2003 Nissan Frontier Specs, Features & Options
Here's everything you need to know about each trim in the 2003 Nissan Frontier lineup. Compare pricing, specs, key features and more.
1 of 12  Frontier King Cab Pickup 2D 6 ft | 2 of 12 Frontier King Cab XE Pickup 2D 6 ft | 3 of 12  Frontier King Cab Desert Runner XE Pickup 2D 6 ft | 4 of 12  Frontier King Cab Super Charger Pickup 2D 6 ft | 5 of 12  Frontier Crew Cab XE Pickup 4D 4 1/2 ft | 6 of 12 Frontier Crew Cab Super Charger Pickup 4D 4 1/2 ft | 7 of 12 Frontier Crew Cab Super Charger Pickup 4D 6 ft | 8 of 12 Frontier Crew Cab SE Pickup 4D 6 ft | 9 of 12 Frontier Crew Cab XE Pickup 4D 6 ft | 10 of 12 Frontier King Cab Desert Runner SE Pickup 2D 6 ft | 11 of 12 Frontier Crew Cab SE Pickup 4D 4 1/2 ft | 12 of 12 Frontier King Cab SE Pickup 2D 6 ft | |||
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| Fair Market Price | $5,300 | $5,716 | $5,941 | $6,827 | $6,987 | $7,079 | $7,099 | $7,123 | $7,213 | $7,595 | $7,671 | $7,899 | ||
| Fuel Economy | City 20/Hwy 23/Comb 21 MPG | City 20/Hwy 23/Comb 21 MPG | City 15/Hwy 19/Comb 17 MPG | City 14/Hwy 18/Comb 16 MPG | City 14/Hwy 19/Comb 16 MPG | City 14/Hwy 17/Comb 15 MPG | City 14/Hwy 17/Comb 15 MPG | City 14/Hwy 19/Comb 16 MPG | City 14/Hwy 19/Comb 16 MPG | City 15/Hwy 19/Comb 17 MPG | City 14/Hwy 19/Comb 16 MPG | City 14/Hwy 19/Comb 16 MPG | ||
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | ||
| Horsepower | 143 @ 5200 RPM | 143 @ 5200 RPM | 180 @ 4800 RPM | 210 @ 4800 RPM | 180 @ 4800 RPM | 210 @ 4800 RPM | 210 @ 4800 RPM | 180 @ 4800 RPM | 180 @ 4800 RPM | 180 @ 4800 RPM | 180 @ 4800 RPM | 180 @ 4800 RPM | ||
| Torque | 154 lb-ft | 154 lb-ft | 202 lb-ft | 231 lb-ft | 202 lb-ft | 246 lb-ft | 246 lb-ft | 202 lb-ft | 202 lb-ft | 202 lb-ft | 202 lb-ft | 202 lb-ft | ||
| Towing Capacity | 3,500 lbs | 5,000 lbs | 5,000 lbs | 5,000 lbs | 5,000 lbs | 5,000 lbs | 5,000 lbs | 5,000 lbs | 5,000 lbs | 5,000 lbs | 5,000 lbs | 5,000 lbs | ||
| Payload | 1,200 pounds | 1,200 pounds | 1,200 pounds | 1,200 pounds | 1,036 pounds | 1,014 pounds | 1,025 pounds | 1,102 pounds | 1,080 pounds | 1,200 pounds | 1,036 pounds | 1,200 pounds | ||
| Body Styles | Pickup | Pickup | Pickup | Pickup | Pickup | Pickup | Pickup | Pickup | Pickup | Pickup | Pickup | Pickup | ||
| Engine | 4-Cyl, 2.4 Liter | 4-Cyl, 2.4 Liter | V6, 3.3 Liter | V6, Supercharged, 3.3L | V6, 3.3 Liter | V6, Supercharged, 3.3L | V6, Supercharged, 3.3L | V6, 3.3 Liter | V6, 3.3 Liter | V6, 3.3 Liter | V6, 3.3 Liter | V6, 3.3 Liter | ||
| Curb Weight | 3,196 pounds | 3,258 pounds | 3,258 pounds | 3,258 pounds | 3,780 pounds | 3,780 pounds | 3,797 pounds | 3,797 pounds | 3,797 pounds | 3,258 pounds | 3,780 pounds | 3,258 pounds |
| Child Seat Anchors | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Child Door Locks | Not available | Not available | Not available | Not available | Not available | Not available | Not available | Not available | Not available | Not available | Not available | Not available |
| Cruise Control | Optional | Optional | Optional | Standard | Optional | Standard | Standard | Standard | Optional | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Cruise Control | Optional | Optional | Optional | Standard | Optional | Standard | Standard | Standard | Optional | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Torque | 154 @ 5200 RPM | 154 @ 5200 RPM | 202 @ 4800 RPM | 231 @ 4800 RPM | 202 @ 4800 RPM | 246 @ 4800 RPM | 246 @ 4800 RPM | 202 @ 4800 RPM | 202 @ 4800 RPM | 202 @ 4800 RPM | 202 @ 4800 RPM | 202 @ 4800 RPM |
| Leather Seats | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | ||
| Dual Power Front Seats | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | ||
| Power Driver's Seat | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Power Windows | Optional | Optional | Optional | Standard | Optional | Standard | Standard | Standard | Optional | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Tilt Steering Wheel | Optional | Optional | Optional | Standard | Optional | Standard | Standard | Standard | Optional | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Alloy Wheels | Optional | Optional | Optional | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Drivetrain | 2WD | 2WD | 2WD | 2WD | 4WD | 4WD | 4WD | 4WD | 4WD | 2WD | 4WD | 4WD | ||
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual | Manual | Manual | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic |
| Bed Length | 6 feet | 6 feet | 6 feet | 6 feet | 4.5 feet | 4.5 feet | 6 feet | 6 feet | 6 feet | 6 feet | 4.5 feet | 6 feet | ||
| Curb Weight | 3196 pounds | 3258 pounds | 3258 pounds | 3258 pounds | 3780 pounds | 3780 pounds | 3797 pounds | 3797 pounds | 3797 pounds | 3258 pounds | 3780 pounds | 3258 pounds | ||
| EPA Total Interior | 109.2 cubic feet | 109.2 cubic feet | 109.2 cubic feet | 109.2 cubic feet | 108 cubic feet | 108 cubic feet | 108 cubic feet | 108 cubic feet | 108 cubic feet | 109.2 cubic feet | 108 cubic feet | 109.2 cubic feet | ||
| Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gallons | 19.4 gallons | 19.4 gallons | 19.4 gallons | 19.4 gallons | 19.4 gallons | 19.4 gallons | 19.4 gallons | 19.4 gallons | 19.4 gallons | 19.4 gallons | 19.4 gallons | ||
| Front Head Room | 39.3 inches | 39.3 inches | 39.3 inches | 39.3 inches | 39.3 inches | 39.3 inches | 39.3 inches | 39.3 inches | 39.3 inches | 39.3 inches | 39.3 inches | 39.3 inches | ||
| Front Leg Room | 41.4 inches | 41.4 inches | 41.4 inches | 41.4 inches | 41.1 inches | 41.1 inches | 41.1 inches | 41.1 inches | 41.1 inches | 41.4 inches | 41.1 inches | 41.4 inches | ||
| Minimum Ground Clearance | Not Available | 9.6 inches | 9.6 inches | Not Available | 9.6 inches | 9.9 inches | 9.9 inches | 10.3 inches | 9.6 inches | Not Available | 10.3 inches | 10.3 inches | ||
| Overall Length | 196.8 inches | 196.8 inches | 196.8 inches | 196.8 inches | 199.9 inches | 199.9 inches | 217.8 inches | 217.8 inches | 217.8 inches | 196.8 inches | 199.9 inches | 196.8 inches | ||
| Payload Capacity | 1200 pounds | 1200 pounds | 1200 pounds | 1200 pounds | 1036 pounds | 1014 pounds | 1025 pounds | 1102 pounds | 1080 pounds | 1200 pounds | 1036 pounds | 1200 pounds | ||
| Front Shoulder Room | 55.3 inches | 55.3 inches | 55.3 inches | 55.3 inches | 55.3 inches | 55.3 inches | 55.3 inches | 55.3 inches | 55.3 inches | 55.3 inches | 55.3 inches | 55.3 inches | ||
| Truck Bed Volume | 44 feet | 44 feet | 44 feet | 44 feet | 33 feet | 33 feet | Not Available | 33 feet | 33 feet | Not Available | 33 feet | 44 feet | ||
| Turning Diameter | 38.7 feet | 38.7 feet | 38.7 feet | 38.7 feet | 38.7 feet | 38.7 feet | 38.7 feet | 38.7 feet | 38.7 feet | 38.7 feet | 38.7 feet | 38.7 feet | ||
| Wheel Base | 116.1 inches | 116.1 inches | 116.1 inches | 116.1 inches | 116.1 inches | 116.1 inches | 131.1 inches | 131.1 inches | 131.1 inches | 116.1 inches | 116.1 inches | 116.1 inches | ||
| Width with mirrors | 66.5 inches | 66.5 inches | 66.5 inches | 66.5 inches | 71.2 inches | 71.2 inches | 71.2 inches | 71.2 inches | 71.2 inches | 66.5 inches | 71.2 inches | 66.5 inches |
FAQs
Does the 2003 Nissan Frontier have a turbo?
No, the 2003 Frontier does not have any trim packages that offer a turbo engine at this time. For a more detailed look at the 2003 Frontier specs, features and options check out Kelley Blue Book's 2003 Nissan Frontier specs page.
Is the Nissan Frontier underpowered?
It depends on your definition of underpowered. The 2003 Frontier ranges in power from the Pickup 2D 6 ft with 143 horsepower to the Super Charger Pickup 4D 6 ft with 210 horsepower. For a more detailed look at the 2003 Frontier specs, features and options check out Kelley Blue Book's 2003 Nissan Frontier specs page.
How much horsepower does a 2003 Frontier have?
The 2003 Frontier ranges in power from the Pickup 2D 6 ft with 143 horsepower to the Super Charger Pickup 4D 6 ft with 210 horsepower. For a more detailed look at the 2003 Frontier specs, features and options check out Kelley Blue Book's 2003 Nissan Frontier specs page.
All 2003 Nissan Frontier Trims and Styles
- 2003 Nissan Frontier King Cab Pickup 2D 6 Ft
- 2003 Nissan Frontier King Cab XE Pickup 2D 6 Ft
- 2003 Nissan Frontier King Cab Desert Runner XE Pickup 2D 6 Ft
- 2003 Nissan Frontier King Cab Super Charger Pickup 2D 6 Ft
- 2003 Nissan Frontier Crew Cab XE Pickup 4D 4 1/2 Ft
- 2003 Nissan Frontier Crew Cab Super Charger Pickup 4D 4 1/2 Ft
- 2003 Nissan Frontier Crew Cab Super Charger Pickup 4D 6 Ft
- 2003 Nissan Frontier Crew Cab SE Pickup 4D 6 Ft
- 2003 Nissan Frontier Crew Cab XE Pickup 4D 6 Ft
- 2003 Nissan Frontier King Cab Desert Runner SE Pickup 2D 6 Ft
- 2003 Nissan Frontier Crew Cab SE Pickup 4D 4 1/2 Ft
- 2003 Nissan Frontier King Cab SE Pickup 2D 6 Ft
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