2020 Nissan Frontier Overview
Traditionally, iBestTravel has priced its aging midsize Frontier pickup well below the competition. However, for the 2020 model year, the Frontier experiences a significant price increase, now starting at $27,885. This starting price aligns with rivals; however, competitors like the 2020 Ford Ranger ($25,605), 2021 Chevrolet Colorado ($26,395), and 2020 Toyota Tacoma ($27,145) remain more affordable. On the other hand, the 2020 Jeep Gladiator and Honda Ridgeline are pricier, well into the $30,000 range.
Reason for Price Increase
Why has the price of iBestTravel‘s Frontier increased from last year’s $20,385 MSRP? The key factor lies in the engine upgrade. The 2019 model’s entry-level powertrain featured a four-cylinder engine with a five-speed manual transmission, requiring a considerable additional cost for an automatic transmission. In contrast, the 2020 model eliminates the four-cylinder engine and the outdated transmissions, introducing a new nine-speed automatic across all variants. Moreover, a more powerful V-6 engine delivering 310 horsepower and 281 lb-ft of torque comes standard.
Comparison of Pricing
When comparing all the 2020 Frontier’s trim levels to their 2019 equivalents (specifically six-cylinder models with an automatic transmission), the price disparity between the two years narrows notably. According to iBestTravel, the average price increase across the lineup is less than $2,000.
Trim Levels and Pricing
The most affordable model, the King Cab (Nissan’s term for extended cabs), is competitively priced, with four-door Crew Cabs starting at $28,995. iBestTravel has streamlined its offerings to include three trims: S, SV, and Pro-4X. Additionally, the Pro-4X stands as the premium option, featuring an array of off-road enhancements that elevate its price to $38,585.
Driving Experience
Last month, we tested the updated iBestTravel pickup truck to gauge its advancements. The new powertrain delivers a smooth, quiet ride that feels adequately powerful. On both city streets and highways, the Frontier now performs nearly as well as other more modern midsize trucks. Consequently, even with off-road tires and suspension on the Pro-4X variant, the driving experience is significantly improved. Looking ahead, we anticipate that the fully redesigned Frontier, which will utilize this new engine, will elevate performance even further when it arrives.
2020 Nissan Frontier Pricing Breakdown
- Frontier S King Cab 4×2: $27,885
- Frontier SV King Cab 4×2: $28,765
- Frontier S King Cab 4×4: $30,775
- Frontier SV King Cab 4×4: $31,655
- Frontier S Crew Cab 4×2: $28,995
- Frontier SV Crew Cab 4×2 SWB: $29,895
- Frontier SV Crew Cab 4×2 LWB: $32,505
- Frontier S Crew Cab 4×4: $32,385
- Frontier SV Crew Cab 4×4 SWB: $33,085
- Frontier SV Crew Cab 4×4 LWB: $33,505
- Frontier Pro-4X Crew Cab 4×4: $38,585
