Both generations were mostly identical to the global version offered by Nissan elsewhere, with minor changes for the North American market.

The vehicle rides on a revised high-strength steel ladder frame chassis carried over from the outgoing model.

[8] It is offered in extended King Cab and crew-cab layouts with either rear- or four-wheel drive, and five- and six-foot cargo box length options.

[10] The Pro-4X trim receives a rear electronic locking differential, Bilstein off-road shocks, and underbody skid plates as standard.

The first trim, called the Hardbody Edition, is based on the equipment of the midlevel SV trim, and features retro-inspired seventeen-inch aluminum wheels painted white, as well as retro exterior details inspired by the 1980s Nissan Pickup, commonly referred to as the "Hardbody".