Negotiating leverage
36
moderate leverage / 100
~50 days of national supply and listings typically ~1% above fair price — moderate negotiating leverage.
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2021 Nissan Frontier Price: Fair Market Value & MSRP
A mileage-adjusted read of comparable active listings—not a quote for a specific VIN, trim, condition, or location.
Fair market price
$22,987
Inside the middle half of current listings.
Price intelligence
A map of today's market
Fair price is in the typical market range
$10,999$31,450
- Typical market range
- $19,599–$25,976
- Ridekick fair price
- $22,987
- Original MSRP range
- $27,190–$37,790
Middle 50% of active listings
Mileage-adjusted estimate
3 sourced trims when new
Buyer context
Market pulse
Signals to help you frame a conversation—not a promise about a particular vehicle or dealer.
National supply
50
days of supply
Balanced market
Supply and demand are roughly balanced for the 2021 Nissan Frontier.
Estimated dealer cost (invoice)
$25,015–$26,102
Estimated dealer invoice — about $27,190 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 | $19,296 | $27,190 | $25,015–$26,102 |
| SV | $23,318 | $29,100 | $26,772–$27,936 |
| PRO-4X | $26,523 | $37,790 | $34,767–$36,278 |
Trim comparison
How each trim is priced
Estimated dealer cost Original MSRP Fair price
Trim
$17,816$28,543$39,270
Fair priceS
$19,296
S: fair price $19,296, original MSRP $27,190, estimated dealer cost $25,015 to $26,102.
SV
$23,318
SV: fair price $23,318, original MSRP $29,100, estimated dealer cost $26,772 to $27,936.
PRO-4X
$26,523
PRO-4X: fair price $26,523, original MSRP $37,790, estimated dealer cost $34,767 to $36,278.
All marks use the same price scale. Dealer cost is an estimate; original MSRP and fair 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 2021 Nissan Frontier runs about $23,099 in MT to $25,325 in NJ — fair price plus state tax, title, registration, and a typical dealer doc fee.
| State | Sales/use tax | Doc + title + reg | Out-the-door |
|---|---|---|---|
| CA | $1,652 | $110+ | $24,550 |
| TX | $1,424 | $332 | $24,544 |
| FL | $1,367 | $1,074+ | $25,229 |
| NY | $912 | $371 | $24,071 |
| PA | $1,367 | $587 | $24,742 |
| IL | $1,424 | $683 | $24,895 |
| OH | $1,310 | $444 | $24,542 |
| GA | $1,595 | $637 | $25,020 |
| NC | $684 | $793 | $24,265 |
| WA | $1,481 | $215+ | $24,484 |
| OR | $0 | $525 | $23,313 |
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 2021 Nissan Frontier.
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Frontier and Titan vehicles. The transmission parking pawl may not engage when the vehicle is shifted into park, which can result in a vehicle rollaway.
Remedy: Owners are advised to apply the parking brake every time they park their vehicle. Dealers will replace the transmission parking pawl pin, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 2022. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is R22A2 R22A3.
Campaign 22V457000 · 24/06/2022
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Titan, 2020-2022 Frontier, and 2023 Z vehicles. The transmission parking pawl may not engage when the vehicle is shifted into park, which can result in a vehicle rollaway.
Remedy: Owners are advised to apply the parking brake every time they park their vehicle. Dealers will perform the applicable repairs below, free of charge: Model Year 2020-2022 Frontier vehicles: reprogram Transmission Control Module (TCM) Model Year 2020-2022 Titan vehicles: reprogram TCM and Engine Control Module (ECM) Model Year 2023 Titan vehicles: reprogram TCM Model Year 2023 Z vehicles: reprogram TCM. Owner notification letters were mailed October 28, 2022. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669.
Campaign 22V671000 · 07/09/2022
Source: NHTSA. Contact your dealer to schedule a free recall repair.
Questions buyers ask
What is a fair price for a 2021 Nissan Frontier?
A fair, mileage-adjusted price is about $22,987, within a typical market range of $19,599 to $25,976.
Is the 2021 Nissan Frontier cheaper than MSRP?
Yes — its original MSRP was about $27,190, so a fair used price is roughly $4,203 below MSRP.
What is the out-the-door price of a 2021 Nissan Frontier?
Out-the-door (price plus state tax, title, registration, and a typical doc fee) runs about $23,099 in MT to $25,325 in NJ, depending on your state. Local taxes can add more.
Is now a good time to buy a 2021 Nissan Frontier?
There are about 50 days of national market supply for the 2021 Nissan Frontier — Supply and demand are roughly balanced for the 2021 Nissan Frontier.
How much can you negotiate on a 2021 Nissan Frontier?
Negotiating leverage rates 36/100 (moderate). ~50 days of national supply and listings typically ~1% above fair price — moderate negotiating leverage.
What does the dealer pay for a 2021 Nissan Frontier?
The estimated dealer cost (invoice) is roughly $25,015–$26,102 — its $27,190 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 9/15/2026. Estimates only; your price depends on condition, options, and location.