2000 Nissan Frontier Review
Price Estimate: $1,676 - $2,625

Nissan Frontier model years
Nissan Frontier types
- Extended Cab
- Crew Cab
- Regular Cab
Edmunds' Expert Review
by the Edmunds Experts
Pros
- Powerful engines, good ergonomics, spacious interiors. Four-door Crew Cab is an industry first.
Cons
- No V6 in Regular Cab models, frumpy styling.
What’s new
Nissan's pickup line expands to 11 models, including the new Desert Runner and a four-door Frontier Crew Cab.
Edmunds says
New crew cab body style adds functionality to Nissan's tame compact pickup.
For sale near Hattiesburg, MS
19 listings
- Not provided
- 1 accident, 5 owners, personal use only
- 3.3l 6cyl
- Orr Nissan of Hot Springs (303 mi away)
- Crew Cab
- 3500lb Towing Capaci...
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Located in Hot Springs, AR
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: No
Personal Use Only: Yes
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
16 Combined MPG (15 City/17 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: 1N6ED27T8YC310622
Stock: 641535B
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 06-12-2025- 88,812 miles
- No accidents, 8 owners, personal use only
- 3.3l 6cyl
- Wolff Auto Sales (381 mi away)
- AWD/4WD
- Extended Cab
- 3500lb Towing Capaci...
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Located in Clarksville, TN
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AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: Yes
Personal Use Only: Yes
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
15 Combined MPG (15 City/17 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: 1N6ED26Y5YC356471
Stock: 356471B
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 06-21-2025
Vehicle overview
Nissan has been selling trucks in this country for more than 40 years. In 1998, they decided to redesign the pickup and for the first time ever, gave it a name: the Frontier. Today, Frontiers range from the entry-level, two-wheel-drive XE Regular Cab to the top-of-the-line, four-wheel-drive Crew Cab SE V6. There are 11 Frontier models available for 2000, including the new Desert Runner King Cab and Frontier Crew Cab.
The Desert Runner is a two-wheel-drive V6 King Cab pickup truck, and Nissan expects to sell it to "style-conscious buyers who do occasional off-roading." Built on the four-wheel-drive Frontier chassis, the Desert Runner offers the same rigidity, ride height, ground clearance and rugged looks as the 4WD pickups, but at a lesser price. Available in XE or SE trim levels, the Desert Runner comes equipped with a full-size spare tire, extended passenger compartment with dual jump seats, large fender flares with mud guards and special badging. Weighing 500 pounds less than the 4WD pickup and powered by Nissan's 170-horsepower, 3.3-liter V6 engine, the Desert Runner makes 200 foot-pounds of torque at 1,500 rpm. The truck can be had with a five-speed manual transmission, which can tow 3,500 pounds, or a four-speed automatic transmission, which can tow 5,000 pounds.
For 2000, Nissan Crew Cab buyers will be among the first in the U.S. to own a pickup with four full-sized, forward-hinged doors. The four-door configuration allows five passengers to climb aboard easily. The Crew Cab's bed is about 18 inches shorter than the standard Frontier, but an optional bed extender is available. Built on the same chassis as the Desert Runner, the Crew Cab is also powered by the 3.3-liter V6 and comes as a two- or four-wheel-drive model. The 4WD Crew Cab features automatic locking hubs, a shift-on-the-fly feature and an optional limited-slip differential. Standard equipment includes ABS, air conditioning, rear privacy glass, AM/FM/cassette stereo and heavy-duty skid plates. A tubular-style roof rack that can be fitted to carry skis, mountain bikes, kayaks or luggage is optional.
Other Frontiers are available in a multitude of configurations: Regular Cab or Extended King Cab in basic XE or uplevel SE trim powered by either a 143-horsepower, 2.4-liter inline four or the aforementioned 3.3-liter V6 (the latter available in King Cab only). A five-speed manual and four-speed automatic are the transmission choices, and all Frontiers (except Desert Runner) can be selected with two- or four-wheel drive. Four-wheel-drive systems are of the shift-on-the-fly variety on V6 Frontiers, allowing the driver to select it at speeds up to 50 mph.
Inside, the Frontier has a user-friendly, if somewhat dated-looking, control layout. Seats are reasonably comfortable for front passengers, but only children or pets will want to ride in the rear section of the King Cab. Surprisingly, Nissan has not seen fit to offer a third or fourth door on the King Cab, and making use of the rear quarters a pain in the butt, at best.
With a relatively tame on-road ride, credible off-road credentials and the deepest cargo bed in the class, the 2000 Frontier promises comfort, utility and a model to suit nearly any pickup buyer's needs. And now, you can use all four doors to crawl inside.
Cost to Drive
Monthly estimates based on costs in Mississippi
$155/mo for Frontier XE
Frontier XE
vs
$190/mo
Avg. Compact Truck
Nissan Frontier Owner Reviews
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4 out of 5 starsspy77, 02/06/2011
2000 Nissan Frontier XE 4dr Crew Cab SB (3.3L 6cyl naturally aspired 5M)
I use to be a Chevy guy, but Nissan knows how to build cars and trucks. Being my third Nissan, the Frontier is a overall really good truck. The V6 engine could use a little more power, but it gets the job done. It's now at 98,000 miles and still runs like new. I did have to replace the exhaust manifolds due to cracks, and the battery died after the 6th year. I do all the repairs myself, … so it hasn't cost me much. I am now planning on replacing the timing belt, water pump and hoses. I have already replaced the O2's plugs, wires, cap and rotor along with the drive belts, since I am a strong believer in preventive maintenance. Truck has proven to be highly reliable and still performs like new.
Very Solid Crewcab 4x4 Mountain Truck!
4.88 out of 5 starspeijae, 03/27/2014
2000 Nissan Frontier SE 4dr Crew Cab SB (3.3L 6cyl naturally aspired 5M)
I am person that has had over 35 cars since the age of 16, partially from hobby and partly for experience. The best vehicle I had owned was the 2008 Tacoma, but had to get out of heavy payments and let it go. Since then I always wished from at least a small truck bed after a few SUVs.
Living in the mountains of Colorado, I need plenty of power, decent fuel economy, passenger room and … real 4x4 utility. Not the easiest combo to find. I ended up getting a Frontier and it is truly one excellent mountain truck. Lifted, built, 33's, 5 speed, headers and intake: Excellent power up and down hills, 15-22 mpg, and very capable off road. I like it as much as my old 2008 Toyota Tacoma. A 200k keeper.
2000 Nissan Desert Runner
4.25 out of 5 stars2000 Nissan Frontier, 05/09/2010
2000 Nissan Frontier XE Desert Runner 2dr Extended Cab SB (3.3L 6cyl naturally aspired 5M)
Bought this truck used in 2001, it had 36,000 on it. Paid $10,500. It's been a great truck very reliable I currently have 165,000 miles on it and runs great. Fuel economy not so good 17-18 mpg. Tires last a long time with no alignment needed, just rotate and balance. I've used Amsoil Synthetics in it for years and change the oil every 15,000 miles. I use it as a service truck in my … business and it's been a good work horse.
nissan frontier
5 out of 5 starsdfmcarlson, 05/28/2011
2000 Nissan Frontier XE 2dr Regular Cab SB (2.4L 4cyl naturally aspired 5M)
My dads 2000 nissan frontier 4x4 4 cyl manual has been the most reliable truck, he bought it new it has 260,000 miles everything in the truck is still all original has never been touched, same water pump,same thermostat,same clutch and pressure plate you name it its still all there. except for a cracked exhaust manifold i just replace a couple days ago. its been beat up bad its been … threw water up to the hood waters coming in the truck but does not burn any oil at all for almost 300,000 miles no truck could ever last and have been beat up as this one has.
2000 Frontier Highlights
Extended Cab
XE
Engine Type | Gas |
---|---|
Combined MPG | 21 MPG |
Cost to Drive | $155/month |
rear wheel drive | |
Max Towing Capacity | 3,500 lbs. |
Safety
IIHS Rating
The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety uses extensive crash tests to determine car safety.
- Small Overlap Front Driver-Side TestNot Tested
- Small Overlap Front Passenger-Side TestNot Tested
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – OriginalPoor
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Side Impact Test – OriginalNot Tested
- Side Impact Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Roof Strength TestNot Tested
- Rear Crash Protection / Head RestraintNot Tested
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