Trim Report

Nissan Frontier Desert Runner2018

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

Sourced from 27 active dealer listings as of

Min $8,498
Max $23,994
From $8,498
Fresh

Desert Runner Market Overview

All Trims Combined
From$3,200
$3K–$30K
207 listings90,459 avg miles
Desert Runner
From$8,498
27 listings|$8K–$24K
LE
From$4,995
17 listings|$5K–$12K
NISMO
From$1,400
12 listings|$1K–$14K
PRO-4X
From$7,500
5,476 listings|$8K–$62K
Pro-X
From$16,795
1,604 listings|$17K–$48K
S
From$1,250
2,244 listings|$1K–$48K
S/C
From$8,999
3 listings|$9K–$11K
SE
From$1,150
108 listings|$1K–$22K
SL
From$2,300
206 listings|$2K–$48K
SV
From$1,400
9,589 listings|$1K–$66K
XE
From$1,050
49 listings|$1K–$15K

2018 Nissan Frontier Desert Runner Pricing

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Where to Find Nissan Frontier Desert Runner

Location data for all 2018 Nissan Frontier trims combined

43States

Texas has the most inventory at 14%, with options spread across 43 states. Willing to ship? Your selection opens up significantly.

Nissan Frontier Safety & Reliability

Safety data for all 2018 Nissan Frontier trims

Low Concern

Federal safety data shows 0 recalls and 25 complaints for the 2018 Nissan Frontier, a low safety profile overall. Check the known issues section below for the most common problem areas.

0
Recalls
25
Complaints
0
Crashes
0
Fires

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

Of 25 issues reported over 1 model years, electrical system problems are the most common for the 2018 Nissan Frontier. A pre-purchase inspection should focus here first.

01Electrical System4
02Suspension3
03Air Bags2
04Power Train2
05Unknown Or Other2
25 total across 1 model years (2018–2018)Full data at NHTSA.gov
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Nissan Frontier Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 2018 Nissan Frontier trims

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

The 2018 Nissan Frontier delivers 17 to 21 MPG combined across 8 powertrain combinations. If fuel cost matters to you, pay attention to engine and drivetrain. The spread is significant.

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/yr3/10 Poor
Frontier 2WD - Automatic 5-spd
19mpg
4.0L 6-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
16 city23 hwy~$2,300/yr3/10 Poor
Frontier 2WD - Manual 6-spd
19mpg
4.0L 6-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
16 city22 hwy~$2,300/yr3/10 Poor
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)

Is the Desert Runner Worth It?

Common questions about the 2018 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 2018 overview page.

What should I know about maintaining the 2018 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 electrical system. Check the 2018 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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