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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Parking brake reminder chime
The parking brake reminder chime will sound if the vehicle is driven at more than 4 MPH (7 km/h) with the parking brake applied. Stop the vehicle and release the parking brake. ...

Unlocking doors
Unlocking doors 1. Carry the Intelligent Key. 2. Push the door handle request switch 1 . 3. The hazard warning lights flash once and the outside buzzer sounds once. 4. Push the door handle req ...

Rear window and outside mirror defroster switch
To defog/defrost the rear window glass and outside mirrors (if so equipped), start the engine and push the switch on. The indicator light 1 will illuminate. Push the switch again to turn the ...