Tinted glass and a double-wall bed are standard on all models, while XE versions can be equipped with a sliding rear window, heavily tinted privacy glass and a set of plastic fender flares. The outside mirrors are black, and a glass sunroof is an option. These seats can be used to transport adults during emergency situations, but long trips seated in back would become brutally uncomfortable. The center console, positioned perfectly at elbow level, resides between the front seats, and features a set of recessed cupholders just ahead of a sizable storage compartment. Power windows, door locks and outside mirrors are part of another options package, which also adds keyless entry and a vehicle security system.
Air conditioning is standard on all but the base version.
ON THE ROAD - New Frontier features continue on under the hood. It uses four valves per cylinder and a cast iron block with an aluminum cylinder head. This engine will be the sole Frontier choice through 1998, whether in 2WD or 4WD layout. A 3.3 liter version of the Pathfinder's engine should be available by the time the '99 models roll off the assembly line in Smyrna, Tennessee. For now, the four cylinder must do, but it's a hard-working, economical choice.