2020 Nissan Frontier King Cab/Crew Cab 4x2 with 3.8L V6 and Tow Package
⚠ Pending verification
No OEM towing guide could be cleanly scraped for this vehicle — these figures were generated by the model and are pending confirmation against the OEM guide.
Source: Model estimate (no OEM guide scraped) — [PDF] 2020 nissan towing guide · retrieved 2026-07-02
Max Towing Capacity
6,720
lbs / 3,048 kg
Engine Variants
2 variants
Trim Notes
Max rating requires the 3.8L V6 (standard on most 2020 trims after the powertrain update), the Tow Package, and 4x2 configuration; 4x4 and Crew Cab long-wheelbase configurations are rated slightly lower.
⚠ Important
The 2020 model year introduced the new 3.8L V6 across the lineup; the base 2.5L 4-cylinder tows significantly less (around 3,500 lbs). Tow ratings vary by cab, bed, and drivetrain—always verify against the door-jamb label and owner's manual for the specific VIN.
◆ Gear you may need
Always confirm against your door-jamb sticker & OEM towing guide before hauling. Ratings vary by exact configuration.
Different configuration? Look it up
The 6,720 lbs figure above is the properly-equipped maximum for this model year. For a specific trim, engine, or drivetrain, run your exact setup through the live tool:
Prose overview
The 2020 Nissan Frontier carries a maximum towing capacity of 6,720 lbs when properly equipped, paired with a Class III hitch. As with every truck and SUV, the rating swings by engine, drivetrain, cab and bed configuration, and rear axle ratio — so two 2020 Nissan Frontiers on the same lot can be rated thousands of pounds apart. Match your trailer to the lowestrelevant limit (towing capacity, payload, GCWR, and hitch rating), and verify against the sticker inside the driver's-side door jamb.
Related tow ratings
2020 Nissan Frontier towing FAQ
What is the maximum towing capacity of a 2020 Nissan Frontier?
A properly equipped 2020 Nissan Frontier is rated to tow up to 6,720 lbs. This maximum applies only to specific engine, axle, and tow-package combinations — most trims tow less.
What hitch class does the 2020 Nissan Frontier need?
Based on its rated capacity, the 2020 Nissan Frontier typically pairs with a Class III hitch. Always match the hitch to your loaded trailer weight and never exceed the vehicle's rated capacity.
Do I need a brake controller to tow with a 2020 Nissan Frontier?
Most states require trailer brakes — and a brake controller — for trailers over 3,000 lbs loaded. A brake controller syncs the trailer's brakes with the vehicle's for safe, controlled stops.
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