Overview & Reviews

The 2009 Nissan Frontier receives minor styling updates that include a new front fascia, headlights and instrument panel. Also new is available leather seating and the PRO-4X trim level, which is essentially the same thing as last year's Nismo package.

• Capable chassis, plenty of ground clearance, superb off-roader, beefy V6, pleasant highway ride, roomy interior, clever truck bed accessories.

• Interior heavy on hard plastics, regular-cab body style not available, inflexible option packages.

User Reviews:

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  Excellent Truck - 2009 Nissan Frontier
  By JV - October 16 - 11:06 pm

  I bought the 09 Frontier back in August of 08 and since then I have put 23,000 miles on it so far. It gets really good gas mileage for its engine size I average about 18 or 19 basicly I fill up when it gets to 1/4 tank and I have driven about 325 miles. Its really smooth on the highway and offroad the handling is second to none. The hill descent feature and hill start assist are really great options to have esp in the winter with snowy conditions. Overall just a great truck that can fit four people comfortably on long trips.

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  Horrible Truck - 2009 Nissan Frontier
  By Larry McEnnis - July 7 - 1:33 am

  Possibly the worse vehicle Ive every owned? All of the companies that write reviews for this truck want to praise it, then why didnt I get the same truck they rave about? The front suspension is horrible. It will not drive straight on the pavement, it wonders from side to side, and heaven forbid if you hit a pothole as it will throw the truck sideways. And talk about bump steer, Ive never experianced a truck whose steering wheel yanks to the side when you hit a bump. The steering will flat wear you out if you take it on a dirt road. It will want to pull the wheel side to side with every bump. I have owned trucks for 40 years and this is the worse. I cant wait to sell it.

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  Took the plunge from FORD - 2009 Nissan Frontier
  By Rickter - May 22 - 2:33 pm

  Set out to buy a Ford Ranger 4X4. Ford would not deal but Nissan made me a great deal. The Truck is awesome. Very Strong for a mid size. I need a tight turn radius. No wheel hop with this truck. Full size is way too big. They cant fit between many trees when 4 wheelin The wheels truly unlock and truly lock when you need it. Very nice ride. Interior is nothing to write about but nice enough. Love the 6 speed. Gas mileage average. I wanted the maneuverability in a mid with good pulling power for my HD trailer. Very nice tires and wheels stock on the Pro4X. Bed Tie down system is awesome. Test drive it, you will see.

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  Great Truck - 2009 Nissan Frontier
  By moloch16 - November 12 - 10:03 pm

  Ive owned this truck for almost a year now and I am very happy. The truck drives very well and is tightly made. I commute in this truck and get about 19mpg on a regular basis (I have a bunch of stop lights to go through). This truck can do it all - commute, tow, haul, offroad!

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  frontier - 2009 Nissan Frontier
  By tennessee fan - September 24 - 5:10 am

  Truck looks good with good v6 power response. channel tie downs are great and will come in handy. hoping MPG will improve with break-in. vehicle is tight and doors fit good. there seems to be some oversteer on the hwy driving. transmission shifts good. would rather see electric engine coolins fans than the direct engine driven cooling fan.

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  Great Truck - 2009 Nissan Frontier
  By Mike - June 21 - 9:20 am

  I am quite pleased with this truck. I was open minded towards purchasing any brand and type of truck. I chose the Frontier for several reasons:Better seating position then Tacoma (I am short); Good build quality; Power; (V6) plenty of it with decent fuel economy. Not too big, not too small; perfect size for someone who doesnt live in their truck. Drives very well; confident handling and feel. Dont be fooled, you cant have someone in the back for any long period of time in King Cab

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  2009 Frontier - 2009 Nissan Frontier
  By Susan - November 2 - 11:43 pm

  Been Toyota Tacoma driver for 14 years. Frontier seems ok so far. Rides a little ruff, think its going to be a rattling truck. Hearing some noises already, bought on 7/31. Stereo is very nice so w/volume up cant hear noises. 4cy automatic doesnt do too well w/cruise on. Like roominess cab, love access doors. Bigger than my 1995 Tacoma so Im getting used to tighter turning radius. Did cash for clunker & couldnt get Toyota. If I had do overs I might would have taken my chances on waiting to get Tacoma, that was my 1st choice. Just not sure its going to last me 14 years like last truck. On this review, Im not sure I chose the right style. Its 4Cy, king cab, power package, full bed

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  Nissan Convert - 2009 Nissan Frontier
  By Richie C - October 30 - 8:36 am

  As a proud/loyal owner of 4 Toyotas and in the market for a mid-sized pick up, it was a given that I was going to purchase a Tacoma. Keeping an open mind, however, I researched and conducted test drives on the Tacoma competition, Frontier Pro 4x in particular. I was blown away. Much quieter ride in the Frontier as well as "tighter" construction vs Tacoma. Bottom line, I am now a "Fronty" convert. Although I have only had a short while, I am very pleased with the purchase--will continue to evaluate and will post updates to review after a few thousand miles (plan an extended trip to the Rockies this summer). Bottom line--check out the Frontiers before you purchase--youll be glad you did

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  Love it! - 2009 Nissan Frontier
  By JCG - August 25 - 7:16 pm

  I miss the fuel economy of my old 1993 Mazda B2200 but the smooth, quiet ride and great acceleration on the highway are so much better than the Mazda ever was and I got a great deal. This truck is also fun to drive with very little road noise. It takes a little while to get used to the quick response when turning the steering wheel. I may change my tune if gasoline hits $4.00 per gallon again but right now im extremely pleased with my purchase.

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  Toyota overrated - 2009 Nissan Frontier
  By Mark - July 28 - 6:13 pm

  I have owned 3 Tacomas. satisfied with all 3, although very pricey and sparse inside. After much research and comparison, I am pleased with decision to buy 2009 Pro 4X, crew cab. Biggest factor, interior and price much better with Nissan. Finally, a comfortable truck with features never found in a truck. Heated leather, 6 disc/MP3, power seats and so on. The best compromise I could find between SUV and truck.