2016 Nissan Frontier Specs

EPA fuel economy, engine specs, and towing capacity

At a Glance

21
MPG Combined
19 city / 0 hwy
2.5L 4-Cylinder
Engine
RWD
Drivetrain
6,720
Max Towing (lbs)
310
Horsepower
$2,500
Est. annual fuel
15k mi @ $3.50/gal

All Trim Levels — Fuel Economy

Trim / TransmissionFuel TypeEngineDriveCityHwyCombinedCO₂ (g/mi)
Automatic 5-spdRegular4.0L V6RWD16018483
Automatic 5-spdRegular2.5L 4-CylinderRWD17019462
Manual 5-spdRegular2.5L 4-CylinderRWD19021426
Manual 6-spdRegular4.0L V6RWD17019478
Automatic 5-spdRegular4.0L V64WD (Part-time)15017514
Manual 6-spdRegular4.0L V64WD (Part-time)16018494

Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov. MPG figures are for reference; actual mileage varies.

Performance & Capability

Horsepower
310 hp / 281 lb-ft
Max Towing
6,720 lbs
Max Payload
1,610 lbs
0–60 mph
6.5s (est.)

Source: manufacturer specifications. Towing varies by configuration; consult owner's manual.

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