DecodedCars2027 Nissan Frontier
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2027 models.
- Class
- Standard Pickup Trucks 2WD
- Engines
- 3.8L 6-cyl
- Drivetrain
- Rear-Wheel Drive, Part-time 4-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Regular Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 21 combined · 19 city / 24 hwy
- Length
- –
- Curb weight
- –
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 0 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- AWD / 4WD available
Watch out for
No weak spots against similar models in the data.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 3 similar 2027 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2027 Nissan Frontier is a standard pickup truck offered with a 3.8L 6-cyl engine and rear-wheel drive and part-time 4-wheel drive.
EPA rates its most efficient version at 21 MPG combined (19 city / 24 highway), 6% better than the 2027 standard pickup truck average of 19.8 MPG, for an estimated $3,200 a year in fuel.
There are no recalls or owner complaints on file with NHTSA for this model year.
What changed for 2027
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2026 Frontier — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2026; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2026 Frontier →
Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frontier 2WD | 3.8L 6-cyl | Automatic (S9) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 19 / 24 / 21 | +6% | $3,200 | 424 |
| Frontier 4WD | 3.8L 6-cyl | Automatic (S9) | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | 17 / 21 / 19 | +9% | $3,550 | 479 |
| Frontier 4WD PRO4X | 3.8L 6-cyl | Automatic (S9) | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | 16 / 20 / 18 | +3% | $3,700 | 504 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2027 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2027 Nissan Frontier.
Similar 2027 standard pickup trucks
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 Nissan Frontier (this car) | 21 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2027 Jeep Gladiator | 19 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2027 Ram 1500 | 22 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2027 Rivian R1T | 420 mi | Not rated | 0 |
Recalls (0)
No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2027 Nissan Frontier.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗Not every 2027 Nissan Frontier is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
No owner complaints for the 2027 Nissan Frontier in NHTSA's database since 2015.
Other Frontier years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Frontier | 21 | 224 in | Not rated | 1 | 11 |
| 2025 Frontier | 21 | 224 in | Not rated | 3 | 9 |
| 2024 Frontier | 21 | 224 in | Not rated | 3 | 22 |
| 2023 Frontier | 21 | 224 in | Not rated | 1 | 66 |
| 2022 Frontier | 20 | 224 in | ★★★★★ | 6 | 112 |
| 2021 Frontier | 20 | 205.5 in | Not rated | 2 | 20 |
| 2020 Frontier | 20 | 205.5 in | Not rated | 2 | 23 |
| 2019 Frontier | 21 | 205.5 in | ★★★★★ | 1 | 28 |
| 2018 Frontier | 21 | 205.5 in | Not rated | 2 | 25 |
| 2017 Frontier | 21 | 205.5 in | Not rated | 1 | 38 |
| 2016 Frontier | 21 | 205.5 in | Not rated | 1 | 44 |
| 2015 Frontier | 21 | 205.5 in | Not rated | 0 | 33 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Nissan. How we calculate this →