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2001 Nissan Frontier Reviews, Pricing & Specs

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$12,239 to $24,589

Original MSRP

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4.2

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(10 reviews)
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The 2001 Nissan Frontier saw changes on the outside, inside, and under the hood. The exterior styling was revised to look more aggressive, and leather upholstery was available for the first time. Most notably, a supercharged 210-horsepower V6 engine was made available, marking the first time a factory-installed supercharged engine was offered in a compact truck. The 2001 Frontier comes in four trims: the XE, the Desert Runner, the fully loaded SE, and the Supercharged model. The trims came in a variety of body styles, including an extended cab (KingCab), the Crew Cab, a short bed, 4WD, and a regular cab. Most Frontiers, except the Crew Cab and Supercharged, came standard with a 2.4-liter, 143-horsepower four-cylinder engine that gets about 20/24 mpg in the standard cab and 18/21 for the extended cab. The Crew Cab came standard with the 3.4-liter, 170-horsepower V6, which got 15/19 mpg and which was optional in the KingCabs. The Supercharged model came with a 3.3-liter 210-horsepower V6, getting about 15/18 mpg. Drivers are very enthusiastic about the 2001 Nissan Frontier, especially the Supercharged Crew Cab. Overall, drivers praise the truck for its reliability, good looks, and reasonable price tag. Some drivers complain about a lack of leg room and that the seats are uncomfortable, and many find the bed, especially in the Crew Cab, to be too small.

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User reviews for 2001 Nissan Frontier

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by Anonymous
Feb 13, 2025
The 2001 Nissan Frontier SE-V6 Crew Cab is a Wonderful little truck, with a feisty little v6 under the hood provides 170HP and around 220 lb ft torque. The manual 5 speed is a very easy learner stick shift, but also is precise and reliable. The Short Bed is a little problem, but with the bed extender it works great for most loads. The roof rack looks great and is very useful, but Is extremely noisy in car wash dryers. The styling is very rugged and smooth at the same time, utilizing fender flares and fake rivets on the bumper and flares. The tailgate it basic and decently light, but had to replace the tailgate cables last year due to them snapping from rust. The plastic bed liner is very durable and handy because you never have to worry about a rusty bed. The basic four- spoke wheels with the center caps look rugged and sporty, but over time the plastic on the caps wears out and they fall off. No problem, because they are about 20$ for a pair on eBay. Another minor issue is, being a California and Arizona truck, the heat seemed to fuse the spare tire mounting bracket to the wheel. We needed to cut the bracket off, which is hard to find replacements for. Engine isn’t too noisy, but check engine light turns on and off every other week, and water pump is leaking coolant. All this is expected from a 180,000 mile vehicle, though. The interior is basic and stylish with gray pattern cloth seats and a smooth, compact dash. The tilt steering wheel, cruise control and steering wheel radio controls all come in handy. Clutch pedal is very soft and easy to control. Over all, the ‘01 Frontier is a very fun, dependable little truck.Feb 13, 2025
by Michael P
Mar 07, 2015
I loved it overall. The seats are manual, and the back seat is kinda small, and the moonroof sucks. But the rest of the truck is amazing. I love it to death, and I can't wait to upgrade it some moreMar 07, 2015
by Anonymous
Oct 29, 2014
Great truck to handle small to med size jobs, like getting rocks or dirt for the yard, lumber etc. Also great for getting to the outdoors like biking, hiking, camping, fishing, kayaking etc. Its a 4x4 so snow and mud is no problem and with 4 doors you can take your friends with you too. It is small enough to fit anywhere and yet it has power to haul a trailer with a car on it. Overall, it is just a great Truck!Oct 29, 2014

2001 Nissan Frontier Pricing

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Trims & specs

Airbags

Dual front airbags

Audio System

Single disc in-Dash CD · AM/FM radio

Brakes

ABS: rear-only

Drivetrain

Axle ratio: 3.70

Seats

Front seat type: bench · Upholstery: cloth

Tires and Rims

Wheels: alloy

Windows

Front wipers: intermittent

Airbags

Dual front airbags

Audio System

Single disc in-Dash CD · AM/FM radio

Brakes

ABS: rear-only

Convenience Features

Multi-function remote: keyless entry · Steering wheel: tilt-only

Drivetrain

Axle ratio: 3.90

Exterior Features

Pickup tonneau cover: soft

Lights

Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: power

Seats

Front seat type: split-bench · Upholstery: cloth

Tires and Rims

Wheels: steel

Truck Features

Pickup truck sliding rear window: manual horizontal

Windows

Front wipers: intermittent

Airbags

Dual front airbags

Audio System

Single disc in-Dash CD · AM/FM radio

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel

Comfort Features

Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather

Convenience Features

Multi-function remote: keyless entry · Steering wheel: tilt-only

Drivetrain

Axle ratio: 4.64 · Limited slip differential: rear

Exterior Features

Pickup tonneau cover: soft

Lights

Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: power

Rear Seats

Type: jumpseats

Seats

Front seat type: bucket · Upholstery: cloth

Tires and Rims

Wheel type: aluminum alloy · Wheels: alloy

Truck Features

Pickup truck sliding rear window: manual horizontal

Windows

Front wipers: intermittent

Airbags

Dual front airbags

Audio System

Single disc in-Dash CD · AM/FM radio

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel

Convenience Features

Multi-function remote: keyless entry · Steering wheel: tilt-only

Drivetrain

Axle ratio: 4.64

Exterior Features

Pickup tonneau cover: soft

Lights

Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: power

Rear Seats

Type: bench

Seats

Front seat type: bucket · Upholstery: cloth

Tires and Rims

Wheel type: aluminum alloy

Windows

Front wipers: intermittent

Airbags

Dual front airbags

Audio System

Single disc in-Dash CD · AM/FM radio

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel

Convenience Features

Multi-function remote: keyless entry · Steering wheel: tilt-only

Drivetrain

Axle ratio: 4.64

Exterior Features

Pickup tonneau cover: soft

Lights

Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: power

Rear Seats

Type: jumpseats

Seats

Front seat type: bucket · Upholstery: cloth

Tires and Rims

Wheels: steel

Truck Features

Pickup truck sliding rear window: manual horizontal

Windows

Front wipers: intermittent

Airbags

Dual front airbags

Audio System

AM/FM radio

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel

Comfort Features

Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather

Convenience Features

Multi-function remote: keyless entry · Steering wheel: tilt-only

Drivetrain

Axle ratio: 4.36 · Limited slip differential: rear

Exterior Features

Pickup tonneau cover: soft

Lights

Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: power

Rear Seats

Type: jumpseats

Seats

Front seat type: bucket · Upholstery: leather

Tires and Rims

Wheel type: aluminum alloy

Windows

Front wipers: intermittent

Airbags

Dual front airbags

Audio System

AM/FM radio

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel

Comfort Features

Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather

Convenience Features

Multi-function remote: keyless entry · Steering wheel: tilt-only · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio

Drivetrain

Axle ratio: 4.64 · Limited slip differential: rear

Exterior Features

Pickup tonneau cover: soft

Lights

Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: power

Rear Seats

Type: bench

Roof

Roof rack color: black

Seats

Front seat type: bucket · Upholstery: leather

Tires and Rims

Wheel type: aluminum alloy

Windows

Front wipers: intermittent

Airbags

Dual front airbags

Audio System

Single disc in-Dash CD · AM/FM radio

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel

Convenience Features

Multi-function remote: keyless entry · Steering wheel: tilt-only

Drivetrain

Axle ratio: 4.64

Exterior Features

Pickup tonneau cover: soft

Lights

Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: power

Rear Seats

Type: bench

Seats

Front seat type: bucket · Upholstery: cloth

Tires and Rims

Wheel type: aluminum alloy

Windows

Front wipers: intermittent

Airbags

Dual front airbags

Audio System

AM/FM radio

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel

Comfort Features

Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather

Convenience Features

Multi-function remote: keyless entry · Steering wheel: tilt-only

Drivetrain

Axle ratio: 4.90 · Limited slip differential: rear

Exterior Features

Pickup tonneau cover: soft

Lights

Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: power

Rear Seats

Type: jumpseats

Seats

Front seat type: bucket · Upholstery: cloth

Tires and Rims

Wheel type: aluminum alloy

Windows

Front wipers: intermittent

Airbags

Dual front airbags

Audio System

AM/FM radio

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel

Comfort Features

Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather

Convenience Features

Multi-function remote: keyless entry · Steering wheel: tilt-only

Drivetrain

Axle ratio: 4.36 · Limited slip differential: rear

Exterior Features

Pickup tonneau cover: soft

Lights

Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: power

Rear Seats

Type: bench

Roof

Roof rack color: black

Seats

Front seat type: bucket · Upholstery: leather

Tires and Rims

Wheel type: aluminum alloy

Windows

Front wipers: intermittent

Airbags

Dual front airbags

Audio System

AM/FM radio

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel

Comfort Features

Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather

Convenience Features

Multi-function remote: keyless entry · Steering wheel: tilt-only

Drivetrain

Axle ratio: 4.36 · Limited slip differential: rear

Exterior Features

Pickup tonneau cover: soft

Lights

Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: power

Rear Seats

Type: jumpseats

Seats

Front seat type: bucket · Upholstery: leather

Tires and Rims

Wheel type: aluminum alloy

Windows

Front wipers: intermittent

Airbags

Dual front airbags

Audio System

AM/FM radio

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel

Comfort Features

Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather

Convenience Features

Multi-function remote: keyless entry · Steering wheel: tilt-only · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio

Drivetrain

Axle ratio: 4.90 · Limited slip differential: rear

Exterior Features

Pickup tonneau cover: soft

Lights

Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: power

Rear Seats

Type: bench

Roof

Roof rack color: black

Seats

Front seat type: bucket · Upholstery: leather

Tires and Rims

Wheel type: aluminum alloy

Windows

Front wipers: intermittent

Airbags

Dual front airbags

Audio System

AM/FM radio

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel

Comfort Features

Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather

Convenience Features

Multi-function remote: keyless entry · Steering wheel: tilt-only

Drivetrain

Axle ratio: 4.36 · Limited slip differential: rear

Exterior Features

Pickup tonneau cover: soft

Lights

Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: power

Rear Seats

Type: bench

Roof

Roof rack color: black

Seats

Front seat type: bucket · Upholstery: cloth

Tires and Rims

Wheel type: aluminum alloy

Windows

Front wipers: intermittent

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