New Nissan Frontier, is imposed by design and technology - El Esquiu

2022-07-16 00:32:30 By : Ms. Grace Xiao

The new Nissan Frontier is already on the market with very good acceptance from the demanding van-loving public, a vehicle that adapts to all the needs of a work and pleasure vehicle.The restyling of this new Frontier is inspired by the Titan -the full-size pick-up that the brand markets in North America- and is especially concentrated in the front sector, in which the enormous grille stands out with a prominent frame that can be grey, graphite or chromed and embossed with the name Frontier –or Navara, depending on the market-.The bumper was also redesigned, with the fog light surrounds pushed further out to highlight the width of the vehicle and the lower air intake.In addition, the angle of attack seems to have been improved.Special mention for the headlights, which have a C-shaped light signature and four Led projectors per side that give it a more sophisticated appearance.The bonnet completes the set, with more marked ribs that convey greater robustness.The vehicles now come with new alloy wheels, while at the rear the internal design of the headlamps has been modified, also with a C-shaped light signature, while the cargo box lid sports the Frontier name stamped in the lower part and to the width, in addition to a new bumper with steps and a black appliqué to facilitate access to the cargo area.The brand highlights that the cargo box is the best in the category in terms of payload and volume: the compartment has a greater height compared to its previous version – (it grows up to 48 mm more on the sides) – and has a capacity to receive up to 1,098 kg.In addition, the tie-down hooks have been relocated to the bottom, near the floor, to provide more options for attaching loads of different sizes.Each of them now has a capacity of up to 400 kg (4 times more than before).In the passenger compartment there are also several modifications.First of all, the new Nissan Connect multimedia system stands out, compatible with Android Auto/Apple CarPlay and more USB ports, tweaks to the instruments -now with a higher resolution 7” TFT display- and the new steering wheel, with a design similar to the latest products presented by the Japanese firm such as the Versa or the Sentra.At the equipment level, it adds a rain sensor, automatic closing when filming, automatically folding mirrors and the Intelligent Around View Monitor system with cameras that, in addition to 360º vision, now allows detecting moving objects and an off-road function, to better visualize obstacles in off-road driving.With this update, the pick-up adds disc brakes on all four wheels, while the most equipped versions incorporate a driving assistance package consisting of a frontal collision alert, autonomous emergency braking, a fatigue detector, a gear change alert, unintended lane, blind spot and rear cross-traffic alert and trailer sway control.As we anticipated, two new versions are added, Platinum and PRO-4X as new top of the range.The Platinum stands out for its more refined aesthetics, with full Led headlights with projectors, chrome details and exclusive design alloy wheels.Inside, it has specific upholstery and coatings along with the aforementioned driving assistance package.For its part, the PRO-4X differs from the rest of the portfolio due to its much more aggressive and off-road aesthetics, aiming to compete with the Toyota Hilux GR-Sport.It has black and graphite details on the grille, the bumper protection -with two red towing hooks-, wheel arches with black protections, side steps, roof bars, mirror housing and wheels painted in the same color. tone.It also has higher profile off-road tires.Doors inside adds specific upholstery and coatings with the embroidered PRO-4X logo on the backrests along with the aforementioned equipment innovations.Another piece of information is the modifications in its platform: the Frontier received the same reinforcements developed by Mercedes-Benz for its failed X-Class, along with a reinforced rear axle, rear disc brakes and rear differential lock in the PRO-4X.The brand also mentions improvements in soundproofing, with more insulating material and laminated glass.With regard to the mechanics, there are two engines: 2.3 dCi (turbo) with 160 CV/403 Nm of torque and 2.3 dCi (biturbo) with 190 CV/450 Nm of torque, available with a 6-speed manual gearbox or a 7-speed automatic transmission. speeds, with 4×2 and 4×4 drive with Active Brake Limited Slip Differential (ABLS).