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2016 Nissan Frontier

5 trims · 26 configurations · Truck (King Cab), Truck (Crew Cab)

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$12,998

140 for sale · Starting MSRP $18,290 – $35,610

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NHTSA safety

Not rated

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Source: NHTSA · 1 recall on record

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MSRP by trim

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Purchase information

Based on S

Total price (S MSRP)

$18,290

Typical monthly

$362/mo

Avg. APR

7.00%

60-month loan estimate for good credit (rates as of 2026-08-23). Not a credit offer; actual APR varies by lender, credit, and dealer.

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Compare 2016 Nissan Frontier trims

  • S

    5 configurations

    MSRP
    $18,290 – $26,750
    Fuel economy (city/hwy)
    19/23
    Horsepower
    152 hp
    Torque
    171 lb-ft
    Engine
    2.5L I4 gas
    Seating
    4
    Drivetrain
    RWD
    Cargo (cu ft)
    —
    Max towing
    3,500 lbs

  • SV

    10 configurations

    MSRP
    $22,180 – $28,910
    Fuel economy (city/hwy)
    19/23
    Horsepower
    152 hp
    Torque
    171 lb-ft
    Engine
    2.5L I4 gas
    Seating
    4
    Drivetrain
    RWD
    Cargo (cu ft)
    —
    Max towing
    3,500 lbs

  • Desert Runner

    2 configurations

    MSRP
    $24,520 – $25,840
    Fuel economy (city/hwy)
    16/22
    Horsepower
    261 hp
    Torque
    281 lb-ft
    Engine
    4L V6 gas
    Seating
    4
    Drivetrain
    RWD
    Cargo (cu ft)
    —
    Max towing
    6,500 lbs

  • SL

    6 configurations

    MSRP
    $31,690 – $35,610
    Fuel economy (city/hwy)
    16/22
    Horsepower
    261 hp
    Torque
    281 lb-ft
    Engine
    4L V6 gas
    Seating
    5
    Drivetrain
    RWD
    Cargo (cu ft)
    —
    Max towing
    6,300 lbs

  • PRO-4X

    3 configurations

    MSRP
    $31,840 – $32,890
    Fuel economy (city/hwy)
    16/21
    Horsepower
    261 hp
    Torque
    281 lb-ft
    Engine
    4L V6 gas
    Seating
    5
    Drivetrain
    4WD
    Cargo (cu ft)
    —
    Max towing
    6,100 lbs

Specifications shown for each trim’s base configuration; drivetrain, cab, and box options vary within a trim, and MSRP shows the full range. MSRP excludes destination fees, taxes, and dealer-installed options.

Full specifications

Shown for each trim's base configuration. Drivetrain, cab, and box options within a trim can change dimensions, capacities, and fuel economy.

Engine & drivetrain

Engine type
Sgas
SVgas
Desert Runnergas
SLgas
PRO-4Xgas
Fuel type
Sregular unleaded
SVregular unleaded
Desert Runnerregular unleaded
SLregular unleaded
PRO-4Xregular unleaded
Cylinders
SI4
SVI4
Desert RunnerV6
SLV6
PRO-4XV6
Displacement
S2.5 L
SV2.5 L
Desert Runner4 L
SL4 L
PRO-4X4 L
Horsepower
S152 hp
SV152 hp
Desert Runner261 hp
SL261 hp
PRO-4X261 hp
Torque
S171 lb-ft
SV171 lb-ft
Desert Runner281 lb-ft
SL281 lb-ft
PRO-4X281 lb-ft
Transmission
S5-speed manual
SV5-speed manual
Desert Runner5-speed automatic
SL5-speed automatic
PRO-4X6-speed manual
Drivetrain
Srear wheel drive
SVrear wheel drive
Desert Runnerrear wheel drive
SLrear wheel drive
PRO-4Xfour wheel drive

Dimensions

Body type
STruck (King Cab)
SVTruck (King Cab)
Desert RunnerTruck (King Cab)
SLTruck (Crew Cab)
PRO-4XTruck (Crew Cab)
Doors
S4
SV4
Desert Runner4
SL4
PRO-4X4
Seating
S4
SV4
Desert Runner4
SL5
PRO-4X5
Length
S205.5 in
SV205.5 in
Desert Runner205.5 in
SL205.5 in
PRO-4X205.5 in
Width
S72.8 in
SV72.8 in
Desert Runner72.8 in
SL72.8 in
PRO-4X72.8 in
Height
S68.7 in
SV68.7 in
Desert Runner69.7 in
SL70.1 in
PRO-4X70.1 in
Wheelbase
S125.9 in
SV125.9 in
Desert Runner125.9 in
SL125.9 in
PRO-4X125.9 in
Ground clearance
S7.6 in
SV7.6 in
Desert Runner8.6 in
SL8.6 in
PRO-4X8.9 in

Capacity & weight

Max towing
S3,500 lbs
SV3,500 lbs
Desert Runner6,500 lbs
SL6,300 lbs
PRO-4X6,100 lbs
Fuel tank
S21.1 gal
SV21.1 gal
Desert Runner21.1 gal
SL21.1 gal
PRO-4X21.1 gal

Fuel economy & EV

Combined MPG
S21
SV21
Desert Runner18
SL18
PRO-4X18
City MPG
S19
SV19
Desert Runner16
SL16
PRO-4X16
Highway MPG
S23
SV23
Desert Runner22
SL22
PRO-4X21

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2016 Nissan Frontier FAQ

How much does the 2016 Nissan Frontier cost?
The 2016 Nissan Frontier has a starting MSRP of $18,290, ranging up to $35,610 for the top trim. Trim pricing includes S from $18,290; SV from $22,180; Desert Runner from $24,520; SL from $31,690; PRO-4X from $31,840. Live listings on OpenDealer currently start at $12,998.
What is the fuel economy of the 2016 Nissan Frontier?
The 2016 Nissan Frontier achieves up to 21 MPG combined (EPA estimate), depending on trim and configuration.
How much can the 2016 Nissan Frontier tow?
The 2016 Nissan Frontier has a maximum towing capacity of up to 6,500 pounds, depending on trim and equipment.
Is the 2016 Nissan Frontier safe?
The 2016 Nissan Frontier earned an overall rating of Not Rated out of 5 stars in NHTSA crash testing. NHTSA lists 1 recall for this model year; check the recalls section for details.
How many trims does the 2016 Nissan Frontier come in?
The 2016 Nissan Frontier is available in 5 trims (26 total configurations) across Truck (King Cab) and Truck (Crew Cab) body styles with rear wheel drive, four wheel drive.