2027 Nissan Frontier · Trim vs trim · Crew Cab, 5-ft bed

2027 Nissan Frontier S vs SV: what's the difference?

The SV costs $2,600 more. It starts at $36,490 as a , 5-ft bed, and the S at $33,890. The SV changes the wheels, tires and touchscreen. As they come, it's rated to tow 7,000 lb, 70 less than the S's 7,070. Its is 1,480 lb, 10 less than the S's 1,490.

Our Frontier data has all four US 2027 , all 11 published cab/bed/drive combinations, and core utility, towing, convenience, weather, appearance, tire and roof/audio . It doesn't have 2026 remaining , delayed standalone Package, Roush/PRO-4X R conversions, anniversary graphics, paint and wheel/body changes yet, so something missing from this page may still be offered.

S$33,890
SV$36,490

What changes, as they come

Numbers
WhatSSV
Towing, as it comesS7,070 lbSV7,000 lb
Payload, best caseS1,490 lbSV1,480 lb
Tire diameterS30.6″SV30.6″
Wheel sizeS16″SV17″
Parts
WhatSSV
WheelsS16″ Aluminum-alloy wheelsSV17″ Aluminum-alloy wheels
TiresS265/70R16 all-seasonSV265/65R17 all-season
TouchscreenS8″ touchscreenSV12.3″ touchscreen with wireless phone integration

The same on both: combined mpg (21 mpg), city mpg (19 mpg) and highway mpg (24 mpg).

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The SV Crew Cab, 5-ft bed, as it comes

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SV

$36,490

Crew Cab, 5-ft bed

5 FT BED126.0″ WHEELBASE30.6″ TIRE
Tow
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Payload
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Bed
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Torque
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Choose a trim

Cab
Bed

Packages & options

Engine & drive

Towing & utility

Comfort & tech

Appearance & tires

What your options change

This is a stock SV. Pick a package and every part it swaps shows up here, and in orange on the truck.

  • No Low range
  • No Rear locker
  • No Bilstein shocks
  • No Heated seats
  • No Heated wheel
  • No Around View
  • No Fender audio
Engine
3.8L V6 · 310 hp · 281 lb-ft
Transmission
9-speed automatic
Drive system
Rear-wheel drive
Rear axle
Dana solid rear axle with Active Brake Limited Slip
Suspension
Double-wishbone front, leaf-spring solid rear axle
Tires
265/65R17 all-season
Touchscreen
12.3″
Curb weight
4,492 lb · base configuration
AC outlets
Not fitted
GCWR
11,960 lb
Receiver tongue limit
700 lb · properly equipped
Seating
5 · Crew Cab
Low range
Not fitted

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Lower starting price than the Frontier

2027 Frontier: $32,490

Before destination and options. Cab and body styles can differ. Frontier: S · King Cab, 6-ft bed.

Higher available horsepower than the Frontier

2027 Frontier: 310 hp

Highest published output in each guide.

Higher combined mpg than the Frontier

2027 Frontier: 21 mpg

Best combined rating, including regular hybrids.

Higher tow rating than the Frontier

2027 Frontier: 7,150 lb

With required equipment. Check your vehicle’s labels and loaded limits.

About these comparisons

Each illustration and link uses the build behind its number. Comparisons cover the model years and bodies in our guides. Different rows can use different trims and equipment. Missing values aren’t treated as zero; reported prices and inferred ratings aren’t ranked.

  • Lowest listed trim price in each guide, before destination, options, taxes and fees. Cab and body styles can differ.
  • Highest published output found in each guide. This compares available power, not acceleration or the trim you selected.
  • Best published combined rating found in each guide, including regular hybrids. Plug-in ratings and inferred matches are excluded.
  • Highest published rating found in each guide, with required equipment. Actual truck labels, occupants and cargo determine your limit.