The 2022 Nissan Frontier SV Is A Modern Version Of An Old School Truck
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- Опубліковано 15 вер 2024
- Until last year, the #NissanFrontier was the oldest brand new pickup truck you could buy in America. For 2022, #Nissan finally give the #Frontier the full redesign it deserved and while the look on the outside and inside is new, there is something about this #FrontierSV trim that still feels decidedly old-school in its delivery. For those of you who demand a traditional truck but in a more modern form, it’s certainly worth a consideration.
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Happy Friday everyone! We hear that Nissan might be revealing a new, even more off-road capable version of the Frontier next month at the Chicago Auto Show. We will be there to bring you all the coverage live from the Windy City! Any ideas on what this more off-road ready version of the Frontier might be called?
Frontier warrior. They have it in Aussie and Asia already
Bring back the Nismo
What!?! I just bought a Pro 4x w/ Luxury package…
@@patricklachance3187 No worries. the PRO4X is fine + capable truck. Whatever they are introducing will also be extra $$ of course : ))
Can you guys test the SV 4x4 model off-road on the trails? Everyone else is posting videos of the Pro4x model offroad. But someone like me cannot yet afford a $45k truck. Thanks!!
I love that you get the mid-trim!
Of course we all want to see and probably own the best version of vehicles and the features, but reality is not many can afford that.
It's great to see middle trims and even lower trims that surely are going to be volume sellers, unlike the loaded versions.
Keep it up Redline!!
True, it’s a shame automakers usually only send the highest trim to reviewers.
Nissan says 65% of their sales will
Be Pro 4X…
@@patricklachance3187 yeah no way
@@ghostlegit that will be it for sure in Canada. The dealerships mostly get pro 4x with the luxury package… weird how the pricing in the US is almost the same than in Canada. That’s why the sales will be high here and not as much there.
@@patricklachance3187 there’s no way because they aren’t going to make it 65% of their production.
This is a mid size TRUCK!! This size used to be the Full Size back in the day. It’s not an SUV or AWD vehicle…it’s a truck! Glad they kept it simple in the changes. Exactly how you worded it…good bones with a modern touches. Glad the motor is still naturally aspirated vs turbo like the popular trend.
Exactly. Less is more.
I agree with you, 100%. Yes, it’s got a nice big naturally aspirated V6 in it too; PERECT!
The only Nissan Scotty killer approves.
That's a lie. He likes the titan as well.
So what
It was an error not a lie... deebag@@MrT4free
Scotty is bought and paid for by Toyota
I like that they updated it and kept it simple. Perfect.
6.5 seconds to 60mph is really good actually. Didnt expect it to be quick at all.
Just picked up my SV 4x4 this past weekend. Love it. I've had 3 new Frontiers so far. A 2001, 2003 and now the 2022. Great trucks.
AWESOME! I had a 1989,1993,2005 loved them All! The 05 was great off roading, I took gentley in the mountains!
I never needed a locker or crawl control
4low with hill assistance was the bomb 💣!
Comments are 50/50 from what I’ve seen. I’m still not sure why people feel like they need to live in there car or truck. Especially when all vehicles loose money. As long as it’s dependable that’s all I car about.
I love this new frontier; I loved the previous style as well. It’s rugged looking and yes, it’s simple. I love the fact that Nissan stayed with a V6; none of this turbocharged 4 cylinder crap. A truck needs at least a V6. This has got a nice big naturally aspirated 3.8 liter V6 with 310 horsepower and 281 Ft Lb of torque. I love it. Nothing like a powerful naturally aspirated V6. PERFECT!
It’s 2024. I just picked up the SL 2wd and this truck is future proof. The interior is much nicer than anything else that’s out now that’s all plastic and wannabe futuristic. This is the last real truck. No four-cylinder turbo bullshit.
Glad to see Nissan still in the game and bringing out a decent and well built truck.
I like this Design. I have no Complaints about the vehicle iat all. No a Nissan fan but that's a true truck. I know a few people with the older model and they love it. I see them on the road and seems like there doing good in sales.
I own the SV sport but honestly wish I would have spent $7k more for the pro 4X. I can’t complain though, very solid truck so far.
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I have regular sv only thing I wish I would have gotten was 4x4 but 2x4 no issues with no traction yet
How come ?
Guess you like all that cheap looking orange trim. Looks like a pimp wagon.
I like the look of this truck. It didnt go crazy with the front end grill and it looks good like that.
Honest review, but at the end of the day it’s a truck. Most folks won’t get this trim level. I think we’re expecting too much from trucks and want them to be SUVs. I think Nissan struck a good balance here and should compete solidly with others in the segment.
Yeah honestly if I want a truck I want it to be functional and beyond that as long as the seat is comfortable and it has AC and I can hook my phone up to the stereo I don’t really care about features
expecting too much? bro if i'm gonna spend over 40k on a vehicle and keep it for 10+ years, i want as much as i can get from it.
Everything he didn't like is what I love about my 2022 Frontier, I wasn't shopping for a luxury vehicle but a truck instead. I love the stearing and brakes not being overly sensitive. I love that Nissan real world road tested the engine and drive train for 2 years before committing big plus for me.
Seen one of these Pro-4X versions at a home depot lot, it looked small but it also look big, its a beautiful truck, it looked nicer than the most of the other pickups in the lot, had a tough aggressive look, very macho pickup imo
I just leased a 2022 Nissan Frontier crew cab SV with the technology and convenience package special for $300 a month for 3 years and I'm somewhat satisfied. Truck is very quiet on the inside and the interior feels somewhat modern. I only have minor gripes. Truck still don't turn worth a damn though. Test drove a Ford Maverick first and my God what a POS that truck was.
I’ve had my 22 Nissan Frontier S crew cab for only a week now but I love it. Seems like a very solid truck.
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You won’t know if it’s solid until at least 100k miles
I've had a couple of Frontiers but now have a Tacoma. The Frontier is a better truck than the Tacoma. My Tacoma needed a new rear end diff at 25,000 miles. The Frontiers never needed any repairs.
@@georgesawtooth you’re right. I don’t want to jinx anything but my pops bought a se-v6 96 hardbody back in 04. And it hasn’t had any major repairs since. Only maintenance, which is obviously inevitable. Frontiers are honestly the most reliable mid-size truck out there. IMO
All these complaints just sound like something an old truck would have and are all the same reasons that Nissan has such a following for these relatively simple trucks.
A few misses yes, no telescopic steering wheel, and perhaps the price.
The people I know with frontiers aren't shopping Ford Rangers. Although they'll definitely cross shop with the Toyota Tacoma and that price is a little risky.
Hydraulic steering adds to driving fun. Old rack > new electric steering, in many many cases including this one.
Amazing, a grill that doesn't cover the entire front of the vehicle.
"living with this vehicle every day you're always going to be reminded that it's a truck". lol that's what i came here for.
Exactly, thank you
Thumbs up for the hydraulic power steering
Got my SV last week because I like the idea of the 6’ bed.
this powertrain combo with the 9 speed is a lot better than the tacoma
That's 7ft with the Tailgate down!:)
I want the King but want leather and a sunroof in a king cab.
I wonder if Nissan would even build that if I ordered it even though there is nothing out there.
I too like having a 6ft bed, I don't want the Crew Cab with hardly any options
I sat in a Pro 4-X at an auto show and I liked it over the Tacoma limited 4x4. It was actually a little cheaper too and I got to play with all the interior stuff with power the power on.
I say the door panel looks like it’s from the Titan. It resembles nothing like the hard plastic panel from the previous design. Come on Sofyan anybody can see that one.
Actually it is A LOT cheaper....
Here comes the Maverick fans comparing this "Mid-sized" truck to a "compact" one. 🙄.. Not even the same class size. This is a Tacoma or Ranger competitor.
The maverick isn’t a truck period lol. It’s a car that napoleon dynamite would drive
@@thomas735 its a crossover witha bed
@@hihaveaniceday9386 yep, Great for mall-terrain, All-terrain, not so much.
Please, tell Nissan to give us back the X-Terra!!!
I 2nd that. I call it the Japanese Range Rover. Solid SUV!
Lol they’ll bring it back as an EV crossover 🙄
Amen
The first time I test drove this truck the steering felt so hard to use. Once I purchased it, I love the way it handles and drives.
How do manufacturers get away with no back seat AC vents? 🤦♂️
Back AC vents were never a thing until recent years. Now did we ever get along without them ....
@@elizabethmiller7918 tell me about it.
In a smaller truck like these they figure enough air will reach from the front. In my old Corolla, there were ventilation ducts that ran under the floor/seats and blew air from under the seats.
100 percent the frontier needs a telescoping steering wheel period and blinkers lights on the the mirrors .
Nissan said the 2023 is just a carry over and so don't expect much of a change.
Most likely in 2024 when President Trump comes back will see the Hardbody with the ugly rims again, I hated them rim on my truck my 1989 had the crome rims that was a beauty my 1993 Hardbody looked tough!
Then my 2005 was Ls was omg power!
Love my 23 Pro4X best midsize truck out there.
You look pretty comfortable driving for a guy who couldn’t get comfortable without a telescoping steering wheel. I test drove one and really liked it. (And I’m a Toyota guy)
This trim is next to impossible to find. There are lots of SVs out there, but almost none with the premium package. Overall, nice review. 👍🏻
I love the new truck and really like that this has a natural V6 compared to the Turbo 4’s. They are great too but will require more maintenance in the future. But I hate that all these midsized trucks don’t have rear AC vents. I have kids and a dog. To me rear vents should be required. I’m glad this truck has a 21 Hal file
Tank compared to the Ranger’s 18. I really like the Tremor just with it was not a turbo engine.
You're very critical over the silliest things. Things that don't matter. I want to know if it's safe, solid and reliable. Not if it feels like the previous model or looks plain, or has a crease where dirt could go.
🤣 🤣 so true, thats how I feel about basically every review I watch.
He’s a reviewer making a review for the everyday consumer.
Your Thumbnail has a red line at the bottom of the picture. It made me think I had already seen this video. UA-cam puts the red line at the bottom of previously watched videos also...
I've had two Frontier's and a Colorado. I'd stick with a Nissan any day. However, the pricing on the new semi-opulent midsize trucks has become extreme across the board with Nissan, Ford, Chevy, GMC, Toyota and Honda. I've also owned F-150's (4) and a Ram. In my opinion, considering what you will be required to pay for these vehicles, the full-size trucks make far more financial sense. They have better comfort, more space, more power and nearly equal fuel efficiency. I truly wonder if these new midsize trucks will price themselves out of existence?
The fuel efficiency of the “mid sized” trucks is abysmal for what they are. Also the cost difference isn’t as big as most might think, especially if you take it easy on the options on the full sized truck.
@@tomdavis3038 You're 100% correct. Since I'm older now, I've moved to a nice mid-size sedan. However, if I went back to a truck, these overpriced Frontiers, Rangers, Colorados and so on, wouldn't even be in the picture.
Holy crap. That smart key is older than like several automakers in the US let alone most of the Chinese market
Ok
I'm not a truck person at all but I think this Frontier looks great! Not sure how this lost out to the Maverick for NATOTY🙄🤔
obviously this person was favorable to the Maverick for person reasons. Wasnt even a fair review lmao.
Nissan just recalled this 9 speed jatco transmission. Go look it up. Possible rollaway situation if you leave it in park without the parking brake on
No way
The Frontier has always been the best midsize truck but the others get the love and attention. I have a Tacoma and I gotta tell you I simply don't understand why people rave over it.
From what i understand its the reliability and longevity of the Tacoma, but is it really that much better than the Frontier? I want the Frontier but I just worry about hiw long itll last me
Tacomas are wildly popular for overlanding builds and offroading while being reliable and holding their value. Even though the stock transmission and throttle programming is garbage for mpg, you can get a tune to fix it completely. Its also cramped for some who need more space. Still People buy them for those reasons.
I recently traded in my “09 Frontier for the redesigned ‘22 SV model as well with the tech and convenience packages. I have no regrets on my choice having compared it to a ‘21 Tacoma. I like the ride, power and ergonomics better. The drivertrain is excellent and I don’t have any issue with the steering feel. The only criticisms I have are Nissan deleted the bottom cargo rails which were handy for tying down lumber to, also I don’t like the location of the start button. Overall it’s an excellent truck and I expect to keep this one for the next 10 years as well.
Congratulations man!!!
can't wait to buy mine also!!
2 questions I do have ?
1. How is Hot dose the steering wheel get when you ingagae the heated steering wheel?
2. How hot does the seats get on High and Low?
my 2005 Ls was to hot to really use High witch was a good sign if it was really cold 🥶 out In NJ .
Thank you,
Brad.
@@brad4527 my friend has one of these that I borrowed, the seats got hot in his but I didn’t check the steering wheel (not sure if his has it)
this is the best midsize truck on the market
People that go off-roading and hunting in the back country don’t want an auto mode 4wd. 4H and 4L is tried and true. I really hope Nissan does not touch that in the future
Too bad the way that SV is spec’d ( and how I would build it) it’s the same price as a base Pro-4X.
While watching this I was intrigued and went to go configure a new one for myself. I was VERY happy to see it was available as a King Cab (like my current Frontier) and that you weren't forced to sacrifice useful cargo space for useless passenger space. I could get it as a base model with painted steel wheels, and in a plain refrigerator white, which I also liked. Then we came to the one thing that my 98 Frontier has that I couldn't get on this one, and it's a deal breaker for me. There's no manual transmission option. That, and that alone means I will keep on driving my old truck as long as I can since I simply HATE driving automatics.
Looks like the Tacoma, but hopefully they don’t wait another 17 years to redesign it this time like the last gen.
I love my Nissan Frontier , saving for the new frontier
Nice review. If I drove more and still wanted a body-on-frame truck I'd trade in my 2018 Frontier Pro-4x. But for me, I think it'll be the Maverick when I do finally trade.
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Well then you don’t need a “truck” if you did a maverick wouldn’t cut it.
Look in the drivers side wheel well you can see the steering arm and it looks adjustable..i wonder if you could move it slightly to help push the steering wheel out an inch or so?
Nissan is the Nokia of automotive industries.
Very thorough explanation on this Frontier segment. I'd love to see your truck review for the Jeep Gladiator JT Sport Altitude.
This pick has a siren to find that truck in case if stolen what’s that name of the app.?
Love the wheels and body styling. I got rid of my 2021 Ridgeline and
bought a new Frontier SV. Much better truck.
Very nice update for this truck!
I owned 2 gen 2 Frontiers and I loved those trucks, mainly for the excellent value they offered. Unfortunately Nissan has made this gen 3 redesign way too expensive. Also, if you want the 6ft LWB version like I would get, several basic features (LED headlights, heated seats/steering wheel, sunroof, etc) aren't available at all...and no telescoping steering wheel either. Huge fail on Nissan's part to omit such basic items from the LWB truck. I would definitely purchase a SV LWB if I could get those features, but this is a hard pass for me. Come on Nissan!
You can get them, my dealership said they can add them
@@brad4527 Why would I pay even more to get equipment that should be there from the factory? No thanks! This new Frontier is already too expensive so no one in their right mind would pay even more for dealer installed features that should be standard. I certainly wouldn't.
@@dlg5485 I totally understand. I'm not willing to dump 40G's plus for a Sv either.
I will wait a year for these bullshit prices to come down.
Comes standard with a V6 at $28k so it's still a pretty good value. The Taco starts at $32k with a V6. Although I do agree they should have added pretty basic features like a telescoping steering wheel. That's a huge oversight that is pretty inexpensive to include.
Man i just don’t agree with the price. $42k for the SV and not even a Pro4x. In my opinion, Nissan will be successful when the price is cheaper than a tacoma. For those prices you can buy a trd pro almost. I love the look and the power and will probably choose this over a tacoma, but still!
It looks like you did the 0-60 in 4 HI. Is that correct?
6:41 What's up with the "MM" comment there? lol.
My 22 Frontier best gas mileage was 28.4 mpg. That is car like numbers for fuel economy. Fuel economy like that is incredible for a truck, especially with high gas prices we have now.
Is that what the truck is showing you?
wish the titan looked this good. can't go wrong with that V8 in the titan but the fontier looks way better
Why I’ll buy a Maverick is mpg, I’ve always wanted to have a bed for camping, beach trips etc nothing heavy and still use daily. Some of these smaller trucks should really have a hybrid option
The steering wheel adjustment is a deal breaker. Come on nissan why???
I really hope Nissan bring back the Xterra
I drive an S model and love it, stop pushing the fancy schmancy all the time.
In 2-3 years Nissan will drop its pricing to undercut its competition like it used to do with the previous Frontier. In Canada pricing on all lower trim versions is so close to the Pro-4X that it makes no sense not to buy the Pro-4X
You’re right as soon as the new Tacoma comes out they’ll take a few grand off of this. Honestly I’d buy it then because this is pretty nice for what it is
A legit question, with this class of trucks near prices of full sized and fuel mileage really no better if not worse, other than parking, what’s the point of this segment. They better come in at 10k below in price and 10 mpg better otherwise I’m buying a full size
Going off road a mid size truck can get into tight places where a full size can't get.
I think Nissan should’ve put the 3.7v6 from the Infiniti Q50 in the new Frontier. 330hp
Great video. Bought a 2020 SV Midnight Edition in late 2020. It's great but, opted for the 4X2 instead of the 4X4. Thinking about trading it in for the '22.
I had a 2014 4x4 SV, which for the most part is the same truck you got. You have newer electronics and I believe the 3.8L engine instead of the 4.0L, but otherwise it’s gonna be similar in how it drives. I literally never needed 4 wheel drive, even when I took it in 8 inch deep snow and up some very questionable dirt roads that lead into places no car should ever go (one of those ended in a sandy, muddy creek bed and I had to drive into that to have room to turn around). The truck went in and came out in rear wheel drive only, every single time. Had it 5 years and traded for an SUV with more interior space. I miss the truck, but the SUV serves my current needs better. But as trucks go, the Frontier was the most capable vehicle I’ve ever owned, on and off road. And again, not to overstate it, but I know I only engaged 4x4 mode less than 10 times in 5 years, and that was literally just for the novelty of using it and to feel it working. It wasn’t needed at all. Something about that design just made it as stable as could be, and allowed it to just GO in the snow, mud, sand, even standing water. I think knowing I had 4x4 mode if needed gave me confidence to drive into places like that, but once I found out that the truck would go I just never saw a need to engage it. And it went without issue continually, and I went off-road a good bit, and had three different snow storms where snow was around 8”, and plenty more in the 3”-6” ranges. Never an issue! So enjoy owning this truck, it has the ability to go even without 4x4.
Just bought this truck in the long wheel base version to replace my 20 year old Toyota Tundra. The LWB Frontier is actually as big or bigger than my Tundra in almost every dimension except 3 inches narrower in the Nissan. When I test drove the Frontier it felt exactly like a modernized version of a 1st gen Tundra. Perfect. The current Tacoma is gutless for towing with an overly busy transmission and really bad driving position. The new Tundra is officially a bro-dozer with it's enormous dimensions, cartoonish styling, and questionable twin turbo engine. Sadly, Toyota lost me as a customer. The Frontier is the truck I wish Toyota would have made.
the inside looks like the Frankenstein of Nissan parts bin. but I like it
I know you reviewed a Taos a couple months ago but I’ve heard they did a software update to fix the delay off the line. Where I live there aren’t many and are hard to find. Do you think you could review one again?
I don't know about everyone else but I would rather have a rear locker or another 200 lbs of payload than a screen of any size or lane keep assist/ parking sensors/apple car play or a fancy sound system.
This is the big problem with "tester vehicles". Some options and specs on the tester, never make it to vehicles the public actually ends up buying. The LED headlights, driving lights, rear brake lights AND leather interior (fake or real) are not available on the SV trim in 2024. And from what I can see on used trucks, they weren't available in 2022 either, without going up to the Pro-4X trim. This simple fact alone, pushes me away from the Frontier, because I don't want to buy a off-road spec'd truck for long term use, and Halogen lights have been outdated for years and years already.
Very Nice Bro! Get Good Drivers!
Love to See a Nismo Version
I dove this truck yesterday, getting a truck ( so I can tow a smaller trailer) next year. going to look at other trucks, but this will be the frontrunner ( pun intended). steering more than a bit heavy at super low speeds , but at normal speed, its great and not numb like most electric racks feel there days. the ride is firm and seemed to be quiet. not too impressed with seats. still need to go back to look at King Cab. non turbo trucks are hard to find. yes, if you want junk buy a gm, otherwise its a Tacoma with a v6, but seems like going turbo next gen, so no go. Also Toyota dealers will likely make you pay way way above sticker, that is not happening.
I will be ables to order one exactly how I want, so no need to compromise or get unless options I don't want.
Is the Frontier your still front runner? I have my 22’ for about 5 months now. I like it. No problems, so far. Just a few annoying interior rattles and noises. I love the way it looks. I overpaid, I could of gotten the Pro 4X for the money I paid…for an S model lol.
I think after 23,there will be update added such as a 4 cylinder engine, an optional hybrid powertrain and hopefully electric power steering.
I don’t like Nissan but this truck is surprisingly not bad,I’d still choose the ranger or Tacoma however
The “new” Taco has Toyota Yaris fuel tank capacity and a V4 turbo engine? How can we compare with an old school midsize truck like this solid Frontier… all techs and comfy interiors that you feel you are driving a sedan? Nissan made it right.
Great Trucks buy one you ll love it !!!
So far I’m enjoying my 22 Frontier SV crew cab 3.8L 4x4. Just don’t like the halogen headlights and fog lights. I’m able to get a pair of sylvania silverstar 9007 and easily swap out bulbs painlessly?
The owner’s manual says the headlight assembly must be removed to swap the bulbs. But I don’t see why you couldn’t access them without taking them out. I also have a ‘22. I do find the headlights rather dim too.
Anyone change out their cabin air filter in the 22 Frontier? I’m assuming I have to completely remove the glove box? This is my first Nissan Truck. Thank you for any advice.
You would have thought that any modern vehicle would have auto up/down on all windows by this point.
I am disappointed they did address the upright back seats. because of that now i have to wait and see what the new Tacoma, Colorado and Ranger will offer. Its said that narrow Ranger and Colorado will grow and offer more interior space than the cramp frontier. They will also have a deeper bed.
This is more like a refresh of a refresh of a refresh....
I think the bed looks a bit to stubby and the fender flairs kinda look like bubbles/ the same as the previous Nissan fender flairs
I keep switching between this and the chevy Colorado... I like the stance of the Colorado... but I like almost all of this more. But it seems the Colorado cost lest as well
Good review & great Nissan.
Really surprised Nissan used the same steering wheel they've been using for years. Why not give the Frontier the newer Pathfinder wheel? Having said that, this truck is a homerun for Nissan IMO.
No telescoping steering wheel = no deal.
In need of your opinion/ review on the raptor vs f150. Also, AT4x vs Denali. I am in the market for a truck, and only want to buy once, and ride until the wheels fall off. Best reviewer on UA-cam!!!!
I don't understand the big deal about LED lights. They keep advertising them like its some huge upgrade to have LED brake lights.
I was hoping for this 3 gen to be priced closely to the out going but being on the lower end of middle class and not really needing a truck but rather want instead I can honestly say that I won’t be looking at these or anything priced above $30k! Vehicles are absurdly expensive and I’m done with the $700-750 monthly payments. Maverick here I come when the time is right!
The interior is a disappointment. Really like the exterior styling tho
At that price would you go with frontier or Honda Ridgeline?
Newer Ridgelines look like a mini vans with truck beds, imo
Can someone do a real MPG test. Display vs actual at the gas pump
Bring the engine, taillights and dashboard from the 2022 Frontier to the 2022 Navara, It'll be perfect.
Many Nissan cars do not have a telescopic steering wheel. I don't understand why.
my wife's Rogue dose
I don't know if the Nissan Leaf after the facelift finally has.
It's unexeptable that a carmaker in back then 2021 didn't offer a tilt and telescopic steering wheel.. Every single mini compact car offers it these days so why not a freaking Truck..?
How's the 9-speed automatic?
Once Toyota updates the Tacoma it’s game over for this🤣