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Nissan Frontier I King Cab (D22, facelift 2000) 2.4 (143 Hp) 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 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) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The automatic transmission further compromises the already modest performance of the 2.4L engine, making it feel sluggish.
Fuel Economy
Slightly worse fuel economy than the manual 2.4L, but still the most economical option in the lineup.
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- • Outdated safety technology by modern standards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) Automatic |
| 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: | 7.1 l |
| Cylinder Bore: | 89 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 96 mm mm |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 907 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 60.2 l |
| Permitted towbar download: | 91 kg |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| 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 | 4 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| 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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