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True to it's Nissan/Datsun heritage
anymouse1, 02/13/2012
2001 Nissan Frontier 2dr King Cab XE 2WD (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
14 of 14 people found this review helpful
I've owned 3 of these trucks, starting with a 1970 Datsun PL521 (my first truck), and a 95 Nissan Hardbody XE. This 2001 base model XE 4 cylinder 5 speed is as good and reliable as the prior trucks. I bought it in June 2008 and it had only 85K on it. It now has 116K, and is barely broken in. When I first got it, I repainted it the original Silver and installed a new set of Firestone A/T tires. I've only performed basics maintenance and a tune up and a newer battery. I've driven this truck on one long trip to MO to bring back a bass boat from my Dad's place. It towed pretty well, even in the Western VA mountains. (3rd gear up hills) I highly recommend this truck!
Daily commuters delight
daily commuter, 09/04/2010
2001 Nissan Frontier 2dr King Cab XE 2WD (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
23 of 24 people found this review helpful
I bought my truck in 2001. my registration date was 9-11. This truck got 94,000 on original tires. 105,000 on brakes. 160,000 and counting on the clutch. I just took off the seat covers and the seats are like brand new. I'm giving the truck to my son and I believe he will continue to enjoy it. I just got the front wheel alignment done for the first time last week. Mostly freeway miles but I have taken it in the mountains and to the ocean. I got 24 miles to the gallon but I had to cruise at 63 miles an hour to do it. If you put 89 octane in it you will get the 27 miles a gallon they claim. And you get to go 65 miles an hour. I will miss this vehicle.
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My first Pick-up
Frontier Frank, 04/06/2010
2001 Nissan Frontier 2dr King Cab SC-V6 2WD (3.3L 6cyl S/C 4A)
8 of 8 people found this review helpful
Bought brand-new. Went into dealership to purchase another type of vehicle could not make a deal and asked if they had any of the new super-charged pick-ups. Drove it, bought it and 9 years later have no regrets. It's the most fun vehicle to drive and the workmanship and paint of the vehicle have been outstanding. Turned out the dealer I bought it from was the best I have ever dealt with.
Efficiency over Power
bkaiser, 09/12/2006
2001 Nissan Frontier 2dr King Cab XE 2WD (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
I bought this truck used from an individual in 12/05 and have since put about 12,000 miles on it. Overall, I love this little truck for what it is: an inexpensive, efficient little hauler. It's not very powerful or roomy on the inside, but for a "compact" truck (of which there really aren't any more, these days) it excels in many other areas. I routinely average 26 mpg on the highway (as high as 30mpg on a couple of trips) and about 22 mpg in mixed/city driving -- this is fantastic, I think, given that this is a TRUCK and not at all designed for efficiency. I've had a few mechanical issues to deal with (front suspension bushings worn, rear shocks worn) but nothing major to date.
I love Frontiers
mutants-dad, 11/05/2006
2001 Nissan Frontier 2dr King Cab XE 2WD (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
I love this truck. I've had no maintenance problems with it. It hauls what I need it to haul. The price was right and it got great mileage for a truck. It was built so tough that when I was involved in an accident with a dumb kid driving a Sequoia my little truck got the better of that big SUV.
Love-it, if you can afford fuel
Dan Myers, 08/08/2008
2001 Nissan Frontier 2dr King Cab XE-V6 4WD (3.3L 6cyl 5M)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
This truck can go anywhere, and do just about anything. I keep it nice and clean and get so many compliments on its beefy, in your face look. I like the fact that I can work on it myself easily, even though I have had no major problems just the normal wear items. The rear bumper is hard to keep from chips even though I have factory oversized mud flaps. Love the color med. blue with dark gray trim. The worst is the mileage 13.5 around town, and 15.4 on a trip, for a small truck?? I have buddies with full sized trucks who do better. But I still like the truck.
Nice little truck...
jsan, 03/01/2002
2001 Nissan Frontier 2dr King Cab XE 2WD (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
Excellent for in town driving and for carrying light cargo. Offers decent comfort and convenience, and outstanding reliability for a reasonable price.
Love my Frontier!!
FrontierLuver, 07/10/2008
2001 Nissan Frontier 2dr King Cab XE 2WD (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
5 of 7 people found this review helpful
I've got 78,000 miles on my baby and I have no complaints whatsoever. Have not had one problem. Have done nothing but regular maintenance. I would highly recommend this truck to anyone looking for a good, solid, reliable little truck.
fun with some issues
nissan owner, 10/02/2009
2001 Nissan Frontier 2dr King Cab SE-V6 4WD (3.3L 6cyl 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
It has the power you would expect from a V6. The four wheel drive is great. Has good clearance. Has good strong wheels and big tires so it is capable of going of the beaten path if needed. The only problems so far are that we needed to change the alternator when I first got it and the front upper control arms needed the bushings replaced to fix negative camber on the both sides of the front. The most recent issue this truck has is it makes a grinding or scraping noise like metal on metal on the passengers side right before the transmission shifts up. When the tranny shifts the sound goes away. Hasn't effected the performance but sounds horrible. 1,2,3, on fan motor don't work,don't mind
a miata with a truck bed attached!
bpm, 11/01/2002
2001 Nissan Frontier 2dr King Cab SC-V6 2WD (3.3L 6cyl S/C 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
This is a great truck. I have not had any problems. It is fast, fun to drive and handles great. the seats are very comfortable and the cd changer is really good. The only dislike so far is a few minor squeaks and rattles and the premium fuel requirement for the supercharger will cost you!
so sad
jkuntz1056@aol.com, 11/14/2002
2001 Nissan Frontier 2dr King Cab XE-V6 Desert Runner 2WD (3.3L 6cyl 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
My dessert runner is 18 months old with 17000 miles. I am 46 and do not drive off road or drive it hard. This week the bearings went out in the engine. Nissan is installing a new engine. They said it was nothing I did, it happens.
Under-rated, well-priced
wmetcalf, 09/08/2003
2001 Nissan Frontier 2dr King Cab XE 2WD (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Amazing what $15,000 will buy these days! My wife loves it! Comfort and quietness of a sedan. Decent mileage (26-27 hwy). No problem cruising and passing in excess of legal speed limits. Excellent handling, great visibility. Great highway truck. Plenty of interior storage, cup holders, aux. lights. Little 4-banger dies out at anything under 2500 rpm though, making it less than ideal for a lot of stop- and-go.
Better than I expected
James McE, 12/10/2005
2001 Nissan Frontier 2dr King Cab SE-V6 4WD (3.3L 6cyl 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
This truck has proven itself to be more than I could have expected. Since I put 30k or more miles per year on a vehicle, I didn't expect to keep this truck for more than two years... I have now owned my truck for almost 4 years and it runs just as strong as it did when I bought it. The only negetive points I can think of is the wiring for the license plate lights in the rear and the front headlights. the interior dome light is somewhat dim as well, and the seats have a bit to be desired in the lumbar area, not very forgiving on your lower back on long hauls. Otherwise, this truck has my complete satisfaction, too bad they changed the body style after only 4 years...
from the big guy
Robvd, 03/08/2002
2001 Nissan Frontier 2dr King Cab XE 2WD (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I am 6'2" 300 lbs, I like the fuel economy of a compact pickup for in town driving. I have plenty of room and comfort in the truck.
it's got what i need
amlikethewind, 03/26/2004
2001 Nissan Frontier 2dr King Cab XE 2WD (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
3 of 4 people found this review helpful
paid 7900 - 43k miles, great condition. it's our third vehicle behind a passat (speed) and explorer (road trips. drives great for a truck - i can take turns hard and it's got enough acceleration to pass the idiots yapping on their cell phones. this is a strong 4 cyl engine, and i got 26 mpg on the first tank. i'm the meanest person i know - kicked a lot of tires and yelled at a lot of sales people. this truck had the best combo of comfort, price, and reliability i could find. also, the dealer was quite reasonable to deal with - i would recommend them (http://www.jaymitsubishi.com/en_US/)
Problem Vehicle
77, 05/28/2003
2001 Nissan Frontier 2dr King Cab XE 2WD (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
This is not a well built truck. I had 27 trips to the dealer for major repairs such as brakes, the ABS system failed twice, and I still have problems. Dealer support is almost non- exsistent, and contacting Nissan directly was useless.
GREAT TRUCK
JW63, 07/28/2008
2001 Nissan Frontier 2dr King Cab SC-V6 2WD (3.3L 6cyl S/C 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
After owning my desert runner s/c for almost 8 yrs I feel qualified to to write this review. The performance of this truck is always a kick. My friend at work has a hemi Dodge and he cant catch me! The interior looks great, and not out of date yet. The leather seats have held up remarkably well and are comfortable on short hauls or long trips. The back seat area was fine up until my daughter turned 7, then it got tight. I have read a few reviews saying they had problems with front end alignments and short tire life.. Mine has never been touched and I got 49,000 miles out of the original firestones. The fuel mileage is mediocre, but I would buy another in a heartbeat!
Gas Hog
shawn60095, 01/07/2003
2001 Nissan Frontier 2dr King Cab SC-V6 4WD (3.3L 6cyl S/C 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
My Nissan is a Gas Hog. I am getting 13 miles per gallon,in the winter, and 15 in the summer. I know why the differnce form weather to summer is the cold, and no my foot is not to the floor. But this kind of mileage is very very very poor. I live in the north and we have bad winter, I had to get snow tire because nissan put summer tires on a 4x4 truck(how dumb). I wish nissan would do somthing with the frontier. with out the supercharger they are the weakest small truck out there. I had a Toyota Tacoma with the v6 and was getting 19 to 20 year round. I should have kept my Toy.
Frontier For A Frontiersman
Duane Truman, 09/24/2003
2001 Nissan Frontier 2dr King Cab XE 2WD (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
As a former Nissan truck owner, I'm aware of it's strong value as a dependable, sturdy truck with very reasonable fuel economy. My new Frontier XE only reaffirms my belief in the Nissan line as it performs smoothly, rides better than any other truck I test drove and has the most appealing face of any truck on the market...as recognisable as many classics that it's sure to become.
Rear End Problem
203, 02/04/2005
2001 Nissan Frontier 2dr King Cab XE 2WD (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
After 43,000 miles the rear-end destroyed itself. Over the course of 43,000 miles it was used to haul a 1000 pound load 10-12 times. Other than that, it was used only for light weight items. The 4 cylinder version severely suffers from acceleration underperformace problems but the fuel milage is good. Don't expect the dealership to suggest that a repair may be covered under warranty. They may act like that the truck doesn't have a warranty.
3RD NISSAN
CAPE FEAR, 10/28/2003
2001 Nissan Frontier 2dr King Cab XE 2WD (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
THIS IS MY THIRD NISSAN, MY LAST ONE HAD 250000 TROUBLE FREE MILES, I'VE GOT 44000 TROUBLE FREE MILES ON THIS ONE, THEY MAKE GREAT TRUCKS. I JUST WISH THE 2001 HAD MORE LOW END POWER.
Go Frontier!!!!!!
monzee, 12/23/2003
2001 Nissan Frontier 2dr King Cab XE 2WD (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I have thouroughly enjoyed my nissan frontier since I have had it I have done nothing more than have regular oil changes and replaced one brake bulb very low maintence
Love It
Chipchick, 02/10/2004
2001 Nissan Frontier 2dr King Cab SC-V6 2WD (3.3L 6cyl S/C 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I have driven many different trucks in my time, but Frontier has been the most enjoyable. It can certinaly turn heads and makes to proud to drive it. Gas mileage sucks, but I guess there is a draw back on everything. I'll pay for it.
Great Compact Truck
S. Carlblom, 01/06/2005
2001 Nissan Frontier 2dr King Cab XE 2WD (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I've owned my 2001 Nissan Frontier for a little over a couple months now, and have had no problems. It drives great, but could use a little more power out of the 4-cyl. motor. Its styling is impeccable, interior and exterior. I get great gas milage, about 25+ hwy, and 20 city. It's very reliable, and always runs well. It had everything I was looking for in a compact truck.
great truck
Tony Eberhardy, 09/25/2006
2001 Nissan Frontier 2dr King Cab SC-V6 2WD (3.3L 6cyl S/C 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I bought my truck used 10/05. I love this truck and plan on buying another one like it whent the time comes. It has good power, great looks, and is very reliable. The only drawback is the gas mileage, I get about 18 miles a gallon.
Stylish, economical pickup
usaf52, 03/05/2002
2001 Nissan Frontier 2dr King Cab XE 2WD (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Initially bought the truck because I liked the styling & it received excellent reviews from auto critics. Have not had one complaint or any trouble in 13K of driving.
DON"T BUY!!!!
rustyvell, 01/02/2004
2001 Nissan Frontier 2dr King Cab XE 2WD (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 3 people found this review helpful
A/C breaks down every 5-6 months. No power in the 4 cycl. eng. Service at dealerships No Help!
dud
golddust, 03/13/2004
2001 Nissan Frontier 2dr King Cab XE 2WD (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 4 people found this review helpful
This vehicle appears to be sold for its looks; as a truck, it is next to worthless, especially given the that is equipped with a fake spare tire.
01 Nissan Frontier
tdd, 07/30/2002
2001 Nissan Frontier 2dr King Cab XE-V6 4WD (3.3L 6cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Loved this truck from the day I first saw it! I drove a Toyota to compare, but there really was no comparison. The Nissan handled and rode considerably better and feels better made. The Toyota had a more performance-oriented engine, but the Nissan is more of a workhorse. My truck has almost every feature available for the XE (including V6), and it was thousands cheaper than a comparable Tacoma.
2 Dr SE Desert Runner XCab
mattsmith20, 10/21/2002
2001 Nissan Frontier 2dr King Cab SE-V6 Desert Runner 2WD (3.3L 6cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Good overall truck for the money. Mechanically superb. Styling is unique.
Great Lil' Truck
ATG, 02/16/2003
2001 Nissan Frontier 2dr King Cab SE-V6 Desert Runner 2WD (3.3L 6cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Has been a great little work horse. Have hauled "lots of materials in it. Really fun to drive! Get a lot of comments about its looks!
My First New Car
brian numkena, 08/03/2003
2001 Nissan Frontier 2dr King Cab XE 2WD (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I found the truck to be priced well for my dollar. Did have a few problems, one with the rubber piece between the fenders and plastic trim (came loose), the other was a bad seal on my steering box (Nissan replaced, was under warranty). Lacks power but is a 4 cyl. I feel the fuel economy is not reasonable, but is better then the competition.
Rear ABS problems
MeHere, 09/16/2003
2001 Nissan Frontier 2dr King Cab XE 2WD (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Nice truck, but had rear ABS problems from the beginning. Dealer no help, told me ABS was fine. It did work in the beginning but after 3 or 4 K miles it did not work, snow or rain and the rear brakes did not work. It even failed the two year inspection and the dealer charged 50 bucks to adjust the rear brakes !
great truck
david stark, 12/06/2003
2001 Nissan Frontier 2dr King Cab SE-V6 4WD (3.3L 6cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
it has been a very good truck , great dealer service iat mossy nissan el cojon, 4 wheel drive has worked great in the snow witer times would buy again.
truck necessities
lumpdog, 12/14/2003
2001 Nissan Frontier 2dr King Cab SE-V6 4WD (3.3L 6cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
The market for a midsize pickup is extensive. My requirements were 6 cylinders, man trans, 4wd and extended cab with one of those sliding rear windows. To find exactly what you are looking for takes time. I liked the nissan for the clearance it offered off the ground and the supposed good mileage while still havin a little bit of ass to it. So far it performs well on the beach, i did get it stuck (had my cousin pull me out) but that was due to pilot error. It has the necessary power, but mileage is not ideal. ive only had it a couple months so im still finding the ideal gear spots. it tends to be a bit noisy in the low gears though.
Good, reliable, and dependable
Reliable as heck, 09/15/2007
2001 Nissan Frontier 2dr King Cab XE-V6 Desert Runner 2WD (3.3L 6cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I bought this truck 2 years ago. So far I've only replaced one 25 dollar AC blower motor, the tires, and the oil (occasionally). The thing has over 115,000 miles and runs like a champ. I have never, ever, ever had a single problem with it that prevented me from doing what I wanted to do with it. I use it for bikes, canoes, hauling wood, driving around town, and I've never had any performance difficulties with my manual transmission. Plastic bumpers have a tendency to fade after awhile.
Great for the money
Monty, 12/19/2002
2001 Nissan Frontier 2dr King Cab XE-V6 Desert Runner 2WD (3.3L 6cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I have a desert runner with v6 manual trans. This is my second Nissan truck. The first one was an 1988 HD long bed v6 that had 225000 miles. That truck held up so well I had to buy another. I love my new one, its so smooth and drives great. Everyone complains about the gas mileage but mine is no different than my old truck. I think the gearing is to low,the engine runs at 3000 RPM at 70 MPH, but it has 4x4 gearing.
ROMPING IN THE DESERT.
RICH ABRO , 03/30/2002
2001 Nissan Frontier 2dr King Cab XE-V6 Desert Runner 2WD (3.3L 6cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I BOUGHT MY FRONTEAR TO REPLACE MY 2 DOOR. I COULD NOT GET ALL MY FRIENDS IN THE SMALL TRUCK. THE 2001 4X4 HAS A LOT OF POWER FOR CLIMBING IN THE MOUNTAINS, BUT POOR GAS MILEAGE IN THE CITY. I LOVE MY TRUCK. RICH A.