Nissan Frontier I King Cab Long (D22, facelift 2000) 2.4 (143 Hp) Automatic


Overall Rating

7.5 / 10
Safety N/A / 5
Not Rated
Engine 3.8 / 5
Value 4.0 / 5
Performance 3.5 / 5
Comfort 3.0 / 5
People\'s Opinion N/A / 5
Not Rated

Nissan Frontier:

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I King Cab Long (D22, facelift 2000) Overview:

Nissan Frontier (I King Cab Long (D22, facelift 2000)). 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:

Rating 3 stars

Performance Verdict

Similar to the manual 2.4, but the automatic transmission can make it feel less responsive and slightly slower, especially when accelerating from a stop.

Fuel Economy

Slightly worse fuel economy than the manual 2.4 due to the automatic transmission, but still better than the V6 options.

Best Use Case: Light utility, city driving, and for drivers who prefer the convenience of an automatic transmission for daily commutes.

Pros and Cons:

Pros:

  • • Robust and reliable build quality
  • • Good off-road capability, especially with 4x4 and Desert Runner trims
  • • Practical utility and cargo capacity
  • • Choice of capable V6 or economical 4-cylinder engines
  • • Strong value proposition in the used market

Cons:

  • • Dated interior design and materials
  • • Poor fuel economy, particularly with V6 engines
  • • Stiff ride quality typical of older pickups
  • • Limited modern safety features
  • • Can feel underpowered with the 2.4L engine under heavy loads

Specifications:

Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(I King Cab (D22, facelift 2000): 2001 - 2004).

General:
Brand:Nissan
Model:Frontier
Generation:I King Cab Long (D22, facelift 2000)
Modification (Engine):2.4 (143 Hp) Automatic
Start of production:2002
End of production:2004
Powertrain Architecture:Internal Combustion engine
Body type:Pick-up
Seats:4
Doors:2
Engine:
Power:143 Hp Same horsepower
Power per litre:59.9 Hp/l [154mm more]
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
Engine aspiration:Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain:DOHC
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)
Size:
Length:5153 mm mm [154mm more]
Width:1808 mm mm [144mm more]
Height:1605 mm mm [89mm less]
Wheelbase:2950 mm mm [Same wheelbase.]
Front track:1395 mm
Rear (Back) track:1390 mm
Powertrain:
Drivetrain ArchitectureThe Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle.
Drive wheelRear wheel drive
Number of gears4
Transmission typeAutomatic
Front brakesVentilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.]
Rear brakesDrum [bad for performance and cooling.]
Assisting systemsABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Tires size225/70 R15; 225/70 R15; 255/65 R16; 265/55 R17
Wheel rims size6.0J x 15; 7.0J x 15; 7.0J x 16; 7.0J x 17
Front suspensionDouble wishbone
Rear suspensionLeaf spring

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