2003 Nissan Frontier Research & Reviews

Overview & Reviews

Average Score

4.47/5 Average
114 Total Reviews
This Year's Model Updates:

Nissan's compact pickup rolls into 2003 with many new enhancements. Most interesting is a power-operated retractable top. The "Open Sky" top -- essentially a giant sunroof -- is optional on Crew Cab models. For safety, Nissan has added standard dual-stage front airbags for Crew Cabs, standard LATCH child seat anchors on King Cabs and Crew cabs, an optional stability control system and an optional tire pressure monitoring system. Other changes for 2003 include 10 more horsepower for normally aspirated V6 models, a driver seat-height adjuster and standard Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD). King Cabs now have standard ABS, a new storage bin and a new first aid kit (V6 only).

Pros:
  • Wide variety of body configurations and trim levels, many safety and convenience features.
Cons:
  • No third door on King Cabs, cramped rear seats for Crew Cabs.

User Reviews:

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  • mpg lousy for a small truck - 2003 Nissan Frontier
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    like most things about the truck (the drive, how it handles, etc.). Interior controls are good, however mpg horrible for a small truck. less than 15 on the interstate, less than 12 in town. I bought the truck thinking fuel mileage would be reasonable (most small trucks are).

  • WHAT VOLVO? - 2003 Nissan Frontier
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    SUPER TRUCK. LOVE THE 4 DOORS. GREAT RUGED LOOK

  • 03 Frontier - 2003 Nissan Frontier
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    Great truck, not too small and not too large. Just the right size to haul large items, yet still fit comfortably in a parking space.

  • Excellent Truck - 2003 Nissan Frontier
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    This truck is awsome, it drives great and has no problems at all. GREAT BUY!

  • Super Charged - 2003 Nissan Frontier
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    Great Truck. A pleasure to drive.

  • My Frontier Experience - 2003 Nissan Frontier
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    For the most, this vehicle is a good handling truck but very high on gas consuming. THe air conditioner and heat exchanger are very poor and the interior space is very limited, specially in the back seat.

  • valuable exposure - 2003 Nissan Frontier
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    overall, vehicle provides a continual high value performance. this is based on constant positive responses to all handling manuever attempts.

  • Frontiers Amazing - 2003 Nissan Frontier
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    I have always had Toyotas, I thought Id try Nissan. The Nissan feels heavier, but has better center of gravity feelilng. Has outstanding noise supression cab. In WV, running 70 up hills in 5th gear feels good! I had to drive 3 hours in 4WD in near white-out snow, the vehicle was very stable and reliable, rarely broke traction and handled well. My only disappointment is the consistent 15-17 mpg. However, considering all the other pluses I have no regrets. Frontier delivers on demand every time.

  • LOVE MY TRUCK - 2003 Nissan Frontier
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    With over 100000 mi i have had no problems. the dealer is superb in quality of work and price.

  • It gets complements all the time!!! - 2003 Nissan Frontier
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    Great truck and very good looking, cause it has been complemented alot!!! Fun to drive, definitely!!!!! Gas mileage could be better but I think it is geared pretty low in the higher gears!!!!!! Back seat is a little tight for the average adult but my kids love it!!!

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