Wilkes Nissan Now Offering 2012 Frontier

Online, January 27, 2012 (Newswire.com) - Wilkes Nissan is pleased to announce the arrival of the 2012 Nissan Frontier to its showroom floor. Strong performance, a versatile interior, and high-quality safety features are what make the 2012 Frontier one of the best vehicles in its class.

The 2012 Nissan Frontier offers plenty of features to make it a top performing compact pickup truck. Among the standard features of the 2012 Frontier are 4-wheel ventilated disc brakes, steel double-wishbone front suspension, and a powerful engine. That 4.0-liter V6 engine comes with 261 horsepower and produces 281 lb-ft of torque. A 2.5-liter 4-cylinder engine that provides 152 horsepower and 171 lb-ft of torque is also available on the 2012 Frontier. The 2012 Frontier also can also tow up to 6,500 pounds with the V6 engine. Available features on the 2012 Frontier include Advanced 4WD, Hill Start Assist, and Hill Descent Control.

The interior of the 2012 Nissan Frontier provides plenty of versatility, comfort, and storage space. The Crew Cab on the 2012 Frontier comes with a 60/40 split rear bench that can fold easily to create more space. The Crew Cab also comes with under-seat storage trays that can be removed. The King Cab on the 2012 Frontier have rear seats that flip up and out of the way, while the front passenger seat folds down to make a flat surface. Other storage features include under-seat storage, a dual-level glove compartment, and a multi-level center console. Both cab choices also come with plenty of space and seats that are quite comfortable.

Safety is not compromised in the 2012 Nissan Frontier. Included in the 2012 Frontier is Nissan's Advanced Airbag System, Anti-lock Braking System, and Electric Brake force Distribution. Vehicle Dynamic Control, pipe-style steel side-door guard beams, and front seat active head rests are also standard features of the 2012 Nissan Frontier. The Frontier also earned IIHS Top Safety Pick Status in 2011.

If you would like to learn more about the 2012 Nissan Frontier, or are interested in scheduling a test drive, visit Wilkes Nissan, located in Wilkesboro, North Carolina. Their friendly staff will be happy to help you find the perfect Nissan vehicle for you. You may also visit Wilkes Nissan's website at, www.wilkesnissan.com.