The 2018 Nissan Frontier is the ideal truck for drivers who are on the lookout for a vehicle that offers impressive power and handling. With the new Frontier, you can tackle just about any job without sacrificing comfort thanks to a variety of cutting-edge features. To learn more about the towing capacity of the 2018 Frontier, let’s take a closer look at each trim level.
What You Need to Know About the Nissan Frontier Trims
S 4-Cylinder King Cab
The base S 4-Cylinder King Cab is equipped with a 2.5L 4-cylinder engine that generates 152 horsepower and 171 Ib.-ft. of torque when paired with a five-speed manual transmission. It’s capable of towing up to 3,760 pounds and features forward-facing rear flip-up seats, a full length boxed frame, and a RearView Monitor.
SV 4-Cylinder King Cab
While same 2.5L 4-cylinder engine of the S 4-Cylinder King Cab trim also powers the SV 4-Cylinder King Cab, it’s furnished with several features not standard on the S 4-Cylinder King Cab. These features include remote keyless entry and SiriusXM Radio with 3-month complimentary trial access.
SV V6 King Cab
On the SV V6 King Cab, you can expect a 4.0L V6 engine that produces 261 horsepower and 281 Ib.-ft. of torque. In addition to a more powerful engine, this trim offers a greater maximum towing capacity of 6,710 pounds as well as standard bed rail caps.
Desert Runner V6 King Cab
The Desert Runner V6 King Cab can also tow up to 6,710 pounds and includes all of the features on the SV V6 King Cab plus Bilstein shocks, white-faced gauges, and Desert Runner cloth seat trim.
PRO-4X V6 King Cab
If you opt for the PRO-4X V6 King Cab, you’ll find that it offers the same features as the SV V6 King Cab and a maximum towing capacity of up to 6,450 pounds. Bilstein shocks, skid plates, and an electronic locking differential are also standard on this trim.
Contact the Nissan Experts at Greenville Nissan Today
If you have any questions regarding the Nissan Frontier towing capacity or any features on this truck, don’t hesitate to reach out to Greenville Nissan today. You can also browse through our inventory of 2018 Frontier trucks.


