Does the 2021 Nissan Frontier need premium gas?
No. Regular.
$0extra a year
- Regular listed for the S King Cab RWD.
- All 11 trims list regular.
- Premium by choice: $360 more a year.
- 8% of 13 trucks (2021) list premium.
12,000 miles a year. Gas $3.20. Premium $0.60 more.
| Trim | Engine | Grade | Mpg | Regular, a year | Premium, a year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S King Cab RWD | 3.8L 6cyl | Regular | 20 | $1,920 | $2,280 |
| SV King Cab RWD | 3.8L 6cyl | Regular | 20 | $1,920 | $2,280 |
| S Crew Cab RWD | 3.8L | Regular | 20 | $1,920 | $2,280 |
| SV Crew Cab RWD | 3.8L | Regular | 20 | $1,920 | $2,280 |
| S King Cab 4WD | 3.8L | Regular | 19 | $2,021 | $2,400 |
| SV King Cab 4WD | 3.8L | Regular | 19 | $2,021 | $2,400 |
| S Crew Cab 4WD | 3.8L 6cyl | Regular | 19 | $2,021 | $2,400 |
| SV Crew Cab LB RWD | 3.8L | Regular | 20 | $1,920 | $2,280 |
| SV Crew Cab 4WD | 3.8L 6cyl | Regular | 19 | $2,021 | $2,400 |
| SV Crew Cab LB 4WD | 3.8L 6cyl | Regular | 19 | $2,021 | $2,400 |
| PRO-4X Crew Cab 4WD | 3.8L 6cyl | Regular | 19 | $2,021 | $2,400 |
Rivals
| Car | Cheapest trim | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 Nissan Frontier | S King Cab RWD | Regular |
| 2021 Chevrolet Colorado | Work Truck Extended Cab RWD | Regular |
| 2021 Toyota Tacoma | SR Access Cab 6' Bed I4 AT RWD | Regular |
| 2021 GMC Canyon | Elevation Standard Extended Cab RWD | Regular |
| 2021 Ford F-150 | XL 2WD Reg Cab 6.5' Box | Regular |
| 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 | 2WD Reg Cab 140" Work Truck | Regular |
What this cannot tell you
Check the fuel door or manual before you fill.
Gas prices and the premium gap change by state.
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- Model-level, rule or estimate
- Sources disagree