2018 Nissan Frontier Specifications Overview

The 2018 Nissan Frontier is certified across 8 configurations with 2.5L 4-Cylinder Engine, 4L 6-Cylinder Engine powertrain options. Available drivetrain layouts include Rear-Wheel Drive, Part-time 4-Wheel Drive paired with Manual 5-spd or Automatic 5-spd or Manual 6-spd. EPA classified under the Small Pickup Trucks 2WD / Small Pickup Trucks 4WD size category.

Engine / Motors
2 Options
2.5L 4-Cylinder Engine, 4L 6-Cylinder Engine
Drivetrain Options
2 Drivetrains
Rear-Wheel Drive, Part-time 4-Wheel Drive
Transmissions
3 Options
Manual 5-spd, Automatic 5-spd
Vehicle Classification
Small Pickup Trucks 2WD
Official EPA regulatory class

Certified Powertrain & Transmission Configurations (8)

Official laboratory certification specifications for each factory engine, transmission, and drivetrain permutation

Configuration / Model Engine & Displacement Cylinders Induction / Tech Transmission Drivetrain Fuel System
Frontier 2WD Small Pickup Trucks 2WD 2.5L 4-Cylinder Engine 4 Naturally Aspirated Manual 5-spd Rear-Wheel Drive Regular
Frontier 2WD Small Pickup Trucks 2WD 2.5L 4-Cylinder Engine 4 Naturally Aspirated Automatic 5-spd Rear-Wheel Drive Regular
Frontier 2WD Small Pickup Trucks 2WD 4L 6-Cylinder Engine 6 Naturally Aspirated Automatic 5-spd Rear-Wheel Drive Regular
Frontier 2WD Small Pickup Trucks 2WD 4L 6-Cylinder Engine 6 Naturally Aspirated Manual 6-spd Rear-Wheel Drive Regular
Frontier 2WD FFV Small Pickup Trucks 2WD 4L 6-Cylinder Engine 6 Naturally Aspirated Automatic 5-spd Rear-Wheel Drive Gasoline or E85
Frontier 4WD Small Pickup Trucks 4WD 4L 6-Cylinder Engine 6 Naturally Aspirated Manual 6-spd Part-time 4-Wheel Drive Regular
Frontier 4WD Small Pickup Trucks 4WD 4L 6-Cylinder Engine 6 Naturally Aspirated Automatic 5-spd Part-time 4-Wheel Drive Regular
Frontier 4WD FFV Small Pickup Trucks 4WD 4L 6-Cylinder Engine 6 Naturally Aspirated Automatic 5-spd Part-time 4-Wheel Drive Gasoline or E85
EPA Certification Standards: Powertrain and transmission specifications represent official laboratory configuration records filed under 40 CFR Part 600. For detailed fuel economy ratings, electric range, and annual fuel costs, explore the 2018 Nissan Frontier MPG & Range Report.

Regulatory Classification & Safety Architecture

Federal classification standards and standard active driver assistance system capabilities

EPA Regulatory Size Class

  • Small Pickup Trucks 2WD
  • Small Pickup Trucks 4WD

NHTSA NCAP Body Formats

  • 2018 Nissan Frontier Crew Cab PU/CC AWD
  • 2018 Nissan Frontier King Cab PU/EC AWD
  • 2018 Nissan Frontier Crew Cab PU/CC RWD
  • 2018 Nissan Frontier King Cab PU/EC RWD

Active Safety Technology

Evaluated under federal safety compliance standards.

Related Official Reports for 2018 Nissan Frontier

Cross-reference fuel economy, safety ratings, owner defect complaints, and recall notices

Official US Government Data Provenance

Powertrain, transmission, drivetrain, and regulatory classification specifications on this page are derived directly from the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) official laboratory certification registries.

Local Production Store Compiled: August 2026 • Deterministic Audited Dataset • Zero Dynamic External API Runtime Latency.