Trim Report

Nissan Frontier Desert Runner2022

Includes:FRONTI|Desert Runner
$8,498
Starting From
27
Active Listings
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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$10,480
$10K–$40K
732 listings51,913 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

2022 Nissan Frontier Desert Runner Pricing

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Where to Find Nissan Frontier Desert Runner

Location data for all 2022 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 2022 Nissan Frontier trims

Elevated

The 2022 Nissan Frontier's elevated safety profile includes 2 recall campaigns and 107 owner-reported complaints. Make recall verification part of your pre-purchase checklist.

2
Recalls
107
Complaints
11
Crashes
3
Fires
Recall Findings
21V9580002021-09-12
SEAT BELTS:CRITICAL FASTENERS

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2022 Frontier vehicles. The seat belt bracket mounting bolts on the left-rear seat may have been incorrectly tightened. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 207, "Seating Systems," 209, "Seatbelt Assemblies," and 210, "Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages."

During a crash, a loose seat belt bracket may break, causing a loss of seat belt restraint and increasing the risk of injury.

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21V9170002021-22-11
TRAILER HITCHES

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2022 Frontier Crew Cab Long Bed trucks. The tow hitch was not installed, compromising the structural integrity of the fuel tank in the event of a rear crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 301, "Fuel System Integrity."

During a crash, the leaf spring could contact the fuel tank, causing a fuel leak and increasing the risk of a fire or injury.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 2022 Nissan Frontier has accumulated 107 NHTSA complaints over 1 years, with power train leading the pack. Know what to look for before you buy.

01Power Train14
02Unknown Or Other10
03Electrical System6
04Seats6
05Forward Collision Avoidance6
107 total across 1 model years (2022–2022)Full data at NHTSA.gov
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Nissan Frontier Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 2022 Nissan Frontier trims

19–20mpg combined
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17-18city
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21-24hwy
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$2,200-$2,300/yr

With 2 configurations tested, the 2022 Nissan Frontier ranges from 19 to 20 MPG combined. That's a 1 MPG gap that can add up to hundreds of dollars a year in fuel costs.

By Trim
Frontier 2WD - Automatic (S9)
20mpg
3.8L 6-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
18 city24 hwy~$2,200/yr4/10 Average
Frontier 4WD - Automatic (S9)
19mpg
3.8L 6-cyl · Part-time 4-Wheel Drive
17 city21 hwy~$2,300/yr4/10 Average

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

Desert Runner Trim Buyer Questions

What to know about the 2022 Nissan Frontier Desert Runner

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

with 27 listings tracked, the Desert Runner sits in a specific spot in the 2022 Nissan Frontier lineup. Compare pricing across all trims on the 2022 Nissan Frontier page.

What should I know about maintaining the 2022 Nissan Frontier Desert Runner?

Budget for standard Desert Runner maintenance plus any trim-specific items. The 2022 has 2 recalls on file. Review the known issues on the model year page for areas to inspect before purchasing.

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

The best model year for the Nissan Frontier Desert Runner comes down to the price-to-mileage ratio. Compare all years on the Nissan Frontier overview.

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