2021 Nissan Frontier King Cab/Crew Cab 4x2 with Towing 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) — 2026 Nissan Frontier Features: Towing, Horsepower, Engine & More · retrieved 2026-07-02
Max Towing Capacity
6,720
lbs / 3,048 kg
Engine Variants
1 variants
Trim Notes
Max rating requires the 4.0L V6 (261 hp), the factory Tow Package, and typically the 4x2 configuration; 4x4 models rate slightly lower.
⚠ Important
2021 was a transition year; the Frontier carried over the older 4.0L V6 body while a redesigned 2022 model was introduced. Ratings vary by cab/drivetrain configuration—verify against the door-jamb label and owner's manual for your 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 2021 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 2021 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
2021 Nissan Frontier towing FAQ
What is the maximum towing capacity of a 2021 Nissan Frontier?
A properly equipped 2021 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 2021 Nissan Frontier need?
Based on its rated capacity, the 2021 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 2021 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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