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2024 Nissan Frontier: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The main change for the 2024 Nissan Frontier is the addition of the comfort-focused SL Crew Cab trim. Otherwise, this is a quiet carryover year with no broad redesign or major mechanical, safety, or technology update.
About the 2024 Nissan Frontier
3rd generation (2022-2024), third model year and last year before the 2025 mid-cycle refresh
Nissan presents the Frontier as a traditional midsize pickup for hauling, towing, commuting, road trips, and outdoor travel. Its identity centers on a standard naturally aspirated V6, a fully boxed frame, straightforward controls, useful cab-and-bed configurations, and genuine 4WD hardware on applicable models. Compared with more complex turbocharged rivals, the Frontier emphasizes familiar truck operation, strong V6 response, and a range spanning basic work use, everyday comfort, and factory off-road capability.
The 2024 Frontier ranges from the practical S and flexible SV to two more specialized PRO models and the new comfort-focused SL. The rear-wheel-drive PRO-X adds Bilstein shocks and a 9-inch navigation touchscreen, while the PRO-4X pairs those features with low-range 4WD, a locking rear differential, and skid plates for trail use. The SL stands out with leather-appointed seats, heated front seats and steering wheel, a moonroof, Fender audio, and LED lighting.
What changed, by category
Trim lineup
The Crew Cab-only SL joined the lineup as a premium-comfort trim. It combines leather-appointed seats, heated front seats and steering wheel, a power moonroof, Fender 10-speaker audio, LED exterior lighting, remote start, a 9-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay, and integrated bed utility equipment.
2024 Nissan Frontier specs and features by trim
| Feature | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | V6, 3.8 Liter | V6, 3.8 Liter | V6, 3.8 Liter | V6, 3.8 Liter | V6, 3.8 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, 9-Spd | Automatic, 9-Spd | Automatic, 9-Spd | Automatic, 9-Spd | Automatic, 9-Spd |
| Drivetrain | 2WD / 4WD | 4WD | 2WD / 4WD | 2WD | 4WD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 18 mpg | 18 mpg | 18 mpg | 18 mpg | 18 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 24 mpg | 24 mpg | 24 mpg | 24 mpg | 22 mpg |
| Horsepower | 310 hp | 310 hp | 310 hp | 310 hp | 310 hp |
| Torque | 281 lb-ft | 281 lb-ft | 281 lb-ft | 281 lb-ft | 281 lb-ft |
| Max Towing | 6350–6640 lb | 6300 lb | 6390–6640 lb | 6410 lb | 6170 lb |
| Rear Legroom | 26.2–33.2 in | 33.2 in | 26.2–33.2 in | 33.2 in | 33.2 in |
| Seats | 4–5 | 5 | 4–5 | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 2–4 | 4 | 2–4 | 4 | 4 |
| Alarm System | |||||
| Automatic Emergency Braking | |||||
| Blindspot Sensors | |||||
| Hill Descent Control | |||||
| Lane Departure Warning | |||||
| Rear View Camera | |||||
| 360 Camera | |||||
| Alloy Wheels | |||||
| Fog Lights | |||||
| Heated Mirrors | |||||
| LED Headlights | |||||
| Power Moonroof | |||||
| Power Mirrors | |||||
| Rear Spoiler | |||||
| Side Steps | |||||
| Tow Hooks | |||||
| Navigation System | |||||
| Premium Audio | |||||
| Satellite Radio | |||||
| Smartphone Interface | |||||
| Subwoofer | |||||
| Touch Screen Monitor | |||||
| Auto-Dimming Interior Mirror | |||||
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | |||||
| Heated Front Seats | |||||
| Heated Steering Wheel | |||||
| Integrated Garage Door Opener | |||||
| Leather Seats | |||||
| Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel | |||||
| Power Driver Seat | |||||
| Proximity Keyless Entry | |||||
| Push-Button Engine Start | |||||
| Remote Start | |||||
| Tilt Wheel | |||||
Frequently asked questions
What changed on the 2024 Nissan Frontier compared with the 2023 model?
The main change is the addition of the Crew Cab-only SL trim. The rest of the lineup carries over without a broad powertrain, styling, safety, technology, chassis, or suspension update.
What is the 2024 Nissan Frontier SL?
The 2024 Frontier SL is a new comfort-focused Crew Cab trim. It has leather-appointed seats, heated front seats and steering wheel, a moonroof, Fender 10-speaker audio, LED lighting, remote start, and integrated bed hardware as standard equipment.
Did the 2024 Nissan Frontier get a new engine or transmission?
No. Every 2024 Frontier uses the same 310-horsepower 3.8-liter V6 and nine-speed automatic transmission, with no broad powertrain hardware change for this model year.
Was the 2024 Nissan Frontier redesigned?
No. The 2024 Frontier remains part of the third generation introduced for 2022, and it did not receive a major styling, chassis, or cabin redesign.
How do the 2024 Frontier PRO-X and PRO-4X differ?
The 2024 PRO-X is the rear-wheel-drive, road-focused PRO model, while the PRO-4X is built for trail use. The PRO-4X adds low-range 4WD, an electronic locking rear differential, hill-descent control, and multiple skid plates.
2024 Nissan Frontier Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2024 Nissan Frontier.
4.0
2024 Nissan Frontier
(165 reviews)
“It's a nice truck for the price, with plenty of power for its size. It gets good gas mileage and appointed quite nicely.”
“Satisfactory vehicle at a reasonable price. Still has a V6 (instead of a damn turbo 4). Still has too many electronic nannies, sensors and worthless electronic gee-gaws but not as bad as most of the competition.”