Nissan Debuts Frontier Diesel Runner at Chicago Auto Show

Nissan showed off its latest additions at the 2014 Chicago Auto Show, including its Frontier Diesel Runner powered by Cummins.

The Frontier Diesel Runner, which is based on a Frontier Desert Runner 4×2 model, was created after the market reaction of the Nissan mid-size pickup with a diesel engine.

The truck made its debut six months after the announcement of a partnership with Cummins to provide a 5.0-liter turbo diesel V8 in the Titan full-size pickup, which is scheduled to make its appearance in 2015.

The Frontier Diesel Runner is a 2.8-liter, four-cylinder diesel engine producing approximately 200 horsepower and more than 350 foot-pounds of torque, while increasing fuel economy 35 percent over a V6-powered 2014 Frontier 4×2.

The truck features a custom “Arrest Me Red” and matte silver paint treatment, aerodynamic full-bed tonneau cover and tailgate spoiler.

At the show, the truck featured a transparent acrylic hood insert to provide a window to the engine bay.