2012 Nissan Frontier

About this Nissan Frontier

This 2012 Nissan Frontier SL is listed at $11,495 with 144,004 miles on the odometer. Powertrain: 4.0L V-6 Gas V, Automatic, 4WD. EPA-estimated fuel economy is 14 city / 19 highway MPG. Finished in Avalanche, this Pickup Truck is well suited to daily driving and longer trips. Available at Prestige Motors of Malden in Malden, MA. Contact the dealer directly through Carlify to schedule a test drive or request more photos. Looking at other gas options? Use the related links below to compare similar listings on Carlify.

Back in the days of the Old West, the frontier was a rough-and-ready kind of place. It's also a pretty apt way to describe the 2012 Nissan Frontier.In practical terms, that means this compact pickup can handle the rough conditions a truck owner is likely to throw at it. As for the ready part, the Frontier is offered in enough different variants that it's capable of filling a wide variety of roles: affordable work truck, tough off-road explorer and occasional family transporter.Credit for this flexibility goes in part to the Frontier's rugged construction, powerful V6 engine and relatively agile handling. The long list of standard features and available options also makes it possible to tailor the basic vehicle to match your intended use. If there's a significant downside, it's that the rear seats are rather upright and consequently uncomfortable, especially in extended-cab versions.Admittedly, a big reason the 2012 Nissan Frontier looks so good is the shortage of worthwhile alternatives. The Dodge Dakota has been discontinued and the current-generation Chevrolet Colorado/GMC Canyon twins leave a whole lot to be desired. The Honda Ridgeline is an intriguing choice for buyers looking for a carlike ride and a comfortable cabin, but it's less rugged and far more expensive than the Frontier. That leaves the Toyota Tacoma, which is very comparable to the Frontier but places more emphasis on style and comfort over get-'er-done capability.

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