2005 Nissan Frontier

At a Glance

Pricing $16,250 - $26,200
Drive Types RWD, 4WD
Engines 2.5l I4, 4.0l V6
Transmissions A5, M5, M6
Fuel Economy 14-19 (city), 19-23 (highway)

The third generation of the Frontier is longer, wider, and taller than its predecessor. It has a fully boxed frame which is based on the F-alpha chassis from the full-sized Titan. Four wheel disc brakes are standard. Engine choices include a 2.5L I-4 (152 bhp) and 4.0L V-6 (261 bhp). Other notable options include a 6-speed manual or a 5-speed automatic, 2WD or 4WD, and King Cab or Crew Cab. An off-road package adds Bilstein® shocks and a locking rear differential. The Frontier is built in Tennessee.

What Changed:

SE trim level is now available for 4-cylinder models.

Model/Trim/Package Engine Original MSRP
Frontier King Cab XE 2.5l I4 (152-bhp) M5 RWD $16,250
Frontier King Cab SE 2.5l I4 (152-bhp) M5 RWD $18,350
Frontier King Cab SE 4.0l V6 (261-bhp) M6 RWD $19,150
Frontier King Cab SE 2.5l I4 (152-bhp) A5 RWD $19,400
Frontier King Cab SE 4.0l V6 (261-bhp) A5 RWD $20,200
Frontier King Cab SE 4.0l V6 (261-bhp) M6 4WD $21,850
Frontier King Cab SE 4.0l V6 (261-bhp) A5 4WD $22,900
Frontier King Cab LE 4.0l V6 (261-bhp) A5 RWD $23,450
Frontier King Cab LE 4.0l V6 (261-bhp) A5 4WD $26,150
Frontier King Cab Nismo 4.0l V6 (261-bhp) A5 RWD $23,500
Frontier King Cab Nismo 4.0l V6 (261-bhp) M6 4WD $25,150
Frontier King Cab Nismo 4.0l V6 (261-bhp) A5 4WD $26,200