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Nissan Frontier III Crew Cab 3.8 V6 (310 Hp) 4x2 Automatic
Overall Rating
Nissan Frontier:
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III Crew Cab Overview:
Nissan Frontier (III Crew Cab). With 381 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. At around 2029 kg, it’s on the heavier side. 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 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
3.8 V6 (310 Hp) 4x2 Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Identical powerful 3.8L V6 performance, offering strong acceleration and sufficient torque for hauling, making it a robust choice for a rear-wheel-drive pickup.
Fuel Economy
With 11.8 l/100 km combined, this 4x2 variant offers a slight improvement in fuel efficiency over its 4x4 counterpart, making it a more economical choice for pavement-focused driving.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Powerful and proven 3.8L V6 engine across all trims
- • Robust 9-speed automatic transmission
- • Excellent off-road capability, especially with the PRO-4X trim
- • Improved interior and technology compared to previous generation
- • Strong towing and payload capacities
Cons:
- • Fuel economy is average for the segment
- • Ride quality can be firm, typical for a body-on-frame truck
- • Rear seat space, while adequate, isn't class-leading
- • Some interior materials still feel utilitarian
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(III King Cab (facelift 2024): August, 2024 - ).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Nissan |
| Model: | Frontier |
| Generation: | III Crew Cab |
| Modification (Engine): | 3.8 V6 (310 Hp) 4x2 Automatic |
| Start of production: | February, 2021 |
| End of production: | August, 2024 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Pick-up |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 310 Hp @ 6400 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 81.6 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 381 Nm @ 4400 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | VQ38DD [Same engine] More details about the engine VQ38DD |
| Engine displacement: | 3799 |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 5 l |
| Coolant: | 12 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 95.5 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 88.4 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 11:1 |
| Maximum engine speed: | 6600 rpm. |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 13.1 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 9.8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 11.8 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Tier 2-Bin5/LEV2-LEV |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 6.5 kg/Hp, 152.8 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 5.3 kg/Nm, 187.8 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 2029 |
| Max. weight: | 2727 |
| Max load: | 698 |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 2980 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 79 l |
| Permitted towbar download: | 298 kg |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Ramp-over (brakeover) angle: | 19.8° |
| Length: | 5339 mm mm [1mm more] |
| Width: | 1854 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1829 mm mm [5mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 3200 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 236 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 13 m [above average] |
| Approach angle: | 30.4° |
| Departure angle: | 21.9° |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 9 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs, 297x28 mm [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs, 287x18 mm [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 265/70 R16; 265/65 R17 |
| Wheel rims size | 16; 17 |
| Front suspension | Double wishbone, Transverse stabilizer |
| Rear suspension | Rigid axle suspension, Transverse stabilizer, Leaf spring |
If you could change one thing about the Nissan Frontier, what would it be?