The Frontier offers midsize pickup buyers several ways to configure their truck, whether the priority is passenger space, bed length, towing, or off-road equipment. It's out now, so we've got all the details on what you can expect when you get behind the wheel of this Nissan midsize pickup. It's the Alan Jay Way!
Key Takeaways
- The new Sport Edition package adds all-terrain tires, skidplates, black exterior details, and other upgrades to the SV.
- A 3.8-liter V6 is the Nissan Frontier's only engine.
- The Frontier has a towing capacity of 7,150 pounds.
How Has Nissan Updated the Frontier for 2027?
Motor Trend reports that the biggest addition is the Sport Edition package for the SV, which equips the truck with all-terrain tires, skid plates, black wheels and exterior trim, LED fog lights, tailgate and bedside badging, and yellow stitching inside the cabin. (And SV buyers can select all-terrain tires separately without adding the entire package.)
The Pro Convenience package gets an upgraded wireless charging pad with magnetic alignment and cooling, and a moonroof is now available on models equipped with that package. Nissan adds Alpine Metallic green to the palette as well.
What's Under the Hood of the 2027 Frontier?
Under the hood, the Frontier features 310-hp 3.8-liter V6 delivering 281 lb-ft of torque. It pairs with a nine-speed automatic. Rear-wheel drive is standard and four-wheel drive is available.
How Does Fuel Economy Vary Across the Frontier Lineup?
RWD Frontiers achieve ratings as high as 19 mpg city and 24 mpg highway, with an estimated driving range of about 440 miles on a full tank.
Four-wheel-drive models are rated at 17 mpg city and 21 mpg highway and provide approximately 400 miles of range. The off-road-focused Pro-4X returns 16 mpg city and 20 mpg highway and can travel about 375 miles on a tank.
Do You Have Bed and Cab Choices in the Nissan Frontier?
Unlike some midsize pickups that limit buyers to a single cab and bed combination, the Frontier offers several configurations. Bed choices include a 59.5-inch short bed and a 73.3-inch long bed. Both measure 19.4 inches deep and 61.4 inches across at their widest point.
The four-door Crew Cab provides more passenger room than the smaller King Cab. However, rear-seat space is fairly tight in both compared with some other midsize trucks.
How Much Can the Frontier Tow and Haul?
Maximum towing capacity is 7,150 pounds with the RWD King Cab. Crew Cab models can tow up to 7,070 pounds with the short bed or 6,920 pounds with the long bed.
King Cab models have a payload capacity of 1,590 pounds. The Crew Cab is rated for up to 1,490 pounds with the short bed and 1,400 pounds with the long bed.
What Tech Does the Frontier Offer?
Base Frontier models use an 8.0-inch infotainment touchscreen, and higher trims upgrade to a 12.3-inch display. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are supported by both systems, although wireless connectivity is limited to the larger screen. Every Frontier also has a 7.0-inch reconfigurable gauge display.
King Cab models have two USB ports, while Crew Cab trucks have four. The standard audio system uses either four or six speakers, depending on configuration. A 10-speaker Fender premium system features on higher trims.
Built-in navigation and a 360-degree camera are also available, as is a wireless charging pad with improved magnetic alignment and an integrated cooling fan.
Is the 2027 Nissan Frontier Right for You?
With several cab and bed combinations and a range of equipment packages, the Frontier gives buyers plenty of room to choose a truck around how they plan to use it. Are you ready to get behind the wheel? Contact Alan Jay Nissan today!