2006 Nissan Frontier Consumer Reviews

!!!!!!!!!!WOW!!!!!!!!

Written by: andy on 08/24/2009

Vehicle

2006 Nissan Frontier XE 4dr King Cab SB (2.5L 4cyl 5A)

Review

I have the xe 4 cyl in an automatic, I swapped the tires and rims and this truck can do anything! Very very happy with my purchase... Just change the oil and go! Tuff truck! No problems and it just turned 43,000 miles. I bought it used, great gas mileage for a truck... Can tow, haul anything I throw at it! Just love it!

Favorite Features

quality, interior and exterior looks, can't pinpoint just one thing.. just love it all around...

Suggested Improvements

none....? maybe better turning radius

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Repair Nightmare

Written by: Mike on 08/06/2009

Vehicle

2006 Nissan Frontier SE 4dr King Cab SB (4.0L 6cyl 5A)

Review

I enjoyed the truck for the first 6 months and then the run on repairs started, first was new rackinpion system, then came the new steering column, then new tie rods, and now finally over $500 to find and repair the leak causing the Service Engine Light to stay on. This was the 5th Nissan I've owned (2nd Frontier) and will be my last. I've talked to several mechanics both Nissan and private and all have expressed the downward trend of Nissan's reliability.

Favorite Features

Suggested Improvements

2 out 2 people found this review helpful

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A great all around truck

Written by: G.V.Romano on 08/01/2009

Vehicle

2006 Nissan Frontier SE 4dr King Cab 4WD SB (4.0L 6cyl 5A)

Review

I bought a leftover '06 and have driven it almost 50k miles in 2yrs. and 9 months. Nothing has ever gone wrong, zero problems. I'd like a little better in town mileage but who wouldn't ? I'm 6'1" and I can drive this truck for days at at time and am always comfortable unlike the Toyota I also looked at. This truck has taken me off road, hauling approx.400 lbs. up a logging road and it felt like it was empty. I've used it for work and play and I've never second guessed my buying choice. It handles very well, better than some cars I've driven. The engine is stout and the transmission always knows what gear to be in. The steering very communicative and the truck feels nimble and responsive.

Favorite Features

Steering, handling and power.

Suggested Improvements

Yes, the interior could be a little more plush, but at the end of the day, it is a truck. I'd like to have heated side view mirrors but that's all that comes to mind.

1 out 1 people found this review helpful

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Great All-Around Truck

Written by: jaynovak on 04/03/2009

Vehicle

2006 Nissan Frontier SE 4dr King Cab SB (4.0L 6cyl 6M)

Review

Have driven exclusively Nissan Cars and Trucks since 1987, as have my 2 sons. Never had any problems with them. This 4.0 6 speed has awesome power and load capacities. I was driving 25 miles to work on rural roads and getting 24 mpg at 60-70 mph. Now retired and drive in town, and still get 22 mpg. 2 hints for mileage, drive easily when you accelerate and use a good grade of gas. I was getting 20 mpg using a discount gas, but switched to shell and get steady 22+, using regular.

Favorite Features

Power and dependability and quality. I have now problem with Ford V-8's or Dodge V-8's.

Suggested Improvements

Extend the cab about 12 more inches and put bench seat in back.

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Great Truck Good Value

Written by: Ohio Frontier on 03/30/2009

Vehicle

2006 Nissan Frontier Nismo 4dr Crew Cab 4WD SB (4.0L 6cyl 5A)

Review

I just bought a USED 2006 NISMO 4x4 38000 miles. On the drive home 21 MPG at about 70 MPH cruise control. Around town 15.6 MPG. I was concerned that the truck was going to be too stiff with the 4x4 and NISMO package. However it is very smooth to drive on pavement with low road noise and sturdy feel. Happy with my purchase everyone should look at this truck if you want a mid size. The Tacoma had a bad seating position for long trips and the domestic trucks just don't measure up. This is my first Nissan and so far so good.

Favorite Features

Rockford Fosgate system is nice and sounds great. Nice on center steering feel. Not to big but plenty of room inside.

Suggested Improvements

I like the NISMO seats for the adjustment however the seat pad could be a little longer. The sunroof takes up a lot of the rear seat headroom you can still put a 6' person back there just looks tight.

1 out 2 people found this review helpful

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Pretender

Written by: Morris on 01/25/2009

Vehicle

2006 Nissan Frontier SE 4dr Crew Cab 4WD SB (4.0L 6cyl 6M)

Review

The Nissan Frontier does not deserve to be rated near the top of this class. I wish I would have gone with a Toyota or even the Chevy. The build quality on the Nissan is average at best and the engine is very sluggish for supposedly having over 260hp. The gas mileage is poor for a compact pickup, I used to get better from my full size. This truck doesn't come close to measuring up to a Toyota in any way, and I would even rate the Chevy a better truck for the money. I would not recommend this truck to anyone.

Favorite Features

The bed liner and utili-track system in the bed.

Suggested Improvements

Better engine, more refined ride, a limited slip that is actually useful, better paint quality, a floor shift for the 4wd, more comfortable seats, a more useful center console, less plastic in the interior (it scratches very easily), a spring or latch on the fuel door, improved rear window defroster

2 out 5 people found this review helpful

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'06 Nissan Frontier SE Automatic

Written by: rowdycowboy85 on 09/12/2008

Vehicle

2006 Nissan Frontier SE 4dr King Cab SB (4.0L 6cyl 5A)

Review

I LOVE this truck! The only thing that's a slight downer for me at this point is gas mileage (only cause gas is so high. It wasn't so bad when I first got it) but it's still great for a truck. The power of this thing is almost beastly. It's light rear end can make your tires squeal easily, especially in the rain. Push the pedal and you GO with this baby. It's especially quick on the highway between about 70 and 90. I've never had any real problems with it at all. At least nothing to speak about. If you can afford this vehicle and are in the market for a great truck then I'd highly suggest you buy one.

Favorite Features

The power, the size. It's comfortable for me. Everything is pretty much where I want it.

Suggested Improvements

The stock stereo could be a little better. I would rather the jump seats in the back face each other than sit straight forward.

6 out 6 people found this review helpful

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Hate to see it go

Written by: Masked Bandit on 07/26/2008

Vehicle

2006 Nissan Frontier LE 4dr Crew Cab 4WD SB (4.0L 6cyl 5A)

Review

I bought my "Fronty" last fall when I was getting back into a truck. I had it narrowed down to this or an Avalanche. I chose the Frontier based on prior Nissan ownership that was rock solid. This truck has not let me down. The only problem is that with two kids now (both in car seats) there just isn't enough room in the back. Other than not fitting the two car seats, this is probably by far the best truck I've ever owned. TONS of power, very reasonable gas mileage if you keep your foot light and the factory Rockford Fosgate stereo is amazing. Once these rug rats are out of the car seats I'll be back to a Frontier.

Favorite Features

Rockford Fosgate stereo, POWER, tie-down system in the bed (forget what it's called), great fit & finish, value... way better bang for the buck over Toyota Tacoma.

Suggested Improvements

Give me a few different colours on the interior. Even on my top of the line LE with leather, it's like someone painted everything on the inside with the same can of grey paint. Also, if the back seats were 15% bigger, I'd never own another truck.

5 out 5 people found this review helpful

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BUY ONE!!!!!

Written by: Alec on 05/18/2008

Vehicle

2006 Nissan Frontier SE 4dr King Cab 4WD SB (4.0L 6cyl 6M)

Review

I use my truck for hauling, towing, hunting, and as a daily driver. I get around 18 mpg all around mostly in city driving with my mom driving a lot of them and she is bad at driving a stick shift. It has very good offroad capabilities. It is very fast and has a lot of power and torque. It has a very big bed and i can fit my yamaha kodiak (fourwheeler) in the back. People and edmunds often complain about the hard plastic interior, but you have to remember that this is a truck not a little car and hard plastic is tough and will last. Buy a Frontier

Favorite Features

6 speed manual, power, mpgs, high ground clearance, great ride, low road noise, and layout of controls

Suggested Improvements

Better sound system hard wired for an ipod, better stock tires, 4x4 shifter and manual locking hubs ( more reliable), more skid plates

3 out 3 people found this review helpful

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Go with the NISMO!!

Written by: Andrew Brill on 04/20/2008

Vehicle

2006 Nissan Frontier Nismo 4dr King Cab 4WD SB (4.0L 6cyl 6M)

Review

Bought an 06 Frontier NISMO, and love it!! 42000km and no problems except for gas tank hinge and window tracks. Lots of power on and off the pavement. Overall, great truck!!

Favorite Features

6 speed manual, rear-locking diff, lots of power.

Suggested Improvements

Gas mileage, paint chips too easily, interior design could be more flashy

3 out 3 people found this review helpful

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