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1998 Nissan Frontier Review: Summary & Specs

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1998 Nissan Frontier Review

Nissan serves notice to the competition.

1998 Frontier Review Summary & Specifications

The compact truck market is ultra competitive. The Frontier will be dueling with formidable opponents that include

the Toyota Tacoma, MazdaB2500, Isuzu Hombre, Ford Ranger, Dodge Dakota and Chevy S10. But the Nissan Frontier is

well suited for the fight with good looks, a good ride, a generous set of standard features and enough options to suit serious trucksters.

The only flaw is the lack of performance from the 4-cylinder engine. But one driver's insufficiency is another's just right. We look forward to trying this terrific truck with V6 power. When we do, we'll have to tune in to some serious country music.

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1998 Nissan Frontier Specs
Vehicle CategoryPickups
EditorDon Fuller
Model Lineup
Engines (standard)2.4-liter dohc 16v 4-cylinder
Engines (optional)
Transmissions (standard)5-speed manual
Transmissions (optional)4-speed automatic
Safety Equipment (standard)Dual airbags
Safety Equipment (optional)
Basic Warranty3 years/36,000 miles
Assembled InSmyrna, TN
Manufacturer Phone1-800-647-7261
Manufacturer URLwww.nissandriven.com
Base Price MSRP12480


1998 Nissan Frontier Specs as Tested
Model Tested MSRPSE King Cab 4x2
Standard EquipmentABS, air conditioning, power windows, locks and mirrors, 100-watt AM/FM/cassette stereo, keyless remote, security system, child seat anchors, cruise control, intermittent wipers, center console, overhead map lights, tilt steering
Options as Tested (MSRP)
Destination Charge
Gas Guzzler Tax
Price as Tested18480
Layout
Horse Power143 @ 5200
Torque154 @ 4000
Fuel Economy26/22
Wheelbase116.1
Length/Width/Height196.1/71.9/62.6
Track Front/Rear
Turning Radius35.5
Seating Capacity4
Front Head/Hip/Leg room39.3/55.2/40.8
Middle Head/Hip/Leg room
Rear Head/Hip/Leg room
Trunk Volume45.7
Payload
Towing Capacity3500
Front SuspensionDouble wishbone
Rear SuspensionLeaf spring
Ground Clearance
Curb Weight3106
Stock TiresP235R-15
Brakes Front/Reardisc/drum
Fuel Capacity15.9
1998 Nissan Frontier