NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Building on the extensive refresh and additional features introduced for the 2025 model year, the 2026 Frontier empowers owners to work hard and play harder. New for 2026, Frontier adds an exciting new Dark Armor package, enhanced value, a striking new color, and the added control of multiple drive modes. The 2026 Nissan Frontier offers a wide range of possibilities with S, SV, PRO-X and PRO-4X grades, plus a choice between King Cab (S grades only) or Crew Cab configurations and the option of either a 5- or 6-foot bed. It reaches dealerships later this summer with a starting Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP)2 of $32,150.
Standout style
The newly available Dark Armor package gives Frontier a sleeker, more understated appearance. Available for SV grade, the package includes 17-inch black alloy wheels, plus darkened mirror caps, front grille, exterior badging and FRONTIER tailgate lettering. Interior upgrades include a black headliner and darkened door handles, HVAC vents, shifter trim and dashboard accents.
Frontier PRO-X and PRO-4X grades add an eye-catching new color option: Citrus Strike. The neon lime/yellow blend sets Frontier apart from other midsize trucks and complements the fiery Afterburn Orange introduced for 2025.
Functional enhancements
The 2026 Frontier features a new drive mode selector, giving drivers more confidence and control for varied terrain. Selecting from its five modes – Rock, Sand, On-Road, Mud, Hill Descent Control – adjusts key vehicle characteristics to ensure Frontier drivers get the performance and capability they need in nearly any scenario.
Enhancements to PRO grades include standard heated front seats, heated steering wheel and remote engine start3. SV and PRO grades also add a standard eight-way power driver seat, improving comfort and customization.
Also new, S and SV grades add LED lamps, enhancing visibility with a more modern front-end appearance.
Additional changes for the 2026 Frontier include the addition of an All-Weather package, which bundles a heated leather steering wheel, heated front seats, dual-zone automatic climate control and remote engine start for SV grades.
Frontier PRO-4X R by Roush dials up the thrill
Roush Performance will offer an exclusive Frontier PRO-4X R build1, which injects off-road thrill with a lift kit and added visual punch. At its core is the all-new Roush Performance x Ohlins 2.0 Off-Road Suspension System, sold and installed separately by Roush, which lifts the truck front by 2 inches to improve approach and departure angles and trail performance. This system includes precision-tuned coilover shocks with external reservoirs to reduce fade during extended use, plus new upper control arms for enhanced articulation and durability.
The PRO-4X R by Roush rides on 17-inch off-road wheels finished in titanium and wrapped in 265/70R17 Hankook Dynapro AT2 Xtreme all-terrain tires. Its aggressive stance is matched by Roush with a titanium-finished skid plate, grille inserts and lower front fascia, accented with Lava Red tow hooks. Roush's “R” badging on the grille, tailgate and fenders adds a distinctive touch, while embroidered headrests inside the cabin reinforce the truck's custom identity.
Parts and accessories installed by Roush on the Frontier PRO-4X R are sold separately by Roush and are not designed, manufactured, tested, or warranted for safety or quality by Nissan. For more details on Roush's exclusive Frontier PRO-4X R build, please visit RoushPerformance.com.
For pricing and additional information on PRO-4X R by Roush, please visit roushperformance.com.
Flexible, capable, confident
The 2026 Nissan Frontier continues to deliver more of what buyers want and need from their truck, starting with its responsive, direct-injected 3.8-liter V6 engine. Rated for 310 horsepower and 281 lb-ft of torque, the engine features Idle Stop/Start and is paired to a 9-speed automatic transmission. Active Brake Limited Slip is standard on all grades, with PRO-4X upgrading to an electronic locking differential, to help provide added traction on mixed surfaces.
The Frontier PRO-X and PRO-4X cater to buyers heading past the pavement, with all-terrain tires, Bilstein off-road suspension components, and an even more rugged appearance with over-fenders and Lava Red tow hooks. Frontier PRO-4X adds Intelligent Around View® Monitor4 with Off-Road Mode viewing function, which can be used while driving at up to 12 mph for improved visibility when off-roading.
Frontier sports a trailering rating of up to 7,150 pounds5. Trailer Sway Control is standard on SV and PRO grades.
All Frontier grades feature standard driver assistance and safety technologies that provide reassurance, including Lane Departure Warning, Blind Spot Warning, Rear Cross Traffic Alert, Rear Parking Sensors, High Beam Assist and Intelligent Cruise Control6 Seamless connectivity is standard, too, with a standard 8-inch and optional 12.3-inch (SV, PRO grades) touchscreen infotainment system, Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ (wireless, SV and PRO grades), and up to four USB ports.
Full specifications, features and options can be found in the 2026 Nissan Frontier specification sheet.
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- Parts and accessories installed by Roush on the Frontier PRO-4X R are sold separately by Roush and are not designed, manufactured, tested, or warranted for safety or quality by Nissan. Contact Roush or your Roush-certified Nissan Dealer for Roush's warranty details.
- All prices are Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). MSRP excludes destination and handling charges, tax, title, license and options. Dealer sets actual price.
- Remote Engine Start System to be used only in accordance with laws or rules in effect in your vehicle's location.
- Driver-assist and safety features have limitations which affect how they function in certain situations. The driver must never rely exclusively on any vehicle feature to warn about, prevent, or lessen the severity of a collision. It is the driver's responsibility to always be in control, monitor the surroundings, and safely operate the vehicle. Read your vehicle's Owner's Manual for further information.
- Towing varies by configuration. 7,150 lb. trailering rating for Frontier S King Cab 4x2. See Nissan Towing Guide and Owner's Manual for additional information. Always secure cargo.
- Driver-assist and safety features have limitations which affect how they function in certain situations. The driver must never rely exclusively on any vehicle feature to warn about, prevent, or lessen the severity of a collision. It is the driver's responsibility to always be in control, monitor the surroundings, and safely operate the vehicle. Read your vehicle's Owner's Manual for further information.
