Summary

• With 1,659 currently listed for sale and an average price of $37,292.00, 35.6% of 2026 Nissan Frontiers for sale on CarGurus are rated as good or great deals.

• Favorably reviewed: Owners rated the 2026 Nissan Frontier 5 / 5 stars and CarGurus experts gave it a 6 / 10.

• 96.5% of 2026 Frontier models on CarGurus are accident free.

Why it stands out

The 2026 Nissan Frontier deserves more consideration than it gets, but it still has some big flaws. It is built on bones that date back more than two decades, and Nissan re-skinned it for the 2022 model year while carrying over its relatively new powertrain and mainly changing what you can see and touch. That gives the Frontier an old-school feel compared with many rivals, but it also helps explain why it comes across as solid, simple, and quality-focused.

For 2026, Nissan continues improving the Frontier with extra standard equipment for some models and new option packages. The truck’s strengths include a powerful V6 engine, a comfortable driver’s seat, and an impressive Fender stereo. It is also reasonably fuel efficient and can tow more than a Toyota Tacoma. On the downside, the Frontier still has a low payload rating, a cramped back seat, outdated technology, an obtuse digital assistant, and a concerning crash-test rating, so its appeal depends on whether buyers value its straightforward character enough to overlook those shortcomings.

Other model years to consider

• 2023 Nissan Frontier

  • Average price: $32,632.00
  • Good/great deal percentage: 33.7%
  • User rating: 4.94 / 5
  • Total listings: 3,420

• 2022 Nissan Frontier

  • Average price: $27,691.00
  • Good/great deal percentage: 33.9%
  • User rating: 4.66 / 5
  • Total listings: 2,470

• 2024 Nissan Frontier

  • Average price: $33,261.00
  • Good/great deal percentage: 34.2%
  • User rating: 4.75 / 5
  • Total listings: 3,578

This analysis is based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from August 17, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.