Overview & Reviews

The 2013 Nissan Frontier receives a few engine and aerodynamic tweaks that improve fuel economy slightly. Inside, there are some new available features, including a rearview camera, dual-zone climate control and a navigation system. Nissan has also revised the truck's trim level names and option packages, including the addition of a new Desert Runner trim.

• Agile handling.
• Stout bed lining and tie-down points
• Strong V6
• Easy-to-use cabin controls
• Sturdy chassis

• Limited rear legroom on crew-cab models
• Uncomfortable rear seats.
• Regular cab body style not available

User Reviews:

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  didnt due enough homework - 2013 Nissan Frontier
  By budelman - September 18 - 10:03 pm

  Driving truck under 60 mph rides very nice , have to check speed as dont realize your going 60, at 70 mph have to have two hands on steering wheel to keep in the lane, at 80 mph need two fisted death grips to keep vehicle on road feels like driving in hurricane vehicle all over the road, Interior plastic or vinyl scraches too easy pernament scuffs marks just from work boots only 2 weeks old and notice blemishes on back plastic bed wall, although its not possible looks like sun damage, Engine while driving is always shifting gears and speeding up on its own. I have a commercail A license and have driven every type of vehicle you can think of tractor trailer to bucket trucks,. I usally get g

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  Lots of pep@1600 miles - 2013 Nissan Frontier
  By hoosierhaunts - June 24 - 10:09 am

  So far I like it. Toyota 2wd sat low. Rear seats are better than Toyota too. Love the blue metallic exterior color. Too new and too early to review gas mileage. Think it will be fine. Does not seem to be thirsty. 3rd Nissan truck Ive owned. First crew cab, with V6 5A. When Im not driving my Nissan truck, Im a driving a FedEx truck. My Nissan Frontier handles well at highway and interstates, no problems.

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  Rugged and Reliable - 2013 Nissan Frontier
  By rod71 - November 28 - 5:12 am

  I had this truck for about 7 mths now. Bought new. It is a rugged little truck. I say little even though its consider as a mid size truck. On the out side it gives the illusion that its has a roomer interior. Nissan could have made it a few in wider and added a few in of leg room for back seat passengers. 1 week after having the truck I exp. a loud clanking noise during start ups, and while driving until the engine warmed up. The dealer tried to tell me it was normal but turn out to be a loose cooling fan. Now my drivers side window makes scraping noise when the window is let up or down. Looks like I need a new regulator. Other than that its a great truck, but with bad gas mileage.

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  @1000 miles - 2013 Nissan Frontier
  By dmantic - July 14 - 4:49 pm

  So far, truck is working out well. Minimal road noise for a pickup. Plenty of power. Steering tracks very good, especially at high speed. Seats firm and comfortable. Interior not well thought out. Too many cup holders that could have been used for storage compartments. Cheap plastic chrome exterior trim. 21+mpg mixed hwy/city. Overall, good value when compared to competition with similar equipment. Fun to drive.

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  AWESOME small truck!! - 2013 Nissan Frontier
  By chris3215 - September 14 - 1:57 pm

  This is my very first light weight truck and I will tell you I love the way it handles and I drive manual so the 6 speed if great, fast pick up in speed, great to take out on the trail. This truck out shines all the GMC light weight and Chevys light weight is how well made it is nothing cheap on the Frontier. Looking very forward to many years with this truck. Well worth what I paid.

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  A Jaunty Truck - 2013 Nissan Frontier
  By igopogo - August 3 - 1:25 am

  Purchased new, currently at 16 months and 13,000 miles. The size of the KC truck is ideal for my purposes; roomy enough to accommodate two people (good sized) with luggage inside. Its dimensions are not too big to handle today’s traffic and parking situations, but are large enough to provide a comfortable ride. I wish it were quieter but will try to improve this area with future tire selection. I prefer the Frontier’s more upright chair-like seating position over the Tacoma (the only other truck I considered).

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  Manual midsizes, a lonely club - 2013 Nissan Frontier
  By chriscmore - January 26 - 5:37 am

  I chose the Frontier over the Tacoma, because the Frontier is 5% smaller but with a larger bed, and a larger engine with better economy. Its also noticeably a few years fresher in design. I got the now-discontinued PRO-4X with 6sp manual, which had to be shipped from Oregon to Nebraska. The 6sp is a lot of fun, but the reverse gear is hard to find and should have been to the left like German autos. The tailgate extender is nice because its easy to remove. The bed divider is functional but a bit obnoxious in that its not an easy one-side affair to move or get out of the way. Love the step rails and tie anchors. The cruise control didnt work and I have an oil leak to have serviced.

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  I love this truck! - 2013 Nissan Frontier
  By clconner - November 2 - 9:39 pm

  I owned a Tacoma TRD crew cab and while I enjoyed the truck, I didnt enjoy paying for it. A few years later, I find myself in the market for another vehicle, so I gave the 2014 Frontier SV 4x4 a try... and its every bit as great as the Tacoma, minus the sticker shock. It handles great, rides smooth (takes potholes in Northern Virginia like a champ), has a lot of get-up-and-go, and the interior is even more comfortable than my Tacoma was. Im looking forward to owning this truck for many, many years.

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  Its a real work truck - 2013 Nissan Frontier
  By heiliner - October 29 - 10:52 pm

  I just purchased my 4th Nissan Frontier. I traded in a Nissan D21 that I had for 25 years. My 2013 is a 4 cylinder, 5 speed, S model King Cab. It was priced about $3000 below a similar Toyota Tacoma. The truck has crank windows, no power locks, and no Bluetooth. The first tank of gas I got almost 28 mpg in city and rural driving. On the second tank full I got 25 mpg. The secret is to shift around 2200 rpm. The truck is clunky and dated and simple transportation. For every 100 miles I drive this Frontier I save about $8 over the Tundra parked next to it in fuel costs.

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  Cheap to buy, cheap to own - 2013 Nissan Frontier
  By robert_bell - November 27 - 3:36 am

  I bought this to tow our 3,500 lb Casita travel trailer. We added a Leer Cap. We have a 2013 crew cab SV with 4.0 2WD and 5-speed auto. The 265 HP is more than adequate and beats our old BMW X5 3.0 by at least 30 HP. Steering at highway speeds is vague and it wanders, but I noticed the tires are wearing on the inside and I believe the factory set the front-end with too much toe-out. The headlight aim needs adjusting, too. The sterro is OK, but the iPod starts by itself sometimes for no reason. We added add-a-leaf springs to the back for towing, as it sagged a bit when loaded. Overall, it was about what I expected for a $25,000 vehicle.