2016 Nissan Frontier MPG, Gas Mileage & Range

2016 Nissan Frontier EPA Fuel Economy Summary

The 2016 Nissan Frontier delivers an EPA-certified 17–21 MPG combined (15–19 city / 21–23 highway depending on engine and drivetrain) across 6 configurations. Estimated annual fuel costs range from $2,950 to $3,600.

Official EPA Fuel Economy Ratings by Configuration (6 Variants)

Laboratory certification test values across engine, transmission, and drivetrain permutations

Configuration / Model	Powertrain	Drivetrain	Transmission	City	Highway	Combined	Annual Fuel Cost	CO2 (g/mi)
Frontier 2WD Regular	2.5L 4-Cyl Gas	Rear-Wheel Drive	Manual 5-spd	19 MPG	23 MPG	21 MPG	$2,950	—
Frontier 2WD Regular	4L 6-Cyl Gas	Rear-Wheel Drive	Manual 6-spd	17 MPG	22 MPG	19 MPG	$3,250	—
Frontier 2WD Regular	2.5L 4-Cyl Gas	Rear-Wheel Drive	Automatic 5-spd	17 MPG	22 MPG	19 MPG	$3,250	—
Frontier 2WD Regular	4L 6-Cyl Gas	Rear-Wheel Drive	Automatic 5-spd	16 MPG	22 MPG	18 MPG	$3,400	—
Frontier 4WD Regular	4L 6-Cyl Gas	Part-time 4-Wheel Drive	Manual 6-spd	16 MPG	21 MPG	18 MPG	$3,400	—
Frontier 4WD Regular	4L 6-Cyl Gas	Part-time 4-Wheel Drive	Automatic 5-spd	15 MPG	21 MPG	17 MPG	$3,600	—

EPA Test Methodology: Fuel economy estimates are determined by vehicle manufacturers in accordance with EPA regulations (40 CFR Part 600) and verified by EPA laboratories. Estimates assume 15,000 miles per year of driving (55% city, 45% highway) at prevailing fuel and electricity prices.

Deterministic Fuel Cost & Consumption Benchmarks

Standardized annual energy consumption and operating cost metrics based on 15,000 annual miles

Fuel Cost per 25 Miles

$4.17–$5.15

Based on $3.50 per gallon regular gasoline

Annual Fuel Consumption

714–882 Gallons

Estimated annual energy units needed for 15,000 miles

5-Year Fuel Cost vs Avg Vehicle

Official EPA Benchmark

Compared to the average new vehicle over 5 years

Related Official Reports for 2016 Nissan Frontier

Cross-reference safety ratings, owner defect complaints, and recall campaigns

← 2016 Nissan Frontier Overview Vehicle summary, specifications, and primary KPI metrics. 2016 Nissan Frontier Safety Ratings → NHTSA 5-Star NCAP crash tests, rollover risk, and active driver assistance. 2016 Nissan Frontier Owner Complaints (43) → NHTSA consumer defect complaint filings by affected component. 2016 Nissan Frontier Safety Recalls (1) → Official safety recall notices, defects, and free repair instructions. 2016 Nissan Frontier Specifications → Certified engine options, transmission variants, and vehicle dimensions.