Used 2005 Nissan Frontier SE

* Based on opinions and should be considered as general guidance only.

• Reliability (2)
  2 out of 5 stars
  Major concerns regarding the 'SMOD' issue (coolant leaking into the transmission) and timing chain guide wear significantly impact its long-term dependability scores.
• Maintenance (3)
  3 out of 5 stars
  Basic mechanical parts are affordable and easy to source, but the necessity of proactive radiator replacement to save the transmission adds an extra burden.
• Technology (2)
  2 out of 5 stars
  Features are very sparse, consisting mostly of a basic CD player and manual climate controls, lacking the refinement found in some rivals of the same era.
• Comfort (3)
  3 out of 5 stars
  While the front seats are supportive for long hauls, the interior is heavy on hard plastics and the King Cab's rear seating is best suited for cargo rather than passengers.
• Dynamics (4)
  4 out of 5 stars
  The 4.0L V6 offers impressive acceleration and class-leading horsepower for its time, though the ride remains stiff and truck-like over bumps.

• Convenience:

  • Automatic Climate Control

• Exterior:

  • Tinted Windows

• Safety:

  • Tire Pressure Monitoring

• Air Conditioning

  • Front air conditioning: automatic climate control
  • Front air conditioning zones: single
  • Front air conditioning

• Airbags

  • Front airbags: dual

• Audio System

  • In-Dash CD: single disc
  • Radio: AM/FM

• Brakes

  • ABS: 4-wheel

• Convenience Features

  • Steering wheel: tilt
  • Center console: front console with storage
  • Power steering

• Drivetrain

  • Axle ratio: 3.54

• Exterior Features

  • Rear bumper color: chrome
  • Front bumper color: chrome

• Instrumentation

  • Clock
  • Gauge: tachometer

• Seats

  • Front seat type: bucket
  • Upholstery: cloth
  • Rear seat type: jumpseats

• Tires and Rims

  • Wheels: steel
  • Wheel diameter: 16 inch
  • Tire Pressure Monitoring System

• Windows

  • Front wipers: intermittent
  • Pickup sliding rear window: manual
  • Rear privacy glass

• Seating:

  • Standard Seating:4
  • Max Seating:4
  • Head Room (front):39.7in.
  • Leg Room (front):42.4in.
  • Shoulder Room (front):58.3in.
  • Hip Room (front):55.8in.
  • Head Room (rear):38.3in.
  • Leg Room (rear):25.4in.
  • Shoulder Room (rear):54.9in.
  • Hip Room (rear):55.8in.

• Measurements:

  • Length:205.5in.
  • Width:72.8in.
  • Height:69.7in.
  • Bed Length:73.3in.
  • Bed Code:SHORT
  • Ground Clearance:9.8in.
  • Wheelbase:125.9in.

• Weight:

  • Curb Weight:4,139lbs
  • Gross Weight:5,690lbs

• Wheels & Tires:

  • Wheel Diameter:16in.
  • Wheel Diameter (rear):16in.
  • Tire:P265/70R16
  • Tire (rear):P265/70R16

• Performance:

  • Power to Weight Ratio:15.62lbs/hp
  • Angle of Approach:31degree
  • Angle of Departure:22degree
  • Turning Circle:43.7ft.
  • Max Payload:1,383lbs
  • Towing Capacity:6,500lbs
  • Max Towing Capacity:6,500lbs

• Fuel Tank:

  • Fuel Tank Volume:21gallon

• Auto Pacific

  Vehicle Satisfaction Award: Pickups

• L2:

  • Air Pollution Score:6
  • Greenhouse Gas Score:4
  • Fuel Type:Gasoline
  • Epa Underhood Id:5NSXT04.0G6A