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Nissan Frontier: Rugged refresh for 2025

Nissan PRO-4X. [Credit: All images courtesy of Nissan]

 

 

The Nissan Frontier levels up for 2025 with a fresh design and enhanced capabilities. This "right-sized" pickup adds more towing capacity, greater availability of long-bed configuration, a larger infotainment screen, and increased standard safety tech -- plus, it just looks ready to rumble.

Nissan says the enhancements to Frontier are driven by customer feedback and the company's efforts to ensure the truck delivers more of what drivers desire. Trim models are S, SV, PRO-X, PRO-4X, and SL.

Frontier continues to deliver on the effortless utility buyers look for in a midsize truck, starting with its responsive, direct-injected 3.8-L V6 engine and 9-speed automatic transmission. Rated for 310 hp and 281 lb-ft of torque, the engine features Idle Stop/Start. Active Brake Limited Slip is standard on all grades, with PRO-4X upgrading to an electronic locking differential, to help provide added traction on mixed surfaces.

The PRO-X and PRO-4X cater to buyers heading beyond, with all-terrain tires, Bilstein off-road suspension components, an even more rugged appearance with over-fenders, and Lava Red tow hooks.

To securely carry almost whatever drivers need, Frontier offers a Utili-Track system for its bed with adjustable tie-down cleats and an available spray-in bedliner. The bed also has an available 120-V power outlet.

The 2025 Frontier's new look builds on its tough, squared-off appearance with a revised front fascia, grille, and bumper design; a new tailgate finisher for PRO-X/PRO-4X; redesigned dashboard trim; a new 17-in. alloy wheel design; and the introduction of a new Afterburn Orange paint. These enhancements further highlight Frontier's ability "to work hard and play hard."

Listening to customer feedback, Nissan made multiple functional revisions that make using Frontier more convenient. A telescopic-adjusting steering wheel is newly standard on all grades, while a four-way power passenger seat becomes standard on the PRO-X/PRO-4X and SL grades. On SV grades and higher, the six-way power driver's seat now adds two-way power lumbar.

SV grades and higher add a 12.3-in. touchscreen infotainment system so drivers can more effectively and easily use on-screen functions. This year the system adds wireless Android Auto connectivity, in addition to wireless Apple CarPlay, enabling for compatible smartphone mirroring without plugging in a USB cord.

All Frontier grades now come with a standard sliding rear window and a sunglasses holder in the overhead console as standard. SV models now have standard 17-in. alloy wheels. On SL grades, a wireless phone charger, Intelligent Around View Monitor, and a four-way power passenger seat are also standard.

The 2025 Frontier expands availability of the Crew Cab long-wheelbase configuration to SV, PRO-4X, and SL grades. With a 6-ft bed, this caters to Frontier drivers looking to carry larger loads, whether for the job site or weekend hobbies.

Frontier also boasts an increased maximum trailering capacity for 2025 of up to 7,150 lb, enabling more work and adventure. Towing capacities increase by around 500 lb on all grades and configurations compared to the 2024 Frontier.

For the many Frontier PRO-4X drivers who venture into rugged terrain, enhancements to the Intelligent Around View Monitor make the camera system even more effective. The Off-Road Mode viewing function can now be used while driving at up to 12 mph, covering a greater range of typical technical off-road speeds and helping drivers spot obstacles.

Numerous driver assistance and safety technologies are now standard across all grades. These include Lane Departure Warning, Blind Spot Warning, Rear Cross Traffic Alert, Rear Parking Sensors, High Beam Assist, and Intelligent Cruise Control. Frontier SL also features Traffic Sign Recognition.

Finally, Frontier SL brings a more plush, highly equipped option, with features including leather-appointed front and rear seating, a heated leather-wrapped steering wheel, LED exterior lighting, and a Fender Premium Audio system with 10 speakers.

The refreshed 2025 Nissan Frontier reaches Nissan dealerships later this summer. Pricing will be announced closer to the on-sale date. Starting price should be $32,000 to $34,000.

Learn more at nissanusa.com/vehicles/future-concept/2025-frontier.html.

Source: Nissan

Published September 2024

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