Not in the current lineup: Nissan Frontier models sold today are equipped only with an automatic transmission; there is no factory-manual option. If you want a manual, your best bet is to look at used Frontier models from previous generations that offered a manual.
Current Frontier transmission options
What buyers should know about current availability: the 2022–present Frontier uses a 3.8-liter V6 paired exclusively with a 9‑speed automatic, with no manual option in any trim.
- Transmission: 9-speed automatic is the only available option; no manual transmission is offered.
- Trims: S, SV, and Pro-4X (and any special editions) are all paired with the automatic transmission.
- Drivetrain options: Both 4x2 and 4x4 configurations are available, but only with the automatic.
Takeaway for buyers
Bottom line: if a manual transmission is essential, you will need to consider a used Frontier from an earlier generation or explore other midsize pickups that still offer a manual transmission.
Historical context: manual transmissions in older Frontier generations
In earlier generations, a manual transmission was available on some Frontier configurations, though availability varied by year, trim, and market. The manual option was typically a 5‑speed unit paired with the V6 in those older setups, and it vanished from the U.S. lineup as Nissan shifted to automatic-only in the modern generation.
- Manual transmissions existed on select older Frontier configurations; specifics depended on year and trim.
- Most older models with the 4.0L V6 offered a manual option on at least some trims, though not universally.
- Because of year- and market-specific variations, always verify the transmission type for a used vehicle with the VIN and build sheet.
What to check in a used Frontier
When shopping for a used Frontier, verify the transmission type via the VIN and original build sheet, and review maintained service records to confirm the presence of a manual transmission if that is your priority.
For buyers who require a manual today, the practical path is to search for a used Frontier from an older generation that offered a manual, or consider a different midsize pickup that still has a factory manual option.
Summary
Bottom line: You cannot buy a new Nissan Frontier with a manual transmission. If having a manual is non-negotiable, seek a used Frontier from older generations that offered a manual, and verify the exact year and trim. You may also explore other midsize trucks that still offer a factory manual transmission.