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New 2026 Nissan Frontier

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2026 Nissan Frontier Review: Everything to Know About the Newest Model Year

The 2026 Nissan Frontier builds off last year's refresh with even more valuable upgrades. From new driving features to debuted packages, there are several enhancements creating excitement for this model year.

Learn more about the new Nissan Frontier, what's changed from 2025 models, and why it's worth considering as your next mid-size pickup.

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2026 Nissan Frontier Release Date

The 2026 Nissan Frontier release date was summer 2025, and available at your local Nissan dealership now. It was produced at the Nissan Canton vehicle assembly plant in Mississippi. 

2026 Nissan Frontier Redesign Changes - What's New?

The 2026 Frontier isn't a redesign model, but it implements the following valuable changes:
  • SL trim dropped from the lineup
  • All-new Dark Armor package available on the SV
  • All-new Roush Performance package on the PRO-4X
  • New drive mode selector (PRO models)
  • New standard LED headlights on the S and SV 
  • Eight-way power driver seat now standard on the SV and PRO models
  • Heated front seats, heated steering wheel, and remote engine start now standard on PRO models
  • New Citrus Strike paint option
  • All-new Roush Performance package on the PRO-4X
  • New Weather Package on the SV
  • Refreshed exterior styling

2026 Nissan Frontier Price, Trims, & Configurations

The 2026 Frontier has four trim levels with pricing starting at:
  • S: $32,150 MSRP 
  • SV: $36,190 MSRP 
  • PRO-X: $38,570 MSRP 
  • PRO-4X: $41,870 MSRP 
All trims have standard 2WD and available 4WD, except for the PRO models. The PRO-X trim is exclusively 2WD, and the PRO-4X has only 4WD.

2026 Nissan Frontier S

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The 2026 Nissan Frontier S is the base-level trim, with pricing starting at $32,150 MSRP.

Its key features are:
  • 16" aluminum alloy wheels and all-season tires
  • Four-speaker audio system
  • Available spray-on bedliner
  • 8" NissanConnect touchscreen display
The S Utility Package is also available on the 2026 Frontier S, offering a factory-applied spray-on bedliner and bed-mounted 120-volt AC outlet, with another one in the rear center console.

2026 Nissan Frontier SV

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The 2026 Nissan Frontier SV is the lower-level trim, with pricing starting at $36,190 MSRP.

Its key features are:
  • 17" aluminum alloy wheels and all-season tires
  • Six-speaker audio system
  • Available Utili-track Channel System and spray-on bedliner
  • 12.3" NissanConnect touchscreen display
An all-new Dark Armor package is also available on the 2026 Frontier SV, offering 17" Gloss Black wheels, black grille, mirror caps, badging, interior trim, and Frontier tailgate lettering.

2026 Nissan Frontier PRO-X

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The 2026 Nissan Frontier PRO-X is the lower-level off-road trim, with pricing starting at $38,570 MSRP.

Its key features are:
  • 17" PRO aluminum alloy wheels and all-terrain tires
  • LED fog lights with high-beam and Lava Red tow hooks
  • Hill Hold Control and Bilstein off-road suspension
  • Available Utili-track Channel System, spray-on bedliner, and 6,910 lbs max towing
The PRO Convenience and Premium Package is also available on the 2026 Frontier PRO-X, offering a first-row power-sliding panoramic moonroof, LED under-rail bed lighting, a Class IV tow hitch receiver with four/seven-pin wiring harness, and more.

2026 Nissan Frontier PRO-4X

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The 2026 Nissan Frontier PRO-4X is the top-level off-road trim, with pricing starting at $41,870 MSRP. 

Its key features are:
  • 17" PRO aluminum alloy wheels and all-terrain tires
  • LED fog lights with high-beam and Intelligent Auto Headlights with auto on/off
  • Hill Start Assist, Bilstein off-road suspension, and electric locking rear differential
  • Available Utili-track Channel System, spray-on bedliner, and 6,680 lbs max towing
An all-new Roush Performance package is also available on the 2026 Frontier PRO-4X, offering 17" wheels, aggressive all-terrain tires, Roush performance off-road-tuned suspension with a lift kit, titanium-finish accents, and unique exterior badging.

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2026 Nissan Frontier Exterior, Colors, & Dimensions

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The 2026 Nissan Frontier is a mid-size pickup truck with an aggressive grille, LED headlights, alloy wheels, a tailgate, and a boxy, rugged-inspired body. Crew Cab models have four full-sized doors, and King Cab models have two main doors and two small rear access panels.

It comes in the following paint colors, with select availability per trim level:
  • Afterburn Orange (PRO-X & PRO-4X)
  • Bluestone Pearl (SV, Dark Armor, PRO-X, & PRO-4X)
  • Boulder Gray Pearl (SV, Dark Armor, PRO-X, & PRO-4X)
  • Citrus Strike (PRO-X & PRO-4X) - new
  • Glacier White (All trims)
  • Gun Metallic (All trims)
  • Red Alert (SV, Dark Armor, PRO-X, & PRO-4X)
  • Super Black (All trims)
  • Tactical Green Metallic (SV, Dark Armor, PRO-X, & PRO-4X)
The 2026 Frontier exterior dimensions vary slightly per cab configuration, with specs starting at 210.2" L x 73.0" W x 71.8" H, and a 7.8" ground clearance.

2026 Nissan Frontier Interior, Seating, & Cargo Space



The 2026 Nissan Frontier can fit up to four or five passengers, depending on the cab configuration. King Cab models have four-passenger seating with rear 50-50 jump seats, under-seat storage, and no center console in an open-floor plan. Crew Cab models have five-passenger seating with a full folding 60-40 split bench, a hidden, removable underneath storage bin, and a center console. Crew Cab models also get two cargo bed size options: 5-ft. and 6-ft. 

Cab configurations vary in availability per trim level:

 TRIM LEVEL KING CAB 6-FT. BED CREW CAB 6-FT. BED CREW CAB 6-FT. BED
 SStandard  Available Not Available
 SVNot Available Standard Available
 PRO-XNot Available Standard Not Available
 PRO-4XNot Available Standard Available
 
It comes in the following cabin themes, with select availability per trim level:
  • Charcoal Cloth (S) 
  • Charcoal Cloth with Lava Red stitching (PRO-X & PRO-4X)
  • Charcoal Leather appointments with Lava Red stitching (PRO-X & PRO-4X)
  • Premium Charcoal Cloth (Dark Armor & SV)
Wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Bluetooth, Siri Eyes Free connectivity, Wi-Fi hotspot, LCD touchscreens, and multi-function information displays are standard across the lineup. Upper trim levels unlock a standard heated steering wheel, a larger infotainment screen, and additional USB ports.

The 2026 Frontier interior dimensions vary per trim level and cab configuration, with specs starting at:
  • Front Head Room: 39.7"
  • Rear Head Room: 36.6"
  • Front Leg Room: 42.3"
  • Rear Leg Room: 33.2"
  • Front Shoulder Room: 58.2"
  • Rear Shoulder Room: 52.4"
  • Front Hip Room: 54.3"
  • Rear Hip Room: 52.2"
  • Pickup Box Max Cargo Volume: 40.1"

2026 Nissan Frontier Engines, Performance, & Reliability

The 2026 Nissan Frontier has one powertrain: a V-6 engine paired with a nine-speed automatic transmission, producing up to 310 hp and 281 lb.-ft. of torque. According to Nissan, the Frontier is the only mid-size truck with a standard 310 hp engine and is WardsAuto's most awarded V-6 engine over the last 30 years! 

A new drive mode selector is featured on this model year, including five drive modes to adjust the truck's driving settings on various terrains:
  • Hill Descent Control
  • Mud
  • On-Road
  • Rock
  • Sand

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2026 Nissan Frontier MPG Ratings

The 2026 Nissan Frontier MPG ratings vary per trim level and cab configuration:
  • 2WD Models: 19 MPG city / 24 MPG highway / 21 MPG combined 
  • 4WD Models: 17 MPG city / 21 MPG highway / 19 MPG combined
  • PRO-4X: 16 MPG city / 20 MPG highway / 18 MPG combined

2026 Nissan Frontier Towing Capacity & Payload Rating

Image of a red 2025 Nissan Frontier towing a travel trailer over a bridge in a mountainous lake landscape during the day 
The 2026 Nissan Frontier can tow up to 7,150 lbs with a 1,620 lbs max payload capacity when equipped with 2WD and the King Cab SV configuration. 

Its towing assistance technologies include:
  • Intelligent Around View Monitor: A 360-degree birds-eye camera view system of the vehicle for seamless towing, hitch assistance, and parking
  • Utili-Track Channel System: Three available cargo bed channels to secure various-sized equipment and gear
  • Fully Boxed Ladder Frame: Covered with ultra-high-tensile-strength steel that won't twist over rugged roads and bumpy terrain
  • Trailer Sway Control: Strengthens trailer handling from sudden maneuvers, wind gusts, and buffering caused by other vehicles

2026 Nissan Frontier Safety Ratings & Technology

The 2026 Nissan Frontier received an A overall evaluation score from the IIHS.

Its advanced safety and driver assistance technologies include:
  • Safety Shield 360: A suite of safety features, including automatic emergency braking with pedestrian detection, blind spot warning, rear cross-traffic alert, and lane departure warning.
  • Intelligent Cruise Control: An automated acceleration and deceleration system with preset distances based on the front vehicle's distance. 
  • Intelligent Forward Collision Warning: A collision detection system that watches up to two vehicles ahead with alerts to slow down if sudden deceleration is detected.

2026 Nissan Frontier Reviews: Should You Pick This Mid-Size Pickup?

Even after its recent release, the 2026 Nissan Frontier reviews are already showing promise. 

It ranked in Consumer Guide Automotive's 2026 Best Buy Award for the second year in a row, praising the 2026 Frontier as the most affordable pickup in its class, smooth V6 power, and simple control layout.

WardsAuto also ranked the 2026 Frontier's engine as the 10 Best Engines & Propulsion Systems list, which is their most awarded V-6 engine over the last 30 years.

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Frontier's legacy of off-road capability, on-the-job dependability, and competitiveness in racing make it one of the most storied trucks on the road. With an impressive 310 standard horsepower and the available trail-taming Nissan 4x4 capacity, the capable 2026 Frontier redefines your idea of a midsize truck and your quest for freedom. [2]