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Nissan Frontier I King Cab (D22, facelift 2000) 2.4 (143 Hp)
Overall Rating
7.1 / 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 (D22, facelift 2000) Overview:
Nissan Frontier (I King Cab (D22, facelift 2000)). With 209 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. 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
Adequate for basic transportation and light loads, but struggles with heavy hauling or highway passing.
Fuel Economy
Better fuel economy than the V6s, but still not class-leading for a 4-cylinder truck of its size.
Best Use Case:
City driving, light utility work, and for budget-conscious buyers with minimal towing needs.
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- • Outdated safety technology by modern standards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): 1999 - 2000).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Nissan |
| Model: | Frontier |
| Generation: | I King Cab (D22, facelift 2000) |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.4 (143 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2000 |
| End of production: | 2004 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Pick-up |
| Seats: | 4 |
| Doors: | 2 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 143 Hp @ 5200 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 59.9 Hp/l [18mm more] |
| Torque: | 209 Nm @ 4000 rpm. |
| 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 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| 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: | |
|---|---|
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 1588 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 60.2 l |
| Size: | |
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| Length: | 4999 mm mm [18mm more] |
| Width: | 1664-1808 mm mm [25mm less] |
| Height: | 1605 mm mm [15mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2950 mm mm [301mm more] |
| 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.] |
| Tires size | 225/70 R15; 265/70 R15; 255/65 R16; 265/55 R17 |
| Wheel rims size | 6.0J x 15; 7.0J x 15; 7.0J x 16; 8.0J x 17 |
| Front suspension | Double wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Leaf spring |
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