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Nissan Frontier III King Cab (facelift 2024) 3.8 V6 (310 Hp) Automatic
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Nissan Frontier:
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III King Cab (facelift 2024) Overview:
Nissan Frontier (III King Cab (facelift 2024)). With 381 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1977 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. 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.
3.8 V6 (310 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Identical to its 4x4 counterpart, this 3.8 V6 engine provides excellent power and torque for a mid-size pickup, ensuring confident acceleration and strong hauling capabilities for daily tasks.
Fuel Economy
With a combined fuel consumption of 11.2 l/100 km, this 2WD variant offers a noticeable improvement in efficiency compared to the 4x4, making it a more economical choice for on-road use.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Powerful and reliable 3.8L V6 engine (VQ38DD)
- • Excellent towing and hauling capabilities
- • Robust off-road performance (4x4 models)
- • Modernized interior and exterior with facelift
- • Proven drivetrain with 9-speed automatic
Cons:
- • Fuel economy is higher than some competitors
- • King Cab rear seating can be cramped for adults
- • Larger turning circle impacts maneuverability in tight spaces
- • Ride quality can be firm, typical for a body-on-frame truck
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(II King Cab (D40, facelift 2009): 2009 - 2020).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Nissan |
| Model: | Frontier |
| Generation: | III King Cab (facelift 2024) |
| Modification (Engine): | 3.8 V6 (310 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | August, 2024 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Pick-up |
| Seats: | 4 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Engine systems: | Start & Stop System |
| Power: | 310 Hp @ 6400 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 81.6 Hp/l [118mm more] |
| Torque: | 381 Nm @ 4400 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | VQ38DD 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, CVVTCS |
| 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: | 12.4 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 9.8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban (EPA): | 12.4 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban (EPA): | 9.8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined (EPA): | 11.2 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 11.2 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | LEV3-ULEV70 |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 6.4 kg/Hp, 157.4 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 5.2 kg/Nm, 193.4 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1970-1985 |
| Max. weight: | 2727 |
| Max load: | 742-757 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1405 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 3243 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 80 l |
| Permitted towbar download: | 325 kg |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Ramp-over (brakeover) angle: | 18.9-19.5° |
| Length: | 5338 mm mm [118mm more] |
| Width: | 1854 mm mm [4mm more] |
| Height: | 1811-1816 mm mm [41mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 3200 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Width including mirrors: | 2135 mm |
| Front track: | 1570 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1570 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 229-236 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 13 m [above average] |
| Approach angle: | 29-29.8° |
| Departure angle: | 21.4-21.8° |
| 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 | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 265/70 R16; 265/65 R17 |
| Wheel rims size | 7J x 16; 7.5J x 17 |
| Front suspension | Double wishbone, Transverse stabilizer |
| Rear suspension | Rigid axle suspension, Leaf spring |
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