I'm a minimalist kind of guy. The lack of gaudy colors and stitching is one of my top likes, not dislikes. That's why I like the leather interior. If you get the cloth seats in the Pro 4X it comes with red stitching and red highlights in the doors of the truck. I drove one and the seat height is fine for 5'11". I like a mid-size truck because they are so much better off road than a full size. They also fit in my garage.
I like the how simple they made this truck I like the interior muted the way they did it. I have had mine for 3 months and my biggest gripe is the turning radius.
Ya I hate the red on the cloth seats. Sucks cuz I would like to be able to get the cheaper interior. But there’s no way I’m buying a truck with red stitching
Amen to the garage. I have gone through too many vehicles. I sold off my Tacoma because I took it to a speed shop and they put RV tires on it that pretty much ruined it. I left it to the experience of the sales department to choose the size, not knowing how destructive oversized wheels and tires could be. I went from the Tacoma to an F150 with a V8 plus a lot of bells and whistles, but when I closed the garage door there wasn't much more than a couple inches to spare on either end. The 2019 Frontier literally gave me over a foot clearance. I am a minimalist too, but I missed the GPS feature from the F150, and the '19 Frontier was not equipped to handle any electronic accessories, but it was still a great truck. Myu problem, being in a West Texas town has always been selection. I took my '19 last week for its routine service and they just brought in two red( I call it candy apple red) '22 Frontier King Cab SV's. One was a 4x4, now it is in my garage. It is so seldom you see a vehicle in an attractive color, and it was a king cab as well, that I jumped on it. I have to say, that 9 speed Mercedes inspired transmission is another story completely. At first it felt weird, but I have to get into traffic quick during certain times of day because of the rush. I got on it with that 9 speed and it is very smooth. The '19 worked a whole lot hard and was slightly slower. That '22 felt like it was just gliding, no jerking.. I am sort of a minimalist. My first truck was a King Cab XE V6 back in '87, it was known as a "Nissan Hard Body" back then. I think you have to be a bit of a minimalist to go for the smaller Nissan. Back in '07, I ended up with a Tacoma because Toyota was having problems moving vehicles over the scandal with the sticking accelerator pedal, which they repaired in time, so they gave me terms. I would have preferred the Nissan which I test drove first. The local Nissan dealer where I was at the time would not talk terms. The Tacoma gave me 8 good years, except for the dealer installed remote starter which ate three batteries.
6’3 all torso and I fit fine in mine. I prefer all blacked out interior. Colors don’t age well. Seems like something a young adult would prefer though and I get it. Truck feels like it’s built like a mini tank. Love the heavier hydraulic power steering and the motor without turbos and batteries.
Nissans seats use a NASA technology inspired design called zero gravy seats meaning they’re designed to have no pressure points on the body which also reduced fatigue when driving long periods of time! They’re great
I have had my 2022 sv for a xouple months now and i have found it to be quite capable. I am averaging 21-22 mpg very consistently. And find it is not lacking in the power dept. Good rig for under 39k and comfortable to drive. The only thing that i was suprised was how heavy the steering felt at first. But it has gotten better, or i have grown use to it, after the 1st 1k miles . Good review Sir thanks
@@sharkskin3448 it is solid shift points are really good realy fluid. Even towing my side by side it dosent have any issues. Tow mode is good and i still get a reasonable mpg.
@@kenndogg7469 man, that's great! Thanks for the reply! I had a '10 LE crew cab long bed years ago, and driving full sized since (mostly Tundras). I really like this new Frontier. Once inventories are up a little, I'll try to grab one. Thanks again.
I'm a little disappointed in your dislike #3. As a "truck guy" you should know that tires don't go straight up and down. They tilt as they articulate. The stock tires don't rub the fender trim when flexing. TFL did an off road review showing it articulating. Putting larger tires on this truck would probably require a lift though.
Most people put slightly wider and bigger wheels. This is a pro4x model, so obviously, people are going to want to mod it. It's probably an easy fix, but it's still a valid point.
If youre going to be putting larger tires then you should know that it will impact the rest of the truck in many ways and likely should expect to do modifications as needed, like a lift kit, and even differential gears at some point.
I been looking several brands a the price its very good and the reviews aren’t that bad ! I spoken with several car mechanics and I been told that ford 6 cylinder turbo charged trucks are having engine problems !
Wife's regularly getting 23 with her 22. My 13 Gen 2 Frontier get's 15 MPG But it lasted the loan has 0 rust 175.000 miles never once been in for repair other then consumables. Great little trucks.
Great review. I'm actually looking at this vs the Chevy Colorado. IMO, none of the five "hates" are deal stoppers; at least for me. I currently have a 2012 Frontier in the SV trim and never, ever had a problem. Perhaps the main reason why I may go back to Nissan.
I don’t really think that’s true anymore. I drove full size trucks in urban environments for years and never had any issue, especially with the newer ones. I won’t argue a mid size isn’t easier, but there’s no issues driving and parking a half ton in a city. You might just need more seat time in one.
my 22 frontier gets 25 mpg avg highway, and sometimes 27, and once a 28 mpg. 2 wheel drive version. Keep the throttle changes light, and keep the throttle steady. If any doubters out there I posted it on youtube shorts. This new truck is amazing especially with these high gas prices.
I bought the 2021 Frontier with the new engine and the new reansmission. I love this truck. I get 23 and 18 miles per gallon and I really do not mind. I really think that the vehicle is perfect even with the old styling. Go Frontier!!
I’m a 6-month Pro-4x owner. My likes are the ride, Fender stereo, there’s not 6 million on the road, low end torque, styling, simplicity. The bad are cruise control. It’s super poorly calibrated, hits 5500rpm to gain 4 mph or even on a slight incline. The leather. Don’t bother getting it. It’s 95% rubbery vinyl with tiny butt and lower back patches. It’s sticky when it’s hot, and there is no cooling feature. The defrost is LOUD on anything but the lowest two settings. The seat may work well for some, but it’s “front hinged”, meaning it does NOT rise at the front when you try to raise the seat, only the back. If it doesn’t provide enough thigh support if you have long calves when you test drive it, it never will. The back of my 2019 Tacoma had more room in the back, and had a less upright seating position. Otherwise super nice truck……
Nissan does offer orange stitching on some pro 4x models, seats , steering wheel and shifter and possibly on the dash, as far as wheel clearance, most people will either get a leveling kit or a 2 inch lift which will give you plenty room for bigger tires and clearance
you can only have the orange stitching on the non top trim pro 4x, i wanted the sun roof and sub woofer and you cant have the stitching with that option package.
Thanks for a good review. It is a truck and while better gas mileage would be great, it is comparable to this market segment. None of the dislikes are an issue for me. The new styling is fresh and long overdue. I like it. I'll be going from a sedan to this if I don't change my mind in the next year.
Frontier= Crawl ratio 56:1 fully boxed titan frame (ability to titan swap suspension/engine) , Dana 44 locking rear (pro4x) , dana front diff, spicer transfer case, powerful vq motor, rear disc brakes, bullet proof and made in USA. Tacoma= 33:1 crawl ratio, C channel frame (on going corrosion frame recalls) , rear drum brakes, now made in Mexico, reliability declining and Toyota tax.
I owned the previous-generation frontier. I sold it because the seat comfort was terrible. It had these weird ridges that ran across the bolsters. I sat in a new fFontier today and it felt much better.
Tim, I love your channel, I must have watched 20 videos on the Nissan frontier. This is the best. You covered it all. Thank you and agree with most of your comments. I'm just about ready to pull the trigger on a 2023 leftover and part of that is due to all the research that you and other UA-camrs have done for us.
Some would say a non-turbo engine is preferred, especially for towing. Other brands use turbos, which are "on" constantly during towing, creating mucho wear which likely means replacements ere long. My only dislike is the GDI engine, which will require a major job to clean the carbon off the valves. Toyota has the better engine, DPI. But Toyota seats are terrible for taller people. pros and cons. Wish Nissan had a DPI engine and a larger fuel tank.
Drives better than a Tacoma. But doesn’t have a bunch bs tech or gizmos that are sometimes gimmicky. I came from a lifted jeep and a ford to a frontier. Perfect blend of everything. My only gripe is the low res cameras and no wireless CarPlay. But power transmission and previous proven longevity. Touch points are also feel luxurious. And buttons simple buttons and gauges. I know there is a lot of Chevy/ford and Toyotas fans but Nissan Frontier is severely underrated
Well, it is best to look at all the midsize trucks in person at all these things before you buy. The Ford Ranger has a 4 cylinder so it should have better milage, as for fancy interior details this is a truck not a BMW . My brother bought this Nissan Frontier crew cab in blue and is picking it up this week April 2022. We both took a test drive in it and looked it over and we see no problems it is just a good all around truck. The hydraulic steering is great old school and more reliable than electronic glad to see Nissan put that in the engine. For what we need this truck will do the job just fine and will be better off road trails in narrow tight spots unlike full size trucks here in Colorado. We do not need a full size truck harder to park in spaces and just too big the midsize are just right and this Nissan was the pick over the other makers for price and features.
I think the Frontier is the perfect size. I have 40 acres and I refuse to spend 20k plus for some overzealous golf cart. A Medium size pickup does the job and still can go on a road trip with it.
Well, take off your hat might help to get in better. I have 2022 PRO4X without leather option package and it comes with orange stitching /accent thru-out the cabin looks much better and fancier beside there is no ventilated seat option for leather which it gets fry pan hot in Summer time. I love my new Frontier and I call it the best all around truck and I have seen off road comparison between Tocoma vs Frontier ...they were neck and neck...well, Tocoma was a little better on the front approaching angle but who takes brand new truck to the rock climbing, I wouldn't. On the Pay-Load testing, truck bed went down only an inch (can't remember it was 500 lbs or 1,000 lbs) and the result was better than all mid size and some of full size truck. Highly recommendable. Make sure you get the bed extender and sport roll bar (2 1/2 inches thickness) for added safety.
I drive a Silverado but I'm honestly tempted to trade it in for the new Frontier. It looks good and I could have some fun with the PRO-4X. Plus parking a full-sized can be a pain in certain situations. I like having a full-sized truck just to have one but I don't *need* one. A mid-sized would serve my needs just fine, even though all my buddies would make fun of me if I make the switch. Anyway, thanks for the video; I'll take it into consideration as I mull it over.
Another great video!!! All the negative things you mention here, my uncle had the exact same opinions with his mid 80's Sentra. Lol. Nissan will always be Nissan. Honda will always be Honda, Ford will always be Ford. Etc Etc.
Before condemning the floor mats...see how well they wear. The best looking carpeted I had in a Denali wore out is about 9 months (driver side where right foot sat). As for ruber with a pro package, worse than weathertech and that is bad. Slippery when dry can only imaging when wet (weathertech are slippery when wet). My advice is winter, use Husky.) Brightness ok. Seat adjustment you should check before buying. I can say 6'2, proportional body it is a-ok for me. Hood...yes, that could use and extra six inches; need helmet if working on it. Smaller engine moving heavy truck vs. truck not that much heavier with larger engine. Do the math, MPG will be close
No telescoping steering wheel. No cooled seats. No turn indicators on the side mirror. Back seats are too upright. Other than that it is on my short list of potential trucks to buy.
just got a 2022 sv 4x4 and love it when you compare it to Totoya, Ford, chevy to me Nissan blows them away in price and comfort... oh get the truck without the sunroof and you have all space you will need (headroom) i am 6'1 zero problems ... the sun roof eats up to much space
Just bought a 2022 frontier and I'm getting an average of 23 miles per gallon in city driving. Better than my Toyota corolla with a four cylinder engine. Go figure...
When I looked at the new Frontier my overall feeling was that they just refreshed the old Frontier and could have done so much more. When I realized there was no telescoping steering wheel that killed it dead. 44k and no telescoping steering wheel?
Bought a new King Cab SV 4x4 this past week. Already getting 23 MPG around town. You forgot to mention that Nissan got rid of the gutless 4 cylinder engine. They put the 6 in all their Frontiers now. I owned and drove a 2007 Tacoma 4x4 King Cab for 8 years, there are no doubt some improvements like the Mercedes inspired 9 speed transmission. Otherwise driving a Frontier is so similar to a Tacoma, I almost couldn't tell the difference. You road tested a Pro 4X, it obviously has more bells and whistles for Off Road use. I traded a 2019 Frontier SV 4x4 in for the 2022 with the same package, and the first thing I noticed was ground clearance. The 2022 seemed to have quite a bit more ground clearance. I am having the rails installed to help a little. I had the rails on the 2019, but did not need them,. The rails were a cosmetic upgrade on the 2019, on the 2022 for a shorter person they are necessary. You also forgot to mention that Nissan has done away with the chrome. The only thing that appears to be chrome are the fake chrome cheesy looking factory wheels that come on the SV. In the 2019 the electronics package was way behind the times. The electronics in the 2022 are a vast improvement. I don't know why you think the tires will rub on the back, unless you made it happen. The suspension, even on the SV, is very stiff.
I wish they would’ve revamped the whole truck from the frame up. My wife bought a 2020 and I’m glad she got it before the new body because it’s the same truck just a lot more money and more bling and gadgets is all.
I have had 2 frontiers and had hardly any issues with either one , I had a 2012 sv king cab 4x4 and a 2018 sv king cab 4x4 and I am currently looking at another, one thing I noticed was ,I use mine for work, so I just want a basic work truck with 4x4, I can order a king cab or double cab 4x4 s model, the only option I want is a class 4 trailer hitch ,and that's all, I looked across the entire country and they have none like that, In fact I didn't see a s model with 4x4 and hitch any place in the country. They always have a stupid technology package but no hitch to tow, I would think most people want a hitch for towing so most dealers would order that ,even before any other option, so now I am going to try and order one and see if I can get one the way I want for 2023
The button lights I like being dimmer because if they were bright, it would be a distraction for me. Head space can be gained slightly if you recline the seat back just a bit but it is small with smaller trucks.
I just bought a blue pro 4x for my wife. She loves it, I love it. The fact that it’s a reliable non turbo v6 with every safety feature give me peace of mind knowing I’ll never get a call that she broke down or curbed the rims.
You know what opinions are like an everyone has one. I'd rather have the Nissan over Toyota. The Toyota has more plastic than the Nissan... and myself have a 2022 and I get an average of 24.5 on the highway and 19 in the city..
I can definitely see where you are coming from. As someone who spends waaaaay too many hours in a bunch of different brands of pickups for work. I find some of their interiors are way too bright with all of the switches and dials and screens. After 10+ hours I find some of them really tire out my eyes with all the light shining at me. Especially up here in northern Canada your commute for a large part of the year is in complete darkness. I would like to just have a dimmer toggle but I find the orange color and the slightly dimmer light to be a nice change.
Fuel economy is a concern in this segment. Full size trucks equal or surpass the EPA ratings on this otherwise great vehicle. I wonder what real world numbers are like?
Yes you are correct, I had a couple of Colorado crew cabs 4 wheel drive loaded units. Last year I bought a 2021 gmc 1500 crew cab elevation loaded and it was a 5 grand difference. Once you take the rebates in to account it was 1 grand less the the Colorado? Fuel mileage is about 1.5 mpg on average more in the full size truck? The only thing I miss with the Colorado is the easy of parking, turning radius other than that the full size truck is so much better.
Toyota is still king of the midsized trucks. Just wait till they redesigned the all new 2024 or 2025 Tacoma. Heard rumors they may offer a V6 twin turbo charged engine that’s in the new tundra. At least 400 horsepower and 500 ft lbs of torque or maybe more as an option. Heard Toyota will end up adding more horsepower and torque to the tundra as well. That would be badass to have that much power in a light 4wd Tacoma.
Good looking vehicle for sure. But I take a Tacoma over this any day. In 3 years Tacoma will have zero issues and high resale value, while this will be mediocre. How can it not have standard LEDs in 2022 with new design?
The Frontier will have zero issues also. The Tacoma isn't perfect (Camry engine and poorly programmed transmission). The Tacoma is far superior though in it's available configurations. "Building" a Frontier on the Nissan USA website is pretty sad. Very few options, and anything with a 6.5' bed has the lowest options, it's ridiculous. For that alone, I'd put the Tacoma above the Frontier. Oddly, Canada gets much better options for the Frontier.
So, I agree it could use a telescoping steering wheel, but I bought one last month and fit fine in the driver’s seat at 6’5” and it’s comfortable for me.
Direct Injection concerns me a bit. I have a 2016 with a 4.0. I trust my engine over the long term reliability of a DI engine. Carbon build up will require more maintenance and questionable future reliability IMO
Can always get a catch can or similar to keep as much oil away from the intake as possible. I have one on my Focus ST and the intake ports ar 75k look pretty good still. Catches about 2-3 ounces per 5k miles.
@@beexiong2995 It can be nice for the average consumer, but it is an extra cost/complication to keep both. If the inherent design keeps carbon build up to a minimum, I dont necessarily think there's anything wrong with a pure DI engine arrangement, especially if you use your vehicle in a more aggressive manner regularly (heat and rpm seems to help curb buildup issues).
@@ALMX5DP direct and port injection is used on mass produced vehicles like the F-150 and tacoma. It's in most lexus products as well which happen to be arguably the most reliable vehicles.
@@beexiong2995 sure, just saying it is an extra cost and complexity versus not having it. If the design doesnt show the need for it, may not have been worth the cost or R&D to develop.
I can see your opinion on this truck and respect it. Unfortunately I'm looking at 3 trucks right now. This one, Ford Ranger XLT and Chevy Coloardo. For the options that I'm looking for with the Frontier SV trim with technology and convience package for Nissan's price, I would have to go to a Ranger 302a package which would put me in a fx package or bump me to Lariat. Don't need 4wd and I'm in Florida....no leather....lol. I am also not sold on the Chevy Coloardo as a reliable truck as well. Again, with those options, I would have to go up to a Z71 with still not all options. I believe for the money and reliability this is will be the new dominant truck for the price.
I own a Colorado 2019 it only has 16,544 miles on it that thing has been nothing but problems do yourself a favor and stay away from the Colorado number one: I had to have the factory windshield replaced because of a defect number two: the transmission shifts hard coming out of first the technicians couldn’t duplicate it so it still does it. number three: the battery went dead it had a dead selling it had to be replaced. Number four: had to take the truck in because the brake cable was too tight and had to be adjusted the tension would cause the E brake light to stay on sometimes, and burn the brakes. 5: and the most recent, The check engine light came on indicating that something was wrong with the stabili-track track the stability track controls the throttle body, electrical components, and the fuel system. The truck sputtered and I told funny throughout the day for probably 24 hours I let it sit overnight and the next day it was fine The technicians found the code but couldn’t find the source of the malfunction so they told me it would happen again and when it did to bring it back in. I’m in the process now of dealing with GM to have them either replace the truck altogether with a different model or a refund but I’m not holding my breath it took them 2 to 3 weeks just to return my phone call do yourself a favor and stay away from GM. Keep in mind I don’t drive my truck hard, always do the oil changes on time, but even if I didn’t at 16,000 miles I should still not be having all these problems
@@ChamberedElite77 ....thanks for the heads up...I was wondering about the transmission issues that started in 2015. I like it because of the outside look of it and the roomy cabin. Since you notated your issues, I will scratch that one from my list.
@@jimstorm1622 I just traded in my 2018 Z71 Colorado (bought new) for the new Frontier SV 4x4 with all packages. Been a Chevy Guy all my life (I'm 62) and I loved my Colorado. Why did I trade it in? Because about two months ago the torque converter started going bad for the second time. This is a known issue for the Colorado. Instead of Chevy correcting the problem, they just repair it. I still had 10 months warranty left, but, what happens when it does it again in another 2 years? That's a repair that comes out of my pocket. I originally wanted a Tacoma, but, after test driving the Frontier, it was a no brainer for me, the Frontier in my humble opinion beats out both the Tacoma and Colorado. Yes, the steering is a bit heavy, but not that bad. Many young people don't know what vehicles with no power steering was like.....lol. The seats in the Frontier are truly amazing. I broke my back in a motorcycle accident in 99 and I also have three herniated discs in my lower back. These seats are better than any I have ever sat in. BTW, I'm 5'10" and I have plenty of headroom. As for the floor mats, I personally didn't think they were cheap. The type of carpet they use actually makes it easier to clean as debris doesn't become trapped as easily as others I have had. And not a real big deal to me as I just received my Weather Tec floor mats today, now those rock. My only complaint is that even with the trailering package it doesn't come with an integrated trailer brake. I feel Nissan really dropped the ball there. It really is a great truck though, I love mine.
I just picked up my 2022 Pro 4X, 2 months ago after switching from a 2021 Tacoma TRD Off-Road and average 24 mpg on my 85% highway, 15% backroad, work commute going 55-60 mph. Not as good as the 26 from the Tacoma but the comfort of the Frontier more than makes up for it. I am 6’ 4” and while my hair may brush the moonroof cover a little bit sometimes, it is only if I sit up perfectly straight. I don’t typically wear a hat while I drive but when I do, I don’t feel the roof at all. I do miss the abundance of cup holders in the Tacoma but the large cup holders in the doors for my 40oz hydro flask is amazing.
One more negative…when you lower the back seat..it is a cloth like materials..that can be damages easily…no hard bottoms…and in make slow turns..the steering is really heavy! I do like your opinions! Aloha
Maybe you could add a addendum to this video to address the question everybody is waiting on to be answered.... Did Nissan finally fix the turn radius issue on the Frontier? I have driven school buses with better turn radius than the prior Frontiers. How does this model compare?
This will be my first Frontier, not sure about previous models, I can tell you, turning radius is abysmal, compared to my 2019 Nissan Rogue. However nothing I can't adjust to. I have the 2022 Pro4x
@@Pickuptrucktalk Well I will put it this way ....I am wondering when someone will come- up with a retrofit Mod. that fixes the problem on the earlier models, it is so ridiculous..... how Nissan missed this I will never know. I have made so many three-point turn U-turns in the last 2 years my right wrist has CARGO-Tunnel.
I've had my 2022 Frontier for about a month. Turning radius is much better than the 2017 I used to drive. One thing that not everyone will like is the stiffness of the steering. I like it, makes it feel more like a truck. I almost bought a Ridgeline which felt like driving a Sentra with a bed
Thanks Tim..great video..I'm looking into a mid sized truck...tacoma is my first choice but still shopping around...test driving everything ...stay safe dude
This or a Ridgeline? I know they aren't really comparable for capability. However, I've always been a fan of the usability and comfort of the Ridegline, and ADORE that 3.5 V6. I like the Frontier for the looks and the off-road chops, but I'm not sure if it is actually something that would swing me. I would love to drive one but I have only ever seen one and that was while I was in Arizona.
@@Pickuptrucktalk that is true. I have seen one and really like the looks, minus the overly aggressive cladding. In reality, I don’t think I’d ever use the Frontier to its full potential, and a Ridgeline like that would most likely do everything I need with ease.
I agree, the ridge line is a great option, but I can’t get over its feminine looks, especially the side profile and rear. The front they worked on a bit but still looks weak. Very practical in its layout.
@@gagers6620 The Ridgeline of course has its own shortcomings, but it's also so good on some areas. While the infotainment totally sucks along with the push button gear selection in newer models, it's just so damn spacious inside. Tim didn't show it in this video, but everybody else's back seat design/stowage ability is just terrible compared to the Ridgeline. I have 3 teenagers that fit comfortably back there. To some this may not matter so you just have to consider what your needs are.
I absolutely hate the red/orange buttons at night. I had a 2007 Frontier nismo. The orange gauges were horrible… it would be a deal breaker for me now….I see the instrument panel is white now which is way better. But they need to do the buttons white also
I normally don’t make these kinds of comments as it’s always good to highlight flaws in any review, but man, those cons are kind of ridiculous… Appreciates the competitive pricing, but first con is the carpet floor mats?? Equates lack of interior visual styling (when they have an option with orange accents) to lack of quality? The cabin lighting looks better than usual imo, those buttons and gauges all look highly visible without being obnoxiously bright due to the orange tint. Wheel room at the fender is hardly a factor when articulating at an angle, and anyone putting on tires larger than 33s is going to get a lift. Want some practical cons for this vehicle, some of which we should push Nissan on? - Turning radius genuinely sucks and sucked on prior gen as well, this should have been addressed in the redesign - No wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto despite other Nissan vehicles having this in 2022 and the truck having wifi capability, why release a full redesign without this, and why offer a wireless charging pad when you’re going to have to plug in your phone anyway? - No integrated trailer brake controller, truck is wired for it but they don’t add it, surely the cost would be negligible, offer it as an option at least - Camera resolution on the nice upgraded 360 system is rough for 2022, spend a tiny tiny bit more on cameras to make them sharp, it’s worth it - Those nice orange colored interior accents I referenced above should be included on the leather trim package as well, makes no sense that the premium interior looks more bland than the standard, and if you want the good speakers and the moon roof you have to get the leather too - AC vents for the rear passengers would have been be very nice, it was not a thing on the 2010s midsized trucks, but willing to bet all the other new gens will have it, my 2011 base model Grand Cherokee has rear vents, I’d appreciate if any high trim 2022 vehicle would have them for the comfort of my rear passengers or dogs
Huh- seems like a better version of the old Tacoma without a turbo and nice seats - isn’t that what everyone has been asking for? Maybe will check one out.
The 4x4 weighs about 4500lbs, about 200 lbs less than my 2002 F150 Supercab 4x4, 5.4V8. It is rated 50 hp higher but over 70 ft lbs torque less. I'm sure the fuel economy is much better. highway rating on mine is 18 vs 22 for the Frontier.
@@Blue-moon12 The 2V 5.4s were very reliable, more reliable than today's Chevy 5.3s with their cam/lifter issues and the the 3.6 V6s with their timing chain failures and more reliable than the Hemis with their cam/lifter problems.
Since I replied to this video, I sold my 2002 F150 which was in very high demand and sold in 3 days then bought a new 2023 Nissan Titan Pro 4X. I love my new Titan. It's so comfortable, quiet, and powerful that it's a pleasure to drive!
Make sure if you buy new that the wheels are torqued correctly. Saw a few videos where the lug nuts on the wheels were barely tight. Lack of quality but it is what it is. I would co consider buying one though
I owned 5 Astro/safaris before their death in 2005, I have spent many 10-12hr days sitting in those seats and as long as 19 hours never had a complaint about seat comfort. So did GM kill off all the seat engineers? Apparently in Guantanamo bay, GM's compact truck seats have been used as an interrogation device and have proved to be a very successful method of extracting information from their residents. Yes, they are that bum numbing. One downside of the Nissan's will be a lack of reliability. The reason the prior models were reliable was because of the decades to fix the problems. Both the Titan and Pathfinder have been underperforming in this category especially when newly refurbished.
I had a 2004 Frontier with the non supercharged 3.3 and that truck was a tank. It was slow and the interior was tiny but that truck just ran and ran. I traded it in in 2019 on an f150 and although I'd never go back to a smaller truck, if I was in the market for a mid size, this would be the one.
I thought so too, but after test driving all the midsize trucks, there’s a clear winner. Not the frontier, not the Colorado, and not even the Tacoma. It’s the ranger. And it’s really not close. The ride is more comfortable and dear god the drivetrain is so much better than the others.
I had an 02 Frontier supercharged. It was a tank in the fact it went everywhere. Did great doing up ski runs and utility access roads. But that 3.3L engine needed the supercharger. I'll take a supercharger over a turbo any day.
I bought a 80k warranty on the Rogue. you buy a 100k warranty if you wat. you should always opt for it if you intend on keeping your truck, I always kept my trucks and God for bid something dose happen , a little part could be huge Bill. I a Chevy s10 in 2001 peice of CRAP, 100k warranty again and the ball joint kept going and I was like wtf and Chevy kept replacing them and must have hated me .... lol , I got to know the service people very well at that point!! so paid it off and bought I bought another Nissan frontier witch was my 3rd Nissan Frontier witch were are so much more reliable . I've owned a 1989,1993,2005 Nissan truck are fun to drive!! Toyota used to pull up to me and want to race 😆🤣 Nissans are faster! So buy the extended warranty along with what they offer! Buy the way , you can talk the price of the warranty down with the finance dept !!! My wife and I did it with the 2018 Sl Rogue, remember your not working the deal to you sign all the papers and your pulling onto the road from the dealership!! My wife and I saved a lot of money getting the warranty down in the long run!! Also us a price club to buy your truck, we have Costco whole Sale clubs. Hope this you out!! Brad.
You are seriously stretching on the dislikes...compared to the other trucks in this class much of that is exactly the same or the Frontier is better. You need to watch some of the other Frontier reviews by other UA-camrs that compare it to its competitors.
Nissan has never made a bad 6. Ever. They started putting them in consumer vehicles in the 60s. A long line of award winning 6s. No reason to believe this one will beany different especially since they had an unhurried development. Mercedes, Toyota, GM, etc, they all had 6s with design issues before. Not so Nissan. And that transmission also does duty in the Titan a full size with a V8. That bodes very well for a V6 mid size application.
Tim, is the Frontier still a value leader? How would the price of say, a reasonably equipped SV trim unit, compare to that of a similarly equipped Tacoma or Ranger? The Frontier looks good, but it doesn’t lead the category in any one area, so I believe that it needs to lead in price in order to be highly competitive. Nice video. Thank you.
I think sort of which is why I had that pricing section in the video. You can build it up to be comparable with the Tacoma, but you can also strip it down and get it at a lower price point. I think you could probably find lower trim levels on the lots for cheaper than a Ranger, however, that is when you can actually find trucks on the lot.
@@Pickuptrucktalk Of course, you could pay more or less, depending upon how well you equip it. The question is whether a comparably equipped Frontier would cost the same, more or less than a Tacoma or Ranger. The old Frontiers could be had for several thousand dollars less than competitive models, comparably equipped. I wonder whether this is still true. From my recent build on the Nissan web site, a well-equipped SV trim was almost $40K, so I doubt that they have the same price advantage as before. I would still consider a Frontier because of the power train and styling inside and out.
I'm glad a own a Gen2 2016 it has much more room for some reason i am 6'-3" and getting into a Tacoma was painful bang my head etc so with this new Frontier looks smaller inside from Gen2
Looks like they tried to shrink areas and add to others. The front seats for example are narrower. The rear legroom increased but what you gained, you lost in the angle of the seatback position. Its almost vertical
I'm a minimalist kind of guy. The lack of gaudy colors and stitching is one of my top likes, not dislikes. That's why I like the leather interior. If you get the cloth seats in the Pro 4X it comes with red stitching and red highlights in the doors of the truck. I drove one and the seat height is fine for 5'11". I like a mid-size truck because they are so much better off road than a full size. They also fit in my garage.
I like the how simple they made this truck I like the interior muted the way they did it. I have had mine for 3 months and my biggest gripe is the turning radius.
Well said. Simple is good.
Ya I hate the red on the cloth seats. Sucks cuz I would like to be able to get the cheaper interior. But there’s no way I’m buying a truck with red stitching
Amen to the garage. I have gone through too many vehicles. I sold off my Tacoma because I took it to a speed shop and they put RV tires on it that pretty much ruined it. I left it to the experience of the sales department to choose the size, not knowing how destructive oversized wheels and tires could be. I went from the Tacoma to an F150 with a V8 plus a lot of bells and whistles, but when I closed the garage door there wasn't much more than a couple inches to spare on either end. The 2019 Frontier literally gave me over a foot clearance. I am a minimalist too, but I missed the GPS feature from the F150, and the '19 Frontier was not equipped to handle any electronic accessories, but it was still a great truck. Myu problem, being in a West Texas town has always been selection. I took my '19 last week for its routine service and they just brought in two red( I call it candy apple red) '22 Frontier King Cab SV's. One was a 4x4, now it is in my garage. It is so seldom you see a vehicle in an attractive color, and it was a king cab as well, that I jumped on it. I have to say, that 9 speed Mercedes inspired transmission is another story completely. At first it felt weird, but I have to get into traffic quick during certain times of day because of the rush. I got on it with that 9 speed and it is very smooth. The '19 worked a whole lot hard and was slightly slower. That '22 felt like it was just gliding, no jerking.. I am sort of a minimalist. My first truck was a King Cab XE V6 back in '87, it was known as a "Nissan Hard Body" back then. I think you have to be a bit of a minimalist to go for the smaller Nissan. Back in '07, I ended up with a Tacoma because Toyota was having problems moving vehicles over the scandal with the sticking accelerator pedal, which they repaired in time, so they gave me terms. I would have preferred the Nissan which I test drove first. The local Nissan dealer where I was at the time would not talk terms. The Tacoma gave me 8 good years, except for the dealer installed remote starter which ate three batteries.
I'm a minimalist, kind guy.
Wants leather seats
You give the truck praise for being an “inexpensive alternative” and then complain about the quality of the floor mats 🤦🏻♂️
6’3 all torso and I fit fine in mine. I prefer all blacked out interior. Colors don’t age well. Seems like something a young adult would prefer though and I get it. Truck feels like it’s built like a mini tank. Love the heavier hydraulic power steering and the motor without turbos and batteries.
Nissans seats use a NASA technology inspired design called zero gravy seats meaning they’re designed to have no pressure points on the body which also reduced fatigue when driving long periods of time! They’re great
"Zero gravy" 😅
I have had my 2022 sv for a xouple months now and i have found it to be quite capable. I am averaging 21-22 mpg very consistently. And find it is not lacking in the power dept. Good rig for under 39k and comfortable to drive. The only thing that i was suprised was how heavy the steering felt at first. But it has gotten better, or i have grown use to it, after the 1st 1k miles . Good review Sir thanks
Still no problems, Ken? How do you like the transmission (shift points, etc)?
@@sharkskin3448 it is solid shift points are really good realy fluid. Even towing my side by side it dosent have any issues. Tow mode is good and i still get a reasonable mpg.
@@kenndogg7469 man, that's great! Thanks for the reply! I had a '10 LE crew cab long bed years ago, and driving full sized since (mostly Tundras). I really like this new Frontier. Once inventories are up a little, I'll try to grab one. Thanks again.
lol it’s because the steering it good ole school hydraulic 💪🏽
How has it held up over the last 2 years?
Picked up my Frontier Pro4X in July. So far I'm very happy with it. Am not regretting my choice at all.
I'm a little disappointed in your dislike #3. As a "truck guy" you should know that tires don't go straight up and down. They tilt as they articulate. The stock tires don't rub the fender trim when flexing. TFL did an off road review showing it articulating. Putting larger tires on this truck would probably require a lift though.
Yeah TFL did it and a better review,.
That is what he says. With larger tires someone may have a problem.
32’s fit the previous generation with no modifications whatsoever
Most people put slightly wider and bigger wheels. This is a pro4x model, so obviously, people are going to want to mod it. It's probably an easy fix, but it's still a valid point.
If youre going to be putting larger tires then you should know that it will impact the rest of the truck in many ways and likely should expect to do modifications as needed, like a lift kit, and even differential gears at some point.
I've had my SV Frontier for 6 months now and I don't regret It at all, smoothest riding truck and not that bad on gas at all!
I been looking several brands a the price its very good and the reviews aren’t that bad ! I spoken with several car mechanics and I been told that ford 6 cylinder turbo charged trucks are having engine problems !
Wife's regularly getting 23 with her 22. My 13 Gen 2 Frontier get's 15 MPG But it lasted the loan has 0 rust 175.000 miles never once been in for repair other then consumables. Great little trucks.
Great review. I'm actually looking at this vs the Chevy Colorado. IMO, none of the five "hates" are deal stoppers; at least for me. I currently have a 2012 Frontier in the SV trim and never, ever had a problem. Perhaps the main reason why I may go back to Nissan.
A full size truck as personal vehicle in cities is tough to own. Tough to park and navigate. Midsize trucks are where it’s at.
Yup one reason why I went taco over tundra this year.
I don’t really think that’s true anymore. I drove full size trucks in urban environments for years and never had any issue, especially with the newer ones. I won’t argue a mid size isn’t easier, but there’s no issues driving and parking a half ton in a city. You might just need more seat time in one.
Just got my 23 Nissan loveeeee it plenty of power on that v6
my 22 frontier gets 25 mpg avg highway, and sometimes 27, and once a 28 mpg. 2 wheel drive version. Keep the throttle changes light, and keep the throttle steady. If any doubters out there I posted it on youtube shorts. This new truck is amazing especially with these high gas prices.
I bought the 2021 Frontier with the new engine and the new reansmission. I love this truck. I get 23 and 18 miles per gallon and I really do not mind. I really think that the vehicle is perfect even with the old styling. Go Frontier!!
I think you’re forgetting that Nissan Trucks have never been flashy and have always been fairly basic. This is why I like them.
I’m a 6-month Pro-4x owner. My likes are the ride, Fender stereo, there’s not 6 million on the road, low end torque, styling, simplicity. The bad are cruise control. It’s super poorly calibrated, hits 5500rpm to gain 4 mph or even on a slight incline. The leather. Don’t bother getting it. It’s 95% rubbery vinyl with tiny butt and lower back patches. It’s sticky when it’s hot, and there is no cooling feature. The defrost is LOUD on anything but the lowest two settings. The seat may work well for some, but it’s “front hinged”, meaning it does NOT rise at the front when you try to raise the seat, only the back. If it doesn’t provide enough thigh support if you have long calves when you test drive it, it never will. The back of my 2019 Tacoma had more room in the back, and had a less upright seating position. Otherwise super nice truck……
Nissan does offer orange stitching on some pro 4x models, seats , steering wheel and shifter and possibly on the dash, as far as wheel clearance, most people will either get a leveling kit or a 2 inch lift which will give you plenty room for bigger tires and clearance
you can only have the orange stitching on the non top trim pro 4x, i wanted the sun roof and sub woofer and you cant have the stitching with that option package.
Everybody has been asking for a Tacoma with better seats and a bigger engine/better performance. Now here it is and folks still complaining.
Thanks for a good review. It is a truck and while better gas mileage would be great, it is comparable to this market segment. None of the dislikes are an issue for me. The new styling is fresh and long overdue. I like it. I'll be going from a sedan to this if I don't change my mind in the next year.
Frontier= Crawl ratio 56:1 fully boxed titan frame (ability to titan swap suspension/engine) , Dana 44 locking rear (pro4x) , dana front diff, spicer transfer case, powerful vq motor, rear disc brakes, bullet proof and made in USA. Tacoma= 33:1 crawl ratio, C channel frame (on going corrosion frame recalls) , rear drum brakes, now made in Mexico, reliability declining and Toyota tax.
I owned the previous-generation frontier. I sold it because the seat comfort was terrible. It had these weird ridges that ran across the bolsters. I sat in a new fFontier today and it felt much better.
Tim, I love your channel, I must have watched 20 videos on the Nissan frontier. This is the best. You covered it all. Thank you and agree with most of your comments. I'm just about ready to pull the trigger on a 2023 leftover and part of that is due to all the research that you and other UA-camrs have done for us.
Glad it was helpful!
im 5'10, 183 and it fits me fine.
Wish they had the Pro 4x with a 6 foot bed!
Yes. Not necessarily to go off road , but just the better options of bird's eye view and comfort packages, etc.
Some would say a non-turbo engine is preferred, especially for towing. Other brands use turbos, which are "on" constantly during towing, creating mucho wear which likely means replacements ere long. My only dislike is the GDI engine, which will require a major job to clean the carbon off the valves. Toyota has the better engine, DPI. But Toyota seats are terrible for taller people. pros and cons. Wish Nissan had a DPI engine and a larger fuel tank.
Have a 2021 Titan pro 4x and absolutely love it! Nissan is making a come back.
I have a 2017 PR with 81k miles and it’s a great truck. The new Titans look so much better then the new Tundra.
My Pro 4X came with both the nice carpeted mats and a set of the rubber mats too.
Drives better than a Tacoma. But doesn’t have a bunch bs tech or gizmos that are sometimes gimmicky. I came from a lifted jeep and a ford to a frontier. Perfect blend of everything. My only gripe is the low res cameras and no wireless CarPlay. But power transmission and previous proven longevity. Touch points are also feel luxurious. And buttons simple buttons and gauges. I know there is a lot of Chevy/ford and Toyotas fans but Nissan Frontier is severely underrated
Keep up these 5 likes and 5 dislikes videos. They are great and could be used over and over again. Big fan
Well, it is best to look at all the midsize trucks in person at all these things before you buy. The Ford Ranger has a 4 cylinder so it should have better milage, as for fancy interior details this is a truck not a BMW . My brother bought this Nissan Frontier crew cab in blue and is picking it up this week April 2022. We both took a test drive in it and looked it over and we see no problems it is just a good all around truck. The hydraulic steering is great old school and more reliable than electronic glad to see Nissan put that in the engine. For what we need this truck will do the job just fine and will be better off road trails in narrow tight spots unlike full size trucks here in Colorado. We do not need a full size truck harder to park in spaces and just too big the midsize are just right and this Nissan was the pick over the other makers for price and features.
I think the Frontier is the perfect size. I have 40 acres and I refuse to spend 20k plus for some overzealous golf cart. A Medium size pickup does the job and still can go on a road trip with it.
Well, take off your hat might help to get in better. I have 2022 PRO4X without leather option package and it comes with orange stitching /accent thru-out the cabin looks much better and fancier beside there is no ventilated seat option for leather which it gets fry pan hot in Summer time.
I love my new Frontier and I call it the best all around truck and I have seen off road comparison between Tocoma vs Frontier ...they were neck and neck...well, Tocoma was a little better on the front approaching angle but who takes brand new truck to the rock climbing, I wouldn't.
On the Pay-Load testing, truck bed went down only an inch (can't remember it was 500 lbs or 1,000 lbs) and the result was better than all mid size and some of full size truck.
Highly recommendable.
Make sure you get the bed extender and sport roll bar (2 1/2 inches thickness) for added safety.
I’ve had my pro-4x since July, it’s been pretty durable. Dented the skid plate already though
I drive a Silverado but I'm honestly tempted to trade it in for the new Frontier. It looks good and I could have some fun with the PRO-4X. Plus parking a full-sized can be a pain in certain situations. I like having a full-sized truck just to have one but I don't *need* one. A mid-sized would serve my needs just fine, even though all my buddies would make fun of me if I make the switch. Anyway, thanks for the video; I'll take it into consideration as I mull it over.
Same.. my buddies would roast me if I showed up in a midsize 😂😂
You could buy a Tacoma with a manual gearbox and tell your friends real trucks have gearboxes.
@@Salvitrojan7 get a gladiator
Who cares what your buddies think! Real men do what they want to do and don’t follow the crowd.
@@CanadianProho Amen. 100% Correct.
Another great video!!!
All the negative things you mention here, my uncle had the exact same opinions with his mid 80's Sentra. Lol.
Nissan will always be Nissan. Honda will always be Honda, Ford will always be Ford. Etc Etc.
Before condemning the floor mats...see how well they wear. The best looking carpeted I had in a Denali wore out is about 9 months (driver side where right foot sat). As for ruber with a pro package, worse than weathertech and that is bad. Slippery when dry can only imaging when wet (weathertech are slippery when wet). My advice is winter, use Husky.) Brightness ok. Seat adjustment you should check before buying. I can say 6'2, proportional body it is a-ok for me. Hood...yes, that could use and extra six inches; need helmet if working on it. Smaller engine moving heavy truck vs. truck not that much heavier with larger engine. Do the math, MPG will be close
No telescoping steering wheel. No cooled seats. No turn indicators on the side mirror. Back seats are too upright. Other than that it is on my short list of potential trucks to buy.
I like my 2016 Frontier added cold air intake and pedal monster
just got a 2022 sv 4x4 and love it when you compare it to Totoya, Ford, chevy to me Nissan blows them away in price and comfort... oh get the truck without the sunroof and you have all space you will need (headroom) i am 6'1 zero problems ... the sun roof eats up to much space
Just bought a 2022 frontier and I'm getting an average of 23 miles per gallon in city driving. Better than my Toyota corolla with a four cylinder engine. Go figure...
When I looked at the new Frontier my overall feeling was that they just refreshed the old Frontier and could have done so much more. When I realized there was no telescoping steering wheel that killed it dead. 44k and no telescoping steering wheel?
Bought a new King Cab SV 4x4 this past week. Already getting 23 MPG around town. You forgot to mention that Nissan got rid of the gutless 4 cylinder engine. They put the 6 in all their Frontiers now. I owned and drove a 2007 Tacoma 4x4 King Cab for 8 years, there are no doubt some improvements like the Mercedes inspired 9 speed transmission. Otherwise driving a Frontier is so similar to a Tacoma, I almost couldn't tell the difference. You road tested a Pro 4X, it obviously has more bells and whistles for Off Road use. I traded a 2019 Frontier SV 4x4 in for the 2022 with the same package, and the first thing I noticed was ground clearance. The 2022 seemed to have quite a bit more ground clearance. I am having the rails installed to help a little. I had the rails on the 2019, but did not need them,. The rails were a cosmetic upgrade on the 2019, on the 2022 for a shorter person they are necessary. You also forgot to mention that Nissan has done away with the chrome. The only thing that appears to be chrome are the fake chrome cheesy looking factory wheels that come on the SV. In the 2019 the electronics package was way behind the times. The electronics in the 2022 are a vast improvement. I don't know why you think the tires will rub on the back, unless you made it happen. The suspension, even on the SV, is very stiff.
I wish they would’ve revamped the whole truck from the frame up. My wife bought a 2020 and I’m glad she got it before the new body because it’s the same truck just a lot more money and more bling and gadgets is all.
I’ve had mine July last year, I did a Jeep badge of honor trail in Colorado with it, it wasn’t bad.
I have had 2 frontiers and had hardly any issues with either one , I had a 2012 sv king cab 4x4 and a 2018 sv king cab 4x4 and I am currently looking at another, one thing I noticed was ,I use mine for work, so I just want a basic work truck with 4x4, I can order a king cab or double cab 4x4 s model, the only option I want is a class 4 trailer hitch ,and that's all, I looked across the entire country and they have none like that, In fact I didn't see a s model with 4x4 and hitch any place in the country. They always have a stupid technology package but no hitch to tow, I would think most people want a hitch for towing so most dealers would order that ,even before any other option, so now I am going to try and order one and see if I can get one the way I want for 2023
Appreciate you showing this, I believe I will keep my 2016 Frontier SV for now. Nice truck but you showed how they come up short on it.
The button lights I like being dimmer because if they were bright, it would be a distraction for me. Head space can be gained slightly if you recline the seat back just a bit but it is small with smaller trucks.
I just bought a blue pro 4x for my wife. She loves it, I love it. The fact that it’s a reliable non turbo v6 with every safety feature give me peace of mind knowing I’ll never get a call that she broke down or curbed the rims.
You know what opinions are like an everyone has one. I'd rather have the Nissan over Toyota. The Toyota has more plastic than the Nissan... and myself have a 2022 and I get an average of 24.5 on the highway and 19 in the city..
I can definitely see where you are coming from. As someone who spends waaaaay too many hours in a bunch of different brands of pickups for work. I find some of their interiors are way too bright with all of the switches and dials and screens. After 10+ hours I find some of them really tire out my eyes with all the light shining at me. Especially up here in northern Canada your commute for a large part of the year is in complete darkness. I would like to just have a dimmer toggle but I find the orange color and the slightly dimmer light to be a nice change.
My Silverado has a dimmer switch I hate bright dashboard at night It totally blinds me
Bought a 2022 sv, getting 25-27 mpg highway . So is my dads 2023 . Never had a vehicle get better than the factory rating before lol
Fuel economy is a concern in this segment. Full size trucks equal or surpass the EPA ratings on this otherwise great vehicle. I wonder what real world numbers are like?
Yes you are correct, I had a couple of Colorado crew cabs 4 wheel drive loaded units. Last year I bought a 2021 gmc 1500 crew cab elevation loaded and it was a 5 grand difference. Once you take the rebates in to account it was 1 grand less the the Colorado? Fuel mileage is about 1.5 mpg on average more in the full size truck? The only thing I miss with the Colorado is the easy of parking, turning radius other than that the full size truck is so much better.
Toyota is still king of the midsized trucks. Just wait till they redesigned the all new 2024 or 2025 Tacoma. Heard rumors they may offer a V6 twin turbo charged engine that’s in the new tundra. At least 400 horsepower and 500 ft lbs of torque or maybe more as an option. Heard Toyota will end up adding more horsepower and torque to the tundra as well. That would be badass to have that much power in a light 4wd Tacoma.
Had an Ecoboost turbo setup. Unless you stay off the boost all the time (impossible in city driving) the best you’ll see is 14mpg, so there’s that.
I'm 5' 5, truck fits me perfect, and mine has the orange stiching and logos through out the inside Interior
I have the pro 4x
Good looking vehicle for sure. But I take a Tacoma over this any day. In 3 years Tacoma will have zero issues and high resale value, while this will be mediocre. How can it not have standard LEDs in 2022 with new design?
The Frontier will have zero issues also. The Tacoma isn't perfect (Camry engine and poorly programmed transmission). The Tacoma is far superior though in it's available configurations. "Building" a Frontier on the Nissan USA website is pretty sad. Very few options, and anything with a 6.5' bed has the lowest options, it's ridiculous. For that alone, I'd put the Tacoma above the Frontier. Oddly, Canada gets much better options for the Frontier.
I live where hardly any traffic lights. My new Pro4X MPG went up to 26 when driving under 75 and using Cruise Control.
I love my Frontier.🥰🥰
So, I agree it could use a telescoping steering wheel, but I bought one last month and fit fine in the driver’s seat at 6’5” and it’s comfortable for me.
Direct Injection concerns me a bit. I have a 2016 with a 4.0. I trust my engine over the long term reliability of a DI engine. Carbon build up will require more maintenance and questionable future reliability IMO
Can always get a catch can or similar to keep as much oil away from the intake as possible. I have one on my Focus ST and the intake ports ar 75k look pretty good still. Catches about 2-3 ounces per 5k miles.
The tacomas have both DI and Port. Don't know why nissan skipped this
@@beexiong2995 It can be nice for the average consumer, but it is an extra cost/complication to keep both. If the inherent design keeps carbon build up to a minimum, I dont necessarily think there's anything wrong with a pure DI engine arrangement, especially if you use your vehicle in a more aggressive manner regularly (heat and rpm seems to help curb buildup issues).
@@ALMX5DP direct and port injection is used on mass produced vehicles like the F-150 and tacoma. It's in most lexus products as well which happen to be arguably the most reliable vehicles.
@@beexiong2995 sure, just saying it is an extra cost and complexity versus not having it. If the design doesnt show the need for it, may not have been worth the cost or R&D to develop.
I can see your opinion on this truck and respect it. Unfortunately I'm looking at 3 trucks right now. This one, Ford Ranger XLT and Chevy Coloardo. For the options that I'm looking for with the Frontier SV trim with technology and convience package for Nissan's price, I would have to go to a Ranger 302a package which would put me in a fx package or bump me to Lariat. Don't need 4wd and I'm in Florida....no leather....lol. I am also not sold on the Chevy Coloardo as a reliable truck as well. Again, with those options, I would have to go up to a Z71 with still not all options. I believe for the money and reliability this is will be the new dominant truck for the price.
I own a Colorado 2019 it only has 16,544 miles on it that thing has been nothing but problems do yourself a favor and stay away from the Colorado number one: I had to have the factory windshield replaced because of a defect number two: the transmission shifts hard coming out of first the technicians couldn’t duplicate it so it still does it. number three: the battery went dead it had a dead selling it had to be replaced. Number four: had to take the truck in because the brake cable was too tight and had to be adjusted the tension would cause the E brake light to stay on sometimes, and burn the brakes. 5: and the most recent, The check engine light came on indicating that something was wrong with the stabili-track track the stability track controls the throttle body, electrical components, and the fuel system. The truck sputtered and I told funny throughout the day for probably 24 hours I let it sit overnight and the next day it was fine The technicians found the code but couldn’t find the source of the malfunction so they told me it would happen again and when it did to bring it back in. I’m in the process now of dealing with GM to have them either replace the truck altogether with a different model or a refund but I’m not holding my breath it took them 2 to 3 weeks just to return my phone call do yourself a favor and stay away from GM. Keep in mind I don’t drive my truck hard, always do the oil changes on time, but even if I didn’t at 16,000 miles I should still not be having all these problems
@@ChamberedElite77 ....thanks for the heads up...I was wondering about the transmission issues that started in 2015. I like it because of the outside look of it and the roomy cabin. Since you notated your issues, I will scratch that one from my list.
@@jimstorm1622 I just traded in my 2018 Z71 Colorado (bought new) for the new Frontier SV 4x4 with all packages. Been a Chevy Guy all my life (I'm 62) and I loved my Colorado. Why did I trade it in? Because about two months ago the torque converter started going bad for the second time. This is a known issue for the Colorado. Instead of Chevy correcting the problem, they just repair it. I still had 10 months warranty left, but, what happens when it does it again in another 2 years? That's a repair that comes out of my pocket. I originally wanted a Tacoma, but, after test driving the Frontier, it was a no brainer for me, the Frontier in my humble opinion beats out both the Tacoma and Colorado. Yes, the steering is a bit heavy, but not that bad. Many young people don't know what vehicles with no power steering was like.....lol. The seats in the Frontier are truly amazing. I broke my back in a motorcycle accident in 99 and I also have three herniated discs in my lower back. These seats are better than any I have ever sat in. BTW, I'm 5'10" and I have plenty of headroom. As for the floor mats, I personally didn't think they were cheap. The type of carpet they use actually makes it easier to clean as debris doesn't become trapped as easily as others I have had. And not a real big deal to me as I just received my Weather Tec floor mats today, now those rock. My only complaint is that even with the trailering package it doesn't come with an integrated trailer brake. I feel Nissan really dropped the ball there. It really is a great truck though, I love mine.
I just picked up my 2022 Pro 4X, 2 months ago after switching from a 2021 Tacoma TRD Off-Road and average 24 mpg on my 85% highway, 15% backroad, work commute going 55-60 mph. Not as good as the 26 from the Tacoma but the comfort of the Frontier more than makes up for it. I am 6’ 4” and while my hair may brush the moonroof cover a little bit sometimes, it is only if I sit up perfectly straight. I don’t typically wear a hat while I drive but when I do, I don’t feel the roof at all. I do miss the abundance of cup holders in the Tacoma but the large cup holders in the doors for my 40oz hydro flask is amazing.
6’4 with a moon roof?!?!
I’m 6’1 (long torso) and couldn’t get the moon roof at all.
I had a 2008 Nissan Frontier I bought brand new and I loved it had it about a year then traded it off i really liked the v6 it had the most
Why did you trade it? I'm looking at a frontier vs Tacoma and trying to make the best decision
The most I’ve gotten highway is 25-26 miles per gallon. 17-19 city
One more negative…when you lower the back seat..it is a cloth like materials..that can be damages easily…no hard bottoms…and in make slow turns..the steering is really heavy!
I do like your opinions!
Aloha
Maybe you could add a addendum to this video to address the question everybody is waiting on to be answered....
Did Nissan finally fix the turn radius issue on the Frontier?
I have driven school buses with better turn radius than the prior Frontiers.
How does this model compare?
I can’t believe no one has answered this question either.. it was one of the top 3 complaints of the previous frontier
This will be my first Frontier, not sure about previous models, I can tell you, turning radius is abysmal, compared to my 2019 Nissan Rogue. However nothing I can't adjust to. I have the 2022 Pro4x
Sorry, I hadn’t heard about the commotion on this issue. I thought it was fine. Didn’t stand out to me.
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Well I will put it this way ....I am wondering when someone will come- up with a retrofit Mod. that fixes the problem on the earlier models, it is so ridiculous.....
how Nissan missed this I will never know.
I have made so many three-point turn U-turns in the last 2 years my right wrist has CARGO-Tunnel.
I've had my 2022 Frontier for about a month. Turning radius is much better than the 2017 I used to drive. One thing that not everyone will like is the stiffness of the steering. I like it, makes it feel more like a truck. I almost bought a Ridgeline which felt like driving a Sentra with a bed
Thanks Tim..great video..I'm looking into a mid sized truck...tacoma is my first choice but still shopping around...test driving everything ...stay safe dude
Lack of turbos is a giant plus.
I laugh everytime you say “straight v6”. Makes me think of a combined straight and v style 6 cyl
This or a Ridgeline? I know they aren't really comparable for capability. However, I've always been a fan of the usability and comfort of the Ridegline, and ADORE that 3.5 V6. I like the Frontier for the looks and the off-road chops, but I'm not sure if it is actually something that would swing me. I would love to drive one but I have only ever seen one and that was while I was in Arizona.
Check out the Ridgeline with the HPD package. It might just be the ticket giving you some more off-road vibe with the Ridgeline.
@@Pickuptrucktalk that is true. I have seen one and really like the looks, minus the overly aggressive cladding. In reality, I don’t think I’d ever use the Frontier to its full potential, and a Ridgeline like that would most likely do everything I need with ease.
I agree, the ridge line is a great option, but I can’t get over its feminine looks, especially the side profile and rear. The front they worked on a bit but still looks weak. Very practical in its layout.
@@gagers6620 The Ridgeline of course has its own shortcomings, but it's also so good on some areas. While the infotainment totally sucks along with the push button gear selection in newer models, it's just so damn spacious inside. Tim didn't show it in this video, but everybody else's back seat design/stowage ability is just terrible compared to the Ridgeline. I have 3 teenagers that fit comfortably back there. To some this may not matter so you just have to consider what your needs are.
I absolutely hate the red/orange buttons at night. I had a 2007 Frontier nismo. The orange gauges were horrible… it would be a deal breaker for me now….I see the instrument panel is white now which is way better. But they need to do the buttons white also
I normally don’t make these kinds of comments as it’s always good to highlight flaws in any review, but man, those cons are kind of ridiculous…
Appreciates the competitive pricing, but first con is the carpet floor mats?? Equates lack of interior visual styling (when they have an option with orange accents) to lack of quality? The cabin lighting looks better than usual imo, those buttons and gauges all look highly visible without being obnoxiously bright due to the orange tint. Wheel room at the fender is hardly a factor when articulating at an angle, and anyone putting on tires larger than 33s is going to get a lift.
Want some practical cons for this vehicle, some of which we should push Nissan on?
- Turning radius genuinely sucks and sucked on prior gen as well, this should have been addressed in the redesign
- No wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto despite other Nissan vehicles having this in 2022 and the truck having wifi capability, why release a full redesign without this, and why offer a wireless charging pad when you’re going to have to plug in your phone anyway?
- No integrated trailer brake controller, truck is wired for it but they don’t add it, surely the cost would be negligible, offer it as an option at least
- Camera resolution on the nice upgraded 360 system is rough for 2022, spend a tiny tiny bit more on cameras to make them sharp, it’s worth it
- Those nice orange colored interior accents I referenced above should be included on the leather trim package as well, makes no sense that the premium interior looks more bland than the standard, and if you want the good speakers and the moon roof you have to get the leather too
- AC vents for the rear passengers would have been be very nice, it was not a thing on the 2010s midsized trucks, but willing to bet all the other new gens will have it, my 2011 base model Grand Cherokee has rear vents, I’d appreciate if any high trim 2022 vehicle would have them for the comfort of my rear passengers or dogs
Love that new Frontier. Just wish it were 1-2” taller r ground clearance.
Just get a lift n level and your set
its a mini titan, and i love my 2021 pro4x
The 2023 have the color accents and wireless apple carplay. I'd rather them cheap out on the color accents then the mechanics.
agree on the seats. me driving more than 500k miles and continuing , seats are very important. specially for your health.
Huh- seems like a better version of the old Tacoma without a turbo and nice seats - isn’t that what everyone has been asking for? Maybe will check one out.
The 4x4 weighs about 4500lbs, about 200 lbs less than my 2002 F150 Supercab 4x4, 5.4V8. It is rated 50 hp higher but over 70 ft lbs torque less. I'm sure the fuel economy is much better. highway rating on mine is 18 vs 22 for the Frontier.
5.4 V8...no thanks. Especially a 3v
@@Blue-moon12 The 2V 5.4s were very reliable, more reliable than today's Chevy 5.3s with their cam/lifter issues and the the 3.6 V6s with their timing chain failures and more reliable than the Hemis with their cam/lifter problems.
Since I replied to this video, I sold my 2002 F150 which was in very high demand and sold in 3 days then bought a new 2023 Nissan Titan Pro 4X. I love my new Titan. It's so comfortable, quiet, and powerful that it's a pleasure to drive!
Very nice summary! I totally agree
Great video. Nissan trucks do seem underatted. Would you do a video on a 2021 Nissan titan xd pro 4x? Or just a regular xd
XD Titans are really hard for me to get sadly.
How could you not mention the near vertical back seat? This is my biggest reservation against buying this truck.
I'm a little confused, as to why no one ever mentions THE 5 YEAR WARRANTY!!!!!
Now I’m glad I bought a Tacoma over the Frontier. Dec. 23 Consumer Reports shows the Frontier is now dead last in midsize reliability 😳
The low hood was a problem with the previous generation Frontier as well. I have a 2009.
For bigger individuals/ buy a full size truck
The MPG is almost the same as a Tacoma
Get rid of the 17' rim and go with a 16' rim would be the best bet!
Make sure if you buy new that the wheels are torqued correctly. Saw a few videos where the lug nuts on the wheels were barely tight. Lack of quality but it is what it is. I would co consider buying one though
I owned 5 Astro/safaris before their death in 2005, I have spent many 10-12hr days sitting in those seats and as long as 19 hours never had a complaint about seat comfort. So did GM kill off all the seat engineers? Apparently in Guantanamo bay, GM's compact truck seats have been used as an interrogation device and have proved to be a very successful method of extracting information from their residents. Yes, they are that bum numbing. One downside of the Nissan's will be a lack of reliability. The reason the prior models were reliable was because of the decades to fix the problems. Both the Titan and Pathfinder have been underperforming in this category especially when newly refurbished.
I had a 2004 Frontier with the non supercharged 3.3 and that truck was a tank. It was slow and the interior was tiny but that truck just ran and ran. I traded it in in 2019 on an f150 and although I'd never go back to a smaller truck, if I was in the market for a mid size, this would be the one.
I thought so too, but after test driving all the midsize trucks, there’s a clear winner. Not the frontier, not the Colorado, and not even the Tacoma. It’s the ranger. And it’s really not close. The ride is more comfortable and dear god the drivetrain is so much better than the others.
I had an 02 Frontier supercharged. It was a tank in the fact it went everywhere. Did great doing up ski runs and utility access roads. But that 3.3L engine needed the supercharger. I'll take a supercharger over a turbo any day.
Good on Nissan for sticking with a tried and true V6.
How’s does Nissans warranty compare. Should this be a reason to consider over competition?
That’s a really solid question. A quick Google search and it is the same as Tacoma, Colorado and Ranger.
I bought a 80k warranty on the Rogue.
you buy a 100k warranty if you wat.
you should always opt for it if you intend on keeping your truck, I always kept my trucks and God for bid something dose happen , a little part could be huge Bill.
I a Chevy s10 in 2001 peice of CRAP, 100k warranty again and the ball joint kept going and I was like wtf and Chevy kept replacing them and must have hated me .... lol , I got to know the service people very well at that point!!
so paid it off and bought I bought another Nissan frontier witch was my 3rd Nissan Frontier witch were are so much more reliable .
I've owned a 1989,1993,2005 Nissan truck are fun to drive!!
Toyota used to pull up to me and want to race 😆🤣 Nissans are faster!
So buy the extended warranty along with what they offer!
Buy the way , you can talk the price of the warranty down with the finance dept !!!
My wife and I did it with the 2018 Sl Rogue, remember your not working the deal to you sign all the papers and your pulling onto the road from the dealership!!
My wife and I saved a lot of money getting the warranty down in the long run!!
Also us a price club to buy your truck, we have Costco whole Sale clubs.
Hope this you out!!
Brad.
You are seriously stretching on the dislikes...compared to the other trucks in this class much of that is exactly the same or the Frontier is better. You need to watch some of the other Frontier reviews by other UA-camrs that compare it to its competitors.
How do we know how reliable it is? The engine and transmission have only been around for 2 yrs…
Nissan has never made a bad 6. Ever. They started putting them in consumer vehicles in the 60s. A long line of award winning 6s. No reason to believe this one will beany different especially since they had an unhurried development. Mercedes, Toyota, GM, etc, they all had 6s with design issues before. Not so Nissan. And that transmission also does duty in the Titan a full size with a V8. That bodes very well for a V6 mid size application.
Meh, I will stick with my big boy truck. Can’t go back to midsize once you go big boy. Plus the prices of these fake trucks is ridiculous
Almost bought one but i just couldnt pass up the Toyota reliability for a first year. Nice looking truck though
I'm like you lol. I would look at other trucks then I realize the Toyota reliability is hard to beat...
The Tacoma's reliability is spotty, and the Frontier isn't really an all new truck.
If the new Frontiers reliability is anything like the 2nd gen it will be an Awesome truck as the 2nd gen reliability is great.
Good work as usual Tim! Only car channel I trust...;)
Excellent video Tim thanks!🎉
Definitely in the market for it it’s cheaper then a Tacoma but is it reliable like one ?
Tim, is the Frontier still a value leader? How would the price of say, a reasonably equipped SV trim unit, compare to that of a similarly equipped Tacoma or Ranger? The Frontier looks good, but it doesn’t lead the category in any one area, so I believe that it needs to lead in price in order to be highly competitive. Nice video. Thank you.
I think sort of which is why I had that pricing section in the video. You can build it up to be comparable with the Tacoma, but you can also strip it down and get it at a lower price point.
I think you could probably find lower trim levels on the lots for cheaper than a Ranger, however, that is when you can actually find trucks on the lot.
Nissan frontiers in the portland area are even more expensive than tacomas.
@@Pickuptrucktalk Of course, you could pay more or less, depending upon how well you equip it. The question is whether a comparably equipped Frontier would cost the same, more or less than a Tacoma or Ranger. The old Frontiers could be had for several thousand dollars less than competitive models, comparably equipped. I wonder whether this is still true. From my recent build on the Nissan web site, a well-equipped SV trim was almost $40K, so I doubt that they have the same price advantage as before. I would still consider a Frontier because of the power train and styling inside and out.
@@warrenbarnes9653 agreed. I haven’t priced them very much, but it seems like they aren’t the value driven choice now.
This is a very sharp truck. I'd love to see the GM twins get a tougher looking exterior like this.
I can’t wait to see what GM does when we do see their redesigns. Also looking forward to the 2.7 turbo engine being on offer.
I'm glad a own a Gen2 2016 it has much more room for some reason i am 6'-3" and getting into a Tacoma was painful bang my head etc so with this new Frontier looks smaller inside from Gen2
Looks like they tried to shrink areas and add to others. The front seats for example are narrower. The rear legroom increased but what you gained, you lost in the angle of the seatback position. Its almost vertical