Used 2014 Nissan Frontier for Sale nearChicago, IL

How much does the 2014 Nissan Frontier cost?

Prices have softened 3.96% compared to this time last year, making it a favorable time to shop this model year.

There are 425 listings available, which suggests you should have a workable range of choices while you shop. If you find a listing below $13,038.33, that's toward the low end of the year-round range and worth acting on quickly.

Is the 2014 Nissan Frontier a good car?

Generally — the 4.4/5 user rating points to solid owner satisfaction, and the expert rating is 6.5/10. The standout strength is Performance at 9/10.

Drivers commonly praise its reliability, good fuel economy, and decent interior design. The Frontier also fits buyers who want something that feels at home on weekend surf trips or off-road excursions, rather than a truck built around maximum cargo hauling. At the same time, the market shows 30.4% good or great deals, which helps offset some of the model’s value concerns.

Is the 2014 Nissan Frontier reliable?

Owners rate it 4.4/5, a solid signal of long-term satisfaction.

User feedback points to reliability, trouble-free ownership, and a truck that many drivers feel they can count on. The expert evaluation also describes favorable quality and reliability ratings, and the truck’s straightforward mechanical setup supports that reputation. For used buyers, the main long-term risk is condition: neglected examples and prior damage can quickly erase the durability advantage.

What should I look for when buying a used 2014 Nissan Frontier?

At 61.6% accident-free, a meaningful share of listings has prior incidents — history verification is especially important.

You should start with a vehicle history report and then prioritize a close inspection of bodywork, frame condition, and signs of neglect or previous damage. Because value concerns are tied closely to condition, the best examples are the ones that show clear maintenance and clean ownership history. If you’re comparing multiple listings, focus on the truck that looks the most cared for rather than the one with the flashiest equipment.

Key things to evaluate:

• Trim level: The S is the basic truck, with a 4-cylinder engine, a manual transmission, and 15-inch steel wheels; getting an automatic or the S Preferred package adds air conditioning, cruise control, and Bluetooth phone connectivity. The SV adds 16-inch alloy wheels, power accessories, a tilt steering wheel, a 4.3-inch color radio display, satellite radio, a USB port, and an auxiliary audio input jack. The Desert Runner adds special exterior and interior styling treatments, fog lights, Bilstein shock absorbers, and off-road tires. The PRO-4X adds off-road tires, Bilstein shocks, a locking rear differential, underbody skid plates, and automatic headlights. The SL adds most of the PRO-4X Luxury package features but drops the off-road hardware, while adding 18-inch alloy wheels and side steps. The best-value trim is the SV if you want a stronger equipment mix without jumping to the more specialized off-road models.
• Powertrain: You can equip a Frontier with a 4- or 6-cylinder engine and rear-wheel or 4-wheel drive in various configurations. The 4.0-liter V6 makes 261 hp and 281 lb-ft of torque, while the standard 2.5-liter 4-cylinder is rated at 151 hp. The V6 brings stronger towing and everyday punch, while the 4-cylinder is the simpler choice if you want to keep the truck basic.
• Safety package: The Frontier includes antilock brakes, stability control, a limited-slip differential, rear parking sensors, and a back-up camera. The PRO-4X adds automatic headlights, and the truck does not offer the advanced driver-assistance technology found in newer full-size pickups.
• Infotainment: The optional NissanConnect system includes Bluetooth smartphone pairing with streaming audio, a text-messaging assistant, live traffic updates, gas prices at nearby stations, mobile applications, navigation, voice commands, satellite or Internet radio, and a 10-speaker Rockford Fosgate premium audio system. The touchscreen is rather small and can suffer from sun glare.
• Fuel efficiency: The EPA-rated combined figure is 17 mpg for the V6 test vehicle, and the 4-cylinder is described as the more basic choice if you want to avoid the V6’s thirst. The expert test also recorded 14.6 mpg in mixed driving, which reinforces the truck’s weak fuel economy.

Which 2014 Nissan Frontier trim should I buy?

The 2014 Nissan Frontier is offered in 5 trim levels: S, SV, Desert Runner, PRO-4X and SL.

Here's the short version:

• S: This is the simplest Frontier, with a 4-cylinder engine, a manual transmission, and 15-inch steel wheels. It makes sense if you want the lowest-frills entry point, but you give up a lot of convenience equipment unless you add the automatic or S Preferred package.
• SV: This is the trim that most clearly balances equipment and value, because it adds 16-inch alloy wheels, power accessories, a tilt steering wheel, a 4.3-inch color radio display, satellite radio, a USB port, and an auxiliary audio input jack. If you want the best all-around mix without paying for off-road hardware, this is the one to target.
• Desert Runner: This trim is for you if you want a truck that looks tougher and adds fog lights, Bilstein shock absorbers, and off-road tires. It is still a rear-wheel-drive truck, so it is more about style and a specific driving character than maximum trail capability.
• PRO-4X: This is the choice for serious off-road ambitions, with off-road tires, Bilstein shocks, a locking rear differential, underbody skid plates, and automatic headlights. If you want the most capable Frontier setup, this is the trim to focus on.
• SL: This trim keeps much of the PRO-4X Luxury package content but drops the off-road equipment, then adds 18-inch alloy wheels and side steps. It suits you if you want a more upscale feel without the off-road focus.

The safety content notes that the Frontier is equipped with standard safety technology, but it does not include the advanced systems found in newer full-size trucks.

Is now a good time to buy a used 2014 Nissan Frontier?

This looks like a moderate, selective buyer’s market, so you can shop carefully and still find worthwhile listings.

• Deal availability: 30.4% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Inventory: There are 425 listings available.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 3.96% compared with last year.
• Clean inventory: 61.6% of listings are accident-free.

If you find a listing below $13,038.33, that's toward the low end of the year-round range and worth acting on quickly.

What is the 2014 Nissan Frontier's resale value?

The current average of $13,591 sits slightly below last year's $14,152.

That softer pricing suggests the truck has already absorbed some depreciation, which can help if you buy now and hold it for a while. The downside is that the Frontier’s value equation is still pressured by weak fuel economy and mixed cost-effectiveness. If you choose a clean, well-kept example, you’re more likely to preserve value than if you buy a rough truck with visible wear or prior damage.

Vehicles with solid owner satisfaction ratings, like this model year's 4.4/5, tend to retain buyer demand, which supports resale value over time.

Is the 2014 Nissan Frontier safe?

The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety gives the Frontier a Good rating for moderate overlap frontal impact, side impact and roof crush protection, and an Acceptable rating for rear-impact seat and head restraint protection. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration rates the 4WD model with a four-star rollover rating, while RWD models get a three-star rollover rating.

It earns a 6/10 safety score from our experts.

The Frontier includes antilock brakes, stability control, a limited-slip differential, rear parking sensors, and a back-up camera. It does not offer the more advanced driver-assistance technology found in newer trucks, so you should not expect modern active-safety coverage across the lineup. The main caveat is that its age shows in the safety tech, even though its crash-test results are respectable.

Should I buy a 2014 Nissan Frontier or consider a different year?

If you're weighing the 2014 against nearby model years, here's how to think about it:

Choose the 2014 if:

• 30.4% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• At 61.6% accident-free, a meaningful share of listings has prior incidents — history verification is especially important.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 3.96% compared with last year.
• Owners rate it 4.4/5 — a solid satisfaction signal.
• The Frontier may work perfectly for weekend surfers or off-roading excursions, but it comes up short for those who need to haul lots of stuff lots of the time.

The bottom line: If you want a compact pickup with rugged character and you can live with its compromises, the 2014 Frontier is worth considering, especially if you find a clean example at the low end of the price range. If your priority is maximum utility, better fuel economy, or more modern safety and tech, you should also compare it with other years or a larger truck.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 4, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.