2011 Nissan Frontier review

Full-size trucks are a chore to drive in the city — we know; we've done it — so we wanted to see how Nissan's midsize Frontier would handle an urban environment, as well as a junkyard run to get some used parts.

There were clear maneuverability and parking advantages that came with this truck's smaller size, but in one particular way the V-6 Frontier is a lot like its larger siblings — and not in a way you'd want.

In short, while the V-6 Frontier packs a lot of useful capability in a condensed package, if you've had a chance to sit in any of the newer full-size trucks on the market, you may be disappointed with the Frontier's cabin styling.

To see a side-by-side comparison of the 2009 and 2010 Frontier, click here.

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Heated seat (if so equipped)
The front seats are warmed by built-in heaters. 1. Start the engine. 2. Push the low or high position of the switch, as desired, depending on the temperature. The indicator light in the switch w ...

Control panel buttons — color screen with Navigation System (if so equipped)
1. Display screen 2. MAP button* 3. DEST button* 4. ROUTE/VOICE button* 5. INFO button (P. 4-5) 6. SETTING button (P. 4-6) 7. Volume control knob 8. (brightness control) button *For Navigat ...

Types of tires
● When changing or replacing tires, be sure all four tires are of the same type (i.e., Summer, All Season or Snow) and construction. A NISSAN dealer may be able to help you with info ...