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2003 HIGHLIGHTS
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Trim Levels
ALL 2003 NISSAN FRONTIER TRIMS
| Trim | Body | Engine | MPG | HP | Seats | MSRP | Score | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| StandardTop Rated | Truck (King Cab) | 2.4L | 21 | 143 | 4 | $13,149 | MyCar Score™63.3 | Look Up VIN |
| XE | Truck (King Cab) | 2.4L | 21 | 143 | 4 | $14,199 | MyCar Score™63.1 | Look Up VIN |
| XE | Truck (King Cab) | 2.4L | 19 | 143 | 4 | $15,349 | MyCar Score™62.3 | Look Up VIN |
| XE-V6 Desert Runner | Truck (King Cab) | 3.3L | 17 | 180 | 4 | $16,339 | MyCar Score™62 | Look Up VIN |
| XE-V6 Desert Runner | Truck (King Cab) | 3.3L | 16 | 180 | 4 | $17,489 | MyCar Score™61.5 | Look Up VIN |
| XE-V6 | Truck (Crew Cab) | 3.3L | 17 | 180 | 5 | $18,599 | MyCar Score™61.4 | Look Up VIN |
| XE-V6 | Truck (Crew Cab) | 3.3L | 17 | 180 | 5 | $19,149 | MyCar Score™61.2 | Look Up VIN |
| XE-V6 | Truck (King Cab) | 3.3L | 17 | 180 | 4 | $18,939 | MyCar Score™61.2 | Look Up VIN |
| SC-V6 | Truck (King Cab) | 3.3L | 15 | 210 | 4 | $20,989 | MyCar Score™61.1 | Look Up VIN |
| XE-V6 | Truck (Crew Cab) | 3.3L | 16 | 180 | 5 | $19,749 | MyCar Score™60.9 | Look Up VIN |
| SC-V6 | Truck (King Cab) | 3.3L | 15 | 210 | 4 | $22,139 | MyCar Score™60.8 | Look Up VIN |
| XE-V6 | Truck (King Cab) | 3.3L | 16 | 180 | 4 | $20,089 | MyCar Score™60.7 | Look Up VIN |
| XE-V6 | Truck (Crew Cab) | 3.3L | 16 | 180 | 5 | $20,299 | MyCar Score™60.7 | Look Up VIN |
| XE-V6 | Truck (Crew Cab) | 3.3L | 17 | 180 | 5 | $21,199 | MyCar Score™60.6 | Look Up VIN |
| SE-V6 Desert Runner | Truck (King Cab) | 3.3L | 16 | 180 | 4 | $20,839 | MyCar Score™60.5 | Look Up VIN |
| XE-V6 | Truck (Crew Cab) | 3.3L | 17 | 180 | 5 | $21,749 | MyCar Score™60.4 | Look Up VIN |
| SVE-V6 | Truck (King Cab) | 3.3L | 15 | 210 | 4 | $22,729 | MyCar Score™60.4 | Look Up VIN |
| SVE-V6 | Truck (King Cab) | 3.3L | 14 | 210 | 4 | $21,579 | MyCar Score™60.4 | Look Up VIN |
| SE-V6 | Truck (Crew Cab) | 3.3L | 16 | 180 | 5 | $22,549 | MyCar Score™60.3 | Look Up VIN |
| SC-V6 | Truck (King Cab) | 3.3L | 15 | 210 | 4 | $24,739 | MyCar Score™60.3 | Look Up VIN |
| SC-V6 | Truck (Crew Cab) | 3.3L | 15 | 210 | 5 | $24,049 | MyCar Score™60.2 | Look Up VIN |
| XE-V6 | Truck (Crew Cab) | 3.3L | 16 | 180 | 5 | $22,349 | MyCar Score™60.1 | Look Up VIN |
| SE-V6 | Truck (Crew Cab) | 3.3L | 16 | 180 | 5 | $23,099 | MyCar Score™60.1 | Look Up VIN |
| SE-V6 | Truck (Crew Cab) | 3.3L | 16 | 180 | 5 | $24,139 | MyCar Score™60 | Look Up VIN |
| SE-V6 | Truck (King Cab) | 3.3L | 16 | 180 | 4 | $23,439 | MyCar Score™60 | Look Up VIN |
| SC-V6 | Truck (Crew Cab) | 3.3L | 15 | 210 | 5 | $24,599 | MyCar Score™60 | Look Up VIN |
| XE-V6 | Truck (Crew Cab) | 3.3L | 16 | 180 | 5 | $22,899 | MyCar Score™59.9 | Look Up VIN |
| SE-V6 | Truck (Crew Cab) | 3.3L | 16 | 180 | 5 | $24,689 | MyCar Score™59.8 | Look Up VIN |
| SVE-V6 | Truck (Crew Cab) | 3.3L | 15 | 210 | 5 | $24,679 | MyCar Score™59.8 | Look Up VIN |
| SVE-V6 | Truck (Crew Cab) | 3.3L | 15 | 210 | 5 | $25,229 | MyCar Score™59.6 | Look Up VIN |
| SC-V6 | Truck (Crew Cab) | 3.3L | 15 | 210 | 5 | $26,649 | MyCar Score™59.4 | Look Up VIN |
| SE-V6 | Truck (Crew Cab) | 3.3L | 16 | 180 | 5 | $25,959 | MyCar Score™59.3 | Look Up VIN |
| SC-V6 | Truck (Crew Cab) | 3.3L | 15 | 210 | 5 | $27,199 | MyCar Score™59.2 | Look Up VIN |
| SE-V6 | Truck (Crew Cab) | 3.3L | 16 | 180 | 5 | $26,509 | MyCar Score™59.1 | Look Up VIN |
Standard
Top RatedBody
Truck (King Cab)
MPG
21
HP
143
Seats
4
MSRP
$13,149
Drive
rear wheel drive
XE-V6 Desert Runner
Body
Truck (King Cab)
MPG
17
HP
180
Seats
4
MSRP
$16,339
Drive
rear wheel drive
XE-V6 Desert Runner
Body
Truck (King Cab)
MPG
16
HP
180
Seats
4
MSRP
$17,489
Drive
rear wheel drive
XE-V6
Body
Truck (Crew Cab)
MPG
17
HP
180
Seats
5
MSRP
$18,599
Drive
rear wheel drive
XE-V6
Body
Truck (Crew Cab)
MPG
17
HP
180
Seats
5
MSRP
$19,149
Drive
rear wheel drive
XE-V6
Body
Truck (King Cab)
MPG
17
HP
180
Seats
4
MSRP
$18,939
Drive
four wheel drive
SC-V6
Body
Truck (King Cab)
MPG
15
HP
210
Seats
4
MSRP
$20,989
Drive
rear wheel drive
XE-V6
Body
Truck (Crew Cab)
MPG
16
HP
180
Seats
5
MSRP
$19,749
Drive
rear wheel drive
SC-V6
Body
Truck (King Cab)
MPG
15
HP
210
Seats
4
MSRP
$22,139
Drive
rear wheel drive
XE-V6
Body
Truck (King Cab)
MPG
16
HP
180
Seats
4
MSRP
$20,089
Drive
four wheel drive
XE-V6
Body
Truck (Crew Cab)
MPG
16
HP
180
Seats
5
MSRP
$20,299
Drive
rear wheel drive
XE-V6
Body
Truck (Crew Cab)
MPG
17
HP
180
Seats
5
MSRP
$21,199
Drive
four wheel drive
SE-V6 Desert Runner
Body
Truck (King Cab)
MPG
16
HP
180
Seats
4
MSRP
$20,839
Drive
rear wheel drive
XE-V6
Body
Truck (Crew Cab)
MPG
17
HP
180
Seats
5
MSRP
$21,749
Drive
four wheel drive
SVE-V6
Body
Truck (King Cab)
MPG
15
HP
210
Seats
4
MSRP
$22,729
Drive
four wheel drive
SVE-V6
Body
Truck (King Cab)
MPG
14
HP
210
Seats
4
MSRP
$21,579
Drive
four wheel drive
SE-V6
Body
Truck (Crew Cab)
MPG
16
HP
180
Seats
5
MSRP
$22,549
Drive
rear wheel drive
SC-V6
Body
Truck (King Cab)
MPG
15
HP
210
Seats
4
MSRP
$24,739
Drive
four wheel drive
SC-V6
Body
Truck (Crew Cab)
MPG
15
HP
210
Seats
5
MSRP
$24,049
Drive
rear wheel drive
XE-V6
Body
Truck (Crew Cab)
MPG
16
HP
180
Seats
5
MSRP
$22,349
Drive
four wheel drive
SE-V6
Body
Truck (Crew Cab)
MPG
16
HP
180
Seats
5
MSRP
$23,099
Drive
rear wheel drive
SE-V6
Body
Truck (Crew Cab)
MPG
16
HP
180
Seats
5
MSRP
$24,139
Drive
rear wheel drive
SE-V6
Body
Truck (King Cab)
MPG
16
HP
180
Seats
4
MSRP
$23,439
Drive
four wheel drive
SC-V6
Body
Truck (Crew Cab)
MPG
15
HP
210
Seats
5
MSRP
$24,599
Drive
rear wheel drive
XE-V6
Body
Truck (Crew Cab)
MPG
16
HP
180
Seats
5
MSRP
$22,899
Drive
four wheel drive
SE-V6
Body
Truck (Crew Cab)
MPG
16
HP
180
Seats
5
MSRP
$24,689
Drive
rear wheel drive
SVE-V6
Body
Truck (Crew Cab)
MPG
15
HP
210
Seats
5
MSRP
$24,679
Drive
four wheel drive
SVE-V6
Body
Truck (Crew Cab)
MPG
15
HP
210
Seats
5
MSRP
$25,229
Drive
four wheel drive
SC-V6
Body
Truck (Crew Cab)
MPG
15
HP
210
Seats
5
MSRP
$26,649
Drive
four wheel drive
SE-V6
Body
Truck (Crew Cab)
MPG
16
HP
180
Seats
5
MSRP
$25,959
Drive
four wheel drive
SC-V6
Body
Truck (Crew Cab)
MPG
15
HP
210
Seats
5
MSRP
$27,199
Drive
four wheel drive
SE-V6
Body
Truck (Crew Cab)
MPG
16
HP
180
Seats
5
MSRP
$26,509
Drive
four wheel drive
At a Glance
KEY SPECS
Body Type
Truck (King Cab), Truck (Crew Cab)
MPG Range
14–21 MPG
HP Range
143–210 HP
Seating
Up to 4
Fuel Type
regular unleaded
Drive Type
rear wheel drive
Towing
3,500 lbs
Dimensions & Comfort
SPACE & COMFORT
Based on the top-rated 2003 Frontier trim.
Exterior Dimensions
Length
202.9 in
Width
67.3 in
Height
66.7 in
Wheelbase
116.1 in
Interior Dimensions
Front Headroom
39.3 in
Front Legroom
41.4 in
Cargo & Capacity
Max Cargo
44.1 cu ft
Towing
3,500 lbs
Curb Weight
3,240 lbs
Safety & Warranty
PROTECTION & COVERAGE
Safety Ratings
2003 Nissan Frontier 4-DR.
NHTSA Overall
Not tested by NHTSAFrontal Crash
Not tested by NHTSASide Crash
Not tested by NHTSASide Pole
Not tested by NHTSARollover
★★★☆☆(3/5)Open Recalls
7 recalls
Source: NHTSA New Car Assessment Program. nhtsa.gov/ratings
Warranty Coverage
Basic Coverage
3 yr./ 36000 mi.
Drivetrain
5 yr./ 60000 mi.
Roadside Assistance
3 yr./ 36000 mi.
Family & Safety
IS THIS A GOOD FAMILY CAR?
Car Seat Usability
Always have car seat installation checked by a certified technician. Find an inspection station near you →
LATCH System
LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children) is required on all US vehicles from 2003 onward.
✓ LATCH anchors required
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Common Questions
2003 NISSAN FRONTIER FAQ
How many recalls does a 2003 Nissan Frontier have?▾
The 2003 Nissan Frontier has 7 recalls on record with NHTSA. Always verify current recall status at nhtsa.gov before purchasing.
What is the fuel economy of a 2003 Nissan Frontier?▾
The 2003 Nissan Frontier gets 14–21 MPG combined depending on trim level and drivetrain configuration.
What is the best 2003 Nissan Frontier trim to buy used?▾
Based on MyCar Score™ ratings, the Standard trim scores highest at 63.3 out of 100, balancing value, fuel economy, and specifications.
Is the 2003 Nissan Frontier a good used car?▾
The 2003 Nissan Frontier has an average MyCar Score™ of 61 out of 100. MyCar Score™ weighs NHTSA safety ratings, recall history, fuel economy, and value. Compare trims carefully before purchasing.
How much does a 2003 Nissan Frontier cost used?▾
New MSRP for the 2003 Nissan Frontier ranged from $13,149 to $27,199. Used prices vary by mileage, trim, and condition — run a free VIN lookup to check a specific vehicle.
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