2018
Nissan Frontier

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Available trims

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  • King Cab 4x2 S Manual
    Starts at
    $18,990
    19 City / 23 Hwy
    MPG
    4
    Seat capacity
    Regular Unleaded I-4
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    N/A
    Payload Capacity
    3,500 lbs
    Towing Capacity
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  • King Cab 4x2 S Auto
    Starts at
    $22,660
    17 City / 22 Hwy
    MPG
    4
    Seat capacity
    Regular Unleaded I-4
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    N/A
    Payload Capacity
    3,500 lbs
    Towing Capacity
    See all specs
  • King Cab 4x2 SV Manual
    Starts at
    $23,460
    19 City / 23 Hwy
    MPG
    4
    Seat capacity
    Regular Unleaded I-4
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    N/A
    Payload Capacity
    3,500 lbs
    Towing Capacity
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  • King Cab 4x2 SV Auto
    Starts at
    $24,510
    17 City / 22 Hwy
    MPG
    4
    Seat capacity
    Regular Unleaded I-4
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    N/A
    Payload Capacity
    3,500 lbs
    Towing Capacity
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  • Crew Cab 4x2 S Manual
    Starts at
    $24,550
    16 City / 22 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Regular Unleaded V-6
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    N/A
    Payload Capacity
    6,300 lbs
    Towing Capacity
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  • King Cab 4x2 SV V6 Auto
    Starts at
    $25,220
    16 City / 22 Hwy
    MPG
    4
    Seat capacity
    Regular Unleaded V-6
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    N/A
    Payload Capacity
    6,500 lbs
    Towing Capacity
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  • Crew Cab 4x2 S Auto
    Starts at
    $25,600
    16 City / 22 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Regular Unleaded V-6
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    N/A
    Payload Capacity
    6,300 lbs
    Towing Capacity
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  • King Cab 4x2 Desert Runner Auto
    Starts at
    $25,900
    16 City / 22 Hwy
    MPG
    4
    Seat capacity
    Regular Unleaded V-6
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    N/A
    Payload Capacity
    6,500 lbs
    Towing Capacity
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  • Crew Cab 4x2 SV V6 Auto
    Starts at
    $26,350
    16 City / 22 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Regular Unleaded V-6
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    N/A
    Payload Capacity
    6,300 lbs
    Towing Capacity
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  • Crew Cab 4x2 Desert Runner Auto
    Starts at
    $27,330
    16 City / 22 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Regular Unleaded V-6
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    N/A
    Payload Capacity
    6,300 lbs
    Towing Capacity
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  • King Cab 4x4 SV V6 Auto
    Starts at
    $28,110
    15 City / 21 Hwy
    MPG
    4
    Seat capacity
    Regular Unleaded V-6
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    N/A
    Payload Capacity
    6,300 lbs
    Towing Capacity
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  • Crew Cab 4x2 SV V6 Auto Long Bed
    Starts at
    $28,960
    16 City / 22 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Regular Unleaded V-6
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    N/A
    Payload Capacity
    6,300 lbs
    Towing Capacity
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  • Crew Cab 4x4 S Auto
    Starts at
    $29,090
    15 City / 21 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Regular Unleaded V-6
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    N/A
    Payload Capacity
    6,100 lbs
    Towing Capacity
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  • Crew Cab 4x4 SV V6 Auto
    Starts at
    $29,540
    15 City / 21 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Regular Unleaded V-6
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    N/A
    Payload Capacity
    6,100 lbs
    Towing Capacity
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  • Crew Cab 4x4 SV V6 Auto Long Bed
    Starts at
    $29,960
    15 City / 21 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Regular Unleaded V-6
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    N/A
    Payload Capacity
    6,100 lbs
    Towing Capacity
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  • Crew Cab 4x4 SV V6 Manual
    Starts at
    $32,380
    16 City / 21 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Regular Unleaded V-6
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    N/A
    Payload Capacity
    6,100 lbs
    Towing Capacity
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  • Crew Cab 4x4 PRO-4X Manual
    Starts at
    $32,740
    16 City / 21 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Regular Unleaded V-6
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    N/A
    Payload Capacity
    6,100 lbs
    Towing Capacity
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  • King Cab 4x4 PRO-4X Auto
    Starts at
    $33,030
    15 City / 21 Hwy
    MPG
    4
    Seat capacity
    Regular Unleaded V-6
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    N/A
    Payload Capacity
    6,300 lbs
    Towing Capacity
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  • Crew Cab 4x2 SL Auto
    Starts at
    $33,560
    16 City / 22 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Regular Unleaded V-6
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    N/A
    Payload Capacity
    6,300 lbs
    Towing Capacity
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  • Crew Cab 4x4 PRO-4X Auto
    Starts at
    $33,790
    15 City / 21 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Regular Unleaded V-6
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    N/A
    Payload Capacity
    6,100 lbs
    Towing Capacity
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  • Crew Cab 4x4 SL Auto
    Starts at
    $36,400
    15 City / 21 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Regular Unleaded V-6
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    N/A
    Payload Capacity
    6,100 lbs
    Towing Capacity
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  • Crew Cab 4x4 SL Auto Long Bed *Ltd Avail*
    Starts at
    $36,800
    15 City / 21 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Regular Unleaded V-6
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    N/A
    Payload Capacity
    6,100 lbs
    Towing Capacity
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Notable features

More standard features
New Midnight Edition
Four-cylinder or V-6 power
King Cab or crew cab body style
Off-road-oriented PRO-4X version
Rear- or four-wheel drive

The good & the bad

The good

V-6 towing capacity
Maneuverability
Forward visibility
Off-road capability

The bad

Basic interior
Tiny backseat (King Cab)
Mushy brake feel
Wind noise on the highway
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Safety review

Based on the 2018 Nissan Frontier base trim
NHTSA crash test and rollover ratings, scored out of 5.
Rollover rating
3/5
21.2%
Risk of rollover
21.2%
Risk of rollover

Factory warranties

New car program benefits

Basic
3 years / 36,000 miles
Corrosion
5 years
Powertrain
5 years / 60,000 miles
Roadside Assistance
3 years / 36,000 miles

Certified Pre-Owned program benefits

Age / mileage
6 years / less than 80,000 miles
Basic
N / A
Dealer certification
167-point inspection
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Consumer reviews

93% of drivers recommend this car
4.7 / 5
Based on 111 reviews
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Comfort 4.6
Interior 4.4
Performance 4.7
Value 4.7
Exterior 4.6
Reliability 4.8

Most recent

  • By Steve from Poughkeepsie ny
    Owns this car
    January 17, 2025

    After my f150 was totaled last winter, I was looking for

    After my f150 was totaled last winter, I was looking for another F150 with eco boost engine. Being mid winter there were not any used trucks with decent mileage available. I found a 2018 pro x with 70k. It wasn’t as luxurious as my ford but it was loaded with navigation. I purchased it. What a good decision. Besides a battery replacement and fluid changes I haven’t had one issue. It’s a strong truck with great acceleration And torque. I’m 6-1 and fit comfortably in the cab. Yeah it is a midsize, so I sacrificed size but I adapt. The only negative is poorer gas mileage. My ford eco boost averaged 16+ whereas my Nissan gets12 mpg on a good day.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Andy from Sonora CA
    Owns this car
    March 10, 2023

    Great Truck!

    Have owned my 2018 Nissan for 2 years. It is the extra cab model and equipped with the V6 motor. This truck has been terrific so far. It rides good, has more than enough power and is very comfortable. Whats not to like?
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Wendell from Port Charlotte Florida
    Owns this car
    May 1, 2021

    Great small truck

    This a small size truck with a lot of power for towing my boat. I was surprised how much power the V-6 actually has. I would have given 5 stars for comfort but my wife complains that the seats are too firm.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Towing
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Timtime from Archer, Fla
    Owns this car
    March 18, 2021

    Great ride for off road , towing jet ski and boat

    This truck (pro4x) has met my expectations as a commuter and towing may toys, boat and jet ski.I wod highly recommend this mid size truck over any other brands.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Towing
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By R and G from Lowell, Indiana
    Owns this car
    March 10, 2021

    Nice smaller truck

    Needed a truck to pull a small boat. The frontier is a little plain inside and out, but rides nice and has plenty of power. Fits easily in the garage, even with 4 doors. Needed 4 doors so we could take people out with us fishing.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 4.0
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  • By Grandpa5x from Manchester, Tn
    Owns this car
    January 14, 2021

    Great truck

    This truck may be 13 years old in the design, but it has all the bugs worked out and it is almost perfect. It doesn’t have all the bells, buttons, and whistles of the newer designed midsized trucks and that’s the main reason I bought it. I don’t like all those computer controlled systems that a sensor goes bad and no one but the dealer can fix it. The engine is the 4.0 L V6 that has more torque than any of the competition, the transmission is only a 5 speed which it could be better but it is a solid truck transmission not something being also used in the family SUV. Fuel economy isn’t good at only 16.4 everyday, but it’s probably within a couple of the competition. You don’t buy a truck for fuel economy you buy it to work for you. We traded a 2017 Chevy Equinox a 2.4L 4 cyl that only got 19 everyday driving so I’m not complaining. Considering what this truck can haul or pull it out does the car many times over.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Towing
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Vicemusic from CA
    Owns this car
    December 22, 2020

    A work car

    This car functions well as a work truck but not much beyond that. I like having the cargo space and that it is a 4x4 which at times I use up to 3 times a week. It does work well off road with the 4x4 engaged. I brought it used but it is still relatively new regular use but it lacks refinement. Rides like a work truck and a little too much at that. I do like the style of it and seems to do well in general. It also has a powerful V-6 4.0 engine that uses quite a bit of gas though probably more economic than a V-8 truck. So far it is been a good car but I only had it for a few months.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Off-roading
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 3.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 4.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 4.0
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  • By Misty from Boulevard California kni
    Owns this car
    November 21, 2020

    Problem with reverse.will not at times

    Several of times after I put the truck in park turn off engine go into a store come back and start the truck it will not go in reverse. Sometimes the transmission slips. Took it in a young kid said nothing's wrong. Please help. 2018 Nissan frontier.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 3.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By spinnakerblue from Brunswick, GA
    Owns this car
    August 13, 2020

    most expensive questionable vehicle Ive ever owned

    Its probably a good vehicle and after I spend some money on it, I imagine it will be OK. At least I hope it will be.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 3.0
    Interior 3.0
    Performance 3.0
    Value 4.0
    Exterior 3.0
    Reliability 3.0
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  • By rene from kissimmme
    Owns this car
    March 31, 2020

    most reliable car

    this car met all my needs , durability , outstanding perfomance , parts are very durable , very goods on gas milleage, powerful and robust
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By BJH from Cary, IL
    Owns this car
    February 18, 2020

    Great value for midsize truck

    Very happy with everything with the exception of interior upgrades. Does not have much of the new technology that the competition has, for instance no navigation, Apple CarPlay, even power seats or automatic headlights
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 2.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Thomas from Elizabethton. Tn
    Owns this car
    January 21, 2020

    2018 nissan frontier

    I compared the nissan to the toyota tacoma, and chevy colorado, and besides price i could see no major advantage the other two have over the nissan.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 5.0
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FAQ

What trim levels are available for the 2018 Nissan Frontier?

The 2018 Nissan Frontier is available in 6 trim levels:

  • Desert Runner (2 styles)
  • PRO-4X (3 styles)
  • S (5 styles)
  • SL (3 styles)
  • SV (2 styles)
  • SV V6 (7 styles)

What is the MPG of the 2018 Nissan Frontier?

The 2018 Nissan Frontier offers up to 19 MPG in city driving and 23 MPG on the highway. These figures are based on EPA mileage ratings and are for comparison purposes only. The actual mileage will vary depending on vehicle options, trim level, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, and other factors.

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Is the 2018 Nissan Frontier reliable?

The 2018 Nissan Frontier has an average reliability rating of 4.8 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2018 Nissan Frontier owners.

Is the 2018 Nissan Frontier a good Truck?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2018 Nissan Frontier. 93.7% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

4.7 / 5
Based on 111 reviews
  • Comfort: 4.6
  • Interior: 4.4
  • Performance: 4.7
  • Value: 4.7
  • Exterior: 4.6
  • Reliability: 4.8

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