2007 Nissan Frontier SE 4.0L
Summary:
This truck is incredible
Faults:
Nothing at all in 10,000 kms.
General Comments:
This it the third review I've written on here.
This truck is incredible!
I recently put a Nissan tow package on my Frontier SE 4X4 CC and have been towing my 21 foot '07 Jayco Jay Feather 213 EXP travel trailer with it. The trailer weighs around 4800lbs dry and all loaded up it tows very well, struggles a little on hills when the tanks are full, but otherwise great. I did get the Reese weight distribution hitch and Anti-Sway bar which I feel are necessary for towing such a large trailer with this little truck. There is no squat on the back end when hooked up... The only complaint I might have is that gas mileage is reduced significantly when towing.
I also hauled around 2500lbs of paving stones, for a short distance and there was considerable squat on the back end, but no bottoming out even on bumpy roads - not something I would suggest as it's tough on the suspension, but it's nice to know I CAN haul like that for short distances if needed.
While driving freely, the ride is smooth, very quiet (I did get that rubber spray on the underside of the truck mind you) and all-around comfortable.
The dealer was great, very flexible with pricing and options, nice people and added bonuses like the car care workshop and included full roadside assistance are a nice touch.
I haven't had to take it back to the shop except to have the tow package installed and for an oil change - nothing has gone wrong so far in the 10,000kms I have put on it.
I haven't done any hardcore 4x4ing as I am running the stock tires, but I have done some good mudding and light trail riding and all-in-all the truck performs very well.
Downsides would be that with an infant seat in the back there is little room left for passengers back there, and the turning radius is kind of crappy... Not good for when you're out on a trail ride and end up in a dead end that's not big enough to turn around in or in a small parking lot.
Other than that though I really love this truck, it is great on gas, easy on the eyes, the stock stereo is great, the towing/hauling capabilities are incredible for a light-duty, it accelerates very quickly on flat road in any gear (even 6th!)... I would recommend it 100% for anyone considering purchasing it.
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes
Review Date: 24th June, 2007
4th Feb 2009, 21:12
I also have a 2007 Frontier and use it to tow my snowmobile trailer. It tows very nicely but as you stated it does struggle on hills.
The only complaint is that the mirrors are very small and do not allow visibility around my trailer. If anyone knows a good set of extended mirrors let me know.