Trim Report

Nissan Frontier Desert Runner2019

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

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Where to Find Nissan Frontier Desert Runner

Location data for all 2019 Nissan Frontier trims combined

43States

If you're near Texas, you're in luck: 14% of listings are there. But with 43 states represented, there's likely one near you too.

Nissan Frontier Safety & Reliability

Safety data for all 2019 Nissan Frontier trims

Elevated

The 2019 Nissan Frontier's elevated safety profile includes 0 recall campaigns and 27 owner-reported complaints. Make recall verification part of your pre-purchase checklist.

0
Recalls
27
Complaints
1
Crashes
1
Fires

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 2019 Nissan Frontier has accumulated 27 NHTSA complaints over 1 years, with power train leading the pack. Know what to look for before you buy.

01Power Train5
02Air Bags3
03Service Brakes3
04Unknown Or Other2
05Electrical System2
27 total across 1 model years (2019–2019)Full data at NHTSA.gov
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Nissan Frontier Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 2019 Nissan Frontier trims

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

With 8 configurations tested, the 2019 Nissan Frontier ranges from 17 to 21 MPG combined. That's a 4 MPG gap that can add up to hundreds of dollars a year in fuel costs.

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)

2019 Nissan Frontier Desert Runner FAQ

Trim-specific pricing and feature questions

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 2019 overview page.

What should I know about maintaining the 2019 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 power train. Check the 2019 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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