2021 Nissan Frontier
3 trims · 11 configurations · Truck (Crew Cab), Truck (King Cab)
Starting MSRP
$27,190 – $37,790
Key specifications
NHTSA safety
4 / 5 overall
Source: NHTSA · 2 recalls on record
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Pricing
How much should you pay for the Nissan Frontier? Select a trim to update purchase and lease estimates.
MSRP by trim
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Purchase information
Based on S
Total price (S MSRP)
$27,190
Typical monthly
$538/mo
Avg. APR
7.00%
60-month loan estimate for good credit (rates as of 2026-10-11). Not a credit offer; actual APR varies by lender, credit, and dealer.
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S
4 configurations
- MSRP
- $27,190 – $31,590
- Fuel economy (city/hwy)
- 18/24
- Horsepower
- 310 hp
- Torque
- 281 lb-ft
- Engine
- 3.8L V6 gas
- Seating
- 4
- Drivetrain
- RWD
- Cargo (cu ft)
- —
- Max towing
- 6,260 lbs
SV
6 configurations
- MSRP
- $28,070 – $32,710
- Fuel economy (city/hwy)
- 18/24
- Horsepower
- 310 hp
- Torque
- 281 lb-ft
- Engine
- 3.8L V6 gas
- Seating
- 4
- Drivetrain
- RWD
- Cargo (cu ft)
- —
- Max towing
- 6,720 lbs
PRO-4X
- MSRP
- $37,790
- Fuel economy (city/hwy)
- 17/23
- Horsepower
- 310 hp
- Torque
- 281 lb-ft
- Engine
- 3.8L V6 gas
- Seating
- 5
- Drivetrain
- 4WD
- Cargo (cu ft)
- —
- Max towing
- 6,290 lbs
| Spec | S4 configurations | SV6 configurations | PRO-4X |
|---|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $27,190 – $31,590 | $28,070 – $32,710 | $37,790 |
| Fuel economy (city/hwy) | 18/24 | 18/24 | 17/23 |
| Horsepower | 310 hp | 310 hp | 310 hp |
| Torque | 281 lb-ft | 281 lb-ft | 281 lb-ft |
| Engine | 3.8L V6 gas | 3.8L V6 gas | 3.8L V6 gas |
| Seating | 4 | 4 | 5 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | 4WD |
| Cargo (cu ft) | — | — | — |
| Max towing | 6,260 lbs | 6,720 lbs | 6,290 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
- SgasSVgasPRO-4Xgas
- Fuel type
- Sregular unleadedSVregular unleadedPRO-4Xregular unleaded
- Cylinders
- SV6SVV6PRO-4XV6
- Displacement
- S3.8 LSV3.8 LPRO-4X3.8 L
- Horsepower
- S310 hpSV310 hpPRO-4X310 hp
- Torque
- S281 lb-ftSV281 lb-ftPRO-4X281 lb-ft
- Transmission
- S9-speed automaticSV9-speed automaticPRO-4X9-speed automatic
- Drivetrain
- Srear wheel driveSVrear wheel drivePRO-4Xfour wheel drive
Dimensions
- Body type
- STruck (King Cab)SVTruck (King Cab)PRO-4XTruck (Crew Cab)
- Doors
- S4SV4PRO-4X4
- Seating
- S4SV4PRO-4X5
- Length
- S205.5 inSV205.5 inPRO-4X205.5 in
- Width
- S72.8 inSV72.8 inPRO-4X72.8 in
- Height
- S70.1 inSV69.7 inPRO-4X73.9 in
- Wheelbase
- S125.9 inSV125.9 inPRO-4X125.9 in
- Ground clearance
- S—SV8.9 inPRO-4X8.9 in
Capacity & weight
- Max towing
- S6,260 lbsSV6,720 lbsPRO-4X6,290 lbs
- Max payload
- S1,460 lbsSV1,430 lbsPRO-4X1,020 lbs
- Curb weight
- S4,180 lbsSV4,145 lbsPRO-4X4,696 lbs
- Fuel tank
- S21.1 galSV21.1 galPRO-4X21.1 gal
Fuel economy & EV
- Combined MPG
- S20SV20PRO-4X19
- City MPG
- S18SV18PRO-4X17
- Highway MPG
- S24SV24PRO-4X23
| Spec | S | SV | PRO-4X |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine & drivetrain | |||
| Engine type | gas | gas | gas |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Cylinders | V6 | V6 | V6 |
| Displacement | 3.8 L | 3.8 L | 3.8 L |
| Horsepower | 310 hp | 310 hp | 310 hp |
| Torque | 281 lb-ft | 281 lb-ft | 281 lb-ft |
| Transmission | 9-speed automatic | 9-speed automatic | 9-speed automatic |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | rear wheel drive | four wheel drive |
| Dimensions | |||
| Body type | Truck (King Cab) | Truck (King Cab) | Truck (Crew Cab) |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Seating | 4 | 4 | 5 |
| Length | 205.5 in | 205.5 in | 205.5 in |
| Width | 72.8 in | 72.8 in | 72.8 in |
| Height | 70.1 in | 69.7 in | 73.9 in |
| Wheelbase | 125.9 in | 125.9 in | 125.9 in |
| Ground clearance | — | 8.9 in | 8.9 in |
| Capacity & weight | |||
| Max towing | 6,260 lbs | 6,720 lbs | 6,290 lbs |
| Max payload | 1,460 lbs | 1,430 lbs | 1,020 lbs |
| Curb weight | 4,180 lbs | 4,145 lbs | 4,696 lbs |
| Fuel tank | 21.1 gal | 21.1 gal | 21.1 gal |
| Fuel economy & EV | |||
| Combined MPG | 20 | 20 | 19 |
| City MPG | 18 | 18 | 17 |
| Highway MPG | 24 | 24 | 23 |
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2021 Nissan Frontier FAQ
- How much does the 2021 Nissan Frontier cost?
- The 2021 Nissan Frontier has a starting MSRP of $27,190, ranging up to $37,790 for the top trim. Trim pricing includes S from $27,190; SV from $28,070; PRO-4X from $37,790.
- What is the fuel economy of the 2021 Nissan Frontier?
- The 2021 Nissan Frontier achieves up to 20 MPG combined (EPA estimate), depending on trim and configuration.
- How much can the 2021 Nissan Frontier tow?
- The 2021 Nissan Frontier has a maximum towing capacity of up to 6,720 pounds, depending on trim and equipment.
- Is the 2021 Nissan Frontier safe?
- The 2021 Nissan Frontier earned an overall rating of 4 out of 5 stars in NHTSA crash testing. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for this model year; check the recalls section for details.
- How many trims does the 2021 Nissan Frontier come in?
- The 2021 Nissan Frontier is available in 3 trims (11 total configurations) across Truck (Crew Cab) and Truck (King Cab) body styles with four wheel drive, rear wheel drive.