Real price data
What should you pay for a 2016 Nissan Frontier?
Original MSRP
$21,460
When new
Fair market price
$14,764
Mileage-adjusted
Below MSRP
$6,696
A fair used price
Where prices land
25th $12,990 · 75th $17,998 · MSRP $21,460
Spread of current 2016 Nissan Frontier listings · 25th–75th percentile marked.
Negotiating leverage
51
out of 100
moderate leverage
~46 days of national supply — moderate negotiating leverage.
Ridekick's negotiating-leverage score blends national Market Day Supply with how far listings sit above the mileage-adjusted fair price. Higher means more room to negotiate.
Market demand & negotiating leverage
46days of supply
Balanced marketSupply and demand are roughly balanced for the 2016 Nissan Frontier.
National Market Day Supply — how long it would take to sell the current used 2016 Nissan Frontier inventory at the recent sales rate (lower means it sells faster). Source: MarketCheck.
Estimated dealer cost (invoice)
$19,743–$20,602
Estimated dealer invoice — about $21,460 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.
Fair price by trim
| Trim | Fair price | MSRP | Est. dealer cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| S | $11,300 | $21,460 | $19,743–$20,602 |
| Desert Runner | $14,783 | $25,840 | $23,773–$24,806 |
| SV | $15,108 | $28,460 | $26,183–$27,322 |
| PRO-4X | $18,689 | $32,690 | $30,075–$31,382 |
| sl | — | $35,510 | $32,669–$34,090 |
- S
- $11,300
- Desert Runner
- $14,783
- SV
- $15,108
- PRO-4X
- $18,689
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.
Frequently asked questions
What is a fair price for a 2016 Nissan Frontier?
A fair, mileage-adjusted price is about $14,764, within a typical market range of $12,990 to $17,998.
Is the 2016 Nissan Frontier cheaper than MSRP?
Yes — its original MSRP was about $21,460, so a fair used price is roughly $6,696 below MSRP.
Is now a good time to buy a 2016 Nissan Frontier?
There are about 46 days of national market supply for the 2016 Nissan Frontier — Supply and demand are roughly balanced for the 2016 Nissan Frontier.
How much can you negotiate on a 2016 Nissan Frontier?
Negotiating leverage rates 51/100 (moderate). ~46 days of national supply — moderate negotiating leverage.
What does the dealer pay for a 2016 Nissan Frontier?
The estimated dealer cost (invoice) is roughly $19,743–$20,602 — its $21,460 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 6/23/2026. Estimates only; your price depends on condition, options, and location.