2015 Nissan Frontier review
Nissan Frontier highlights
Customer rating
Pros
- Brawny V6
- Choice of manual or automatic transmissions
- Solid Pro-4X off-road capability
Cons
- Heavy, slow steering
- Spongy brake pedal feel
- Intrusive highway road noise
Mileage (EPA estimate)
15 city, 21 highway, 17 combined
Pricing for current inventory
(no current inventory)
All Nissan Frontier years
What is new for the 2015 Nissan Frontier?
- Frontier trims have been upgraded with Navigation System and Bed Liner as standard equipment this year.
- Full Leather Interior and Long Bed features are now available as options on select trims.
5 reasons to buy the 2015 Nissan Frontier
1. Choose classic truck styling
During these times of crossovers and SUVs, you may want a truck that looks like a truck. Whether you choose the crew cab or king cab style, the 2015 Nissan Frontier offers a high-utility open bed that is perfect for carrying camping gear, boating equipment, or building supplies. The front grille is defined by angled struts and bordered by a beefy bumper.
2. Reimagine a truck bed
The Frontier goes a step further by including two channels in the bed, and one in the header, in addition to the side rails—perfect for tying gear down. The 2015 Frontier is available with a longer bed configuration in two crew cab packages, which gives you an additional 13 inches of added length. The space will come in handy when you're squeezing in that last stack of concrete blocks or one more bicycle.
3. Pick your power
If you like having a V6 under the hood, you are in luck. The 2015 Frontier offers a four-liter, 261-hp option that is perfect for pulling a boat or a camper out to the great outdoors. If you want something that is more thrifty, consider the in-line, four-cylinder engine with 152 hp. The smaller engine, which is only available in the 4x2 king cab configuration, will give you an EPA-estimated 19 mpg city and 23 mpg highway on two-wheel drive models with the manual transmission.
4. Shift your thinking
You may like the convenience of an automatic transmission while others prefer to choose their own gear. If you go automatic, a five-speed will keep your torque adjusted. If you decide the manual is better, you can get a six-speed manual with the V6 model. The king cab four-cylinder models offer a five-speed, while models equipped with the four-wheel drive system include shift on the fly.
5. Select more options
Depending on which engine and transmission you select, there are other goodies available, including AC and advanced electronics. Heated seats and leather seats are also available on some models along with a moon roof and roof rack. So keep an eye out for those must-have features as you may be able to find them on a used 2015 Frontier.
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Ratings & reliability
Customer ratings
4.1 out of 5
13 customer reviews| 5 Stars | 8 |
|---|---|
| 4 Stars | 1 |
| 3 Stars | 2 |
| 2 Stars | 1 |
| 1 Star | 1 |
RepairPal gave the Nissan Frontier an overall reliability rating of 4 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Excellent. This rating ranks Nissan Frontier 2nd out of 8 among Midsize Trucks.
View RepairPal's full rating of the Nissan FrontierNissan Frontier features and specs
SV 2WD 4D Crew Cab
Standard Features
- ABS Brakes
- Air Conditioning
- Alloy Wheels
- AM/FM Stereo
- Automatic Transmission
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- Bluetooth Technology
- CD Audio
- Cloth Seats
- Cruise Control
- Overhead Airbags
- Power Locks
- Power Mirrors
- Power Windows
- Side Airbags
- Traction Control
- Bed Liner
- Cloth Seats
- Front Seat Heaters
- Long Bed
- Parking Sensors
- Rear Defroster
- Rear View Camera
- Running Boards
- Satellite Radio Ready
- Tow Hitch
Drive Wheels
Rear Wheel Drive (2WD)
Engine size
4.0L
Horsepower
261
Torque (ft-lbs)
281
Engine type
Gas
Fuel capacity
21.1
Wheelbase
125.9"
Overall length
205.5"
Width
72.8"
Height
70.1"
Leg room
F 42.4"/R 33.6"
Head room
F 40"/R 38.7"
Front tires
P265/70TR16
Rear tires
P265/70TR16
Seating capacity
5
Max towing capacity
630/6300 lbs.
Transmission
Automatic
2015 Nissan Frontier FAQ
The 2015 Nissan Frontier is available in multiple trims, each with its own estimated fuel economy, here are the EPA estimates for each trim:
- SV : 19 MPG City and 23 MPG Highway
- SL : 16 MPG City and 22 MPG Highway
- S : 19 MPG City and 23 MPG Highway
- Desert Runner : 16 MPG City and 22 MPG Highway
- PRO-4X : 16 MPG City and 21 MPG Highway
The Nissan Frontier received a rating of 4 out of 5 stars from RepairPal, which RepairPal describes as Excellent. This rating ranks the Nissan Frontier as 1 out of 8 among Midsize Truck
The 2015 Nissan Frontier has received an average 4.1 out of 5 stars from our customers. If you're in the market for a 2015 Nissan Frontier, check out reviews from customers just like you. 2015 Nissan Frontier Reviews.
The 2015 Nissan Frontier has a maximum towing capacity of between 3500 and 6500 pounds, when properly equipped. Various factors may impact towing capacity, including weight of passengers, cargo, and options/accessories.
Here is what's new for the 2015 Nissan Frontier:
- Bed Liner
- Navigation System
- Full Leather Interior
- Long Bed
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