2025 Nissan Frontier: What's in stock, trim-level comparison, FAQ's.

    Updated 2026-06-04
    Quick Answer

    The Nissan Frontier is a mid-size pickup refreshed for 2025 with a standard 3.8L V6 (about 310 hp / 281 lb-ft) paired to a 9-speed automatic. RWD is standard with 4WD optional, and the lineup spans S, SV, PRO-X and PRO-4X trims in King Cab or Crew Cab body styles. Properly equipped tow ratings reach roughly 6,720 lb. Safety Shield 360 is standard on most trims, and PRO-4X is the dedicated off-road model with a locking rear differential and Bilstein dampers.

    Nissan Frontier Gallery5 photos

    2026 Nissan Frontier S in Glacier White
    SGlacier White
    2026 Nissan Frontier SV in Gun Metallic
    SVGun Metallic
    2026 Nissan Frontier SV in Tactical Green Metallic
    SVTactical Green Metallic
    2026 Nissan Frontier PRO-4X in Glacier White
    PRO-4XGlacier White
    2026 Nissan Frontier PRO-4X in Glacier White
    PRO-4XGlacier White

    Highlights of the 2025 Nissan Frontier

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    • Standard 3.8L V6 producing approximately 310 hp and 281 lb-ft, paired to a 9-speed automatic
    • Rear-wheel drive standard with available 4WD on most trims; PRO-4X adds an electronic locking rear differential
    • Maximum tow rating of approximately 6,720 lb when properly equipped
    • Trim ladder: S, SV, PRO-X, PRO-4X — with PRO-X and PRO-4X aimed at trail and overland use
    • King Cab and Crew Cab body styles with multiple bed-length options
    • Safety Shield 360 standard on SV and above (AEB, blind-spot, rear cross-traffic, lane-departure warning)
    • Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto on most trims; ProPILOT Assist available on higher trims

    Trim-Level Breakdown and Availability at Swope Nissan

    Compare available trim levels to find the right Nissan Frontier for you. Pricing reflects current in-stock inventory.

    Compare trimsTrim1 trim · 1 in stockPRO-4X1 in stock
    Pricing
    Starting price$42,299
    Top price$42,299
    Powertrain
    Drivetrain4WD
    Fuel optionsGasoline
    EngineV6, 3.8L
    MPG (city / hwy)18 / 22
    Standard equipment — safety & driver assistance
    Auto high-beam headlights
    Front & rear parking sensors
    Hill descent control & skid plates
    Lane keep assist
    Pedestrian & cyclist detection
    Standard equipment — technology & infotainment
    In-vehicle Wi-Fi hotspot
    Push-button start with proximity key
    Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto
    Standard equipment — comfort & convenience
    Dual-zone climate control
    Memory driver seat & mirrors
    Remote engine start
    Standard equipment — interior & exterior
    Front fog lamps
    LED headlights & daytime running lights

    Inside the Nissan Frontier

    What the Frontier is in 2025 and 2026

    The Frontier is Nissan's mid-size pickup, refreshed for the 2025 model year with updated styling, expanded tech and a refined cabin. Mechanically it carries forward the proven 3.8L V6 and 9-speed automatic introduced in the previous redesign — a powertrain that gives it more standard horsepower than many rivals and avoids the turbo-four / hybrid complexity now common in the segment. It slots between the Toyota Tacoma, Ford Ranger and Chevrolet Colorado on price and capability, and it competes by offering a strong V6, real off-road hardware on PRO-4X, and a straightforward trim structure that keeps the value pitch clear for shoppers who want a working mid-size truck without paying a hybrid premium.

    Trim ladder and the PRO-4X off-road pick

    S is the value entry — typically RWD King Cab with a 6-foot bed and the basics. SV is the volume trim and adds Safety Shield 360, larger wheels and a richer infotainment system. PRO-X is the on-road sport trim that brings PRO-4X visual cues, off-road-tuned tires and unique trim without committing fully to trail hardware. PRO-4X is the real off-road model: Bilstein off-road shocks, an electronic locking rear differential, hill-descent control, skid plates, all-terrain tires and a heavier-duty 4WD system. For buyers who actually leave the pavement — gravel back roads in central Kentucky, hunting access, Nolin Lake or Land Between the Lakes — PRO-4X is the trim that earns the badge.

    Cab, bed and capability story

    Frontier is offered in King Cab and Crew Cab body styles. King Cab pairs with a longer bed and small rear-hinged jump-seat doors; Crew Cab gives full rear doors and adult-usable back seats with a shorter bed. Bed-length options vary by cab choice, and the truck-bed utility package adds tie-downs and a spray-in liner. Tow ratings reach about 6,720 lb when properly equipped — enough for a Nolin Lake bass boat, a tandem-axle utility trailer, or a small camper, and the V6 + 9-speed combination handles I-65 grades and Bluegrass Parkway runs without strain. Payload runs roughly 1,500-1,600 lb depending on configuration; verify the door-jamb sticker for any specific build.

    Pros and Cons

    Pros
    • Standard V6 power across the lineup — no turbo-four base engine
    • 9-speed automatic gives crisp shifts and good highway manners
    • PRO-4X is a genuine off-road trim with locking rear diff and Bilstein dampers
    • Safety Shield 360 standard from SV up
    • Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto on most trims
    • Solid tow rating (~6,720 lb properly equipped) for mid-size duty
    • Straightforward trim ladder that's easy to shop
    Cons
    • EPA combined fuel economy trails turbo-four and hybrid mid-size rivals
    • No hybrid or electrified option in the US lineup
    • Rear-seat space in King Cab is jump-seat only — Crew Cab is the family choice
    • Interior materials are functional rather than premium even on PRO-4X
    • ProPILOT Assist is restricted to higher trims

    Used 2025 Nissan Frontier Inventory at Swope NissanLive

    Current in-stock units at Swope Nissan in Elizabethtown, KY with full specifications, pricing, and direct links to each vehicle's detail page.

    Total in stock1vehicle
    Price range$42,299
    Available powertrainsGasoline
    Last syncedJun 4, 2026 · 10:36 PM
    Showing 1 of 1 vehicles.
    VINStock #YearMakeModelTrimBodyPriceVDPMileageExteriorInteriorEngineDriveTransmissionFuelNew/UsedCPOMPG CityMPG HwyCarfax 1-OwnerOptions
    1N6ED1EK4SN644243U269019202025NissanFrontierPRO-4XCrew Cab$42,299VDP13,911Boulder Gray PearlCharcoal w/Lava Red StitchV6, 3.8L4WD9-speed automaticGasolineUsedNo1822Yes
    62 features
    Off-Road Style Step RailsPremium PaintEssentials KitElectronic Tailgate Lock

    Frequently Asked Questions about the 2025 Nissan Frontier

    A 3.8L naturally aspirated V6 producing approximately 310 hp and 281 lb-ft, paired to a 9-speed automatic. It is standard across the lineup — there is no four-cylinder or hybrid option.
    Yes. Rear-wheel drive is standard, and 4WD is available on most trims. PRO-4X is the dedicated off-road 4WD model with an electronic locking rear differential and Bilstein off-road shocks.
    Up to approximately 6,720 lb when properly equipped. Actual capacity depends on cab, bed, drivetrain and tow-package configuration — check the door-jamb sticker for the specific build.
    PRO-X is an on-road sport trim with PRO-4X styling cues and off-road-tuned tires but standard suspension. PRO-4X is the full off-road package: Bilstein dampers, electronic locking rear differential, hill-descent control, skid plates and a heavier-duty 4WD system.
    King Cab (with rear-hinged half doors and a jump seat) and Crew Cab (with full rear doors and a usable back seat). Bed-length options vary by cab; King Cab pairs with the longer bed.
    Safety Shield 360 — automatic emergency braking with pedestrian detection, blind-spot warning, rear cross-traffic alert and lane-departure warning — is standard on SV and above.
    ProPILOT Assist (adaptive cruise plus lane-centering) is available on higher trims; it is not a standard-across-the-board feature. Verify trim availability on a specific build.
    Yes — wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are available on most trims, paired with Nissan's updated infotainment system.
    EPA combined fuel economy varies by drivetrain — RWD configurations are slightly more efficient than 4WD. See fueleconomy.gov for the current model-year figures by configuration.
    Nissan's standard new-vehicle warranty: 3 years or 36,000 miles bumper-to-bumper and 5 years or 60,000 miles on the powertrain, whichever comes first.