Used Nissan Frontier
Mid-size · 21 listings · max towing 6,720 lb · max payload 1,610 lb
The Nissan Frontier on the used market
The D40 Frontier (2005–2021) was the same truck for 16 years — a remarkable run of mechanical simplicity and proven reliability. The 2022 D41 redesign brought modern tech, refined drivetrain, and competitive safety. Both generations are excellent used buys for different reasons.
D40 Frontiers under 100,000 miles in southern states are bargain mid-size buys. D41 Frontiers depreciate faster than Tacomas — meaningful value.
Available trims
Browse by model year
Click into any year for engine specs, towing/payload, fuel economy, common issues, and the used market value range for that model year.
Engine options across model years
| From model year | Available powertrains |
|---|---|
| 2014+ | 2.5L I4 (152 hp) · 4.0L V6 (261 hp / 281 lb-ft) |
| 2022+ | 3.8L V6 (310 hp / 281 lb-ft) |
Common issues to inspect for
- D40 4.0L V6: timing chain tensioner wear on high-mileage trucks
- D40 5-speed automatic: well-understood, simple, parts cheap
- D41 9-speed: too new for long-term data, no widespread complaints to date
- Frame rust on northern-state D40s — inspect carefully
Where the inventory is
Featured Frontier listings
| Year & Trim | Body | Miles | Price | State |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 Pro-4X 2.5L I4 (152 hp) |
Extended Cab | 133,785 mi | $8,662 | Alabama |
| 2019 Pro-4X 4.0L V6 (261 hp / 281 lb-ft) |
Crew Cab | 109,571 mi | $13,013 | Arizona |
| 2016 S 2.5L I4 (152 hp) |
Crew Cab | 143,074 mi | $7,825 | Colorado |
| 2016 SV 4.0L V6 (261 hp / 281 lb-ft) |
Regular Cab | 153,574 mi | $8,126 | Colorado |
| 2024 S 3.8L V6 (310 hp / 281 lb-ft) |
Extended Cab | 24,130 mi | $24,392 | Illinois |
| 2023 SV 3.8L V6 (310 hp / 281 lb-ft) |
Extended Cab | 25,443 mi | $20,761 | Minnesota |
| 2017 SL 4.0L V6 (261 hp / 281 lb-ft) |
Regular Cab | 136,497 mi | $8,487 | Missouri |
| 2018 SV 2.5L I4 (152 hp) |
Crew Cab | 124,622 mi | $9,156 | New Mexico |
| 2021 S 4.0L V6 (261 hp / 281 lb-ft) |
Regular Cab | 69,677 mi | $17,274 | Indiana |
| 2022 SV 3.8L V6 (310 hp / 281 lb-ft) |
Regular Cab | 32,702 mi | $20,644 | California |
| 2022 S 3.8L V6 (310 hp / 281 lb-ft) |
Crew Cab | 48,961 mi | $18,970 | Idaho |
| 2019 S 4.0L V6 (261 hp / 281 lb-ft) |
Crew Cab | 63,177 mi | $12,184 | Wisconsin |
| 2018 Platinum Reserve 2.5L I4 (152 hp) |
Crew Cab | 99,333 mi | $11,191 | Connecticut |
| 2019 SV 4.0L V6 (261 hp / 281 lb-ft) |
Crew Cab | 97,155 mi | $13,249 | Iowa |
| 2021 SV 2.5L I4 (152 hp) |
Regular Cab | 56,965 mi | $14,875 | Maine |
| 2019 Platinum Reserve 2.5L I4 (152 hp) |
Crew Cab | 61,658 mi | $12,421 | Mississippi |
| 2016 Pro-4X 4.0L V6 (261 hp / 281 lb-ft) |
Regular Cab | 146,221 mi | $8,427 | Georgia |
| 2018 S 4.0L V6 (261 hp / 281 lb-ft) |
Extended Cab | 81,225 mi | $8,953 | Maryland |
| 2015 Pro-4X 2.5L I4 (152 hp) |
Extended Cab | 97,263 mi | $7,800 | Oregon |
| 2015 Platinum Reserve 4.0L V6 (261 hp / 281 lb-ft) |
Regular Cab | 155,448 mi | $7,800 | Pennsylvania |
Buying a used Nissan Frontier — what to know
The Frontier sits in the mid-size segment, where competition is fierce and used pricing varies widely by configuration, mileage, and region. The single biggest variable on used pricing is powertrain — diesel-engined trucks of any year typically command a 15–30% premium over equivalent gas trucks, even after accounting for the higher fuel cost per mile. Use the year-by-year breakdown above to confirm which powertrains were even available in the model year you are shopping.
Trim level matters next. The trim ladder for the Frontier runs from work-spec base trims (vinyl seats, rubber floors, manual windows on older years) up through luxury-class top trims with leather, large infotainment, advanced driver assists, and air suspension. The depreciation curve on top trims is steeper than on mid-range trims, which makes 4–6 year old top-trim trucks an unusually strong used value. A 5-year-old top-trim Frontier often costs less than a new mid-trim version with comparable mileage and far less equipment.
Mileage matters but mileage type matters more. A high-mileage Frontier that lived a highway-commuter life is often a better long-term bet than a low-mileage truck that sat in city traffic and short trips its whole life. Ask the seller about usage patterns. Get the answer in writing if it influences your offer. And whatever the seller tells you, verify with a third-party pre-purchase inspection before signing.