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2023 Nissan Frontier® Performance

On-call for off-road

  • TRAIL-READY 4X4 CAPABILITY

    Escape the pavement with Frontier’s legendary available 4-wheel drive capability.

  • 310 HORSEPOWER, 9-SPEED AUTO

    Frontier’s 3.8-liter V6 and smooth-shifting 9-speed automatic are a potent combo.

  • 24 MPG HIGHWAY

    Frontier’s efficiency lets you go farther with 18 MPG city, 24 MPG highway fuel economy. [[1599]]

Frontier engine and transmission

Class-leading horsepower

When it’s time to haul a full load, tow your PWCs, or simply throw up some roost, Frontier is ready and willing with a best-in-class 310-horsepower V6 paired to a silky-smooth 9-speed automatic transmission. [[1467]] And don’t worry, there’s no “base engine.” With Frontier, you don’t have to upgrade — this engine and transmission combination comes standard.

2023 Nissan Frontier V-6 engine on black background.

3.8-L V6 engine

Frontier’s 3.8-liter V6 pumps out a best-in-class 310 horsepower, and 281 lb-ft of torque.[[1467]] Direct injection gives quick response, up to 6,720 lbs. max towing capacity, and 18 MPG city / 24 MPG highway efficiency.[[1466]][[114]][[1599]]

2023 Nissan Frontier close up of 9-speed transmission.

9-speed transmission

Easy passing, smooth shifting, responsive acceleration when towing, ideal gear ratios — these are the benefits of having a 9-speed automatic transmission perfectly dialed for Frontier.

310

Horsepower

281

lb-ft of Torque 

18/24

City/Hwy [[1599]]

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2023 Nissan Frontier on rocky outcrop in the mountains.

Frontier frame and suspension

Engineered to endure

Midsize trucks see abuse — lots of it. That’s why the Frontier is beefed-up and overbuilt in all the right places, with ample ground clearance to help you get over big obstacles, and suspension ready to help smooth out even the toughest terrain.

Full-length, fully boxed frame

No corners were cut with Frontier’s full-length, fully boxed frame. A strong frame is what durability is all about, and Frontier has strength, to the core.

Off-road-ready ground clearance, approach, and departure angle

For maximum ground clearance, approach angle, and departure angle, Frontier’s underside is free of low-hanging components and has ample ground clearance, so you can tackle obstacles with confidence.

Suspension that performs

Engineered for toughness and durability while maximizing the tires’ contact patch with the ground, Frontier’s front suspension helps it maintain grip in a variety of conditions. In the rear, the overslung rigid leaf spring design helps deliver both off-road prowess and high-load durability.

Frontier 4x4 and off-road capability

The future of 4-wheeling

From a driver-selectable 4WD to an available hill descent control, you’ve got serious off-road credentials with the Frontier. And with technological innovations like the available Intelligent Around View® Monitor with Off-Road Mode, you’ll get the help you need to conquer tougher terrain with more confidence than you’ve ever felt in a midsize truck. [[1117]]

2023 Nissan Frontier muddied in the mountains with inset picture of 4-wheel control knob.
2023 Nissan Frontier towing a trailer off-road

Class-exclusive Intelligent Around View Monitor with Off-Road Mode [[1476]]

Your virtual spotter

Frontier helps give you a better view to help you steer around rocks and obstacles with ease and precision, with multiple view angles so you can conquer rock gardens like a pro. [[1117]][[114]][[145]]

2023 Nissan Frontier touch-screen showing rock obstacles around vehicle.

Scrape by without a scrape

See the obstacles you’re dealing with, right on your touch-screen display. That means less stopping, less reliance on a spotter while you’re on the trail, and in turn, more good times in your Frontier PRO-4X®. [[1117]]

2023 Nissan Frontier illustration of Hill descent control.

Hill descent control

When driving down a steep grade in 4WD, the available hill descent control can help. Just push the button, ease your foot from the accelerator, and this system automatically maintains speed and brake pressure to help provide a controlled descent.
2023 Nissan Frontier illustration of Hill start assist.

Hill start assist

Charge up that mountain. When starting on steep hills from a stop, hill start assist will help keep you from rolling backwards. It holds brake pressure for a few seconds, allowing you time to switch from the brake pedal to the accelerator.
2023 Nissan Frontier illustration of Active Brake Limited Slip.

Active Brake Limited Slip

When Frontier’s sophisticated electronics sense a wheel is beginning to lose traction, Active Brake Limited Slip kicks in, sending braking force to the slipping wheel, instantly transferring power to the wheel with more grip.
2023 Nissan Frontier gauge screen showing real-time tire monitor.

Real-time tire monitor

Keep track of your tire pressure for more confident driving with precise PSI measurements easily accessible through your Advanced Drive-Assist™ Display.  [[1456]]
2023 Nissan Frontier gauge screen showing off-road gauges.

Off-road gauges

Keep track of pitch, roll, and also key off-road functions like 4x4 engagement and differential lock status, for a more confident day on the trail with the PRO-4X. [[1456]]

Frontier PRO-4X

For those who take off-road seriously

Ready to conquer 4x4 trails right off the showroom floor, the PRO-4X was built to help you take your adventures farther off the well-groomed dirt roads and deeper into the backcountry — just like an off-road truck should.

2023 Nissan Frontier showing off-road tires and overfenders
2023 Nissan Frontier front skid plate.
2023 Nissan Frontier 4 Bilstein shocks.
2023 Nissan Frontier rear tire going over rocks illustrating electronic locking rear differential.

Off-road truck tires and overfenders

PRO-4X makes a strong impression with muscular overfenders and larger, more aggresive off-road tires.

Skid plates

Durable skid plates help shield your engine, oil pan, transfer case, and fuel tank from close encounters with rocks, stumps, and other debris you might encounter on the trail.

Bilstein® shocks

Bilstein® performance shock absorbers help soak up vibrations and soften the blows of rougher terrain for a more controlled, comfortable ride. [[115]]

Electronic locking rear differential

When 4x4 isn’t enough, the electronic locking rear differential delivers equal power to both rear wheels, boosting traction to help keep you moving forward. [[114]]
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Frontier off-road accessories

Make your Frontier the ultimate off-roader

Go bigger and go farther with personalized Frontier off-road pickup truck accessories backed by Nissan’s 3-year/36,000-mile (whichever occurs first) limited warranty (if installed by dealer at time of new vehicle purchase). [[5]]

2023 Nissan Frontier Sport Bar

Sport Bar

Give your Frontier classic off-road looks with the bed-mounted Sport Bar with integrated LED brake and bed lights.
2023 Nissan Frontier Off-Road Style Step Rails

Off-Road Step Rails

Toughen up your Frontier and get easier access to the cab, roof, and bed.
2023 Nissan Frontier PRO-4X Mud Flaps

PRO-4X Mud Flaps

Protect your Frontier from mud and debris, and give it more PRO-4X signature style.
2023 Nissan Frontier 17-inch Beadlock-Style Wheels

17” Beadlock-Style Aluminum-Alloy Wheels

Bring out more off-road attitude in your Frontier with these hard-core 17-inch aluminum-alloy wheels.
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2023 Nissan Frontier off-road near a lake, with bicycles in the bed

Promoting responsible outdoor recreation

Nissan supports Tread Lightly’s mission to keep recreation areas beautiful, healthy, accessible, and open for future generations. Please stay on designated roads and trails to protect wildlife and sensitive environments from damage.  

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