Where there's room on price
60
/ 100 (strong)
Approx. 51 days of national supply and the median listing asks approx. 8% above the typical asking price at typical mileage — strong leverage to negotiate.
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2016 Nissan Frontier Price: Typical Asking Price & MSRP
A mileage-adjusted read of comparable active listings—not a quote for a specific VIN, trim, condition, or location.
Typical asking price
$14,857
Inside the middle half of current listings.
Price intelligence
A map of today's market
Typical asking price is in the typical market range
$7,800$25,999
- Typical market range
- $13,373–$19,023
- Typical asking price
- $14,857
- Original MSRP range
- $24,050–$34,360
Middle 50% of active listings
At typical mileage
5 sourced trims when new
Buyer context
Market pulse
What this means for you. It's market data, not a price for a specific car.
National supply
51
days of supply
Balanced market
Supply and demand are roughly balanced for the 2016 Nissan Frontier.
Estimated dealer cost (invoice)
$22,126–$23,088
Estimated dealer invoice — about $24,050 MSRP minus a typical 4–8% manufacturer margin.
An estimate, not a sourced figure. Actual dealer invoice varies with manufacturer incentives, holdback, and regional pricing.
Typical asking price by trim
| Trim | Typical asking (at typical mileage) | MSRP | Est. dealer cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| S | $12,285 | $24,050 | $22,126–$23,088 |
| SV | $15,069 | $27,960 | $25,723–$26,842 |
| Desert Runner | $16,785 | $25,740 | $23,681–$24,710 |
| PRO-4X | $17,818 | $32,340 | $29,753–$31,046 |
| SL | $20,314 | $34,360 | $31,611–$32,986 |
Trim comparison
How each trim is priced
Estimated dealer cost Original MSRP Typical asking price
Trim
$10,519$23,323$36,126
Typical askingS
$12,285
S: typical asking price $12,285, original MSRP $24,050, estimated dealer cost $22,126 to $23,088.
SV
$15,069
SV: typical asking price $15,069, original MSRP $27,960, estimated dealer cost $25,723 to $26,842.
Desert Runner
$16,785
Desert Runner: typical asking price $16,785, original MSRP $25,740, estimated dealer cost $23,681 to $24,710.
PRO-4X
$17,818
PRO-4X: typical asking price $17,818, original MSRP $32,340, estimated dealer cost $29,753 to $31,046.
SL
$20,314
SL: typical asking price $20,314, original MSRP $34,360, estimated dealer cost $31,611 to $32,986.
All marks use the same price scale. Dealer cost is an estimate; original MSRP and typical asking price are shown for context, not as a guarantee of a particular vehicle’s price.
Out-the-door price by state
Out-the-door for a 2016 Nissan Frontier runs about $15,168 in MT to $16,868 in NJ — the typical asking price plus state tax, title, registration, and a typical dealer doc fee.
| State | Sales/use tax | Doc + title + reg | Out-the-door |
|---|---|---|---|
| CA | $1,077 | $110+ | $16,044 |
| TX | $929 | $332 | $16,118 |
| FL | $891 | $1,074+ | $16,822 |
| NY | $594 | $371 | $15,822 |
| PA | $891 | $587 | $16,335 |
| IL | $929 | $683 | $16,469 |
| OH | $854 | $444 | $16,155 |
| GA | $1,040 | $637 | $16,534 |
| NC | $446 | $793 | $16,096 |
| WA | $966 | $215+ | $16,038 |
| OR | $0 | $525 | $15,382 |
Estimates using each state's base tax rate. Local (city/county) taxes can add 1–3% in many areas, dealer doc fees vary, and some states base registration on vehicle value or weight (shown with a "+"). Trade-in tax credits are not included.
Out-the-door price by state: California, Texas, Florida, New York, Pennsylvania, Illinois, Ohio, Georgia, North Carolina, Washington, Oregon
Safety & recalls
1 open NHTSA recall on record for the 2016 Nissan Frontier.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FRONT UNDERHOOD
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2016 Frontier V6 vehicles manufactured February 29, 2016, to March 7, 2016. The starter motor wire harness may have been installed in an incorrect position, allowing the starter harness terminal to contact the heat shield and result in an electrical short.
Remedy: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and reposition the starter wire harness, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on April 13, 2016. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261.
Campaign 16V181000 · 31/03/2016
Source: NHTSA. Contact your dealer to schedule a free recall repair.
Questions buyers ask
What is the typical asking price for a 2016 Nissan Frontier?
Used 2016 Nissan Frontier listings ask about $14,857 at typical mileage, with most listings between $13,373 and $19,023. That is what sellers are asking, not what buyers pay.
Is the 2016 Nissan Frontier cheaper than MSRP?
Yes — its original MSRP was about $24,050, so the typical asking price for a used one is roughly $9,193 below MSRP.
What is the out-the-door price of a 2016 Nissan Frontier?
Out-the-door (price plus state tax, title, registration, and a typical doc fee) runs about $15,168 in MT to $16,868 in NJ, depending on your state. Local taxes can add more.
Is now a good time to buy a 2016 Nissan Frontier?
There are about 51 days of national market supply for the 2016 Nissan Frontier — Supply and demand are roughly balanced for the 2016 Nissan Frontier.
Is the listed price on a 2016 Nissan Frontier fair?
Not always. 2016 Nissan Frontier listings typically ask about $15,995, roughly 8% above the typical asking price at typical mileage, $14,857. Compare any listing against that figure, and get the dealer's out-the-door price in writing, because tax and fees are added on top of the listed price.
What does the dealer pay for a 2016 Nissan Frontier?
The estimated dealer cost (invoice) is roughly $22,126–$23,088 — its $24,050 MSRP minus a typical 4–8% margin. An estimate; actual invoice varies.
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Prices are computed from live market listings, adjusted for mileage, and aggregated by trim · updated 10/27/2026. Estimates only; your price depends on condition, options, and location.