Trim Report

Nissan Frontier Desert Runner2017

Includes:FRONTI|Desert Runner
$8,498
Starting From
27
Active Listings
Avg Mileage

Sourced from 27 active dealer listings as of

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2017 Nissan Frontier Desert Runner Pricing

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Where to Find Nissan Frontier Desert Runner

Location data for all 2017 Nissan Frontier trims combined

43States

The biggest cluster of inventory is in Texas (14%), but the remaining listings are spread across 42 other states nationwide.

Nissan Frontier Safety & Reliability

Safety data for all 2017 Nissan Frontier trims

High Concern

With 0 recalls and 37 complaints, the 2017 Nissan Frontier rates as high on the safety concern scale. Always run the VIN through NHTSA's lookup tool before signing.

0
Recalls
37
Complaints
4
Crashes
1
Fires

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 2017 Nissan Frontier's biggest weak point? FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM. It leads 37 total complaints spanning 1 years. Budget for a thorough pre-purchase inspection, especially in that area.

01Fuel/propulsion System10
02Electrical System4
03Air Bags4
04Unknown Or Other4
05Power Train3
37 total across 1 model years (2017–2017)Full data at NHTSA.gov
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Nissan Frontier Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 2017 Nissan Frontier trims

17–21mpg combined
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15-19city
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21-23hwy
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$2,100-$2,600/yr

Fuel economy for the 2017 Nissan Frontier ranges from 17 to 21 MPG combined across 8 setups. The table below breaks it down by trim so you know exactly what you're signing up for.

By Trim
Frontier 2WD - Manual 5-spd
21mpg
2.5L 4-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
19 city23 hwy~$2,100/yr4/10 Average
Frontier 2WD - Automatic 5-spd
19mpg
2.5L 4-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
17 city22 hwy~$2,300/yr4/10 Average
Frontier 2WD - Automatic 5-spd
19mpg
4.0L 6-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
16 city23 hwy~$2,300/yr4/10 Average
Frontier 2WD - Manual 6-spd
19mpg
4.0L 6-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
16 city22 hwy~$2,300/yr4/10 Average
Frontier 2WD FFV - Automatic 5-spd
18mpg
4.0L 6-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
16 city22 hwy~$2,450/yr3/10 Poor
Frontier 4WD - Manual 6-spd
18mpg
4.0L 6-cyl · Part-time 4-Wheel Drive
16 city21 hwy~$2,450/yr3/10 Poor
Frontier 4WD - Automatic 5-spd
17mpg
4.0L 6-cyl · Part-time 4-Wheel Drive
15 city21 hwy~$2,600/yr3/10 Poor
Frontier 4WD FFV - Automatic 5-spd
17mpg
4.0L 6-cyl · Part-time 4-Wheel Drive
15 city21 hwy~$2,600/yr3/10 Poor

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Desert Runner Trim Buyer Questions

What to know about the 2017 Nissan Frontier Desert Runner

How does the Desert Runner compare to other Nissan Frontier trims?

The Desert Runner occupies a distinct position in the Nissan Frontier range. See how it stacks up on the 2017 overview page.

What should I know about maintaining the 2017 Nissan Frontier Desert Runner?

Maintenance costs for the Desert Runner align with the broader Nissan Frontier ownership experience, though trim-specific equipment can add to routine costs. The most-reported issue area is fuel/propulsion system. Check the 2017 Nissan Frontier page for the full breakdown.

What are the best years for the Nissan Frontier Desert Runner?

For the Desert Runner, look at the price-to-mileage ratio across model years. Later model years before a redesign tend to be the most refined version of the platform. See the Nissan Frontier buyer's guide.

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