Nissan Frontier — All Years
We have Nissan Frontier specifications on file for 17 model years, 2010–2026, covering pickup trims. Across those years EPA data lists 3 different engines. Combined fuel economy runs from 19 to 25 mpg (UK) depending on year, engine and transmission. 0 of the 9 rated model years hold an overall 5-star NHTSA rating. Select a year below for full engine, fuel economy, dimensions and safety data.
| Year | Engine(s) | Fuel | MPG (UK) | CO₂ g/km | NHTSA | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 3.8L 6-cyl | Regular Gasoline | 23–25 | 263 | 4★ | 0 | 10 |
| 2025 | 3.8L 6-cyl | Regular Gasoline | 23–25 | 268 | 4★ | 0 | 8 |
| 2024 | 3.8L 6-cyl | Regular Gasoline | 24–25 | 272 | 4★ | 0 | 22 |
| 2023 | 3.8L 6-cyl | Regular Gasoline | 23–24 | 276 | 4★ | 0 | 66 |
| 2022 | 3.8L 6-cyl | Regular Gasoline | 23–24 | 276 | 4★ | 6 | 112 |
| 2021 | 3.8L 6-cyl | Regular Gasoline | 23–24 | 277 | 4★ | 0 | 19 |
| 2020 | 3.8L 6-cyl | Regular Gasoline | 23–24 | 277 | 4★ | 0 | 23 |
| 2019 | 2.5L 4-cyl / 4L 6-cyl | Regular Gasoline | 20–25 | 264 | 4★ | 1 | 28 |
| 2018 | 2.5L 4-cyl / 4L 6-cyl | Regular Gasoline | 20–25 | 268 | — | 2 | 25 |
| 2017 | 2.5L 4-cyl / 4L 6-cyl | Regular Gasoline | 20–25 | 268 | 4★ | 1 | 38 |
| 2016 | 2.5L 4-cyl / 4L 6-cyl | Regular Gasoline | 20–25 | 265 | — | 1 | 43 |
| 2015 | 2.5L 4-cyl / 4L 6-cyl | Regular Gasoline | 20–25 | 264 | — | 0 | 33 |
| 2014 | 2.5L 4-cyl / 4L 6-cyl | Regular Gasoline | 20–25 | 264 | — | 2 | 42 |
| 2013 | 2.5L 4-cyl / 4L 6-cyl | Regular Gasoline | 20–25 | 265 | — | 1 | 48 |
| 2012 | 2.5L 4-cyl / 4L 6-cyl | Regular Gasoline | 19–25 | 263 | — | 3 | 78 |
| 2011 | 2.5L 4-cyl / 4L 6-cyl | Regular Gasoline | 19–25 | 263 | — | 1 | 64 |
| 2010 | 2.5L 4-cyl / 4L 6-cyl | Regular Gasoline | 19–25 | 263 | — | 0 | 59 |
Best and Worst Nissan Frontier Years: What the NHTSA Data Shows
Across the 13 Nissan Frontier model years from 2010 to 2022 that have NHTSA data, the typical year has about 42 owner complaints on file. These are the extremes:
Fewest owner complaints
Complaint counts are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and rise with how many cars were sold and how long they have been on the road, so treat them as a pointer for what to inspect, not a reliability score. Model years after 2022 are left out because they have had little time to accumulate reports. Always check a specific car by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Engine History
- 2.5L 4-cyl — 2010–2019
- 4L 6-cyl — 2010–2019
- 3.8L 6-cyl — 2020–2026
Engines are those EPA lists for each model year; the MPG (UK) column shows the range across configurations where more than one exists.
Frequently Asked Questions
What years is the Nissan Frontier covered on this site?
We have data for 17 model years of the Nissan Frontier, from 2010 to 2026.
What engines does the Nissan Frontier come with?
EPA data lists: 2.5L 4-cyl (2010–2019); 4L 6-cyl (2010–2019); 3.8L 6-cyl (2020–2026).
Which Nissan Frontier year has the best fuel economy?
The 2026 model returns the highest combined MPG (UK) on record here, at 25 mpg on its most efficient configuration.
Does the Nissan Frontier have a 5-star NHTSA safety rating?
No model year of this car currently has a 5-star overall NHTSA rating on record here — check the individual year pages above for the exact rating available.
Which Nissan Frontier model years have the most recalls and complaints?
The 2022 model year has the most NHTSA recall campaigns on record (6), and the 2022 has the most owner complaints (112). NHTSA lists no recalls for 2010, 2015, 2020–2021 and 2023–2026. Counts are from NHTSA as of 6 October 2026 and change over time; complaints are unverified owner reports.
What body style is the Nissan Frontier?
The Nissan Frontier is classed as a pickup on this site.
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