessor
- • Competitive pricing in the mid-size truck segment
Cons:
- • Fuel economy is average for the class
- • Ride quality can be firm, typical for a body-on-frame truck
- • Interior materials, while improved, may not match some rivals
- • Limited advanced driver-assistance features on base trims
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(III King Cab (facelift 2024): August, 2024 - ).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Nissan |
| Model: | Frontier |
| Generation: | III Crew Cab Long |
| Modification (Engine): | 3.8 V6 (310 Hp) 4x2 Automatic |
| Start of production: | February, 2021 |
| End of production: | August, 2024 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Pick-up |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 310 Hp @ 6400 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 81.6 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 381 Nm @ 4400 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | VQ38DD [Same engine] More details about the engine VQ38DD |
| Engine displacement: | 3799 |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 5 l |
| Coolant: | 12 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 95.5 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 88.4 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 11:1 |
| Maximum engine speed: | 6600 rpm. |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 13.1 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 9.8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 11.8 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Tier 2-Bin5/LEV2-LEV |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 6.7 kg/Hp, 149.5 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 5.4 kg/Nm, 183.7 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 2074 |
| Max. weight: | 2727 |
| Max load: | 653 |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 2930 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 79 l |
| Permitted towbar download: | 293 kg |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Ramp-over (brakeover) angle: | 19.2° |
| Length: | 5692 mm mm [354mm more] |
| Width: | 1854 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1819 mm mm [5mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 3551 mm mm [351mm more] |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 229 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 14.3 m [above average] |
| Approach angle: | 29.4° |
| Departure angle: | 21.6° |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 9 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs, 297x28 mm [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs, 287x18 mm [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 265/65 R17 |
| Wheel rims size | 17 |
| Front suspension | Double wishbone, Transverse stabilizer |
| Rear suspension | Rigid axle suspension, Transverse stabilizer, Leaf spring |
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