Nissan Frontier I Regular Cab (D22) 2.4 (143 Hp) 4WD


Overall Rating

6.9 / 10
Safety N/A / 5
Not Rated
Engine 3.5 / 5
Value 3.5 / 5
Performance 3.0 / 5
Comfort 2.5 / 5
People\'s Opinion N/A / 5
Not Rated

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.

2.4 (143 Hp) 4WD Verdict:

Rating 4 stars

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 wheelAll wheel drive (4x4)
Number of gears5
Transmission typeManual
Tires size215/75 R15; 235/75 R15
Wheel rims size7.0J x 15
Front suspensionDouble wishbone
Rear suspensionLeaf spring

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