Where there's room on price
40
/ 100 (moderate)
Approx. 55 days of national supply and the median listing asks approx. 1% above the typical asking price at typical mileage — moderate negotiating leverage.
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2018 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
$17,345
Inside the middle half of current listings.
Price intelligence
A map of today's market
Typical asking price is in the typical market range
$8,950$28,500
- Typical market range
- $14,999–$20,163
- Typical asking price
- $17,345
- Original MSRP range
- $27,330–$36,150
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
55
days of supply
Balanced market
Supply and demand are roughly balanced for the 2018 Nissan Frontier.
Estimated dealer cost (invoice)
$25,144–$26,237
Estimated dealer invoice — about $27,330 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 | $14,246 | $28,840 | $26,533–$27,686 |
| SV | $17,547 | $29,290 | $26,947–$28,118 |
| Desert Runner | $17,707 | $27,330 | $25,144–$26,237 |
| PRO-4X | $20,642 | $33,540 | $30,857–$32,198 |
| sl | — | $36,150 | $33,258–$34,704 |
Trim comparison
How each trim is priced
Estimated dealer cost Original MSRP Typical asking price
Trim
$12,494$25,198$37,902
Typical askingS
$14,246
S: typical asking price $14,246, original MSRP $28,840, estimated dealer cost $26,533 to $27,686.
SV
$17,547
SV: typical asking price $17,547, original MSRP $29,290, estimated dealer cost $26,947 to $28,118.
Desert Runner
$17,707
Desert Runner: typical asking price $17,707, original MSRP $27,330, estimated dealer cost $25,144 to $26,237.
PRO-4X
$20,642
PRO-4X: typical asking price $20,642, original MSRP $33,540, estimated dealer cost $30,857 to $32,198.
sl
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sl: typical asking price not available, original MSRP $36,150, estimated dealer cost $33,258 to $34,704.
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 2018 Nissan Frontier runs about $17,656 in MT to $19,521 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 | $1,258 | $110+ | $18,713 |
| TX | $1,084 | $332 | $18,761 |
| FL | $1,041 | $1,074+ | $19,460 |
| NY | $694 | $371 | $18,410 |
| PA | $1,041 | $587 | $18,973 |
| IL | $1,084 | $683 | $19,112 |
| OH | $997 | $444 | $18,786 |
| GA | $1,214 | $637 | $19,196 |
| NC | $520 | $793 | $18,658 |
| WA | $1,127 | $215+ | $18,687 |
| OR | $0 | $525 | $17,870 |
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
2 open NHTSA recalls on record for the 2018 Nissan Frontier.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2017 Nissan NV200, Sentra, NV3500 Van, NV3500 Bus, NV200 Taxi, NV1500, NV2500 Van, Chevrolet City Express, 2017-2018 Frontier, Versa Note, and Versa Sedan vehicles that have a mechanical (physical) key ignition system. In these models, over time, the weight on the key ring and road conditions or some other jarring event may cause the ignition switch to move out of the run position to the accessory position, turning off the engine.
Remedy: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the production information on the ignition switch, and replace it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began October 1, 2018. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669.
Campaign 18V551000 · 22/08/2018
BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Nissan Altima, Armada, Frontier, Kicks, Leaf, Maxima, Murano, NV, NV200, Pathfinder, Rogue, Rogue Sport, Sentra, Titan, Titan Diesel, Versa Note and Versa Sedan vehicles, as well as Infiniti Q50, Q60, QX30 and QX80 vehicles. Additionally included are 2019 Nissan GT-R and Taxi and Infiniti QX50, QX60, Q70, Q70L vehicles. The back-up camera and display settings can be adjusted such that the rear view image is no longer visible and the system will retain that setting the next time the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Remedy: Nissan will notify owners in phases, having dealers update the back-up camera settings software, free of charge. The recall began November 11, 2019 and all affected VINs should be activated. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669 or INFINITI customer service at 1-800-662-6200.
Campaign 19V654000 · 12/09/2019
Source: NHTSA. Contact your dealer to schedule a free recall repair.
Questions buyers ask
What is the typical asking price for a 2018 Nissan Frontier?
Used 2018 Nissan Frontier listings ask about $17,345 at typical mileage, with most listings between $14,999 and $20,163. That is what sellers are asking, not what buyers pay.
Is the 2018 Nissan Frontier cheaper than MSRP?
Yes — its original MSRP was about $27,330, so the typical asking price for a used one is roughly $9,985 below MSRP.
What is the out-the-door price of a 2018 Nissan Frontier?
Out-the-door (price plus state tax, title, registration, and a typical doc fee) runs about $17,656 in MT to $19,521 in NJ, depending on your state. Local taxes can add more.
Is now a good time to buy a 2018 Nissan Frontier?
There are about 55 days of national market supply for the 2018 Nissan Frontier — Supply and demand are roughly balanced for the 2018 Nissan Frontier.
Is the listed price on a 2018 Nissan Frontier fair?
Not always. 2018 Nissan Frontier listings typically ask about $17,495, roughly 1% above the typical asking price at typical mileage, $17,345. 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 2018 Nissan Frontier?
The estimated dealer cost (invoice) is roughly $25,144–$26,237 — its $27,330 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.