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Nissan Frontier I Regular Cab (D22, facelift 2000) 2.4 (143 Hp) Automatic
Overall Rating
Nissan Frontier:
The Nissan Frontier is a nameplate used on three different pickup truck models by Nissan:....(Read more on Wikipedia)
I Regular Cab (D22, facelift 2000) Overview:
Nissan Frontier (I Regular 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 2 makes it ideal for daily use.
2.4 (143 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Paired with an automatic transmission, the 2.4L engine's performance is slightly dulled compared to the manual, making it more suited for relaxed driving and less demanding tasks. Acceleration will be leisurely.
Fuel Economy
Fuel efficiency will be slightly lower than the manual version due to the automatic transmission's inherent losses. It remains acceptable for its class but won't be a standout for economy.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Excellent engine reliability (KA24DE)
- • Durable and robust build quality
- • Affordable to purchase and maintain
- • Practical for light-duty hauling and utility
- • Simple, straightforward mechanics
Cons:
- • Modest performance, especially with automatic
- • Basic interior and limited comfort features
- • Average fuel economy by modern standards
- • Lack of advanced safety features
- • Can be noisy at highway speeds
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(I King Cab (D22): 1999 - 2000).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Nissan |
| Model: | Frontier |
| Generation: | I Regular 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: | 2-3 |
| Doors: | 2 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 143 Hp @ 5200 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 59.9 Hp/l [282mm less] |
| 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: | 4699 mm mm [282mm less] |
| Width: | 1720 mm mm [31mm more] |
| Height: | 1613 mm mm [23mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2648 mm mm [1mm less] |
| 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 |
Every driver has a story. What’s yours with the Nissan Frontier?