Nissan Frontier I Regular Cab (D22) 2.4 (143 Hp) 4WD
People\'s Opinion
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Nissan Frontier:
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I Regular Cab (D22) Overview:
Nissan Frontier (I Regular Cab (D22)). With 209 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. A vehicle with an open cargo bed at the back, suitable for transporting goods. Seating for 2 makes it ideal for daily use.
Performance Verdict
The 143 Hp KA24DE engine provides adequate power for a compact 4WD pickup of its time, suitable for light hauling and off-road excursions, though not particularly quick.
Fuel Economy
Fuel economy at 13.8 l/100 km (combined) is on the higher side, even for a 1998 4WD pickup, reflecting its utilitarian design and older engine technology.
Best Use Case:
Utility / Off-road / Rural driving
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Robust and reliable KA24DE engine
- • Simple, utilitarian design for easy maintenance
- • Good off-road capability in 4WD variants
- • Strong value proposition as a used work truck
Cons:
- • Dated interior and limited comfort features
- • Fuel economy is not competitive by modern standards
- • Lack of advanced safety features
- • Performance can feel sluggish when fully loaded
Specifications:
| General: |
| Brand: | Nissan |
| Model: | Frontier |
| Generation: | I Regular Cab (D22) |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.4 (143 Hp) 4WD |
| Start of production: | 1998 |
| End of production: | 2000 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Pick-up |
| Seats: | 2-3 |
| Doors: | 2 |
| Engine: |
| Power: | 143 Hp @ 5200 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 59.9 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 209 Nm @ 4000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | 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: | 3.9 l |
| Coolant: | 9.3 l |
| Cylinder Bore: | 89 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 96 mm mm |
| Performance: |
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 14.7 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 12.3 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 13.8 l/100 km |
| Space: |
| Max. weight: | 2354 |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 1588 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 60 l |
| Permitted towbar download: | 159 kg |
| Size: |
| Length: | 4681 mm mm |
| Width: | 1826 mm mm |
| Height: | 1679 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2649 mm mm |
| Front track: | 1524 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1506 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 175 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.1 m |
| Powertrain: |
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
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| Number of gears | 5 |
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| Transmission type | Manual |
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| Tires size | 215/75 R15; 235/75 R15 |
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| Wheel rims size | 7.0J x 15 |
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| Front suspension | Double wishbone |
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| Rear suspension | Leaf spring |
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