2005 Nissan Frontier

Pros: Robust, rugged, well-styled, good safety rating. Comfortable with car-like interior amenities. Engine is a masterpiece.

Cons: Ride quality needs work under some circumstances. Fuel economy good by truck standards only.

The Bottom Line: A high-quality truck with an outstanding engine. Car-like interior comfort; usable back seat; many nice touches. Beefy, bold styling. Fuel economy okay... for a truck

Review: The Nissan Frontier is a highly-regarded midsized pickup truck. Targeted less at the "work truck" market and more towards the home owner with a Home Depot habit, the Frontier is a thoroughly modern truck with serious aspirations. Built in the United ...

Pros: Excellent frame and engine choices provide either great MPG or top-rate Power

Cons: Interior finish is utilitarian-plastic. Don't expect a car-like ride--it's a truck.

The Bottom Line: If you want a truck that gets great mileage or a truck that does the work of others' V8's, the Nissan Frontier will deliver.

Review: I have owned Nissan pickups since 1984. I purchased an XE model (the 4-cylinder version) in August of 2005, with a bedliner and the Popular package including the sliding rear window, tinted windows, AC, and upgraded stereo. The release of the 2005 ...

Pros: solid, smooth, powerful, reasonably priced, sprayed on bed liner with excellent tie down system

Cons: hard to reach door handles

The Bottom Line: I would highly recommend this vehicle. It is comfortable, powerful and conveniently built to haul things. If the reliability holds up, I will be highly satisfied.

Review: Before they hit the car lots, I knew about the new mid-sized Nissan Frontier and Toyota Tacoma. I had been driving a 1986 Toyota pickup long bed which I had bought new and was ready to step up to a larger but not humongous sized truck. After an excellent ...

Pros: Powerful motor, solid transmission. Smart layout in cab. 4 wheel open disc brakes.

Cons: Backseat is too upright. Inside fender wells not totally covered.

The Bottom Line: It's the right combination with the best price. What more could you ask for?

Review: First off, let me tell you that I did my research. I looked at ALL the 4 door 4x4 midsized pickups out there. Honda, Toyota, Chevy, Ford, Dodge and Nissan. Each had strengths and weaknesses. Take the time to check out Car and Driver's review at ...

Pros: POWER, bed features, roominess, handling.

Cons: Interior is more than adequate but lacks some refinements. Small price to pay.

The Bottom Line: I think this truck is the best overall buy in a mid sized crew cab. Give it a chance, you will not be disappointed. It might change your mind.

Review: Most reviews rate the Tacoma above the Frontier. I for one disagree. I have owned a Toyota for the last 15 years. If you told me last year that I would own a Nissan, I would have told you that you are crazy. However, that little recognized element of ...

Pros: Great looking truck, good gas mileage, comfortable

Cons: sunroof linked to airbags

The Bottom Line: If anyone is looking for a versatile and comfortable mid-sized truck, get the Frontier NISMO.

Review: My wife and I were looking for a good truck for our next vehicle. We looked into the Toyota Tacoma, Honda Ridgeline, and the Nissan Frontier. The Toyota was less expensive and the Honda had better power and neat features. In the middle of the ...

Pros: Power, load capacity, reliability, front seat comfort, good off-road capability in stock form

Cons: Poor stock tires, tight rear seat for adults, propensity for stone chips on rocker panels

The Bottom Line: I would recommend this vehicle for its power, good handling, and reliability, for reasons that appear in my review.

Review: I own a Storm Gray 2005 Nissan Frontier Off-Road crew cab truck, purchased new on 30 June 2005. It is a secondary vehicle, used for the specialized activities of occasional light hauling, transporting 2 to 3 touring kayaks and gear, and as a ...

Pros: Speed, agility, and nice ride

Cons: Sometimes bed is small, Head room for 6'+ers

The Bottom Line: Buy it if you are looking for a midsize and want to use cheap gas (unlike Tacoma)

Review: Purchased a 2005 Nissan Frontier Nismo Crew Cab with all the buttons and whistles. BIG improvement over my past truck, a 1999 Dodge Dakota Sport Club Cab. The Nissan handles like it is on rails, which can get tricky at high speeds on the highway. ...

Pros: Its has the Total Package.

Cons: Longer warranty like 60 months full.

Review: Looked at the Dodge Dakota, Nissan Titan, Toyota Tacoma all 2005 and selected the Nissan Frontier. Solid truck, quality built, powerful engine that has more power than the V8 Dodge Dakota. 4 wheel Disc brakes, roof rack, sprayed in bed liner, body side ...

Pros: Engine ,5spd Auto, Nice new interior, Ride handling , bed configuration

Cons: sound system

Review: I have had Toyotas most of my adult life and was planning on the 05 model. After driving both the new Frontier and the new Tacoma I see two top Quality vehicles. The Toy has better interior and I liked the composite bed but the drive was not as solid or ...