Nissan logo

2017 Nissan Frontier

5 trims · 29 configurations · Truck (King Cab), Truck (Crew Cab)

From live listings

$12,998

138 for sale · Starting MSRP $18,390 – $36,800

See inventory (138)All Nissan models

Key specifications

NHTSA safety

★★★★☆

4 / 5 overall

Frontal (driver)★★★☆☆
Frontal (passenger)★★☆☆☆
Side (driver)★★★★★
Side (passenger)★★★★★
Rollover★★★★☆

Source: NHTSA · 1 recall on record

Nissan Frontier for sale

138 live listings from $12,998 · median $36,974

See all inventory

Nissan Frontier for sale by city

Nissan Frontier deals — 21+ below-market listings with dealer attribution

Pricing

How much should you pay for the Nissan Frontier? Select a trim to update purchase and lease estimates, then shop live inventory.

MSRP by trim

Select a trim to update the payment estimates. MSRP is for each trim's base configuration and excludes destination, taxes, and options.

Purchase information

Based on S

Total price (S MSRP)

$18,390

Typical monthly

$364/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.

Open loan calculator
Shop now

Compare 2017 Nissan Frontier trims

  • S

    6 configurations

    MSRP
    $18,390 – $28,040
    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
    3,760 lbs

  • SV

    13 configurations

    MSRP
    $22,960 – $30,090
    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
    3,760 lbs

  • Desert Runner

    2 configurations

    MSRP
    $25,400 – $26,830
    Fuel economy (city/hwy)
    16/23
    Horsepower
    261 hp
    Torque
    281 lb-ft
    Engine
    4L V6 gas
    Seating
    4
    Drivetrain
    RWD
    Cargo (cu ft)
    —
    Max towing
    6,710 lbs

  • PRO-4X

    3 configurations

    MSRP
    $32,340 – $33,390
    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
    6,290 lbs

  • SL

    5 configurations

    MSRP
    $32,710 – $36,800
    Fuel economy (city/hwy)
    16/23
    Horsepower
    261 hp
    Torque
    281 lb-ft
    Engine
    4L V6 gas
    Seating
    5
    Drivetrain
    RWD
    Cargo (cu ft)
    —
    Max towing
    6,510 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
PRO-4Xgas
SLgas
Fuel type
Sregular unleaded
SVregular unleaded
Desert Runnerregular unleaded
PRO-4Xregular unleaded
SLregular unleaded
Cylinders
SI4
SVI4
Desert RunnerV6
PRO-4XV6
SLV6
Displacement
S2.5 L
SV2.5 L
Desert Runner4 L
PRO-4X4 L
SL4 L
Horsepower
S152 hp
SV152 hp
Desert Runner261 hp
PRO-4X261 hp
SL261 hp
Torque
S171 lb-ft
SV171 lb-ft
Desert Runner281 lb-ft
PRO-4X281 lb-ft
SL281 lb-ft
Transmission
S5-speed manual
SV5-speed manual
Desert Runner5-speed automatic
PRO-4X6-speed manual
SL5-speed automatic
Drivetrain
Srear wheel drive
SVrear wheel drive
Desert Runnerrear wheel drive
PRO-4Xfour wheel drive
SLrear wheel drive

Dimensions

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

Capacity & weight

Max towing
S3,760 lbs
SV3,760 lbs
Desert Runner6,710 lbs
PRO-4X6,290 lbs
SL6,510 lbs
Max payload
S930 lbs
SV890 lbs
Desert Runner1,429 lbs
PRO-4X1,040 lbs
SL1,370 lbs
Curb weight
S3,766 lbs
SV3,807 lbs
Desert Runner4,174 lbs
PRO-4X4,552 lbs
SL4,357 lbs
Fuel tank
S21.1 gal
SV21.1 gal
Desert Runner21.1 gal
PRO-4X21.1 gal
SL21.1 gal

Fuel economy & EV

Combined MPG
S21
SV21
Desert Runner19
PRO-4X18
SL19
City MPG
S19
SV19
Desert Runner16
PRO-4X16
SL16
Highway MPG
S23
SV23
Desert Runner23
PRO-4X21
SL23

Research similar vehicles

2017 Chevrolet Colorado

From $20,000 · up to 22 MPG

Compare side by side

2017 GMC Canyon

From $20,885 · up to 22 MPG

Compare side by side

2017 Toyota Tacoma

From $24,575 · up to 21 MPG

Compare side by side

Nissan Frontier ranks in these lists

2017 Nissan Frontier FAQ

How much does the 2017 Nissan Frontier cost?
The 2017 Nissan Frontier has a starting MSRP of $18,390, ranging up to $36,800 for the top trim. Trim pricing includes S from $18,390; SV from $22,960; Desert Runner from $25,400; PRO-4X from $32,340; SL from $32,710. Live listings on OpenDealer currently start at $12,998.
What is the fuel economy of the 2017 Nissan Frontier?
The 2017 Nissan Frontier achieves up to 21 MPG combined (EPA estimate), depending on trim and configuration.
How much can the 2017 Nissan Frontier tow?
The 2017 Nissan Frontier has a maximum towing capacity of up to 6,710 pounds, depending on trim and equipment.
Is the 2017 Nissan Frontier safe?
The 2017 Nissan Frontier earned an overall rating of 4 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 2017 Nissan Frontier come in?
The 2017 Nissan Frontier is available in 5 trims (29 total configurations) across Truck (King Cab) and Truck (Crew Cab) body styles with rear wheel drive, four wheel drive.