2025 Nissan Frontier
US · Pickup · Standard Pickup Trucks 2WD
The 2025 Nissan Frontier is listed in the US market as a pickup with gasoline power. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.
- Engine
- 3.8L 6-cylinder (SIDI)
- Transmission
- 9-speed automatic
- Drivetrain
- Varies by configuration: RWD, 4WD
- Fuel
- Gasoline
- Economy
- 18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km) to 21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km) combined
Official photograph of 2026 model sharing this design generation. Primary illustration above depicts verified 2025 Nissan Frontier dimensions.
Key Figures
Engine
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 3.8L 6-cylinder (SIDI) | |
| Displacement | 3.8 L | |
| Cylinders | 6 | |
| Fuel type | Gasoline | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Transmission and drivetrain
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Transmission | Automatic | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
| Gears | 9 | |
| Drivetrain | Varies by configuration: RWD, 4WD | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Fuel economy and range
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Combined | 18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km) to 21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km) | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
| City | 16 mpg (14.7 L/100 km) to 19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km) | |
| Highway | 20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km) to 24 mpg (9.8 L/100 km) |
Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Aspiration, Power, Torque, Electric range, Battery capacity. We leave them out instead of estimating.
Trims and configurations
3 configurations listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.
Recalls
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for this model year. Last checked November 6, 2026.
26V023000: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2025 Altima, Sentra, 2025-2026 Frontier, and 2026 Kicks vehicles. The door strikers may have been improperly welded and break, allowing the door to open while moving. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 206, "Door Locks and Door Retention Components."
Remedy: Dealers will replace the door strikers, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 17, 2026. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 800-647-7261. Nissan's numbers for this recall are PD185 and PMA61. Vehicle…
Reported January 21, 2026. View on NHTSA
25V508000: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:LIGHTING CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2025 Nissan Frontier vehicles. Due to a software logic error, the daytime running lights may dim unexpectedly when the idle start-stop feature cycles the engine from off to on. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated…
Remedy: Dealers will update the engine control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 17, 2025. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 800-647-7261. Nissan's number for this recall is R25C3.
Reported August 7, 2025. View on NHTSA
25V324000: BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2025 Frontier and Kicks vehicles. The center information display unit may display a blank screen when shifted into reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Remedy: Dealers will update the software on the vehicle’s center information display, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 10, 2025. The manufacturer numbers for this recall are PD152 and PMA48.
Reported June 4, 2025. View on NHTSA
Data sources
- EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved November 2, 2026 · US Government public data
- NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 2, 2026 · US Government public data
Source checked: November 2, 2026
Data verified: November 2, 2026
Specifications can vary by market, trim, configuration and production date. Confirm with the manufacturer before buying parts or making safety decisions. Report an error.
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Frequently asked questions
What engine does the 2025 Nissan Frontier have?
3.8L 6-cylinder (SIDI). Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.
What is the fuel economy of the 2025 Nissan Frontier?
Combined fuel economy is 18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km) to 21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.
Is the 2025 Nissan Frontier front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?
Drivetrain: Varies by configuration: RWD, 4WD.
Are there recalls for the 2025 Nissan Frontier?
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for this model year (last checked November 6, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.