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2026 Nissan Frontier

S RWD

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Specifications

Source: manufacturer press kit

Brakes

Front brake diameter297.2 mm
Front brake typeDual-piston vented disc
Rear brake diameter287.0 mm
Rear brake typeSingle piston vented disc
Parking brake typeMechanical, foot operated

Cargo

Total interior volume100.1 cu-ft

Dimensions Exterior

Ground clearance9.3 in
Overall height71.8 in
Overall length210.2 in
Overall width73 in
Wheelbase126 in

Engine Basics

Aspirationnaturally aspirated
Cylinder count6
Engine displacement3779 cc
Fuel injection systemgdi mpi
Engine type (full description)3.8L V6 DOHC
Valve configurationDOHC 24-Valve

Engine Output

Horsepower310 hp
Torque281 lb-ft

Fuel Economy

MPG (city)19 mpg
MPG (combined)21 mpg
MPG (highway)24 mpg

Fuel System

Minimum recommended octane87
Fuel tank capacity21 gal

Headroom

Front headroom39.9 in
Second-row headroom38.6 in

Legroom

Front legroom42.3 in
Second-row legroom33.2 in

Pricing

Base MSRP (excludes destination)$33,550

Seating

Passenger seating capacity5

Shoulder Room

Front shoulder room58.2 in
Second-row shoulder room58.3 in

Steering

Steering typeEngine speed-sensitive power rack-and-pinion
Turning radius (curb-to-curb)42.7 ft

Suspension

Front suspension typeIndependent double wishbone
Rear suspension typeOverslung multi-leaf with Dana axle

Tires

Tire size265/70R16

Transmission

Final drive ratio3.7
Transmission speeds9
Transmission typeautomatic

Weights

Curb weight (maximum)4466 lbs
Curb weight (minimum)4466 lbs
Gross vehicle weight rating6012 lbs
Payload capacity1490 lbs

Wheels

Wheel diameter16 in
Wheel materialalloy

Standard & optional equipment

Source: manufacturer press kit

Safety22 std · 0 opt

  • Blind Spot Warning
  • Intelligent Cruise Control
  • Intelligent Forward Collision Warning
  • Rear Cross Traffic Alert
  • Dual stage supplemental front air bags
  • Front seat-mounted side-impact supplemental air bags

Infotainment11 std · 0 opt

  • Steering wheel-mounted Bluetooth® controls
  • 8-inch color touchscreen
  • AM/FM/USB with 4 speakers
  • Bluetooth® hands-free phone system
  • SiriusXM® Radio with advanced audio features
  • Siri® Eyes Free

Convenience8 std · 1 opt

  • 12-volt power outlet (1 on instrument panel)
  • Cruise control
  • Power door locks
  • Power windows with driver one-touch auto-down
  • Push-button start
  • Rear power windows

Climate1 std · 0 opt

  • Underseat heating ducts for rear passengers

Seating6 std · 0 opt

  • 6-way manual
  • 2-way manual lumbar
  • 4-way manual (front passenger seat)
  • Front seat Active Head Restraints
  • Rear seats – 60/40 split back cushion flip-up with adjustable headrests
  • Seating – Base cloth

Interior3 std · 0 opt

  • 7-inch Advanced Drive-Assist® Display
  • Driver's seatback pocket
  • Steering wheel switch illumination

Exterior12 std · 0 opt

  • LED headlights
  • 16-inch aluminum-alloy, center cap, painted finish wheels
  • 265/70R16 all-season tires
  • Cargo bed lights – stop lamps
  • Center high mount stop lamp
  • Exterior light – cargo/bed illumination

Powertrain4 std · 0 opt

  • 2-wheel limited Slip
  • 9-speed automatic transmission
  • Drive configuration – Rear-wheel drive (4x2) / Part-time 4-wheel drive (4x4)
  • Idle Stop/Start

Chassis2 std · 0 opt

  • Front suspension – Independent double wishbone with twin tube shock absorbers
  • Rear suspension – Overslung multi-leaf with Dana axle, twin tube shock absorbers

Cargo4 std · 2 opt

  • Tow/haul mode switch optional
  • Bed rail protectors
  • Hitch ball provision on rear bumper
  • Locking tailgate with dampened opening, closure assist
  • Tie-down hooks (4)
  • Spray-in bedliner optional

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Transcribed from the manufacturer's official press kit for the 2026 Frontier. Confirm with the window sticker for a specific unit.

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Common questions about the S

Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kits

How much is the 2026 Nissan Frontier S?

The manufacturer lists $33,550 for the 2026 Nissan Frontier S. It is the cheapest trim of this model year. MSRP excludes destination, options, taxes and dealer charges.