Review Of 2009 Nissan Frontier Truck

Introduction of 2009 Nissan Frontier

The 2009 Nissan Frontier priced at MSRP $17,540 – $29,820 is a top pick for a compact mid size pickup due to its burly nature and novel features. It is an answer to the buyer’s eternal struggle of purchasing a vehicle that is useful in the city as well on the off road trails.It is a tough vehicle which you can count on, in work situations and suburban pursuits also.

What’s on offer?

The 2009 Nissan Frontier has received minor styling updates which includes revamped headlights, front fascia and a new instrument panel. It also adds the PRO-4X trim level which is the replacement of the Nismo off road package.

Silhouette

The 2009 Nissan Frontier offers a pleasing style that looks tough and rugged and makes them stand ahead of the crowd. The exteriors have a monochromatic appearance which looks stylish with body colored bumpers, mirror, grille and door handles. . It is styled with straight truck lines and curves around the lower edge of the side rear window and around the large chrome bar grille. The 16 inch or 18 inch wheels enhance the outer appearance of this edition.

The 2009 Nissan Frontier is available in King Cab (extended cab) and crew cab (four door) configurations. The King cab  comes with a 6 foot bed while the while the crew cab  sports a 5 foot bed  with an option of 6 foot bed.

Inside the cabin

The 2009 Nissan Frontier has attractively designed interiors with comfortable front seats. The interiors are styled with gray plastics and orange marking trim which looks cheap and inexpensive. The King cab uses the small, reverse opening doors to permit rear passenger access to the fold up jump seat while the crew cab uses conventional doors  that open into a larger rear cabin. The king cab offers a very cramped seating in the rear.

It is suggested that all the buyers who intend to haul a fair amount of cargo should include options or packages which include spray on bedliner and Utili track section.

We noted that this edition offered white faced gauges which are conveniently placed and easy to read.

Features of 2009 Nissan Frontier

The 2009 Nissan frontier is available in four offerings such as XE, SE, LE, and PRO-4X. The basic XE edition is equipped with 15 inch wheels, cloth upholstery and front bucket seats. If the buyer intends to add an audio system can include the XE Preferred Package which adds AM/FM/CD audio system and air conditioning.

The higher SE trim adds 16 inch wheels, chrome front bumpers, air conditioning, tilt steering wheels, and sliding rear window. The SE trim offers option of the Power Package which includes remote keyless entry, cruise control and full power accessories while the Value truck package additionally includes a bed liner and 16 inch alloy wheels.

The LE trim includes 18 inch alloy wheels, chrome exterior trim, body colored side moldings, fog lights, keyless entry, full power accessories, spray on bedliner, the utili- track cargo management system, leather wrapped steering wheels, and first aid kit.

The PRO-4Xmodel includes features from the LE trim along  with an addition of 16 inch alloy wheels with rugged off road tires, Bilestein off road shocks ,splash guards, white faced gauge, a locking rear differential and underside skid plates.

The LE edition and the PRO 4X edition offers optional package such as Technology package which sports features such as a six CD/MP3 player with 10 speakers sound system and an auxiliary jack, satellite radio, steering wheel mounted controls and Bluetooth. Nissan offers another popular Value Truck Package which includes features from the Technology package along with leather seating, heated front seat and power passenger seat.

2009 Nissan Frontier Powertrain

The 2009 Nissan frontier offer a choice between two engines. A 2.5 liter four cylinder engine which produces 152 horsepower and 171 pounds feet of torque or an option of  4.0 liter V6 engine which can generate 261 horsepower and 281 pounds feet of torque. The latter option is available only for Crew cabs and four wheel drive variant. It is teamed with either a six-speed manual transmission or a five-speed automatic, depending on the trim level and configuration.

The 2.5 liter four cylinder engine is available only in 4×2 king cab models and is teamed with standard five speed manual  transmission.

When fully equipped the King cab V6 4×2 offers the highest towing capacity of 6,500 pounds.

The four cylinder engine teamed with automatic transmission offers an estimates fuel economy of 17/22/19 mpg while the V6 engine with 4WD and automatic transmission offers a 4WD at 14/19/16.

We noted that the steering was precise which offered a very refined quality.

2009 Nissan Frontier Safety

The 2009 Nissan Frontier is equipped with Antilock disc brakes on all the models. Side curtain air bag is available as an optional feature and stability control is offered only on LE and PRO 4X editions.

During the various crash tests that were conducted this edition scored four stars for driver protection in front collision and five stars for side impacts.

Conclusion

The 2009 Nissan Frontier offers complete versatility and ingenuity.  It has many positive points which can be counted like rugged V6 engine, superb off roader, adequate ground clearance, roomy interiors, pleasant highway ride and capable chassis. The main disadvantages that were noted are regular cab body style not available and interiors designed with hard plastics.