Used Nissan Frontier for Sale nearDes Moines, IA

How much does the Nissan Frontier cost in today's market?

Used Nissan Frontier prices span a wide range depending on model year. Here's what the market looks like right now:

The Nissan Frontier's current nationwide average price is $26,786, and its lowest point over the past year was $23,932. Recently, prices have come down for the 2023, 2024, and 2025 models, making now a good time to shop recent model years.

Is the Nissan Frontier a good car?

Yes — the Nissan Frontier is a strong used-truck choice if you want a pickup with broad owner approval and a straightforward, rugged character. The all-generations owner rating is 4.5/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently praise the Frontier for its powerful performance, comfortable interiors, and good value. Reliability and towing capability also come up often as reasons shoppers stick with it, along with the truck’s durable, no-nonsense personality.

Expert reviews rate the 2023 and 2022 models among the highest across all years.

The main trade-offs in recent expert reviews center on fuel economy, outdated technology, and transmission behavior on some years. Some versions also bring limited rear-seat space and a less refined ride, so the best Frontier for you depends on whether you prioritize capability and value over polish.

34.0% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Nissan Frontier models reliable?

Owners and experts consistently describe the Frontier as a durable, dependable pickup with strong everyday usefulness. Across the lineup, it earns praise for its rugged character, solid performance, and practical ownership experience.

• Owners rate the Nissan Frontier between 4.1 and 5 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For used buyers, the long-term ownership picture looks encouraging overall, especially if you choose a well-kept example and verify its history carefully.

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

Across all model years, accident-free inventory is solid at 81.5% — always verify the vehicle history report.

Older model years carry meaningfully higher accident rates, so always verify the vehicle history report on pre-2021 models.

Key things to evaluate:

• Safety package: The 2026 Frontier Pro-4X includes standard 4WD, all-terrain tires, Bilstein off-road shocks, an electronic locking rear differential, front and underbody skid plates, and a Terrain mode selector.
• Infotainment: The 2026 Frontier has a 12.3-inch touchscreen infotainment system with wireless Apple CarPlay, wireless Android Auto, SiriusXM satellite radio, and NissanConnect connected services including access to a Wi-Fi hotspot.
• Fuel efficiency: Running with RWD, the Frontier Pro-4X averaged 18.3 mpg on our Southern California test loop, beating the EPA estimate of 18 mpg combined (although that rating likely incorporates 4WD running). It also proved more fuel efficient than the Chevrolet Colorado and GMC Canyon, which we recently tested on the same route (although we tested those trucks in Automatic 4WD guises). The Pro-4X is slightly less efficient than other Frontier models, which are rated at 19 mpg combined with 4WD and 21 mpg combined with RWD.

Which Nissan Frontier trim should I buy?

The 2026 Nissan Frontier offers these trims:

• S: The entry trim gives you the Frontier’s basic truck setup, and it’s the only version offered in both King Cab and crew-cab body styles.
• SV: This is the best-value trim for many shoppers because it adds useful comfort and convenience upgrades, including the available All-Weather Package with dual-zone automatic climate control, remote-engine start, heated front seats, and a heated steering wheel.
• Pro-X: This trim brings a more rugged look and feel while keeping the Frontier’s traditional controls and truck character.
• Pro-4X: This is the off-road-focused trim, and it adds standard 4WD, all-terrain tires, Bilstein off-road shocks, an electronic locking rear differential, front and underbody skid plates, and a Terrain mode selector.

What Nissan Frontier do most buyers choose?

The Nissan Frontier years with the most listings are 2024, 2023, and 2025.

These higher-volume years tend to be popular because they give you more inventory to compare, more pricing competition, and a better chance of finding the trim and equipment mix you want. They also sit close to the sweet spot between newer features and used-car pricing.

What is the Nissan Frontier's resale value?

Most Frontier model years are moving lower year over year, which is good news if you’re shopping used and want to avoid paying peak prices. A few years are nearly flat, and one year shows a slight increase, but the overall pattern still favors buyers. The newer models are also seeing relatively small declines compared with some older years, which suggests steady demand.

The 2016 and 2017 model years are holding steady, with prices close to flat year-over-year.

The 2016, 2017, and 2025 model years have held their value best, with the smallest year-over-year price changes.

Is the Nissan Frontier safe?

• 2026: 4/10
• 2025: 4/10
• 2023: 8/10
• 2022: 7/10
• 2020: 1/10
• 2016: 8/10
• 2014: 6/10

The 2026 Frontier includes standard 4WD, all-terrain tires, Bilstein off-road shocks, an electronic locking rear differential, front and underbody skid plates, and a Terrain mode selector.

For the safest used buy, the 2016 and 2023 models both post the highest confirmed score of 8/10.

Should I buy a used Nissan Frontier now or wait for the next model?

Buy now if:

• Price trend: The 2025 model is at −1.05% versus a year ago, and the 2024 model is at −1.34%.
• Deal availability: The 2025 model has 36.4% good and great deals, and the 2024 model has 36.2%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2024 model has the most listings at a current average price of $32,059. The Nissan Frontier offers a rugged, straightforward truck character that appeals if you want durability and everyday usefulness.

Consider waiting if:

• Powertrain/efficiency: The 2026 Nissan Frontier’s 3.8-liter V6 supplies 310 horsepower and 281 pound-feet of torque via a nine-speed automatic transmission, and the Pro-4X averaged 18.3 mpg on our Southern California test loop.
• Tech: The 2026 Frontier has a 7-inch digital driver display, a 12.3-inch touchscreen infotainment system, wireless Apple CarPlay, wireless Android Auto, SiriusXM satellite radio, NissanConnect connected services, and access to a Wi-Fi hotspot.
• Safety: The 2026 Frontier includes automatic high-beam headlights, adaptive cruise control, forward-collision warning, automatic emergency braking, lane-departure warning, blind-spot monitors, rear cross-traffic alert, reverse automatic braking, and rear parking sensors.
• Starting price: Prices range from $33,845 to $43,565, including the $1,695 destination charge.

If you're buying used today, the 2024 model year offers the best mix of value and availability. If you want the latest tech and features, it may be worth waiting for the next model year's inventory to build up.

How does the 2023 Nissan Frontier compare to the 2023 Toyota Tacoma?

Expert Pros & Cons (per CarGurus review team)

2023 Nissan Frontier:

• Pros: Nice range of color options, Impressive stereo upgrade, Excellent value for money.
• Cons: Sluggish transmission, Poor fuel economy.

2023 Toyota Tacoma:

• Pros: Stylish design, Great off-road capability, Excellent reputation for reliability.
• Cons: Poor fuel economy, Cramped back seat, Outdated technology.

Our experts score the 2023 Nissan Frontier 8.3/10 and the 2023 Toyota Tacoma 7.3/10. The Frontier stands out for value and its stereo upgrade, while the Tacoma leans on styling, off-road ability, and reliability reputation. Both trucks share poor fuel economy, but the Tacoma’s cramped back seat and outdated technology give the Frontier an edge for many shoppers.

Read our full side-by-side expert comparison here.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from October 27, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.