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2027 Nissan Frontier

A new Sport Edition package is available only on the Nissan Frontier SV, adding yellow interior and exterior accents, black 17-inch wheels with Hankook all-terrain tires, an aluminum skid plate and LED fog lights. All-terrain tires are also a standalone SV option, and Alpine Metallic green is a new color. MSRP runs $34,265 to $45,125.

Configurations3
Model/option labels3
Combined efficiency18–21 MPG/MPGe
Electric rangeNot listed
Decision answers15

What changed for 2027

Car and Driver (opens in a new tab) says for those looking for a bit more off-road-conquering ability without having to shell out for the upper-tier Frontier Pro-4X trim, a new Sport Edition package is now available exclusively on the SV model. It adds a slew of yellow interior and exterior aesthetic detailing, black 17-inch wheels wrapped in Hankook Dynapro all-terrain tires, an aluminum skid plate, and LED fog lights.

MotorTrend (opens in a new tab) adds that all-terrain tires are also offered as a standalone option on the SV trim, alongside a new Alpine Metallic green paint color.

Pricing and powertrain for 2027

Car and Driver (opens in a new tab) lists MSRP at $34,265-$45,125.

MotorTrend (opens in a new tab) says a 3.8-liter V-6 making 310 hp and 281 lb-ft of torque continues on as the Frontier's sole engine offering, connected to a 9-speed automatic transmission, with rear-wheel drive standard and four-wheel drive available; the Frontier can also be configured with a 59.5-inch short bed or 73.3-inch long bed, unlike several rival trucks built in only one bed and cab configuration.

How it compares to its closest rivals

MotorTrend (opens in a new tab) lists top-ranked competitors as the Toyota Tacoma, Ford Ranger, Chevrolet Colorado, and Hyundai Santa Cruz.

Questions buyers ask

What's new for the 2027 Nissan Frontier?

Car and Driver (opens in a new tab) says a new Sport Edition package on the SV trim with all-terrain tires and off-road styling.

How much does the 2027 Nissan Frontier cost?

Car and Driver (opens in a new tab) lists MSRP at $34,265 to $45,125.

Complete certification table

3 configuration records.

EPA ID / labelEngine / technologyDrive / transmissionFuelCityHwyCombinedRange
50758Frontier 2WD3.8L 6-cyl SIDIConventionalRear-Wheel DriveAutomatic (S9)Regular192421N/A
50760Frontier 4WD3.8L 6-cyl SIDIConventionalPart-time 4-Wheel DriveAutomatic (S9)Regular172119N/A
50761Frontier 4WD PRO4X3.8L 6-cyl SIDIConventionalPart-time 4-Wheel DriveAutomatic (S9)Regular162018N/A

Model-specific answer center

17 answers for this exact family-year.

Q01What changed on the 2027 Nissan Frontier versus the 2026 Nissan Frontier?
Model year

Nothing in the certification data changed, so the 2027 Nissan Frontier carries the 2026 Nissan Frontier's figures forward: 3 certification records labelled Frontier 2WD, Frontier 4WD, Frontier 4WD PRO4X, 3.8L 6-cyl SIDI, part-time 4-wheel drive, rear-wheel drive on regular, rated 18-21 combined MPG/MPGe and an EPA annual fuel cost of $3,100 to $3,600.

Source: FuelEconomy.gov certification records for both model years
Q02Which current models share the 2027 Nissan Frontier's EPA class?
Comparison

Class peers of the 2027 Nissan Frontier in the current EPA data include 2026 Chevrolet Colorado, 2026 Chevrolet Silverado, 2026 Ford F150, 2026 Ford Ranger, 2026 GMC Canyon, 2026 GMC Sierra, and 3 more.

Source: FuelEconomy.gov current vehicle table
Q03What kind of brakes does the 2027 Nissan Frontier have?
Brakes and suspension

MotorTrend lists the 2027 Nissan Frontier with four-wheel disc brakes. Source: MotorTrend, read 2026-09-25.

Q04How much horsepower and torque does the 2027 Nissan Frontier King Cab 4x2 S make?
Specifications

CarBuzz lists the 2027 Nissan Frontier King Cab 4x2 S at 310 horsepower and 281 lb-ft of torque.

Source: CarBuzz model-year specification page
Q05What are the 2027 Nissan Frontier King Cab 4x2 S's length, height and wheelbase?
Specifications

CarBuzz lists the 2027 Nissan Frontier King Cab 4x2 S with a length of 210.2 inches, a height of 71.5 inches and a wheelbase of 126.0 inches.

Source: CarBuzz model-year specification page
Q06How much does the 2027 Nissan Frontier King Cab 4x2 S weigh?
Specifications

CarBuzz lists the 2027 Nissan Frontier King Cab 4x2 S with a curb weight of 4,385 pounds and a standard payload of 1,590 pounds.

Source: CarBuzz model-year specification page
Q07How many people does the 2027 Nissan Frontier King Cab 4x2 S seat?
Specifications

CarBuzz lists 4 seats for the 2027 Nissan Frontier King Cab 4x2 S.

Source: CarBuzz model-year specification page
Q08How big is the fuel tank on the 2027 Nissan Frontier King Cab 4x2 S?
Specifications

CarBuzz lists a 21.1-gallon fuel tank for the 2027 Nissan Frontier King Cab 4x2 S.

Source: CarBuzz model-year specification page
Q09What is the GVWR of the 2027 Nissan Frontier King Cab 4x2 S?
Specifications

CarBuzz lists a curb weight of 4,385 pounds and a maximum payload of 1,590 pounds for the 2027 Nissan Frontier King Cab 4x2 S; because payload is the gross vehicle weight rating minus curb weight, that puts the GVWR at 5,975 pounds.

Source: CarBuzz model-year specification page
Q10What is the payload capacity of the 2027 Nissan Frontier King Cab 4x2 S?
Specifications

CarBuzz lists a maximum payload of 1,590 pounds for the 2027 Nissan Frontier King Cab 4x2 S.

Source: CarBuzz model-year specification page
Q11How much ground clearance does the 2027 Nissan Frontier 4x2 S 4dr King Cab 6.1 ft. SB have?
Specifications

CarDealerships.com lists 7.8 inches of ground clearance for the 2027 Nissan Frontier 4x2 S 4dr King Cab 6.1 ft. SB.

Source: CarDealerships.com model-year specification page
Q12How much headroom and legroom does the 2027 Nissan Frontier 4x2 S 4dr King Cab 6.1 ft. SB have?
Specifications

CarDealerships.com lists the 2027 Nissan Frontier 4x2 S 4dr King Cab 6.1 ft. SB with 39.7 inches of front headroom, 42.3 inches of front legroom, 36.6 inches of rear headroom and 26.2 inches of rear legroom.

Source: CarDealerships.com model-year specification page
Q13What size tires does the 2027 Nissan Frontier 4x2 S 4dr King Cab 6.1 ft. SB come with?
Specifications

CarDealerships.com lists 265/70R16 tires on the 2027 Nissan Frontier 4x2 S 4dr King Cab 6.1 ft. SB.

Source: CarDealerships.com model-year specification page
Q14What warranty does the 2027 Nissan Frontier King Cab 4x2 S come with?
Specifications

CarBuzz lists the 2027 Nissan Frontier King Cab 4x2 S with basic coverage of 36 months or 36,000 miles, powertrain coverage of 60 months or 60,000 miles, corrosion coverage of 60 months with unlimited miles and roadside assistance of 36 months or 36,000 miles. The 2026 model year has the same figure.

Source: CarBuzz model-year specification page
Q15How quickly does the 2027 Nissan Frontier accelerate from 0 to 60 mph?
Specifications

The most recent instrumented 0 to 60 mph tests of this model that 0-60Specs.com lists are of earlier model years than the 2027 Nissan Frontier: 7.3 seconds for the 2025 Nissan Frontier PRO-4X Crew Cab (4'11.5" Bed) (Car and Driver) and 7.6 seconds for the 2025 Nissan Frontier PRO-4X Crew Cab (4'11.5" Bed) (Motor Trend). The 2026 model year has the same figure.

Source: 0-60Specs.com model-year specification page

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