The Nissan Frontier is first and foremost a workhorse – designed to tackle both professional and personal projects. Every Frontier starts with a full-length, fully boxed ladder frame, then adds a choice of two powerful engines – 4.0-liter DOHC V6 rated at 261 horsepower and 281 lb-ft of torque, or a 152-horsepower 2.5-liter inline 4-cylinder (King Cab only) – mated to either a 5-speed manual (I4), 6-speed manual (V6) or 5-speed automatic transmission.

Enhancements for the 2018 model year include the addition of standard RearView Monitor across all models and updated base grade content – including standard air conditioning, cruise control, Bluetooth® Hands-free Phone System, 5.0-inch color display audio and Siri® Eyes Free.

In addition, a new Midnight Edition is offered on Frontier for the first time (late availability). The Midnight Edition package includes a gloss-black grille, 18-inch gloss black aluminum-alloy wheels, semi-gloss black step rails, body-color front and rear bumpers, black outside rearview mirrors and door handles and black badging. It is available in Crew Cab SV 4×2 and 4×4 automatic transmission models and in a choice of Magnetic Black, Gun Metallic and Glacier White exterior colors.

Authentic Truck Style, Innovation to Get the Job Done
The exterior design of the 2018 Frontier embodies a number of signature Nissan truck themes – an angled strut grille, large bumpers, short front and rear overhangs and large, stamped-steel geometric fender flares.

Long Bed models are available with Frontier Crew Cab SV. Measuring more than 13 inches longer than the Crew Cab’s standard bed, the Long Bed models offer the roomy interior of the Crew Cab plus the extended bed space of the King Cab. Frontier also provides levels of innovation in an area where it matters most to truck owners – the bed. Both Frontier King Cab and Crew Cab offer an available high-utility bed that includes a factory-applied spray-on bedliner and first-in-class Utili-track™ Channel System.

The Utili-track™ system provides ultimate cargo hauling flexibility through the use of five special “C” cross-section rails mounted in the bed (two channels in the bed floor and one each on the bed side rails and the bed header panel). Removable utility cleats slide into the channels, providing a wide range of attaching points for securing cargo.

In addition to the tie-down cleats, a full range of accessories is offered for use with the channel system, including bed dividers, sliding cargo trays and modular storage units.

The Frontier exterior also features a tinted front window, rear privacy glass and a hitch ball provision on the rear bumper. Frontier SL models include chrome front grille, chrome outside mirrors and door handles, along with tubular step rails and front fog lights. A tilt and power sliding moonroof is available on Crew Cab SV and standard on the SL model, while a tailgate spoiler is standard on all models.

The new Midnight Edition adds a gloss-black grille, semi gloss-black step rails, body-color front and rear bumpers, black outside rearview mirrors and door handles and black Midnight Edition badging.

Eight exterior colors are offered for 2018: Forged Copper, Gun Metallic, Magnetic Black, Glacier White, Cayenne Red, Brilliant Silver, Lava Red and Arctic Blue Metallic.

Just as the high-utility bed offers Frontier owners an exceptional level of flexibility and utility, Frontier’s interior features outstanding functionality combined with comfort and intelligent design. Both Frontier King Cab and Crew Cab feature large rear doors (rear hinged on King Cab) for easy access to the rear seating and cargo areas and flip-up rear seats, along with excellent cab storage and flexibility.

Useful storage boxes are tucked beneath the rear seats. A locking dual glove box, center console storage, one-liter bottle storage integrated into the front doors and a multitude of cupholders and power points are standard. Frontier Crew Cab also offers an available leather-appointed interior.

Frontier PRO-4X and SL grades include NissanConnectSM with Navigation and Mobile Apps with 5.8-inch display, touch-screen display, Nissan Voice Recognition for navigation and audio, and SiriusXM® Traffic, SiriusXM® Travel Link™ (SiriusXM® subscription required, sold separately).

Ample Power for Rugged Off-Road Performance
The heart and soul of the Frontier is its rugged F-Alpha platform. Starting with a full-size, fully boxed ladder frame, the platform provides a rugged foundation on which to build.  Constructed of high tensile-strength steel, the platform provides structural rigidity for rock-solid performance on- and off-road.

Frontier’s long 125.9-inch wheelbase helps enhance ride comfort, while the overall length of 205.5 inches (King Cab and Crew Cab Regular Bed) is a perfect “activity size” for buyers who don’t need a true full-size pickup. All 2018 Frontier models feature an all-steel double-wishbone front suspension and solid axle rear suspension with overslung leaf springs and a long suspension stroke for off-road performance. Frontier PRO-4X and Desert Runner models add Bilstein® off-road high-pressure shock absorbers.

Exceptional acceleration, towing capacity and all-around off-roading ability is provided, in large measure, by its powerful engine – a 4.0-liter DOHC V6 producing 261 horsepower and 281 lb-ft of torque. The 4.0-liter DOHC V6 is specifically tuned for the unique demands of truck use. Besides smooth torque delivery, the V6 offers good fuel efficiency and smooth operation. The 4.0-liter V6 design includes a Continuously Variable Valve Timing Control System (CVTCS), Nissan variable Induction Control System (NICS), silent timing chain, microfinished camshaft and crankshaft surfaces, Teflon®-coated pistons, resin intake manifold, forged crankshaft, digital knock control system, high capacity muffler and lightweight aluminum block and cylinder heads. The Frontier V6 is assembled at Nissan’s advanced engine production facility in Decherd, Tenn.

An advanced 2.5-liter DOHC inline 4-cylinder engine with 152 horsepower and 171 lb-ft torque is also available on the Frontier King Cab S-I4 and SV-I4 4×2 models. The 2.5-liter King Cab 2WD M/T-equipped Frontier is rated at an economical 19 mpg city and 23 mpg highway¹.

Frontier is offered with a choice of three transmissions – a smooth 5-speed automatic, a 5-speed manual transmission (King Cab 4-cylinder models) or a 6-speed manual (Crew Cab V6 models). Frontier 4×4 models include a shift-on-the-fly 4-wheel-drive system with 2WD/4H/4LO modes operated by an electronically controlled part-time transfer case.

Frontier 4×4 models are available with 4-wheel limited-slip system, which helps transfer power to the drive wheels with more grip on low traction surfaces. The available Hill Descent Control feature allows slow hill descent without the constant application of the brake pedal.  Hill Descent Control must be engaged by the driver (via a switch) and is available only when the transfer case is engaged in 4H or 4LO (it works in both forward and reverse). It can be activated at speeds up to 21 mph in 4H and 15 mph in 4LO.

Hill Start Assist (HSA) allows the driver to stop on an incline, release the brake pedal and not roll back for up to two seconds while the driver moves his or her foot to the accelerator for a smooth, controlled start. HSA operates in 4×4 models in 2WD, 4H and 4LO. HSA is designed for rugged, low-speed off-road driving situations. Hill Descent Control and Hill Start Assist are standard on all V6 Frontier SV, SL and PRO-4X 4×4 automatic transmission-equipped models. A 2-Wheel Brake Limited Slip (ABLS) system is standard on all 4×2 models.

All key underbody hardware is tucked up to the frame rails for a minimum 8.9 inches (4×4) or 8.6 inches (4×2) of running ground clearance on V6-equipped S, SV, SL and PRO-4X models. Every Frontier also offers good approach and departure angles for exceptional off-road capability.

Other Frontier driveline components include engine-speed-sensitive power-assisted rack-and-pinion steering and standard 4-wheel disc brakes with Anti-lock Braking System (ABS). Frontier is offered with a range of available wheels and tires, including 16-inch off road style wheels with rugged 265/75R16 white-letter All-Terrain tires and 18-inch wheels with 265/60R18 tires.

Frontier’s maximum towing capacity is rated at up to 6,690 pounds (maximum, when properly equipped).

Every Frontier includes a long list of safety equipment, including Zone Body construction with front and rear crumple zones, Nissan Advanced Air Bag System (which includes dual-stage front supplemental air bags with seat belt sensors and an occupant classification sensor), front seat-mounted side-impact supplemental air bags and roof-mounted curtain side-impact supplemental air bags with rollover sensor for front and rear-seat outboard occupant head protection.

Also standard are 3-point seat belts for all rear seat occupants, including center position (Crew Cab), 3-point front seat belts with pretensioners and load limiters, the LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) child seat anchor system and a Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS).

A Wide Range of Available Models
The Nissan Frontier is available in a wide range of models and configurations. The Frontier King Cab is offered in four well-equipped models, starting with Frontier S-I4 4×2 (2.5-liter inline 4-cylinder, 5-speed manual or 5-speed automatic transmission) and Frontier SV-I4 4×2 (2.5-liter inline 4-cylinder, 5-speed manual or 5-speed automatic transmission). Also available are the Frontier Desert Runner (4.0-liter V6, 5-speed automatic transmission); Frontier SV-V6 4×2 or 4×4 (4.0-liter V6, 6-speed manual) and PRO-4X 4×4 (5-speed automatic). Frontier PRO-4X King Cab models receive a factory-applied spray-on bedliner, bed rail caps, Utili-trackÔ channel system and four adjustable tie-down cleats.

The 2018 Nissan Frontier Crew Cab is offered in S, SV, SL, Desert Runner and PRO-4X models, in regular or Long Bed body styles (SV only), each offered with a standard 4.0-liter V6. Frontier S, SV and SL grades are available in a choice of 4×4 or 4×2 drivelines, while PRO-4X is offered in 4×4 only and Desert Runner in 4×2 only.

Frontier Crew Cab S, PRO-4X and SV models are offered with either 6-speed manual or 5-speed automatic transmissions, while Crew Cab Desert Runner and SL models are available with the 5-speed automatic transmission only.

Frontier SV Crew Cab models include an additional 12-volt power outlet (one in the instrument panel, one in the center console), remote keyless entry, power windows with driver’s auto down, manual sliding rear window with lock, power door locks, dual power outside mirrors, bed rail caps, front reading/map lamps and more.

Frontier Desert Runner (4×2 only) is offered with a 4.0-liter V6 and automatic transmission, and features Bilstein® off-road high-pressure shock absorbers, 16-inch Off-Road wheels and tires and unique design elements.

The PRO-4X (4×4 only) comes equipped with Bilstein® off-road high-pressure shock absorbers, skid plates on the fuel tank, oil pan and transfer case, an electronic rear differential locker 4-wheel limited-slip (ABLS) and unique machine-finished 16-inch aluminum-alloy off-road wheels with 265/75R16 All-Terrain tires.

All PRO-4Xs also feature body-colored grille and bumpers, outside mirrors and door handles and fog lamps. Added comfort and convenience features include cruise control, remote keyless entry, power windows and door locks and dual power outside mirrors. The PRO-4X interior includes leather-appointed white-stitched shifter knob and steering wheel, chrome accent ring around the white-faced meter gauges and trip computer.

PRO-4X models also include standard NissanConnect with Navigation and Mobile Apps, with 5.8-inch display, touch-screen display, Nissan Voice Recognition for navigation and audio, SiriusXM® Traffic, SiriusXM® Travel Link™ (SiriusXM® subscription required, sold separately), and Streaming Audio via Bluetooth®.

The Frontier Desert Runner (4×2 only) includes 16-inch Off-Road aluminum-alloy wheels, 265/75R16 All-Terrain tires, Bilstein® off-road high-pressure shocks, 8-way manual driver’s seat, unique seat cloth, embroidered Frontier logo on the front seats, Satin Chrome ring accent around white-faces meter gauges, fog lights, painted rear bumper, unique bedside Desert Runner decals, Desert Runner tailgate badge, Satin Chrome grille and trip computer.

The Frontier Crew Cab SL grade includes 18-inch aluminum-alloy wheels, full-size aluminum-alloy spare wheel, leather-appointed seating, 8-way power driver’s seat, 4-way power passenger seat, rear fold-down center armrest, leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob, dual power heated outside rearview mirrors, HomeLink Universal Receiver, body-color side moldings, chrome front grille, chrome bumpers and outside mirrors, chrome outside door handles, tubular step rails and illuminated vanity mirrors.

Five Available Option Packages
A limited number of option packages are offered for the 2018 Frontier, starting with the S Work Truck Package (King Cab I4, Crew Cab V6), which adds spray-in bedliner, bedrail caps, rubber floor mats and splash guards (4×2 only).

The SV Value Truck Package (SV V6 models only) adds rear sonar, Dual Zone Auto A/C, two additional speakers, auto-dimming mirror with compass and temperature, spray-in bedliner, Utili-Track™ system with four adjustable tie-down cleats, heated cloth seats, fog lights, Vehicle Security System (VSS), sliding bed extender, trailer hitch, leather-wrapped steering wheel, leather-wrapped shift knob.

Frontier Crew Cab PRO-4X models have an available Premium Package, which features leather-appointed seating with PRO-4X logo, 8-way power driver’s seat, 4-way power front passenger’s seat, dual heated outside rearview mirrors, rear fold-down center armrest, moonroof and roof rack with crossbars. Frontier Crew Cab SV models are available with the Moonroof Package featuring a tilt and sliding moonroof. The Moonroof Package is standard on all SL trim levels in 2018.

New for 2018 is the Midnight Edition Package with gloss-black grille, 18-inch gloss-black wheels, semi-gloss black step rails, body-colored front and rear bumpers, black exterior door handles, painted black exterior rearview mirrors, semi-gloss black tubular step rails, semi-gloss black badging and “Midnight Edition” badging.

 

Mechanical

Engine
Name	VQ40
Cam design	DOHC
Orientation	Longitudinal
Cylinders / configuration	V6
Block / head composition	Aluminum/aluminum
Displacement (liters / cc)	4.0L / 3,954 cc
Horsepower	261 @ 5600 RPM
Torque (lb-ft)	281 @ 4000 RPM
Bore & stroke (mm)	95.5 x 92
Compression ratio (:1)	9.7
Spark plugs	Platinum-tipped
Maximum engine speed	6,000 rpm
Induction system	Nissan Induction Control System
Valvetrain	DOHC 24-valve, silent chain, two-stage, 4 valves per cylinder
Engine mounts	4 solid (non-fluid filled) mounts
Emissions system	LEV2–LEV (50-state)
Exhaust	Single exit & main muffler

 

Electrical
Ignition system	Electronic (direct ignition)
Starter	12 volt
Alternator	130 amps
Battery	GR24F-550

 

Trans & Drive System

4×2

4×4

S

SV

DR

SL

S

SV

PRO-4X

SL

Drive configuration

2WD

4WD

6-speed M/T 5-speed A/T

S

–

–

–

–

S

S

–

O

S

S

S

S

O

O

S

Gear ratio 1st 2nd 3rd 4th 5th 6th Reverse

6-speed M/T

5-speed A/T

4.368 2.518 1.743 1.283 1.000 0.769 3.966

3.842 2.353 1.529 1.000 0.839 – 2.764

Final drive ratio (:1)

3.537 – 6MT 4×2 3.133 – 5AT 4×2

3.692 – 6MT 4×4 3.357 – 5AT 4×4

Transfer case

–

S

4WD

High Low

–

1.000

–

2.625

Crawl ratio (1st gear)

–

42.33 – 6MT 33.86 – 5AT

Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC)

S

Hill Start Assist

–

S – 5AT

Hill Descent Assist

–

S – 5AT

2-wheel limited slip

S

–

4-wheel limited slip

–

S

Electric Rear Locking Differential

–

S

–

 

Braking System
Front (in.)	11.7 x 1.1, 2-piston vented disc
Rear (in.)	11.3 x 0.7, single piston vented disc
Electronic Brake force Distribution	S
4-wheel ABS	S
Parking brake	Center lever

 

Steering	4×2				4×4
	S	SV	DR	SL			S	SV	PRO-4X	SL
Type	Engine speed-sensitive power rack-and-pinion
Overall ratio (:1)	20.4
Turns (lock-to-lock)	3.6
Curb-to-curb turning diameter (ft.)	43.58 – SWB 47.75 – LWB					43.33 – SWB 47.50 – LWB
Steering wheel Urethane Leather Leather w/white stitching	S – –	S O –	S –	– S		S – –		S O –	– – S	– S –
Steering-wheel mounted audio controls	S	S	S	S		S		S	S	S
Steering-wheel mounted BluetoothTMcontrols	S	S	S	S		S		S	S	S

 

Suspension	4×2				4×4
	S	SV	DR	SL			S	SV	PRO-4X	SL
Front	Independent double wishbone
Stabilizer bar	S – 34 mm
Rear	Overslung multi-leaf
DanaTM44rear axle	S – 6MT	S – 6MT	–	–		S – 6MT		S – 6MT	S	–
BilsteinTMshocks	–	–	S	–		–		–	S	–

 

Body/Chassis	4×2				4×4
	S	SV	DR	SL			S	SV	PRO-4X	SL
Type	Body on frame (ladder type)
Materials	Corrosion resistant, high strength steel
Skid plates	–	–	–	–		–		–	Oil pan, transfer case, fuel tank	–
Tow hitch	Class IV receiver hitch member – Optional SV, Accessory DR, PRO-4X, SL
	Hitch ball provision on rear bumper – Standard
Front tow hook	–					S
Rear door	90-degree access

Exterior

Wheels	4×2				4×4
	S	SV	DR	SL			S	SV	PRO-4X	SL
16-inch designed steel, painted finish	S	–	–	–		S		–	–	–
16-inch aluminum-alloy spoke, painted finish	–	S	–	–		–		S	–	–
16-inch Off-Road painted aluminum-alloy	–	–	S	–		–		–	–	–
16-inch Off-Road aluminum-alloy	–	–	–	–		–		–	S	–
16-inch gloss black aluminum-alloy	–	O	–	–		–		O	–	–
18-inch aluminum-alloy, split 6-spoke	–	–	–	S		–		–	–	S
7JJ inches wide	S	S	S	–		S		S	S	–
7.5JJ inches wide	–	–	–	S		–		–	–	S

 

Tires	4×2				4×4
	S	SV	DR	SL			S	SV	PRO-4X	SL
P265/70R16	S	S	–	–		S		S	–	–
P265/75R16	–	–	S	–		–		–	S	–
P265/60R18	–	–	–	S		–		–	–	S
Spare tire	Conventional

 

Lights	4×2				4×4
	S	SV	DR	SL			S	SV	PRO-4X	SL
Headlights	Halogen
Auto on/off	–	–	–	S		–		–	S	S
Front fog lamps	–	O	S	S		–		O	S	S
Center high mt. stop lamp	S

 

Exterior Features	4×2				4×4
	S	SV	DR	SL			S	SV	PRO-4X	SL
Outside mirrors Black Body color Chrome Power adj. Heat	Folding
	S	S	S	–		S		S	–	–
	–	–	–	–		–		–	S	–
	–	–	–	S		–		–	–	S
	–	S	S	S		–		S	S	S
	–	–	–	S		–		–	O	S
Front bumper Black Body color Chrome
	S	–	–	–		S		–	–	–
	–	S	S	–		–		S	S	–
	–	–	–	S		–		–	–	S
Rear bumper Body color Painted Chrome
	S	–	–	–		S		–	S	–
	–	–	S	–		–		–	–	–
	–	S	–	S		–		S	–	S
Grille Chrome
	S	S	–	S		S		S	–	S
Satin Chrome			S	–					S
Body color side moldings	–	–	–	S		–		–	–	S
Door handles Black Body color Chrome
	S	S	S	–		S		S	–	–
	–	–	–	–		–		–	S	–
	–	–	–	S		–		–	–	S
Step rails	–	–	–	S		–		–	–	S
Splash guards	–	–	–	–		S		S	S	S

 

Bed	4×2				4×4
	S	SV	DR	SL			S	SV	PRO-4X	SL
Long Bed	–	O	–	–		–		O	–	O
Spray-on bedliner	–	O	–	S		–		O	S	S
Utili-track™ C-channel system	–	O	–	S		–		O	S	S
Tie-down hooks	S	S	S	–		S		S	–	–
Tailgate	Detachable, w/lock
Tailgate spoiler	S

 

Roof	4×2				4×4
	S	SV	DR	SL			S	SV	PRO-4X	SL
Moonroof, power tilt and slide	–	O	–	S		–		O	O	S
Roof rack	–	–	–	–		–		–	O	–
Cross bars	–	–	–	–		–		–	O	–

Interior

Seating	4×2				4×4
	S	SV	DR	SL			S	SV	PRO-4X	SL
Capacity	5
Material Base cloth Premium cloth Emb. two-tone cloth Emb. two-tone Emb. DR cloth Leather-appt. Emb. lthr-appt.	S – – – – – –	– S – O – – –	– – – – S – –	– – – – S –		S – – – – – –		– S – O – – –	– – S – – – O	– – – – – S –
Driver’s seat 4-way manual 8-way power Manual lumbar	S – –	S – –	S – S	– S S		S – –		S – –	S O S	– S S
Front pass. seat 4-way manual 4-way power	S –	S –	S –	– S		S –		S –	S O	– S
Heated front seats	–	O	–	S		–		O	S	S
Front seat Active Head Restraints	S
Rear seats	60/40 split back cushion flip-up w/ adjustable headrests
Fold-down rear center armrest	–	–	–	S		–		–	O	S

 

Audio and Navigation

4×2

4×4

S

SV

DR

SL

S

SV

PRO-4X

SL

AM/FM/CD with 6 speakers

S

S

S

–

S

S

–

–

AM/FM/10-speaker Rockford Fosgate®

–

–

–

S

–

–

S

S

Radio Data System (RDS)

S

S

S

S

S

S

S

S

WMA/MP3 capability

S

S

S

S

S

S

S

S

AUX-IN jack

S

S

S

S

S

S

S

S

SiriusXM Satellite Radio (SiriusXM subscription required, sold separately)

–

S

S

S

–

S

S

S

Bluetooth® Hands-Free Phone System

S

S

S

S

S

S

S

S

5.0-inch color display

S

S

S

–

S

S

–

–

Siri Eyes Free®

S

S

S

S

S

S

S

S

Streaming Audio via Bluetooth®

S

S

S

S

S

S

S

S

NissanConnectSM with Mobile Apps

–

–

–

S

–

–

S

S

NissanConnect with Navigation and Mobile Apps, 5.8-inch display, touch-screen display, Nissan Voice Recognition for navigation and audio, SiriusXM Traffic, SiriusXM Travel Link™ (SiriusXM subscription required, sold separately), Streaming Audio via Bluetooth®

–

–

–

S

–

–

S

S

 

Instrument-ation

4×2

4×4

S

SV

DR

SL

S

SV

PRO-4X

SL

Meters/Gauges (Analog)

Speedometer Tachometer Fuel Level Coolant Temp Oil Pressure Volt Meter Digital Odometer Trip Odometer Dual Digital clock

Compass

–

O

S

S

–

O

S

S

Outside temp.

–

O

S

S

–

O

S

S

White face, gray letters

–

–

S

–

–

–

S

–

Vehicle Information System

–

–

–

S

–

–

S

S

 

Convenience Features	4×2				4×4
	S	SV	DR	SL			S	SV	PRO-4X	SL
Cruise control	S
Power windows w/ driver auto-down	–	S				–		S
Power door locks	–	S				–		S
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)	–	S				–		S
Remote release	Hood
First aid kit	–	–	–	S		–		–	S	S
Storage	Removable rear under seat storage w/lid, dual glove box, lower glove box w/lock, center console box, instrument cluster upper tray, front door pocket and bottle holder, rear door pocket, front console storage w/lid, driver’s seat back pocket, slide-on-rod-style sunvisors and sunglass holder
Cup holders	2 in front console w/rubber inserts, 2 in rear console
Driver’s seatback pocket	S
12-volt power outlet	1 on instrument panel, 1 in center console Additional outlet SV, Desert Runner, PRO-4X, SL
Auto dimming rearview mirror	–	O	–	S		–		O	S	S
RearView Monitor	S
HomeLink® Universal Transceiver	–	–	–	S		–		–	–	S
Steering wheel switch illum.	S

 

Safety and Security

Passenger Restraint Systems
Air bags	Nissan Advanced Air Bag System (AABS); roof-mounted curtain side impact supplemental air bags with rollover sensor, front seat-mounted side–impact supplemental air bags
Seatbelts	Front: 3-point height adjustable with pretensioners and load limiters Rear: 3-point outboard and center positions
LATCH System	Rear
Other features	Side-door guard beams, energy-absorbing steering column, front crumple zones

 

Security
Immobilizer	S (except S grade)
VSS	Optional on SV; standard on PRO-4X, SL

Dimensions

Weights

4×2

4×4

S

SV

DR

SL

S

SV

PRO-4X

SL

Curb weight (lbs)

M/T A/T

4,230 4,246

4,230

– 4,253

– 4,386

– 4,470

4,537 4,457

4,455 4,570

– 4,628

A/T LWB

–

4,367

–

–

–

4,586

–

4,760

Wt. Dist.

M/T A/T AT LWB

55/45 55/45 –

55/45 54/46

– 54/46 –

– 55/45 –

– 57/43 –

57/43 57/43 57/43

56/44 56/44 –

– 57/43 57/43

GVWR (lbs)

M/T A/T AT LWB

5,690 5,730 –

5,730 5,730

– 5,600 –

– 5,730 –

– 5,816 –

5,666 5,816 5,816

5,600 5,600 –

– 5,816 5,816

Max payld.

M/T A/T AT LWB

1,450 1,460 –

– 1,450 1,360

– 1,340

– 1,370 –

– 1,340 –

1,120 1,350 1,220

1,040 1,020 –

– 1,180 1,050

 

Exterior (Inches)	4×2					4×4
	S		SV	DR	SL			S	SV	PRO-4X	SL
Wheelbase		125.9 SWB / 139.9 LWB
Overall length		205.5 (Standard) / 219.4 (Long Bed)
Overall width		72.8
Overall height		70.1 (w/o roof rack), 73.9 (w/ roof rack)
Front overhang		31.3
Rear overhang		48.2
Tread width FR		61.8
Tread width RR		61.8
Ground clearance		9.8 at rear differential 8.6 minimum running					10.1 at rear differential 8.9 at front differential 8.9 minimum running

 

Bed Dimensions (Inches)
Length	59.5 (Standard)/73.3 (Long Bed)
Width	58.8 at tailgate 61.4 at C-channel 44.4 between wheel wells
Depth	18.0
Cargo bed volume	27.1 cu. ft. (Standard)/33.5 cu. ft. (Long Bed)

 

Off-Road Specs (Degrees)	4×2								4×4
	S		SV		DR		SL				S	SV		PRO-4X		SL
Approach angle		30.5		30.5		31.5		30.5		31.5			31.5		32.6		31.5
Departure angle		22.1		22.1		22.6		22.1		22.6			22.6		23.3		22.6
Breakover angle		19.8		19.8		19.5		19.8		20.6			20.6		20.5		20.6

Interior Dimensions (Inches)
1st row Head room	39.9
Shoulder room	58.3
Hip room	55.6
Leg room	42.4
2nd row Head room	38.6
Shoulder room	58.3
Hip room	58.0
Leg room	33.6
Interior volume 1st row	57.2 cu. ft.
2nd row	38.8 cu. ft.
Total volume	101.1 cu. ft.
Step-in height	19.8 in. front / 20.6 in. rear

 

Capacities
Fuel	21.1 gal.
Engine oil	5.4 qts.
Engine coolant	10.8 qts.
Roof rack load rating	125 lbs.
Utility cleat load rating	200 lbs.

 

Towing (Pounds)	4×2				4×4
	S	SV	DR	SL		S	SV	PRO-4X	SL
Maximum capacity	6,640 MT 6,620 AT	6,640 6,500 (LWB)	6,610	6,480		6,370	6,370 6,240 (LWB)	6,290	6,240 6,110 (LWB)
Tongue load	664 MT 662 AT	664 650 (LWB)	661	648		637	637 624 (LWB)	629	624 611 (LWB)
GCWR (vehicle + trailer max)	11,230

 

Fuel Economy (EPA estimated)

4×2

4×4

S

SV

DR

SL

S

SV

PRO-4X

SL

City (mpg) MT AT

16 16

– 16

– 16

– 16

– 15

16 15

16 15

– 15

Highway (mpg)             MT AT

22 23

– 23

– 23

– 23

– 21

21 21

21 21

– 21

Combined (mpg)             MT AT

19 19

– 19

– 19

– 19

– 17

18 17

18 17

– 17

Rec. fuel

Regular unleaded

 

Options	S	SV	PRO-4X	SL
SV Value Truck Package – Rear sonar, Dual Zone Auto A/C, two additional speakers auto-dimming mirror with compass and temperature, spray-in bedliner, Utili-Track™ system with four adjustable tie-down cleats, heated cloth seats, fog lights, Vehicle Security System (VSS), sliding bed extender, trailer hitch, leather-wrapped steering wheel, leather-wrapped shift knob	–	O	–	–
Premium Package – Leather-appointed seating with PRO-4X logo, 8-way power driver’s seat, 4-way power front passenger’s seat, dual heated outside rearview mirrors, rear fold-down center armrest, moonroof, roof rack with crossbars	–	–	O (A/T only)	–
Moonroof Package – Moonroof (tilt and slide)	–	O	–	S
Work Truck Package (4×2): Spray-in bedliner, bedrail caps, splash guards, rubber floor mats	O	–	–	–
Work Truck Package (4×4): Spray-in bedliner, bedrail caps, rubber floor mats	O	–	–	–
Midnight Edition Package: Gloss black painted grille, 18-inch gloss black wheels, semi-gloss black step rails, body-colored front and rear bumpers, black exterior door handles, painted black exterior rearview mirrors, semi-gloss black tubular step rails, semi-gloss black badging, “Midnight Edition” badging	–	O (A/T only)	–	–

 

S – Standard  
O – Option

2018 NISSAN FRONTIER KING CAB SPECIFICATIONS

 

Mechanical

Engine	S, SV I4 4×2	SV V6 4×2/4×4, DR V6 4×2, PRO-4X V6 4×4
Name	QR25	VQ40
Cam design	DOHC
Orientation	Longitudinal
Cylinders / configuration	I4	V6
Block / head composition	Aluminum/aluminum
Displacement (liters / cc)	2.5L / 2488cc	4.0L / 3954cc
Horsepower*	152 @ 5200 RPM	261 @ 5600 RPM
Torque (lb-ft)	171 @ 4400 RPM	281 @ 4000 RPM
Bore & stroke (mm)	89 x 100	95.5 x 92
Compression ratio (:1)	9.5	9.7
Spark plugs	Platinum-tipped
Maximum engine speed	6,000 rpm
Induction system	Nissan Induction Control System (NICS)
Valvetrain	DOHC 16-valve, silent chain, two stage, 4 valves per cylinder	DOHC 24-valve, silent chain, two-stage, 4 valves per cylinder
Engine mounts	4 solid (non-fluid filled) mounts
Emissions system	LEV2–LEV (50-state)
Exhaust	Single exit & main muffler

 

Electrical
Ignition system	Electronic (direct ignition)
Starter	12 volt
Alternator	I4 -110 amps / V6 – 130 amps
Battery	GR24F-550

 

Trans & Drive System		S I4 4×2	SV I4 4×2	SV V6 4×2	DR V6 4×2		SV V6 4×4	PRO-4X V6 4×4
Drive configuration		2-wheel drive					4-wheel drive
5-speed MT 5-speed AT		S	S	–	–		–	–
		O	O	S	S		S	S
Gear ratio 1st 2nd 3rd 4th 5th 6th Reverse		5-speed M/T		5-speed A/T
		3.580 2.077 1.360 1.000 0.811 – 3.636		3.842 2.353 1.529 1.000 0.839 – 2.764
Final drive ratio (:1)		4.083 (S I4 4×2) 4.363 (SV I4 4×2)		3.538 (SV V6 4×2, 4×4) 2.937 (DR V6 4×2) 3.692 (PRO-4X V6 4×4)
Transfer case		–					S
4WD	High Low	–					1.000
		–					2.625
Crawl ratio (MT/AT)		–					40.57/ 31.60	42.33/ 33.86
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC)		S
Hill Start Assist		–				S
Hill Descent Assist		–				S
2-wheel limited slip		S				–
4-wheel limited slip		–				S
Electric Rear Locking Differential		–						S

 

Braking System		S I4 4×2	SV I4 4×2		SV V6 4×2	DR V6 4×2	SV V6 4×4	PRO-4X V6 4×4
Front (in.)	11.1 x 0.7, 2-piston vented disc			11.7 x 1.1, 2-piston vented disc
Rear (in.)	11.3 x 0.71, single piston vented disc
Electronic Brake force Distribution (EBD)	S
ABS (4-wheel)	S
Parking brake	Center Lever

 

Steering	S I4 4×2		SV I4 4×2		SV V6 4×2		DR V6 4×2	SV V6 4×4	PRO-4X V6 4×4
Type		Engine speed-sensitive power rack-and-pinion
Overall ratio (:1)		20.4
Turns (lock-to-lock)		3.6
Curb-to-curb turning diameter (ft.)		43.42				43.58	43.58	43.33	43.33
Steering wheel Urethane Leather		S –		S –		S O	S –	S O	– S
Steering wheel mounted audio, Bluetooth®controls		S		S		S	S	S	S

 

Suspension	S I4 4×2		SV I4 4×2		SV V6 4×2		DR V6 4×2		SV V6 4×4	PRO-4X V6 4×4
Front Suspension		Independent double wishbone
Stabilizer bar		Front – 34 mm
Rear Suspension		Overslung multi-leaf
Dana rear axle		–		–		–		S	–	S
Bilstein shock absorbers		–		–		–		S	–	S

 

Body/Chassis	S I4 4×2		SV I4 4×2	SV V6 4×2	DR V6 4×2	SV V6 4×4	PRO-4X V6 4×4
Type		Body on frame (ladder type)
Materials		Corrosion resistant, high strength steel
Skid plates – oil pan, fuel tank, transfer case		–					S
Front tow hook		–				S
Rear door		90-degree access

Exterior

Wheels	S I4 4×2		SV I4 4×2		SV V6 4×2		DR V6 4×2	SV V6 4×4	PRO-4X V6 4×4
15-in. styled steel		S		–		–	–	–	–
16-in. styled steel		–		S		–	–	–	–
16-in. aluminum-alloy painted finish		–		S		S	–	S	–
16-in. Off-Road painted aluminum-alloy		–		–		–	S	–	–
16-in. Off-Road machine-finish aluminum-alloy		–		–		–	–	–	S

 

Tires	S I4 4×2		SV I4 4×2		SV V6 4×2		DR V6 4×2	SV V6 4×4	PRO-4X V6 4×4
P235/75R15		S		–		–	–	–	–
P265/70R16		–		S		S	–	S	–
P265/75R16		–		–		–	S	–	S
Spare tire		Conventional

 

Lights	S I4 4×2		SV I4 4×2		SV V6 4×2		DR V6 4×2	SV V6 4×4	PRO-4X V6 4×4
Headlights		Halogen
Auto on/off		–		–		–	–	–	S
Front fog lamps		–		–		O	S	O	S
Center high mnt stop lamp		S

 

Exterior Features	S I4 4×2		SV I4 4×2		SV V6 4×2		DR V6 4×2	SV V6 4×4	PRO-4X V6 4×4
Outside Mirrors Black Body color Power adj.		Folding
		S		S		S	S	S	–
		–		–		–	–	–	–
		–		S		S	S	S	S
Front bumper Black Body color		S –		– S		– S	– S	– S	– S
Rear bumper Chrome Body color		– S		S –		S –	– S	S –	– S
Grille Chrome Satin Chrome		S –		S –		S –	– S	S –	– S
Door handles Black Body color		–		S –		S –	S –	S –	– S
Splash guards		–		–		–	–	S	S
Manual sliding rear cab window		–		S

 

Bed	S I4 4×2		SV I4 4×2		SV V6 4×2		DR V6 4×2	SV V6 4×4	PRO-4X V6 4×4
Spray-on bedliner		–		–		O	–	O	S
Utili-track™ C-channel system		–		–		O	–	O	S
Tie-down hooks		–		–		O	–	O	S
In-bed rope hooks (x4)		S		S		S	S	S	–
Tailgate		Detachable, w/lock
Tailgate spoiler		S

 

Interior

Seating	S I4 4×2		SV I4 4×2		SV V6 4×2		DR V6 4×2	SV V6 4×4	PRO-4X V6 4×4
Capacity		4
Material Base cloth Premium cloth Two-tone cloth Emb. Frontier cloth		S – – –		– S – –		– S – –	– – – S	– S – –	– – S –
Front seats 4-way manual 8-way manual Manual lumbar		S – –		S – –		S – –	– S S	S – –	– S S
Front seat Active Head Restraints		S
Rear seats		RH/LH cushion flip-up w/ fixed headrests

 

Audio and Navigation	S I4 4×2		SV I4 4×2		SV V6 4×2		DR V6 4×2	SV V6 4×4	PRO-4X V6 4×4
AM/FM/CD with 4 speakers		S		S		S	S	S	–
AM/FM/6CD with 6 speakers		–		–		O	–	O	S
Radio Data System (RDS)		O (Std A/T)		S		S	S	S	S
MP3 capability		–		S		S	S	S	S
AUX-IN jack		O (Std A/T)		S		S	S	S	S
SiriusXM®Satellite Radio (Sirius XM®subscription required, sold separately)		–		S		S	S	S	S
Bluetooth®Hands-free Phone System		S
5.0-inch display		S							–
NissanConnectSM with Navigation and Mobile Apps, 5.8-inch display, touch-screen display, SiriusXM® Traffic, SiriusXM® Travel Link™ (SiriusXM®subscription required, sold separately)		–							S
Streaming Audio via Bluetooth®		S

 

Instrument- ation	S I4 4×2		SV I4 4×2		SV V6 4×2		DR V6 4×2	SV V6 4×4	PRO-4X V6 4×4
Meters/Gauges (Analog)		Speedometer Tachometer Fuel Level Coolant Temp Oil Pressure (V6 only) Volt Meter (V6 only) Digital Odometer Trip Odometer Dual Digital clock (except S)
Compass		–		–		O	S	O	S
Outside temp.		–		–		O	S	O	S
White face, gray letters		–		–		–	S	–	S
Vehicle Information System		–		–			–	–	S

 

Convenience Features

S I4 4×2

SV I4 4×2

SV V6 4×2

DR V6 4×2

SV V6 4×4

PRO-4X V6 4×4

Cruise control

S

Power windows w/ driver auto-down

–

S

Power door locks (with auto door locking)

–

S

Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)

–

S

Remote release

Hood

First aid kit

–

S

Storage

Removable rear under seat storage w/lid, dual glove box, lower glove box w/ lock, center console box, instrument cluster upper tray, front door pocket and bottle holder, front console storage w/lid

Sunglass holder

O (Std A/T)

S

S

S

S

S

Front seat back pocket/driver

–

–

–

S

–

S

RearView Monitor

S

12-volt power outlet

1 on instrument panel, 1 in center console Additional outlet SV, Desert Runner, PRO-4X

Inside mirror

Anti-glare

Siri® Eyes Free

S

Front reading/map lights

S

USB connection port for iPod®interface

S

Safety and Security

Passenger Restraint Systems
Air bags	Nissan Advanced Air Bag System (AABS); roof-mounted curtain side impact supplemental air bags with rollover sensor, front seat-mounted side–impact supplemental air bags
Seatbelts	Front: 3-point height adjustable with pretensioners and load limiters Rear: 3-point outboard positions
LATCH System	Rear
Other features	Side-door guard beams, energy-absorbing steering column, front crumple zones

 

Security
Immobilizer	S – SV, DR, PRO-4X S – PRO-4X, O – SV
VSS

Dimensions

Weights

S I4 4×2

SV I4 4×2

SV V6 4×2

DR V6 4×2

SV V6 4×4

PRO-4X V6 4×4

Curb weight (lbs)

M/T A/T

3,785 3,803

3,790 3,802

– 4,155

– 4,176

– 4,326

– 4,417

Weight Distribution

M/T A/T

55/45 55/45

55/45 55/45

– 57/43

– 56/44

– 58/42

– 57/43

GVWR (lbs)

M/T A/T

4,700 4,700

4,700 4,700

– 5,589

– 5,600

– 5,690

– 5,600

Max payload

M/T A/T

900 890

910 890

– 1,430

– 1,420

– 1,360

– 1,180

 

Exterior (Inches)	S I4 4×2		SV I4 4×2		SV V6 4×2			DR V6 4×2	SV V6 4×4	PRO-4X V6 4×4
Wheelbase		125.9
Overall length		205.5
Overall width		72.8
Overall height		68.7					69.7
Front overhang		31.3
Rear overhang		48.2
Tread width FR		61.8
Tread width RR		61.8
Ground clear. Rear diff. Front diff. Min. running		8.7 – 7.6		8.7 – 7.6		9.8 – 8.6		9.8 – 8.6	10.1 8.9 8.9	10.1 8.9 8.9

 

Bed Dimensions (Inches)
Length	73.3
Width	58.8 at tailgate 61.4 at C-channel, 44.4 between wheel wells
Depth	18.0
Cargo Bed Volume	33.5 cu ft

 

Off-Road Specs (Degrees)	S I4 4×2		SV I4 4×2		SV V6 4×2		DR V6 4×2	SV V6 4×4	PRO-4X V6 4×4
Approach angle		27.8		27.8		30.5	31.5	31.5	32.6
Departure angle		21.0		21.0		22.1	22.6	22.6	23.3
Breakover angle		18.0		18.0		19.8	19.5	20.6	20.5

 

Interior Dimensions (Inches)
1st row Head room	39.7
Shoulder room	58.3
Hip room	55.8
Leg room	55.7
2nd row Head room	36.6
Shoulder room	54.9
Hip room	55.0
Leg room	25.4
Interior volume 1st row	61.7 cu. ft.
2nd row	30.3 cu. ft.
Total volume	92.0 cu. ft.
Step-in height	19.9 in. front / 21.9 in. rear

 

Capacities
Fuel	21.1 gal.
Engine oil	5.4 qts.
Engine coolant	10.8 qts.
Utility cleat load rating	200 lbs.

 

Towing	S I4 4×2			SV I4 4×2		SV V6 4×2		DR V6 4×2	SV V6 4×4	PRO-4X V6 4×4
Maximum capacity		3,790 MT 3,780 AT			3,790 MT 3,780 AT		6,710	6,690	6,510	6,450
Tongue load		379 MT 378 AT			379 MT 378 AT		671	669	651	645
GCWR (vehicle plus trailer maximum)			7,936				11,230

Fuel Economy (EPA estimated)	S I4 4×2		SV I4 4×2		SV V6 4×2		DR V6 4×2	SV V6 4×4	PRO-4X V6 4×4
City (mpg) MT AT		19 17		19 17		– 16	– 16	– 15	– 15
Highway (mpg) MT AT		23 22		23 22		– 23	– 23	– 21	– 21
Comb. (mpg) MT AT		21 19		21 19		– 19	– 19	– 17	– 17

 

Options	S		SV
Value Truck Package – Rear sonar, Dual Zone Auto A/C, two additional speakers auto-dimming mirror with compass and temperature, spray-in bedliner, Utili-Track™ system with four adjustable tie-down cleats, heated cloth seats, fog lights, Vehicle Security System (VSS), sliding bed extender, trailer hitch, leather-wrapped steering wheel, leather-wrapped shift knob	–	O (V6 only)
S Work Truck Package: Spray-in bedliner, bedrail caps, splash guards, rubber floor mats	O	–

 

S – Standard
O – Option