Skip to main content

2016 Nissan Frontier consumer reviews

$18,290–$21,460 MSRP range
side view of 2016 Frontier Nissan
(111 reviews)
93% of drivers recommend this car
Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.6
  • Interior 4.2
  • Performance 4.7
  • Value 4.6
  • Exterior 4.6
  • Reliability 4.7
Explore the 2016 Nissan Frontier
Shop the 2016 Nissan Frontier

Good but outdated

I bought this midsize truck 3 years used (2016) it has a great stereo with a screed but no reverse camera??, the truck is outdated, the interior looks late 90s/early 2000s nothing has changed in many years. The 4.0L V6 has great torque and power for its size, it is not that comfortable, Tacomas ride much better. It is extrenely reliable but you get weird noises from the suspension. No features at all. Nothing fancy nothing that makes it outstand from the others. Its a plain vehicle. Im driving 2016 that look like a 2001 vehicle. No aftermarker parts available to customize so you are stuck with what you got while chevy, ford and toyota got plenty of options when it comes to customizations. Gave it 4 stars because its lacking on many things but it os a great dependable vehicle.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 3.0
  • Interior 1.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 3.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does not recommend this car
0 people out of 0 found this review helpful. Did you?
Yes No

Disappointing, Nissan

I owned a Frontier previously to the 2016, and I loved it. When I went back to one in 2016, I expected the same reliability. Apparently Nissan decided to cut corners. Everything from the integrity of the body and solidness of the attachment to the frame to the Utilitrack system, the newer model of the Frontier was very cheaply made. Not sure I will go back to Nissan as a result.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 3.0
  • Interior 3.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 1.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 1.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does not recommend this car
0 people out of 1 found this review helpful. Did you?
Yes No

Solid truck

Great, great value truck. You get a lot considering I paid almost $10k less than a similar model Tacoma. Very solid feel, engine is torquey and has enough pulling power for a sizable trailer. My only complaints after 2 years is the slow steering, long turning radius, small center console and radio dial that is glitchy. I don't mind an older look as I believe this adds reliability since Nissan knows the truck inside/out. Looking forward to many miles on this fun, solid truck.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
0 people out of 0 found this review helpful. Did you?
Yes No

dissapointed

Loved it until the engine had to be replace at 35,000 miles. Service having trouble getting an engine for a 2016 been without my truck 30 days

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 3.0
  • Performance 1.0
  • Value 2.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 1.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does not recommend this car
0 people out of 0 found this review helpful. Did you?
Yes No

Great truck

I am very happy and excited to have bought the Frontier it looks and runs great and I love the backup camera, comes in handy ,gas mileage is good also,very pleased.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
0 people out of 0 found this review helpful. Did you?
Yes No

Most reliable car/ light truck I have owned.

Great truck. Have a frontier 4x4 love it! Lots of room. Not real flashy. Just reliable. Good gas mileage. Would recommend to anyone. Great for my dog as well. Thanks!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
0 people out of 0 found this review helpful. Did you?
Yes No

Love it

We wanted a truck that is easy to get in and out of. It has a comfortable ride and the heated seats are a plus!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
0 people out of 0 found this review helpful. Did you?
Yes No

Loved the truck plus even had a ladder rack

Love the truck has everything I need even had a great time in the dealership. Very easy to deal with. :) will be back here again.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
0 people out of 0 found this review helpful. Did you?
Yes No

Perfect truck.

Perfect truck for my needs and business, for family and animal rescue purposes, reliable and strong without paying full price, simple yet functional, great service and honest deal.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Towing
  • Does recommend this car
0 people out of 0 found this review helpful. Did you?
Yes No

2016 frontier base truck

this is by far the best vehicle I have purchased. I have had other trucks and this one is by far the best built and most reliable just do the basic maintanance and this truck runs great.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
0 people out of 0 found this review helpful. Did you?
Yes No