Crash Test Rating
Source   NHTSA
MPG (up to)
15 -16 City / 18 -19 HWY
Horsepower
170 -210
Seats
4 -6
Front angle view.

Positive Owner Reviews

accountCircle Blaine H
A great older small truck.
It is got the usual problems of any vehicle this old, but it is so simply engineered that repairs seem almost easy, and it is a basic enough manufacture that there is not too much that goes wrong. I have appreciated how easily I am able to do work on it, and I am not mechanically inclined. It is been a real joy to have since I purchased it in 2015.
accountCircle Rachel P
It is small and compact but still roomy. Very good on gas and mileage.
Sentimental value- love it.. Pickup truck convenient to travel in.. Dislike- lightweight, bad for weather.
accountCircle William D
It gets good gas mileage.
It's the right size for hauling what I need. It gets good gas mileage. It's reliable.
accountCircle Debbie K
2001 Nissan frontier crew cab. Low miles, loaded, and runs great.
2001 Nissan frontier se. Crew cab loaded with lots of extras. Low miles. Silver with black trim, has front grill guard as well as head and tail light guards. Grey and black leather interior in new condition. 6 CD, am/FM radio, ac, automatic seats & windows. Runs great.
accountCircle Terri M
That it is durable and long lasting.
I like that it is high quality, it's durable and stylish. I don't have many problems with it. As far disliking, i dislike that it is a gas guzzler and it makes noise when i turn the wheel to much.
accountCircle Shannon L
Nissan is wonderful and I think if anyone hasn't driven a Nissan they should.
Love my truck, it has been a great vehicle. It has most of the original parts on it, I just had to change water pump and radiator but the engine is still in great shape especially since it has over 200k miles.
accountCircle Marvin Goldsby
None better
Purchased new in 2001 . I'm the only regular driver . It now has 377000 miles on it and still running smooth . Only major expense was a automatic transmisson rebuild . My gold , at 83 yrs old , is to last longer than my truck .
accountCircle BARBARA h
It is my pride and joy. It performs great for all the chores I need to get done.
I love my truck. I'm a small woman and this truck is just the right size for me. It performs great

Negative Owner Reviews

accountCircle Joseph C
Old, battered, but reliable.
My truck is rather old, and I did not own the vehicle until it was already nearly 16 years old, so the vehicle is understandably worn from age and years of use. The air conditioning does not work anymore, and the brakes are not in fantastic shape. The windshield wiper fluid sprayers do not work anymore either. The car naturally pulls to the right and I have to consciously counteract this while driving. The seat is comfortable; despite being of a larger build and stature I am able to comfortably drive it. The position of the wheel is adjustable, which is a fantastic feature. The car is very reliable, despite its age, I have never had a breakdown or had to call for a tow truck.
accountCircle Jonathon S
It's a stick shift, learn to drive a manual
Runs well, makes a lot of noise. Get oil change often, driving it is fun. Very reliable car, great on gas.
accountCircle Sarah E
Good gas mileage, when it runs.
I bought it used and high mileage. Within a couple of months it stalled out at an intersection. It was four months until I could get the money together to replace the engine. Replacement parts were hard to come by. The brakes went out in a mountain pass, the ac couldn’t be run without putting drag on the engine. It has broken down again, overheating was a major issue. The coolant was leaking into the head gasket, and into the oil line.

Nissan Frontier Models

Models also known as Trim Levels, are used to identify a vehicle's level of equipment or special features.

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XE Desert Runner
170 HP 18-18 MPG 4 Seats
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SE Desert Runner
170 HP 18-18 MPG 4 Seats
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XE
170 HP 18-18 MPG 6 Seats
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SE
170 HP 18-18 MPG 6 Seats
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SC SuperCharger
210 HP 17-17 MPG 6 Seats
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SE w/Leather
170 HP 18-18 MPG 6 Seats
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2001 Nissan Frontier Owner Reviews

4.44
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5 stars 60%
4 stars 28%
3 stars 8%
2 stars 4%
1 star 0%
accountCircle Marvin Goldsby on June 26, 2021
None better
Purchased new in 2001 . I'm the only regular driver . It now has 377000 miles on it and still running smooth . Only major expense was a automatic transmisson rebuild . My gold , at 83 yrs old , is to last longer than my truck .
accountCircle Kathy G on January 24, 2021
My black truck that does everything I need it to do.
Love my truck. It has been very dependable. I have taken many trips in it. It is very comfortable. I can haul things in it. It also has room for 4 or 5 passengers. We have not had any major issues with our truck. It is easy to drive. What else can I say? I like my four door truck!

Ranks #1 Compact Pickup Trucks by Owners

The 2001 Nissan Frontier has an average owner rating of 4.44 out of 5 which ranks it #1 of 7 other Compact Pickup Trucks.

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4.44
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4.42
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4.12

Ranks #4 Compact Pickup Trucks by Fuel Economy

The 2001 Nissan Frontier has a combined MPG of 22 which ranks it #4 of 7 other Compact Pickup Trucks.

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25 MPG
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22 MPG
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19 MPG

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the 2001 Nissan Frontier thermostat location?

Answer: The thermostat for a 2001 Nissan Frontier is located on the front of the engine above the water pump. This is a part of the cooling system and is responsible for making sure the temps in the car are safe. If...

What is the 2001 Nissan Frontier egr valve location?

Answer: The evap canister, also known as the purge valve, on the 2001 Nissan Frontier is located to the left of the brake booster and master cylinder on the driver side firewall. The EVAP canister is filled with...

What is the 2001 Nissan Frontier ecm relay location?

Answer: The ECM relay in a 2001 Nissan Frontier is in the fuse panel that is located under the dash on the driver's side up near the gas pedal. This is the main relay that controls Your engine control module. The...

What's the 2001 nissan frontier wheel bolt pattern?

Answer: The 2001 Nissan Frontier comes in a large number of different configurations, across which it uses a total of five different tires. The stock rims will range from a 15" on the XE models to a 17" on the SC-V6...

2001 Nissan Frontier: What is the tire size and pressure, and wheel size?

Answer: The 2001 Nissan Frontier has a tire size of p255/65r16 for both the front and the rear tires. This means that the wheel size measures at 16 inches. The recommended tire pressure for this vehicle is 26 pounds...

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Safety & Reliability

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NHTSA Crash Test

Overall

Front

Rollover

Not Rated

Side

*National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
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IIHS Crash Test

Moderate Overlap Front

Side

Not Rated

Roof Strength

Not Rated

Driver-side Overlap Front

Not Rated
*Insurance Institute for Highway Safety