The 2021 Nissan Frontier is certified across 2 configurations with 3.8L 6-Cylinder Engine powertrain options. Available drivetrain layouts include Rear-Wheel Drive, Part-time 4-Wheel Drive paired with Automatic (S9). EPA classified under the Standard Pickup Trucks 2WD / Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD size category.
Official laboratory certification specifications for each factory engine, transmission, and drivetrain permutation
| Configuration / Model | Engine & Displacement | Cylinders | Induction / Tech | Transmission | Drivetrain | Fuel System |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frontier 2WD Standard Pickup Trucks 2WD | 3.8L 6-Cylinder Engine | 6 | Naturally Aspirated | Automatic (S9) | Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular |
| Frontier 4WD Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD | 3.8L 6-Cylinder Engine | 6 | Naturally Aspirated | Automatic (S9) | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | Regular |
Federal classification standards and standard active driver assistance system capabilities
Standard Pickup Trucks 2WD, Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD
2021 Nissan Frontier Crew Cab PU/CC 4WD, 2021 Nissan Frontier Crew Cab PU/CC RWD
Evaluated under federal safety compliance standards.
Cross-reference fuel economy, safety ratings, owner defect complaints, and recall notices
Vehicle summary, key performance indicators, and primary reliability metrics.
EPA certified city/highway fuel economy, electric battery range, and annual fuel costs.
NHTSA 5-Star NCAP crash tests, rollover risk, and active driver assistance.
NHTSA consumer defect complaint filings by affected vehicle component.
Official safety recall notices, defect descriptions, and free dealer remedies.
Direct, deterministic answers synthesized from verified United States government databases for the 2021 Nissan Frontier
The 2021 Nissan Frontier is certified with 3.8L 6-Cylinder engine options across factory configurations.
Certified specifications reflect official EPA emissions and fuel economy filings under 40 CFR Part 600.
Yes. The 2021 Nissan Frontier is available with Rear-Wheel Drive and Part-time 4-Wheel Drive configurations depending on trim package.
Drivetrain layout affects vehicle curb weight, traction capabilities, and EPA-certified fuel economy ratings.
Factory certification records list Automatic (S9) transmission architectures for the 2021 Nissan Frontier.
Transmission specifications represent factory certified equipment tested for emissions and fuel economy compliance.
Powertrain, transmission, drivetrain, and regulatory classification specifications on this page are derived directly from the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) official laboratory certification registries under 40 CFR Part 600.
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