2020 Nissan Frontier vs. 2021 Nissan Frontier
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the 2020 Nissan Frontier and 2021 Nissan Frontier contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the 2020 Nissan Frontier and the 2021 Nissan Frontier.
When comparing the 2020 Nissan Frontier's and the 2021 Nissan Frontier's specifications and ratings, the 2020 Nissan Frontier has the advantage in the area of typical lower range of pricing for used cars. The 2020 Nissan Frontier and 2021 Nissan Frontier have the same fuel efficiency, interior volume, overall quality score and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2020 Nissan Frontier's and the 2021 Nissan Frontier's specifications and ratings, the 2020 Nissan Frontier is a better car than the 2021 Nissan Frontier.
Pricing: A used 2020 Nissan Frontier ranges from $20,994 to $31,997 while a used 2021 Nissan Frontier is priced between $21,827 to $32,299.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate, the 2020 Nissan Frontier and the 2021 Nissan Frontier both lose 32.7 percent of their value.
Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Nissan Frontier is 8.3 out of 10. Nissan Frontier is ranked 6 out of 7 Best Midsize Trucks based on its reliability, retained value, and safety ratings.
Reliability Rating: iSeeCars' Reliability Rating for the Nissan Frontier is 8.4 out of 10.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the base engine of both the 2020 Nissan Frontier and the 2021 Nissan Frontier makes 310 horsepower. Both the Frontier and the Frontier are rated to deliver an average of 20 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 506 miles. Both models use regular unleaded.
Available Cab Types and Bed Lengths: Both the 2020 Nissan Frontier and the 2021 Nissan Frontier are available in Crew Cabor an Extended Cab configuration. Both the 2020 Nissan Frontier and the 2021 Nissan Frontier offer bed lengths of 59.5 and 73.3 inches.
Safety Ratings: The Nissan Frontier has an average safety rating of 4 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$26,790
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Midsize Pickup Trucks)
$26,885
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Midsize Pickup Trucks)
$21,300 - $33,900
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$27,190
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Midsize Pickup Trucks)
$28,828
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Midsize Pickup Trucks)
$25,070 - $36,490
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$26,549
Price Range:
$20,994 - $31,997
Category Avg Price:
(Midsize Pickup Trucks)
$30,675
Category Avg Price Range:
(Midsize Pickup Trucks)
$26,549 - $35,847
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
173
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
57,330
# Good or Great Deals:
38
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$26,921
Price Range:
$21,827 - $32,299
Category Avg Price:
(Midsize Pickup Trucks)
$32,890
Category Avg Price Range:
(Midsize Pickup Trucks)
$26,921 - $38,499
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
169
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
57,661
# Good or Great Deals:
47
Nissan Frontier Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.3 / 10
Reliability:
8.4 / 10
Retained Value:
8.5 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
Nissan Frontier Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.3 / 10
Reliability:
8.4 / 10
Retained Value:
8.5 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2020 Nissan Frontier
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
8.2
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Midsize Pickup Trucks)
9.6
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Midsize Pickup Trucks)
8.2 - 10.7
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
36.1%
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2021 Nissan Frontier
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
9.2
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Midsize Pickup Trucks)
10.6
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Midsize Pickup Trucks)
9.2 - 11.7
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
36.1%
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
2.3
Typical Category Recalls:
(Midsize Pickup Trucks)
2.3
Category Range for Recalls:
(Midsize Pickup Trucks)
1 - 21.2
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
2.6
Typical Category Recalls:
(Midsize Pickup Trucks)
2.6
Category Range for Recalls:
(Midsize Pickup Trucks)
1.7 - 20.3
Nissan Frontier Rankings
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7 out of / 7Available Body Styles
Pickup Truck
Available Body Styles
Pickup Truck
Available Cab Types
Crew Cab, Extended Cab
Available Cab Types
Crew Cab, Extended Cab
Available Bed Length(s)
59.5 inches, 73.3 inches
Available Bed Length(s)
59.5 inches, 73.3 inches
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2020 Nissan Frontier Trim Levels
PRO-4X, S, SV
2021 Nissan Frontier Trim Levels
PRO-4X, S, SV
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
3 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
3 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
3 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
3 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
310 hp @ 6400 rpm
Torque:
281 foot-lbs @ 4400 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.074 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Max Payload:
1460 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
310 hp @ 6400 rpm
Torque:
281 foot-lbs @ 4400 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.074 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Max Payload:
1460 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.8 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
4X2 / 4X4
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
18 / 24 / 20
Range (city/hwy):
380 / 506 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.8 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
4X2 / 4X4
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
18 / 24 / 20
Range (city/hwy):
380 / 506 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Available
Bench Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Internet Radio:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Roof Rack:
Available
Satellite radio:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Available
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Available
Bench Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Internet Radio:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Roof Rack:
Available
Satellite radio:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
25.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54.9 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
92.0 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
25.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54.9 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
92.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4180 lbs
Width:
72.8 inches
Height:
70.1 inches
Length:
205.5 inches
Wheelbase:
125.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
9.8 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4180 lbs
Width:
72.8 inches
Height:
70.1 inches
Length:
205.5 inches
Wheelbase:
125.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
9.8 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P265/70R16
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P265/70R16
Exterior Colors
Black
Magnetic Black Pearl
Red
Cayenne Red Metallic
Silver
Brilliant Silver Metallic
White
Glacier White
Exterior Colors
Black
Magnetic Black Pearl
Red
Cayenne Red Metallic
Silver
Brilliant Silver Metallic
White
Glacier White
Interior Colors
Gray
Graphite / Steel
Interior Colors
Gray
Graphite / Steel
