The Impressive 4WD System in the 2023 Nissan Frontier

Face it; as much as we like to tell ourselves that a 4WD system is a luxury, that we can do without it in the name of saving fuel and so one. In many cases, that’s true – except when we’re talking about a workhorse pickup like the 2023 Nissan Frontier, which sports one of the most robust 4WD systems you’ll find in small trucks today.

Every Frontier in Canada features a shift-on-the-fly 4WD system with 2WD, 4HI and 4LO modes, accessible by a simple turning of a dash-mounted dial. That’s your connection to the electronically-controlled transfer case. There’s also a four-wheel limited slip system that can transfer more power to the wheels that will best make use of it when in slippery conditions. If you want to push things even further, the PRO-4X model features a full electronic-locking differential and when things start to get steeper, we find a hill-start system as well as a hill-descent control system.

So the Frontier has the 4WD system to conquer the toughest terrain, but it also has the features to make sure it’s properly complimented by its body structure. That includes hydraulic cab mounts that contribute to a 80 per cent decrease in road vibrations, as well as a larger front stabilizer bar, a rear stabilizer bar and fully-boxed frame.

For even more performance, the PRO-4X also offers Bilstein off-road dampers, taller ride height and tires especially suited to off-road work and Off-Road Mode.

Whether you choose the King cab or Crew Cab or long or short bed, you’ll be confident in the capable hands of the 2023 Nissan Frontier.