See 3 extended-cab pickups under $20K
The 2012 Nissan Frontier, Toyota Tacoma and Chevrolet Colorado midsize pickups all have stretched-cab versions known by different names: King Cab, Access Cab and Extended Cab, respectively. All seat 2 comfortably and 4 in a pinch, and all get combined EPA fuel economy mpg ratings in the low 20s. But only one gets the highest MSN User Ratings at an average 9.6 out of 10: the 2012 Nissan Frontier.
Exterior Dimensions & Weight |
Frontier S King Cab 4X2 |
1500 Tradesman Regular Cab SWB 4X2 |
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| Curb Weight - Automatic (lb.) | No data | 4684 | |||
| Curb Weight - Manual (lb.) | 3686 | No data | |||
| Wheelbase (in.) | 125.90 | 120.00 | |||
| Length (in.) | 205.50 | 209.00 | |||
| Width (in.) | 72.80 | 79.40 | |||
| Height (in.) | 68.70 | 74.60 | |||
| Track Front (in.) | 61.80 | 68.00 | |||
| Track Rear (in.) | 61.80 | 67.50 | |||
| Ground Clearance (in.) | 8.70 | 9.70 | |||
Cargo Area Dimensions |
Frontier S King Cab 4X2 |
1500 Tradesman Regular Cab SWB 4X2 |
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| Length (in.) | 73.30 | 76.30 | |||
| Width at Wheelwell (in.) | 44.40 | 51.00 | |||
| Width at Wall (in.) | 61.40 | 66.40 | |||
| Depth (in.) | 18.00 | 20.10 | |||
Steering, Suspension & Brakes |
Frontier S King Cab 4X2 |
1500 Tradesman Regular Cab SWB 4X2 |
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| Turning Diameter (ft.) | 43.40 | 39.50 | |||
| Steering Type | R&P | R&P | |||
| Front Suspension | Ind | Ind | |||
| Rear Suspension | Live | Live | |||
| Tires | 235/75R15 | 265/70R17 | |||
Exterior Lighting |
Frontier S King Cab 4X2 |
1500 Tradesman Regular Cab SWB 4X2 |
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| Automatic Headlights | N/A | Std. | |||
| Daytime Running Lights | N/A | N/A | |||
| Fog Lights | N/A | Opt. | |||
| High Intensity Discharge Headlights | N/A | N/A | |||
| Pickup Truck Cargo Box Light | Std. | Std. | |||
Exterior |
Frontier S King Cab 4X2 |
1500 Tradesman Regular Cab SWB 4X2 |
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| Bodyside/Cab Step or Running Board | N/A | Opt. | |||
| Front Air Dam | N/A | N/A | |||
| Rear Spoiler | N/A | N/A | |||
| Skid Plate or Underbody Protection | N/A | N/A | |||
| Splash or Mud Guards | Opt. | N/A | |||
| Wind Deflector or Buffer for Convertibles | N/A | N/A | |||
| Power Sliding Side Van Door | N/A | N/A | |||
| Power Trunk Lid | N/A | N/A | |||
Wheels & Tires |
Frontier S King Cab 4X2 |
1500 Tradesman Regular Cab SWB 4X2 |
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| Alloy Wheels | N/A | Opt. | |||
| Chrome Wheels | N/A | N/A | |||
| Full Size Spare Tire | Std. | Std. | |||
| Self Sealing/Run Flat Tires | N/A | N/A | |||
| Steel Wheels | Std. | Std. | |||
Windows, Mirrors & Wipers |
Frontier S King Cab 4X2 |
1500 Tradesman Regular Cab SWB 4X2 |
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| Power Windows | N/A | Opt. | |||
| Exterior Auto. Day/Night or Electrochromic Mirror | N/A | N/A | |||
| Glass Rear Window on Convertible | N/A | N/A | |||
| Heated Exterior Mirror | N/A | Opt. | |||
| Interior Auto. Day/Night or Electrochromic Mirror | Opt. | N/A | |||
| Power Adjustable Exterior Mirror | N/A | Opt. | |||
| Privacy Glass or Deep Tinted Glass | Std. | N/A | |||
| Interval Wipers | N/A | N/A | |||
| Rain Sensing Wipers | N/A | N/A | |||
| Rear Window Defogger | N/A | N/A | |||
| Rear Wiper | N/A | N/A | |||
| Sliding Rear Pickup Truck Window | N/A | Opt. | |||
Towing |
Frontier S King Cab 4X2 |
1500 Tradesman Regular Cab SWB 4X2 |
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| Tow Hitch Receiver | Opt. | Std. | |||
| Towing Prep. Package | N/A | Std. |
| Next Steps |
Frontier S King Cab 4X2 |
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