The 2002 Nissan Frontier, a part of the first generation of the model, is a robust compact pickup truck. It comes with four engine options, a 2.4-liter I4 (143 horsepower), a 3.2-liter V6 diesel (150 horsepower), a 3.3-liter V6 (170 horsepower), and a supercharged 3.3-liter V6 (210 horsepower), paired with either a 5-speed manual or 4-speed automatic transmission. The Frontier is available in both rear-wheel and four-wheel drive. The truck comes in four trims: Standard, XE, Desert Runner, and SC. Key safety features include dual-front airbags, optional anti-lock brakes, with most trims offering optional seat-mounted side-impact airbags. The model-year saw the introduction of the supercharged V6 engine, offering a significant increase in power over previous years.