2002 Nissan Frontier Research & Reviews

Overview & Reviews

Average Score

4.23/5 Average
121 Total Reviews
This Year's Model Updates:

Nissan continues to enhance its compact pickup line with the introduction of the 2002 Frontier Crew Cab Long Bed, the first compact crew cab pickup to offer a full-size bed. Other improvements for the Frontier lineup include a redesigned instrument panel and console and an available Rockford Fosgate-powered audio system.

Pros:
  • Supercharged power, bold styling, wide variety of body configurations.
Cons:
  • Cramped rear seats for Crew Cab pickups.

User Reviews:

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  • 2002 Nissan Frontier - 2002 Nissan Frontier
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    Good truck, nice interior, comfortable. Poor power, not really fun to drive.

  • just bought one - 2002 Nissan Frontier
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    I just bought my 02 Frontier CrewCab with the 6 bed, and althoughive only put 25 miles on it, it is so nice. i think i wount have any regrets for buying it.

  • Love my Truck - 2002 Nissan Frontier
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    Overall, Ive been very happy with my truck. It rides and drives like a truck, a little slow to start, but passes without having to downshift. I have noticed that the ABS light has been on faintly since I got the truck, although dealer says it is fine - Ive been told "all of them are like that". Only other problem was the rear window started leaking during heavy rains due to a poor seal around the brake light on the cab.

  • had 3, but no more, EVER!!! - 2002 Nissan Frontier
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    This is my 3rd Frontier. I had a 2000 Frontier that I had bought NEW and had a ton of problems with it. These trucks need to be made in Japan where the assembly process is much better! Anyway, I gave Nissan another chance when I bought a loaded up 2001 Frontier Crew Cab 4x4... I only had it for 3 months and it seemed ok?! Here I am in another Frontier, and it has problems galore. Radio went out already, raw gas smell under the truck that is undiagnosable and catalytic converter smells every few days. On top of that, now I have some electrical issues that who knows what itll cost. Im trading it and will absolutely NEVER buy a Nissan truck again.

  • I Love my truck - 2002 Nissan Frontier
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    I bought my 2002 Nissan Frontier KC with 35000 miles on it and i love it it could use a lower gear in the rear end and a better clutch but over all this truck is great! this is my first truck i couldnt have picked a better one, if you are looking for a ranger,forget about it, the nissan is the best way to go. it has japinese quality and reliabilty and a higher resale value also. this is just a great truck over all.

  • New Owner Review - 2002 Nissan Frontier
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    First time Ive owned a new vehicle without even a hint of problems. The crew cab is best thing Ive bought, truck, sedan, SUV all in one. Im getting about 20mpg with all highway miles, better than the sticker, but, not certain why they cant get that healthy engine at around 25mpg on the highway. Mileage my only complaint.

  • 3.5 Year owner says "Good Truck" - 2002 Nissan Frontier
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    It has been my primary vehicle for 3.5 years and I have just turned over 70K miles. I commute 28 miles one way every day with this vehicle, have taken it off road a handful of times and hauled numerous heavy loads. I pretty much abuse my vehicles and dont baby them. If I keep the highway speed under 70 mph I average 20 MPG. The horn broke after 1.5 years while it was still under warrenty, other than that I have had zero problems with this vehicle ,nothing but oils changes. The truck has held up well, still starts and runs like a new one. I would definitely consider buying a Nissan again.

  • Great Truck - 2002 Nissan Frontier
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    Excellent handling and the super charger provides great power. Looks cannot be matched by any other compact.

  • Great Toy - 2002 Nissan Frontier
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    I read the reviews. I did my research. I found one on the internet. Without even a test drive, I bought it and the dealership drove it down to me (4hrs one way). If you want a small truck that has the OMMPH, here ya go. If you expect to get 20+MPG.. dont buy this truck. It is a PERFORMACE vehicle. Fun to drive and no major issues so far.

  • Frontier SC - 2002 Nissan Frontier
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    This is the second Frontier Ive had and this time I will never purchase another Nissan again. I had reliability issues with the first Frontier that I had, a 2000 and was offered a "good deal" on a trade in on a 2002. The 2002 has been no better. This vehicle is extremely costly to maintain.

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