2012 Nissan Frontier Specs

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PRO-4X Crew Cab 4WD

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3 trims already selected.

Price $30,720 MSRP

Engine 4.0L 261 hp V6

Seating 5

MPG 14 city 19 highway

Drivetrain 4X4

Body Style Pickup Truck

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Price

MSRP	$30,720
Invoice Price	$28,460

Transmission Options

Drivetrain	4X4

6-Speed Manual

MPG	15 city 20 highway

5-Speed Automatic

MPG	14 city 19 highway

Safety

Front Airbags	Driver Standard Passenger Standard
Side Airbags	Front Standard
Side Curtain Airbags	Standard
ABS Brakes	Standard

Amenities

Power Windows	Standard
Power Door Locks	Standard
Stereo	Radio, CD Player, CD Changer

Engine

4.0L 261 hp V6

Horsepower	261 @ 5600 rpm
Torque	281 @ 4000 rpm
Displacement	4000 cc
Bore X Stroke	3.76 X 3.62
Compression Ratio	9.7:1

Dimensions

Max Seating	5
Gas Tank Size	21.1 gallons
Front Legroom	42.4 in
Back Legroom	33.6 in
Wheelbase	125.9
Length	205.5 inches
Height	70.1 inches
Bed Length	59.5 inches
Bed Height	N/A

Cargo and Towing

Maximum Payload	1083 lbs
Max Towing	6100 lbs

PRO-4X King Cab 4WD

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3 trims already selected.

Price $29,980 MSRP

Engine 4.0L 261 hp V6

Seating 4

MPG 14 city 19 highway

Drivetrain 4X4

Body Style Pickup Truck

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Price

MSRP	$29,980
Invoice Price	$27,776

Transmission Options

Drivetrain	4X4

6-Speed Manual

MPG	15 city 20 highway

5-Speed Automatic

MPG	14 city 19 highway

Safety

Front Airbags	Driver Standard Passenger Standard
Side Airbags	Front Standard
Side Curtain Airbags	Standard
ABS Brakes	Standard

Amenities

Power Windows	Standard
Power Door Locks	Standard
Stereo	Radio, CD Player, CD Changer

Engine

4.0L 261 hp V6

Horsepower	261 @ 5600 rpm
Torque	281 @ 4000 rpm
Displacement	4000 cc
Bore X Stroke	3.76 X 3.62
Compression Ratio	9.7:1

Dimensions

Max Seating	4
Gas Tank Size	21.1 gallons
Front Legroom	42.4 in
Back Legroom	25.4 in
Wheelbase	125.9
Length	205.5 inches
Height	69.7 inches
Bed Length	73.3 inches
Bed Height	N/A

Cargo and Towing

Maximum Payload	1215 lbs
Max Towing	6300 lbs

S Crew Cab

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3 trims already selected.

Price $24,100 MSRP

Engine 4.0L 261 hp V6

Seating 5

MPG 15 city 20 highway

Drivetrain 4X2

Body Style Pickup Truck

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Price

MSRP	$24,100
Invoice Price	$22,842

Transmission Options

Drivetrain	4X2

6-Speed Manual

MPG	16 city 20 highway

5-Speed Automatic

MPG	15 city 20 highway

Safety

Front Airbags	Driver Standard Passenger Standard
Side Airbags	Front Standard
Side Curtain Airbags	Standard
ABS Brakes	Standard

Amenities

Stereo	Radio, CD Player

Engine

4.0L 261 hp V6

Horsepower	261 @ 5600 rpm
Torque	281 @ 4000 rpm
Displacement	4000 cc
Bore X Stroke	3.76 X 3.62
Compression Ratio	9.7:1

Dimensions

Max Seating	5
Gas Tank Size	21.1 gallons
Front Legroom	42.4 in
Back Legroom	33.6 in
Wheelbase	125.9
Length	205.5 inches
Height	70.1 inches
Bed Length	59.5 inches
Bed Height	N/A

Cargo and Towing

Maximum Payload	1486 lbs
Max Towing	6300 lbs

S Crew Cab 4WD

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3 trims already selected.

Price $26,800 MSRP

Engine 4.0L 261 hp V6

Seating 5

MPG 14 city 19 highway

Drivetrain 4X4

Body Style Pickup Truck

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Price

MSRP	$26,800
Invoice Price	$25,115

Transmission Options

Drivetrain	4X4

6-Speed Manual

MPG	15 city 20 highway

5-Speed Automatic

MPG	14 city 19 highway

Safety

Front Airbags	Driver Standard Passenger Standard
Side Airbags	Front Standard
Side Curtain Airbags	Standard
ABS Brakes	Standard

Amenities

Stereo	Radio, CD Player

Engine

4.0L 261 hp V6

Horsepower	261 @ 5600 rpm
Torque	281 @ 4000 rpm
Displacement	4000 cc
Bore X Stroke	3.76 X 3.62
Compression Ratio	9.7:1

Dimensions

Max Seating	5
Gas Tank Size	21.1 gallons
Front Legroom	42.4 in
Back Legroom	33.6 in
Wheelbase	125.9
Length	205.5 inches
Height	70.1 inches
Bed Length	59.5 inches
Bed Height	N/A

Cargo and Towing

Maximum Payload	1390 lbs
Max Towing	6100 lbs

S King Cab

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3 trims already selected.

Price $20,060 MSRP

Engine 2.5L 152 hp I4

Seating 4

MPG 17 city 22 highway

Drivetrain 4X2

Body Style Pickup Truck

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Price

MSRP	$20,060
Invoice Price	$19,022

Transmission Options

Drivetrain	4X2

5-Speed Manual

MPG	19 city 23 highway

5-Speed Automatic

MPG	17 city 22 highway

Safety

Front Airbags	Driver Standard Passenger Standard
Side Airbags	Front Standard
Side Curtain Airbags	Standard
ABS Brakes	Standard

Amenities

Engine

2.5L 152 hp I4

Horsepower	152 @ 5200 rpm
Torque	171 @ 4400 rpm
Displacement	2500 cc
Bore X Stroke	3.5 X 3.94
Compression Ratio	9.5:1

Dimensions

Max Seating	4
Gas Tank Size	21.1 gallons
Front Legroom	42.4 in
Back Legroom	25.4 in
Wheelbase	125.9
Length	205.5 inches
Height	68.7 inches
Bed Length	73.3 inches
Bed Height	N/A

Cargo and Towing

Maximum Payload	932 lbs
Max Towing	3500 lbs

SL Crew Cab

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3 trims already selected.

Price $29,540 MSRP

Engine 4.0L 261 hp V6

Seating 5

MPG 15 city 20 highway

Drivetrain 4X2

Body Style Pickup Truck

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Price

MSRP	$29,540
Invoice Price	$27,679

Transmission Options

Drivetrain	4X2

5-Speed Automatic

MPG	15 city 20 highway

Safety

Front Airbags	Driver Standard Passenger Standard
Side Airbags	Front Standard
Side Curtain Airbags	Standard
ABS Brakes	Standard

Amenities

Power Windows	Standard
Power Door Locks	Standard
Stereo	Radio, CD Player, CD Changer

Engine

4.0L 261 hp V6

Horsepower	261 @ 5600 rpm
Torque	281 @ 4000 rpm
Displacement	4000 cc
Bore X Stroke	3.76 X 3.62
Compression Ratio	9.7:1

Dimensions

Max Seating	5
Gas Tank Size	21.1 gallons
Front Legroom	42.4 in
Back Legroom	33.6 in
Wheelbase	125.9
Length	205.5 inches
Height	72.8 inches
Bed Length	59.5 inches
Bed Height	N/A

Cargo and Towing

Maximum Payload	1355 lbs
Max Towing	6300 lbs

SL Crew Cab 4WD

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3 trims already selected.

Price $32,190 MSRP

Engine 4.0L 261 hp V6

Seating 5

MPG 14 city 19 highway

Drivetrain 4X4

Body Style Pickup Truck

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Price

MSRP	$32,190
Invoice Price	$29,820

Transmission Options

Drivetrain	4X4

5-Speed Automatic

MPG	14 city 19 highway

Safety

Front Airbags	Driver Standard Passenger Standard
Side Airbags	Front Standard
Side Curtain Airbags	Standard
ABS Brakes	Standard

Amenities

Power Windows	Standard
Power Door Locks	Standard
Stereo	Radio, CD Player, CD Changer

Engine

4.0L 261 hp V6

Horsepower	261 @ 5600 rpm
Torque	281 @ 4000 rpm
Displacement	4000 cc
Bore X Stroke	3.76 X 3.62
Compression Ratio	9.7:1

Dimensions

Max Seating	5
Gas Tank Size	21.1 gallons
Front Legroom	42.4 in
Back Legroom	33.6 in
Wheelbase	125.9
Length	205.5 inches
Height	72.8 inches
Bed Length	59.5 inches
Bed Height	N/A

Cargo and Towing

Maximum Payload	1256 lbs
Max Towing	6100 lbs

SL Crew Cab LWB

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3 trims already selected.

Price $30,040 MSRP

Engine 4.0L 261 hp V6

Seating 5

MPG 15 city 20 highway

Drivetrain 4X2

Body Style Pickup Truck

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Price

MSRP	$30,040
Invoice Price	$28,146

Transmission Options

Drivetrain	4X2

5-Speed Automatic

MPG	15 city 20 highway

Safety

Front Airbags	Driver Standard Passenger Standard
Side Airbags	Front Standard
Side Curtain Airbags	Standard
ABS Brakes	Standard

Amenities

Power Windows	Standard
Power Door Locks	Standard
Stereo	Radio, CD Player, CD Changer

Engine

4.0L 261 hp V6

Horsepower	261 @ 5600 rpm
Torque	281 @ 4000 rpm
Displacement	4000 cc
Bore X Stroke	3.76 X 3.62
Compression Ratio	9.7:1

Dimensions

Max Seating	5
Gas Tank Size	21.1 gallons
Front Legroom	42.4 in
Back Legroom	33.6 in
Wheelbase	139.9
Length	219.4 inches
Height	72.8 inches
Bed Length	73.3 inches
Bed Height	N/A

Cargo and Towing

Maximum Payload	1257 lbs
Max Towing	6300 lbs

SL Crew Cab LWB 4WD

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3 trims already selected.

Price $32,740 MSRP

Engine 4.0L 261 hp V6

Seating 5

MPG 14 city 19 highway

Drivetrain 4X4

Body Style Pickup Truck

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Price

MSRP	$32,740
Invoice Price	$30,329

Transmission Options

Drivetrain	4X4

5-Speed Automatic

MPG	14 city 19 highway

Safety

Front Airbags	Driver Standard Passenger Standard
Side Airbags	Front Standard
Side Curtain Airbags	Standard
ABS Brakes	Standard

Amenities

Power Windows	Standard
Power Door Locks	Standard
Stereo	Radio, CD Player, CD Changer

Engine

4.0L 261 hp V6

Horsepower	261 @ 5600 rpm
Torque	281 @ 4000 rpm
Displacement	4000 cc
Bore X Stroke	3.76 X 3.62
Compression Ratio	9.7:1

Dimensions

Max Seating	5
Gas Tank Size	21.1 gallons
Front Legroom	42.4 in
Back Legroom	33.6 in
Wheelbase	139.9
Length	219.4 inches
Height	72.8 inches
Bed Length	73.3 inches
Bed Height	N/A

Cargo and Towing

Maximum Payload	1124 lbs
Max Towing	6100 lbs

SV King Cab

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3 trims already selected.

Price $22,300 MSRP

Engine 2.5L 152 hp I4

Seating 4

MPG 19 city 23 highway

Drivetrain 4X2

Body Style Pickup Truck

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Price

MSRP	$22,300
Invoice Price	$21,140

Transmission Options

Drivetrain	4X2

5-Speed Manual

MPG	19 city 23 highway

5-Speed Automatic

MPG	17 city 22 highway

Safety

Front Airbags	Driver Standard Passenger Standard
Side Airbags	Front Standard
Side Curtain Airbags	Standard
ABS Brakes	Standard

Amenities

Power Windows	Standard
Power Door Locks	Standard
Stereo	Radio, CD Player

Engine

2.5L 152 hp I4

Horsepower	152 @ 5200 rpm
Torque	171 @ 4400 rpm
Displacement	2500 cc
Bore X Stroke	3.5 X 3.94
Compression Ratio	9.5:1

Dimensions

Max Seating	4
Gas Tank Size	21.1 gallons
Front Legroom	42.4 in
Back Legroom	25.4 in
Wheelbase	125.9
Length	205.5 inches
Height	68.7 inches
Bed Length	73.3 inches
Bed Height	N/A

Cargo and Towing

Maximum Payload	931 lbs
Max Towing	3500 lbs

SV V6 Crew Cab

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3 trims already selected.

Price $24,140 MSRP

Engine 4.0L 261 hp V6

Seating 5

MPG 16 city 20 highway

Drivetrain 4X2

Body Style Pickup Truck

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Price

MSRP	$24,140
Invoice Price	$22,880

Transmission Options

Drivetrain	4X2

6-Speed Manual

MPG	16 city 20 highway

5-Speed Automatic

MPG	15 city 20 highway

Safety

Front Airbags	Driver Standard Passenger Standard
Side Airbags	Front Standard
Side Curtain Airbags	Standard
ABS Brakes	Standard

Amenities

Power Windows	Standard
Power Door Locks	Standard
Stereo	Radio, CD Player

Engine

4.0L 261 hp V6

Horsepower	261 @ 5600 rpm
Torque	281 @ 4000 rpm
Displacement	4000 cc
Bore X Stroke	3.76 X 3.62
Compression Ratio	9.7:1

Dimensions

Max Seating	5
Gas Tank Size	21.1 gallons
Front Legroom	42.4 in
Back Legroom	33.6 in
Wheelbase	125.9
Length	205.5 inches
Height	70.1 inches
Bed Length	59.5 inches
Bed Height	N/A

Cargo and Towing

Maximum Payload	1461 lbs
Max Towing	6300 lbs

SV V6 Crew Cab 4WD

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3 trims already selected.

Price $27,890 MSRP

Engine 4.0L 261 hp V6

Seating 5

MPG 14 city 19 highway

Drivetrain 4X4

Body Style Pickup Truck

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Price

MSRP	$27,890
Invoice Price	$26,136

Transmission Options

Drivetrain	4X4

6-Speed Manual

MPG	15 city 20 highway

5-Speed Automatic

MPG	14 city 19 highway

Safety

Front Airbags	Driver Standard Passenger Standard
Side Airbags	Front Standard
Side Curtain Airbags	Standard
ABS Brakes	Standard

Amenities

Power Windows	Standard
Power Door Locks	Standard
Stereo	Radio, CD Player

Engine

4.0L 261 hp V6

Horsepower	261 @ 5600 rpm
Torque	281 @ 4000 rpm
Displacement	4000 cc
Bore X Stroke	3.76 X 3.62
Compression Ratio	9.7:1

Dimensions

Max Seating	5
Gas Tank Size	21.1 gallons
Front Legroom	42.4 in
Back Legroom	33.6 in
Wheelbase	125.9
Length	205.5 inches
Height	70.1 inches
Bed Length	59.5 inches
Bed Height	N/A

Cargo and Towing

Maximum Payload	1390 lbs
Max Towing	6100 lbs

SV V6 Crew Cab LWB

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3 trims already selected.

Price $25,610 MSRP

Engine 4.0L 261 hp V6

Seating 5

MPG 15 city 20 highway

Drivetrain 4X2

Body Style Pickup Truck

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Price

MSRP	$25,610
Invoice Price	$24,271

Transmission Options

Drivetrain	4X2

5-Speed Automatic

MPG	15 city 20 highway

Safety

Front Airbags	Driver Standard Passenger Standard
Side Airbags	Front Standard
Side Curtain Airbags	Standard
ABS Brakes	Standard

Amenities

Power Windows	Standard
Power Door Locks	Standard
Stereo	Radio, CD Player

Engine

4.0L 261 hp V6

Horsepower	261 @ 5600 rpm
Torque	281 @ 4000 rpm
Displacement	4000 cc
Bore X Stroke	3.76 X 3.62
Compression Ratio	9.7:1

Dimensions

Max Seating	5
Gas Tank Size	21.1 gallons
Front Legroom	42.4 in
Back Legroom	33.6 in
Wheelbase	139.9
Length	219.4 inches
Height	70.1 inches
Bed Length	73.3 inches
Bed Height	N/A

Cargo and Towing

Maximum Payload	1393 lbs
Max Towing	6300 lbs

SV V6 Crew Cab LWB 4WD

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3 trims already selected.

Price $28,310 MSRP

Engine 4.0L 261 hp V6

Seating 5

MPG 14 city 19 highway

Drivetrain 4X4

Body Style Pickup Truck

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Price

MSRP	$28,310
Invoice Price	$26,528

Transmission Options

Drivetrain	4X4

5-Speed Automatic

MPG	14 city 19 highway

Safety

Front Airbags	Driver Standard Passenger Standard
Side Airbags	Front Standard
Side Curtain Airbags	Standard
ABS Brakes	Standard

Amenities

Power Windows	Standard
Power Door Locks	Standard
Stereo	Radio, CD Player

Engine

4.0L 261 hp V6

Horsepower	261 @ 5600 rpm
Torque	281 @ 4000 rpm
Displacement	4000 cc
Bore X Stroke	3.76 X 3.62
Compression Ratio	9.7:1

Dimensions

Max Seating	5
Gas Tank Size	21.1 gallons
Front Legroom	42.4 in
Back Legroom	33.6 in
Wheelbase	139.9
Length	219.4 inches
Height	70.1 inches
Bed Length	73.3 inches
Bed Height	N/A

Cargo and Towing

Maximum Payload	1260 lbs
Max Towing	6100 lbs

SV V6 King Cab

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3 trims already selected.

Price $23,940 MSRP

Engine 4.0L 261 hp V6

Seating 4

MPG 15 city 20 highway

Drivetrain 4X2

Body Style Pickup Truck

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Price

MSRP	$23,940
Invoice Price	$22,691

Transmission Options

Drivetrain	4X2

6-Speed Manual

MPG	16 city 20 highway

5-Speed Automatic

MPG	15 city 20 highway

Safety

Front Airbags	Driver Standard Passenger Standard
Side Airbags	Front Standard
Side Curtain Airbags	Standard
ABS Brakes	Standard

Amenities

Power Windows	Standard
Power Door Locks	Standard
Stereo	Radio, CD Player

Engine

4.0L 261 hp V6

Horsepower	261 @ 5600 rpm
Torque	281 @ 4000 rpm
Displacement	4000 cc
Bore X Stroke	3.76 X 3.62
Compression Ratio	9.7:1

Dimensions

Max Seating	4
Gas Tank Size	21.1 gallons
Front Legroom	42.4 in
Back Legroom	25.4 in
Wheelbase	125.9
Length	205.5 inches
Height	69.7 inches
Bed Length	73.3 inches
Bed Height	N/A

Cargo and Towing

Maximum Payload	1447 lbs
Max Towing	6500 lbs

SV V6 King Cab 4WD

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3 trims already selected.

Price $26,640 MSRP

Engine 4.0L 261 hp V6

Seating 4

MPG 14 city 19 highway

Drivetrain 4X4

Body Style Pickup Truck

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Price

MSRP	$26,640
Invoice Price	$24,966

Transmission Options

Drivetrain	4X4

6-Speed Manual

MPG	15 city 20 highway

5-Speed Automatic

MPG	14 city 19 highway

Safety

Front Airbags	Driver Standard Passenger Standard
Side Airbags	Front Standard
Side Curtain Airbags	Standard
ABS Brakes	Standard

Amenities

Power Windows	Standard
Power Door Locks	Standard
Stereo	Radio, CD Player

Engine

4.0L 261 hp V6

Horsepower	261 @ 5600 rpm
Torque	281 @ 4000 rpm
Displacement	4000 cc
Bore X Stroke	3.76 X 3.62
Compression Ratio	9.7:1

Dimensions

Max Seating	4
Gas Tank Size	21.1 gallons
Front Legroom	42.4 in
Back Legroom	25.4 in
Wheelbase	125.9
Length	205.5 inches
Height	69.7 inches
Bed Length	73.3 inches
Bed Height	N/A

Cargo and Towing

Maximum Payload	1379 lbs
Max Towing	6300 lbs

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PRO-4X Crew Cab 4WD

Price

Transmission Options

6-Speed Manual

5-Speed Automatic

Safety

Amenities

Engine

4.0L 261 hp V6

Dimensions

Cargo and Towing

PRO-4X King Cab 4WD

Price

Transmission Options

6-Speed Manual

5-Speed Automatic

Safety

Amenities

Engine

4.0L 261 hp V6

Dimensions

Cargo and Towing

S Crew Cab

Price

Transmission Options

6-Speed Manual

5-Speed Automatic

Safety

Amenities

Engine

4.0L 261 hp V6

Dimensions

Cargo and Towing

S Crew Cab 4WD

Price

Transmission Options

6-Speed Manual

5-Speed Automatic

Safety

Amenities

Engine

4.0L 261 hp V6

Dimensions

Cargo and Towing

S King Cab

Price

Transmission Options

5-Speed Manual

5-Speed Automatic

Safety

Amenities

Engine

2.5L 152 hp I4

Dimensions

Cargo and Towing

SL Crew Cab

Price

Transmission Options

5-Speed Automatic

Safety

Amenities

Engine

4.0L 261 hp V6

Dimensions

Cargo and Towing

SL Crew Cab 4WD

Price

Transmission Options

5-Speed Automatic

Safety

Amenities

Engine