Pickup trucks are great working vehicles, for their ability to carry heavy loads of cargo, towing capabilities, and flexibility in off-road scenarios. In addition to a powerful engine and reliable tires, one of the reasons pickup trucks like the Nissan Frontier do so well off-road is their ground clearance.

But what is ground clearance, exactly? And what are the exact specs for your 2007 Nissan Frontier? We've created this handy guide outlining everything you need to know about the ground clearance of your 2007 Frontier, including comparisons to other model years.

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2007 Nissan Frontier ground clearance

The ground clearance of your 2007 Nissan Frontier will vary slightly depending on its trim level, but it will always fall somewhere between 8.6 and 8.7 inches.

The 2007 Nissan Frontier comes in four trim levels: the base

, SE, LE, and the Nismo off-road model. SE, LE, and Nismo come in King Cab (an extended cab with auxiliary rear doors) or Crew Cab (four full-size doors) configurations, have the option of rear-wheel drive (2WD) or four-wheel drive (4WD), and are powered by a V6 engine. XE choices are more limited.

Here’s what the ground clearance looks like for each of the trims:

Crew Cab V6 LE 2WD or 4WD: 8.6 inches

Crew Cab V6 Nismo 2WD or 4WD: 8.6 inches

Crew Cab V6 SE 2WD or 4WD: 8.6 inches

King Cab 4 Cyl. XE 2WD: 8.7 inches

King Cab V6 LE 2WD or 4WD: 8.7 inches

King Cab V6 Nismo 2WD or 4WD: 8.7 inches

King Cab V6 SE 2WD or 4WD: 8.7 inches

Nissan Frontier ground clearance over the years

Ground clearance won’t just vary by trim—it’ll also vary by year. This reliable pickup truck has been in production since 1997—and remains in production today—so you could see a variety of ground clearances depending on whether you shop new or used.

The Nissan Frontier has a ground clearance ranging from 6.7 inches to 10.1 inches depending on the trim and model year. Take a look at how it’s varied over the last 20 years:

2002: 8.9 inches

2003–2004: 6.7 to 9.8 inches

2005–2008: 8.6 to 8.7 inches

2009–2010: 8.7 to 10.1 inches

2011–2013: 8.7 to 9.8 inches

2014–2019: 7.6 to 8.9 inches

2020–2021: 8.9 to 9.8 inches

2022: 8.7 to 9.5 inches

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What is ground clearance—and why does it matter?

So now that you can be sure of your Nissan Frontier’s ground clearance—regardless of its model year or trim level—it’s time to discuss why ground clearance matters.

Put simply, ground clearance refers to the amount of space between the bottom of your vehicle and the road. This matters, mostly, for those who intend to take their trucks off the beaten path. Experts recommend at least 8.5 inches of ground clearance for off-road adventures to make sure your vehicle’s chassis won’t get damaged by the rough terrain.

That means you’re safe to take your 2007 Nissan Frontier off-road, regardless of the trim. However, if you own a Frontier from a different model year, you might have to proceed with caution. 2003 to 2004 models have ground clearances as low as 6.7 inches, and 2014 to 2019 might be as low as 7.6 inches.

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Is the 2007 Nissan Frontier a good off-road vehicle?

Based on ground clearance alone, all four trims of the 2007 Nissan Frontier exceed the expert’s recommendations of a minimum of 8.5 inches of ground clearance for off-roading.

But ground clearance isn’t the only thing you’ll want to consider when driving your pickup on rough terrains. If you want truly reliable off-road performance, you’ll need to consider your vehicle’s power and performance, tires, and whether or not it has all-wheel drive.

If you’re planning on getting really muddy, we recommend selecting a Frontier with a more powerful V6 engine and all-wheel or four-wheel drive. We also recommend adding tires specifically made for mud and dirt, such as all-terrain tires.

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