Overview & Reviews

The Frontier is all new for 2005. Changes include a new and more powerful V6, two new transmissions, advanced off-road systems and a larger size for better passenger comfort.

• Class-leading V6 engine, larger size for improved passenger and cargo room, innovative bed features, advanced off-road systems.

• Fewer model options than competitors, average interior materials.

User Reviews:

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  Awesome - 2005 Nissan Frontier
  By Jon - January 1 - 4:46 pm

  My dad bought his truck after his 2003 GMC Sierra had transmission problems for the life of the truck. I got to drive the Frontier around and wow, what a cool truck. Its very solid, and handles really well for a truck. The engine has a lot of power, but it doesnt pick up till after the revs get toward 3000 rpm. It has 2 glove compartments and storage between the seats, which is pretty nice too. Gas mileage isnt so great yet.

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  Sportscar with truck bed - 2005 Nissan Frontier
  By JimInFLA - August 19 - 11:56 am

  I purchased my 05 Frontier 2wd used w/ about 10k miles. Traded in an 02 Chevy Avalanche. It was great but the gas was killin me and we dont need the 4wd in FL. My Fronty has plenty o power... its like a sportscar w/a truck bed, I swear! I love the beds adjustable tiedown system. Not crazy about the roofrack but it does have a sunroof that is nice, although I mostly run the A/C. Im a lead foot and I can get about 17-19 mpg doing about 75-85 mph on the highway. Its squirrely in the rain b/c its sort of light in the backend like my old 98 2dr Tahoe. The front seats are uncomfortable on long road trips. They also need to redo the center console so you have an elbow rest.

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  Gas gas gas - 2005 Nissan Frontier
  By Brian VABeach - April 30 - 8:10 pm

  Ok so everyone konws that your going to get bad MPG on gas but not this bad....i have had my Frontier for 3 weeks now and am at 1500 miles and still only getting 17.7 - 17.9 MPG ....Horrible!

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  No regrets whatsoever - 2005 Nissan Frontier
  By fronteeer - April 28 - 5:06 pm

  I bought my 05 Frontier in October 2005, and Im still in love with it. Its a great truck for taking your friends to pick up replacement parts for their Fords, Chevys and Dodges when they break down every week. It has about 30,000Km (~18,600 miles) on it and everything is still as tight as new. I put an ARE hinged tonneau cover on it, which is disappointing because the bed is short so you cant reach anything in the back without climbing in, so get a rolling cover and youll be much happier. Definitely get the step bars too, because the front tires zing rocks at the rear fender flares. You can get great fuel economy if you drive this truck very gently, but... why would you do that? :)

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  A top midsize contender - 2005 Nissan Frontier
  By kiwi - April 3 - 5:10 am

  Overall this has been a great truck to own. its fun and easy to drive, with almost sporty handling and a very strong drivetrain. The driving position is comfortably upright with good all round visibility, easy controls and ample room for a six footer. Rear seats are cramped even for kids but theres good usable space back there for additional cargo. The utili-track bed system and factory applied bed liner are very practical. I dont know why all trucks dont have this as standard. The dealer took care of some initial interior rattles, but otherwise the truck has performed flawlessly. Hard interior plastics are showing there age already. Average real fuel economy is 17MPG, 14 City, 22HWY.

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  Disappointed in Nissan - 2005 Nissan Frontier
  By LK Texas - February 29 - 12:40 pm

  This is my third Nissan pickup (80,82,05). Of the three I am really disappointed in the quality of the vehicle. I ONLY have 26,000 miles on it and already the exhaust manifold requires replacement (TSB was not sent to me), my fuel gauge sending unit is shot, and the wiper reservoir cracked. I will end up doing all the repairs as I will not pay for dealership service. Only good thing is I put on a Gibson performance exhaust, a custom CAI with a AMSOIL intake filter, replaced ALL fluids with AMSOIL and I am now getting 25 city and 33 highway. If nothing else goes out I will keep it. Otherwise, I will consider another manufacturer.