My grandaddy had a 2012 frontier. I wanted it so bad. He passed away recently and I begged my family to sell it to me. Everyone in my family cared about the money instead of keeping the truck for the memories and the bond it had. I wanted it before but after he passed I wanted it twice as bad
I bought a 2016 king cab SV V6 4x4 brand new. So far it has been fantastic. These are very rugged little trucks. Only complaint I have is gas mileage and turning radius. I can live with that. Im not getting 20mpg all day long like you. These Frontiers are a good deal. They are nothing fancy, but thats what I like about them. Simple and tuff. I am 53 years old and have no interest in a bunch of bullshit electronic gizmos. Affordable and reliable is what I am interested in. Thats what this truck is from my experience. Is it perfect? Hell no. But in my opinion this is a great little truck for the money and I highly recommend it to anybody who wants a reliable, tuff, and affordable small truck. I have not had a single problem of any kind with mine so far.
I just put money down on a 2010 Fronty 4x4 stick shift. Been wanting a manual again for a long time. Tested a few trucks and kept coming back to these, they seem rock solid. I like the Utilitrack bed anchors too. Hoping to have many trouble free miles. She's only got 70k so among trucks she's still young.
@@HisLostSheep Was wondering about the titan swap and turning radius. So the swap noticeably improves turning radius? I've got a 2008 fronty crew SE 4X4 long bed with 240,000. Its still going strong but the factory suspension is getting pretty long in the tooth and I'm planning on doing a lift suspension upgrade and have been seriously considering the titan swap. If the swap does improve turning radius then that pretty much puts it at the top of my list.
To each his own, but the ~2010 Toyota trucks looked great. Now they look hideous to me, and are far too expensive for a mid sized 6 cylinder. My new Pro 4X came with every option for several thousand $$$ less. No giant stack, grill, or non functional scoop though. I guess I could score those out of a JC Whitney catalog later. Maybe buy an air horn while I'm there?
mtscountrytime86 I just bought a 2017 Frontier today and like you, I am glad to see all the positive feedback and I feel I made the right decision on getting my Frontier.
Love my 5 spd. 2,.4 liter 2000 Frontier king cab XE! Such a bulletproof no nonsense road warrior to say the least, 274xxx miles, running strong with the only dashboard light glowing being my airbag light, had to replace the heads due to me overheating her, plan on driving her till the end
I like tacomas but we can all agree they're overpriced for what it is. I'm really looking at a 1st gen tundra or a frontier. People want too much for 4x4 tacomas 😂
third gen tacos have a horrible transmission too. Gutless, gear searching, early shifting, hard shifting mess. The Atkinson cycle motor with active learning BS is total piece of garbage. Plus the interior is smallish and you sit on the floor. It baffles me why so many buy them.
wAterHead102 it depends on the driver and no your little rav4 ain’t tearing nothing unless u get someone off guard I own a Toyota RAV4 it ain’t even that quick but it is good for “it”
I have a 2009 Nissan Frontier SE 4X4 with 153k miles. The vehicle had 32K miles when I purchased it. I've had to replace the cam sensors at 140K - $700 repair, and last week new struts, alignment, spark plugs and a fuel system injection clean - $1500. This has been the most reliable vehicle I have purchased and would not hesitate to buy another one with high miles. This is the first vehicle I have kept and run over 100K miles, since I had it beat into my head that all vehicles over 100K miles go to hell, I was worried. That's certainly not the case with my Nissan. I thought if I could run it to 200k that would be awesome. I'm seeing people with well over 200K miles.
@@BagboyGrubbin I was thinking about trading in my 2014 mustang and getting a Tacoma, but then I thought about a Frontier... After this video and y'all response, hell I think I got my answer. Appreciate y'all.... Oh yeah, it's gotta be older, maybe 2009. I do want no more payments 😢
sparky145 Most reliable vehicle you’ve ever owned?!?! Either you’ve been smoking something or all your previous vehicles were chevys. Nissans are extremely unreliable in general, you should not have to get all those parts replaced at such low miles. Get a Toyota you’ll save so much money in repairs.
I love my 2012 Nissan Frontier. I have pulled huge trailer loads up 19° slopes with no problem. I have driven it through 16" of snow, flooding rain,etc. Very heavy bumper to bumper box frame. I love it.
I have a Nissan Frontier. 2002. I bough it in. 2005. Used. With 20 k. Miles. Now I had it for 13 years with 215 000. Miles. Still runs like a champ. Best truck I ever had daily. Driver. Minor little repairs. If you want a truck that runs forever get a Nissan truck. Lol.
Ezequiel Gutierrez I have to agree, had one as a rental for a month after somebody rear ended my 94 Chevy Cheyanne. If I ever do decide to buy a new truck it very well may be Nissan, but that will probably wait till my 300k mile Cheyanne is dead... if that ecer happens.
My aunt had one and she used it as a daily driver. She drove it everywhere and I mean; everywhere. Still runs like a champ. She still has it for when she needs it, but she bought another because she didn’t want to put too many miles on it. She even lets her friends borrow it to use as a backup car (if they need to).
People, please for the love of god, stop making videos comparing Nissan Frontiers to trucks like the Tacoma. They aren't the same thing. The Tacoma doesn't have a fully boxed ladder frame. It doesn't have 4 wheel disc brakes. It has a plastic truck bed you cannot put anything into without voiding your warranty. It is nothing but a glorified grocery getter / bro-dozer. The ONLY advantage you have in a Tacoma over a Frontier is the fact that you can resell it for higher. That of course is offset by the fact that you quite clearly PAID more for it up front. The Frontier is the last true midsize truck made for truck owners. STILL the most rigid fully ladder boxed frame on the market of all midsizes. The best reliability (JD power most reliable truck for sale in the USA, both midsize AND full size for both 2016 and 2017, whereas the Tacoma is the highest failure rated truck in the USA and Toyota as a brand has the most recalls of any import there is.) You buy a Nissan Frontier to do work, because it is reliable, because engineering to you is more important than having an extra 16 USB charging ports added to the rear passenger doors. The ONLY downside I've found to my 2016 manual pro-4x so far is the fuel economy and the fact that they won't sell it with a moonroof/sunroof when you choose a manual transmission. The fuel economy I expect. It's a heavily built chassis and body that doesn't flex and the engine, while dated, was designed for high torque and longevity. So while the neighbor with the Taco is wondering why his truck shuts off on the highway due to electrical glitches or has his passenger side door fall off of the truck when it's less than 30 days old while at 60mph, both of which have happened to coworkers of mine in the past 3 years, you can rest assured that your Frontier will mechanically and structurally stand the test of time. Toyota just lost in 2017 the largest automotive class action lawsuit in US history when the USA proved that Toyota trucks and SUVs have significant rust damage coming off of the assembly line. Before they even hit the dealer lots as new vehicles they are rusting away underneath and that's what they're selling to customers. The USA wasn't having any of that and that settlement is over 5 billion $ now and counting. The government even forced Toyota to cease sales of the FJ Cruiser in this country because they WERE BREAKING IN HALF AT THE FRAME and Toyota could not rectify the issue. Go try and buy a 2018 FJ Cruiser, I dare you. Just sold my 22 year old Nissan frontier which was parked next to the ocean most of my naval career and the salt air did literally nothing to it body or frame. Please stop comparing the current Nissan Frontiers with some of these newer midsize trucks which are trying to drive more like cars than trucks and give you CAR interiors and such rather than TRUCK interiors. They are not the same thing.
True, but the Honda ridgeline beats ALL midsize trucks out with regards to the JOURNALISTS' REVIEWS. That truck is currently winning all of the rewards because it's giving the tech addicts who review the vehicles exactly what they want. That thing is a unibody chassis. By my definition, it's not even a truck for that reason alone. Take everything with a grain of salt. There are things people are all looking for, some vehicles stand out in some respects more than others. Unfortunately for Nissan's sales, it's strengths with the Frontier is not where the mainstream public has placed it's priorities in the past decade or so. They want a CAR like ride and good MPG. That clearly doesn't suit the Frontier in anyway. The aged Frontier here is exactly what some of us others exactly are looking for, a no frills rock solid platform with the best reliability there is, at the lowest cost. If I can't expect to get 20 years out of a truck, I won't even consider it. If it doesn't come with a manual, I won't even consider it so that wipes out all the full size trucks for me and really limits my choices to Tacoma, Frontier, Colorado/Canyon, but not really as the GM branded trucks SAY they offer a manual but they only do so on the barely produced 4 cylinder versions.
While you are correct that yes people will keep comparing the 2, it's not really a fair comparison as people are selecting their vehicles based on criteria that is important to them and the Tacoma is built for ultra light duty, if that, more MPG and looking good in the surburban streets than anything. That is appealing to people lately so it sells. That and the higher resale value. I do not deny that. You won't get someone who wants to buy a truck and sell it within 3 years to get a new one and will NEVER take it off of pavement, to buy into the merits of owning a Nissan Frontier. It just will not come close in their decision based on what else is out there.
Sorry, I just don't know how to get my point across succinctly. I am passionate about this subject and I take years doing research to find a perfect vehicle to buy. My brother owns a Toyota and he spends as much per month if not more on repairs for that thing than I do on the new car payments for my 2016 Fronty.
jkutyna lol I just traded in my 2014 frontier for a 2018 Tacoma. I’ve had 3 Tacoma’s and missed every second of them when I had my frontier. Although the frontier never left me stranded, by the time I was ready to trade it in, every speed bump felt like it was going to raddle the truck loose. It squeaked like a stage coach too. I put 265/75/16 BF’s all terrains on it and I was lucky to get 260 miles per tank. My Tacoma is getting 340-60 a tank and has beautiful features and has and will have an amazing re sale value. I’ll take Tacoma all day. Frontier isn’t even the same class
I have a 2010 nissan frontier le 4x4. I love it! Almost 97,000 miles and it's going strong! I plan on keeping it until it dies! Hoping it'll last for 300,000 plus! So far it's the best vehicle I've ever owned!
@@onlyzylo4518 Yes the Off-Road / Pro-4x ones have a factory rear diff locker. However there are aftermarket options available for non-Off-Road/ Pro-4x model ones.
I love my frontier, and it's still the only truck I'll ever own. It's simple, cheap, and built to last. I've had 3 of them, and I get a new one every two-ish years. I've had a 2013 SV, 2016 Pro 4x, and now a 2018 Pro 4x. They've all been great. No issues at all. My most recent one, is running a 2.5in Readylift with 285 BFG's. Best truck. Period.
I have a 2013 King cab Frontier got it in late July of 2022 and it’s still top notch, it’s the first truck I’ve owned and the best one, however the Toyota Tacoma is also a nice one but way too expensive
I just bought a 2018 SV Nissan Frontier, And it is a great little truck. 4.0 v6. It is nicely equipped with a fair amount of options. Mine is a crew cab long bed. Only thing I complain about this truck, Is the turning radius is wide, it doesn't turn very sharp. That's it. A very nice truck for what I paid for it.
They do that with the rear windows so they can roll down all the way if you look the door isnt fully as wide as the front so they cut it short to be able to roll down 100%
Nice, I've owned 5 (on 5th now) each one of my 4cyl I got a lil under 300k out of. My last 07' was 303,495!! I bought a 2017 4cyl SV last year with 47,921 miles on it only to get hit & totalled in December 21'!! Now, I was lucky enough to find a replacement quickly during these crazy times! I went with a year older 16' with only 30,618 miles in excellent condition. This time she's a King Cab SV 4.0 4x4, my 1st ever in the Frontiers!! So far love the power the 6cyl has over the 4cyl! Basic is good for me but it does have all the conveniences I desire (Power everything, Bluetooth, cruise, etc). Hopefully she'll go strong like my previous Frontiers!!!
I have owned a 1981 datsun pickup, 1990 hardbody, 2001 Frontier. They all had over 300K miles on them and still running when I sold them. I am still driving the 2001 model and just bought a 2016. These are outstanding trucks.
My decision tree was: Manual trans available? Choices were Tacoma and Frontier. The Tacoma had better gas mileage, so I went to test drive it. Driving position was dismal. Bought the Frontier.
@@erictheboringone5292 I had to duck down and tuck my chin to see around or under the interior rearview mirror which creates a huge blind spot ahead and to the right, and I am five-foot-eight. There was no tolerable adjustment combination to the seat back or the mirror that did away with the problem. I refuse to buy anything that will give me a crick in my neck. I have looked at the current Canyon-Colorado twins and find the same problem.
@@winstonelston5743 feel you there bro, I had to duck to see the road in the Tacoma too. Im looking at buying a Frontier test drove one the other day. Thank God im not just a little bit taller or id be in trouble. I feel like its just right
I drove my buddys 2018 Tacoma 4 door manual. Had the exact same problem! We went on a kayak trip and had to drive a portion of it and was dying from neck pain from all the ducking.
Owned mine since 2006 and have over 150k miles on it. I did have the transmission replaced under warranty after the trans. oil cooler failed but otherwise no problems. Routine maintenance, brakes and tires have been the only expense. I’d buy another one tomorrow.
Everyone who drives my 06 Nismo is suprised by it. Still torquey and peppy at 195k tows what it can tow well, rides well, handles well etc etc. Truly a half ton truck in a smaller package. Been pretty happy with mine.
I have a 2017 Tacoma and someone hit me in a parking lot.. my truck was in the shop for awhile but my rental was a Nissan pro-4x. The Tacoma is miles ahead of the Nissan as far as refinements but I actually like the power train in the Nissan over the Taco.
@@gorgewashingtonful Yeah but some of us don't believe in buying a vehicle made in Mexico. A Ford will never be on my shopping list or many others for just that reason.
@@jacknabstedt3222 NEITHER the silverado NOR the F series NOR the Ram are midsize or compact trucks. Believe it or not, but there are people who absolutely DO NOT WANT SOMETHING THE SIZE OF THE TITANIC when driving a truck down the road. It's bad enough just how big the mid size trucks have gotten. Most of the bad reviews by the hard core Ford folks about the new Ranger is that it's nearly the size of a full size F series AS well as almost the same cost. STOP COMPARING FULL SIZE TRUCKS TO MID SIZE. If I need to tow some heavy weight over 10,000 pounds, then I would be looking at a full size truck, but I and the vast majority of people on the road today do not have anything that masses that much that they need to tow.
I have a 2016 Pro4x manual as well. I thought I got rather good on the price considering everything it comes with. Consider that with Toyota wanting just north of 50,000$ for their top of the line off road Tacoma vs the 37,000$ I paid for my Fronty. I don't have the moonroof or leather due to getting the manual, but Its perfect for me. Just wish they had more color choices than black/white/silver/gray.
@@jkutyna dude you paid too much. I just bought a 2019 Pro 4X with the premium package so its got the sunroof, leather, roof rack etc... plus it had tint from the dealer it came from. Out the door got it for 35K And no doc fee either. You must have paid full MSRP. For what you got you should have paid 31K back in 2016. These are not Toyota's. You can deal allot with these at the right dealer. Although I'll admit I got an exceptional deal.
@@Shakerhood69 Actually, Tacoma TRD Pro's cost 50K and up. Dealers will often increase the MSRP with addendum prices. They don't make too many of them and sometimes get away with it. I know the Raptors will often get 5K over MSRP.
I had to get rid of my frontier for work reasons. Needed something larger. Naturally I got a Titan because the frontier was a damn tank. Miss that truck so much.
The Frontier has always been a good reliable truck.It may be very understated when compared to other trucks in its class with all kinds of tech,but therein lies the benefit of it.A simple truck to do truck work,without unnecessary complication.
I walked away from a collision with a fully loaded big rig on Sept 11 2020 while in a 2019 Frontier, Both driver and I walked away, Frontier was destroyed but it protected us 100%. Just got a 2019 midnight edition as the replacement from our insurance and its so sweeeeet
My 2011 Frontier has 160,000. The only thing that has ever gone wrong with it was the positive battery cable corroded and fell apart at about 90K miles. That was a $11 fix. Other than that, nothing but synthetic oil and filter changes every 10K miles and it runs perfect.
I am a courier by trade.I bought a new 2017 Frontier Pro-4 EX in April of 2017.Fully loaded and with a 6 speed manual transmission.Heated seats/mirrors and AC..you name it it and it has it....all of the bells and whistles along with a full 6 foot long box that came with a factory sprayed in bed liner as well as a kick ass rail system. It is now October 2018 and I have 102,519 kilometers on the truck with no complaints.I LOVE this truck and what sold me on it was the manual transmission.....took out for a test drive and I could feel how responsive the engine was with the manual stick shift.....you can milk every last pony out of the engine. Best truck I have ever owned.
I have a '11 Suzuki badged Frontier. Great truck no major issues with it. 86 k miles and still going like it was from day one. Only problem I had was a wheel bearing went bad. Replaced it under warranty.
I bought a new one in 2012. LWB 4x4. Been a tank. I have just done maintenance by the book. Only thing I have had to replace was a battery cable end. Solid truck.
Thanks for this video. I just got a decent deal on a 2017 Frontier (used) and I agree with your assessment. I didn't know anything about these trucks until after the purchase and aside from a few minor gripes, I am super happy with it. I also have a 2 wheel drive SV and want to get slightly larger tires and a modest lift. Good to hear MPG hasn't suffered. I am consistently getting about 19.5+/- MPG combined (mostly highway). I'm pretty happy with that since I am used to averaging 17.
I own a 2014 crew cab SV, I DRIVE IT LIKE GRANDPA, I am CONSISTENTLY GET 21mpg (I rarely use A/C) in California hwy. Sometime I get 21.5mpg. I do my own maintenance. The suspension on the SV is not as smooth compared to the Desert Runner, Pro-4x, and SL trim. You will notice some degree of stiffness when it hit 65k mi. I am hoping to hit at least 300k before I put any major work into this truck. It is currently at 65k mi. Other than that, the Frontier is an solid old school truck.
@@TAmNGUYEN-wp9um Picked up a Desert Runner...Engine went out after 50 miles..think seller knew something was up.. I found another 3.3L with 90k, Just got the truck running and everything is great shape for the year! I plan on driving it like GRANDPA..Shift early cause it is so torquey and pull my utility trailer and boats. I can putts with this 5 speed. Nice simple truck with style.
Just bought myself a 2014 King Cab Dessert Runner. It's only got 34k miles on it in 2023 which is really good. I'm 15, (almost 16) it's my first vehicle. And I think I'll be more than happy with it when I pick it up from the dealer.
I bought a 2018 frontier pro-4x. Upgraded from a 01 Silverado. It’s got what I need plus a couple of extras. The price for same years tacos and other similar sized trucks are outrageous. Granted it may not have apple play or other things that other people find more appealing than a proven v6 engine. I knew the design was still the same as it was in 05. But in my opinion I like the design it reminds me of their older hard body trucks. The way I see it I have a new version of a timeless classic.
I’ve got an 05. Had timing chain issue, power steering issue, peeling paint after 7 years, rust started due to bad weld on the bed, ac started to leak after 10 years, u joints went bad at 45,000. Transmission went out at 145,000 because of torque converter. And I took the radiator trans cooler out of the loop because of possibly contaminating the transmission. Other than that it’s not a bad truck. I’d stay away from 05-09 because of multiple issues unless they’ve already been fixed. Mine is 2wd, avg. 60-100” of snow a year and I’ve never needed 4wd. Never had a front end alignment and am on my 3rd set of tires with an avg of 55k on stock set of tires. However for the price of a new one, I’d get a full size slightly used for the same price. Same gas mileage, tow and haul more, and they are quicker if you are into that.
Do you know what issues to have addressed? I have an ''08 Frontier crew cab V6 4x4 with 39,000 miles, I've had the radiator trans cooler disconnected, but what else should I do.
I've never seen anyone use a Toyota as a work vehicle where I live and I live way way up north, the people who work in the logging, rail, construction industries all drive rams, chevys, gmc and fords and the odd Toyota which never has anything in the back and seems to me that's why they have a high resale value is it's not worked to death like the other guys, I'm not a mechanic or claim to know alot about vehicles but that's what I see. I'd still buy a Toyota but they're expensive.
I just bought a '19 that looks identical to your '12, inside and out. I have never been as happy with a vehicle as I am with Nissy. Great set of wheels!
Have you researched Titan-swapping your Frontier? Google it, it's basically a long-travel suspension setup for these rigs by putting a Titan's suspension into it. Off-road performance is insane.
DRTMaverick ya I've seen it done. I had a long travel Tacoma not too long ago. Dumped close to 10 grand in suspension into that truck. I know a Titan swap is pretty cheap, but once you get started, it's all down hill. Don't really wanna go down that road again haha.
True good point, I've done an extended travel coilover conversion on my 2nd gen xterra and I'm probably $2,500 in, I'd probably be around $5,000 in with the titan-swap provided I stuck with the same diffs, but like you said once I start messing with the differentials, pricewise it's downhill. Performance-wise it's uphill hehe but it's an investment with zero return.
Frontier is great. Got my 2017 and just hit 38k. Bought an ebike so my miles per year are about to go down exponentially. I plan on keeping it forever. I always recommend Frontiers. My only issues was the EVAP canister had to be replaced after 30k.
I have a 2005 nismo, I bought it in 2014 and it has given me a lot of head aches fixing things. oil leaks, transmission, gas pump, sensors... but now it looks like is alight. I like it and I wouldn't like to trade it.
i have a 2010 s.e 4x4.its a great little truck love it it drives nice smooth good power from the 4.0 and its great in the snow.after i put some weight in the bed of course.my only complaint kinda like he said is the insides alittle cheap feeling but it seems to be holding up good.also i have the same issues wirh the dog scratching up the center console armorial wipes take them out go figure cheap easy fix
+Gazlay43 i think next time around im gunna get the pro4x.witchever i get itll be an other Frontier. also read that nissian offers a supercharger that can be bolted on with little work so im thinking about that?
Recently, I purchased a 2017 Nissan S Frontier crew cab. It's a simple truck with a 4.0 liter V-6 and 6 speed manual transmission with the limited slip rear end and 16" wheels.. While not big on creature comforts, it has the basics like steering wheel controls, cruise control, A/C, blue tooth radio/audio. Doesn't have power windows which I don't miss much because 99% of the time the windows are up. Only thing I do miss is power door locks. Here's my thoughts on the truck's strong points. 1) Much cheaper than a comparable Toyota Tacoma. 2) The truck is solid as a rock with zero rattles. 3) Gas mileage is 20 in town and 21-23 on the highway with more than adequate power for hauling and passing. 4) Seating and visibility in cab is comfortable and well thought out.. 5) 6 speed manual transmission shifts smooth as butter and makes for a good tow vehicle behind my motor home. 6) Sound system has 6 speaker, cd player, AM/FM and blue tooth for phones and aux for iPhone/iPod. 7) Short bed and cargo lights works well for most of my hauling needs and it fits nicely into my garage. 8) Seating in front and rear holds 5 passengers with a reasonable amount of room with plenty of storage space and drink holders. 9) Doesn't have a lot of electronic crap that I don't need or want. This is great little truck that is reasonably priced and economical to operate.
So my trucks not the only truck that has the problem with the plastic hedge not being flush? Mines the same way, i’ve noticed that. It’s honestly not a big deal, your video really help me out with that man. 😊 by the way I have a 2012 frontier I love it! She’s a sweet truck. I love your truck by the way.
Your window switch panel gap is related to a hook the slides under the other panel. You can remove the switch panel and place a shim in there in less than 20 minutes easy. Or glue the shim to the door panel so the hook has to slide over it. It's super easy to remove the door panels on a frontier. I've done mine probably 10 times over nearly 20 years. It's 3 screws, 1 press pull tab 1 or 2 clips including door lever cover (Depends on options) and then pull the clips that border the panel holding your door panel on. Seriously it's really easy and the clips are better made than most so you have a lower risk of damaging them.
To me the frontier is a classic example of "if it aint broke dont fix it" im thinking of getting a crew cab and had one question for you, can you fit a 4 wheeler in the bed? I have a recon 250 so its pretty small
I've got a 2015 Frontier pro4x moon roof, leather seats- pretty fully loaded. Roof rack is great and should come on every and all pick up trucks. It comes in very handy. Great truck. One thing that bugs me is that when you want to reach into the back seats to get or look for something when it's dark, there's no way to turn on the rear (passenger) light from the front. You literally have to stand up and reach into the back or get out of the truck and open the rear door and turn the light on. I can't believe that with everything else I have in that truck, that Nissan never took care of this.
I've got a 2016 pro-4x and I also really like it. What bothers me is the rear bumper. The tips stick out from the body and end up getting sand and gravel blasted. I'm constantly touching up the paint chips so it doesn't get rusty. Other than that it's a great truck.
Shrockworks bumpers fix that. One of the original aftermarket bumper manufacturers and they started with nissans and Isuzus. Never leave stock bumpers on a truck...
I have an 03 3.3 and the Wife has a 14 4.0 the 03 has 153.000 on it and the 14 just turned 160.000 That truck never stops. Only had to replace a leaf spring from her hitting a Rim off a tractor trailer on the highway and it kicked up and broke a leaf spring. Other then that it's been basic oil and tires. The 03 is a 5 speed 3.3 just did new oil pan and timing belt and knock sensor. I did it all myself for under 500.00. These 2 trucks just keep on clicking off the miles. I had to make a rear custom bumper for the 03 as the stock one rotted off it so I made one out of some pipe. Looks good and will be good this winter in Upstate NY for pulling out Toy's. We love our Nissans.
If I was into pop up camping, I could have bought a nice one out my my truck budget on the money I saved not buying a Tacoma. The Frontier came with the tow package already
I am 54 yrs old, brought a 2007 Nissan frontier 2wd. best dam thing I ever did. I purchased it back in 2012, with almost 100,000 miles on her, paid 12 grand. I have a rare truck, LONG BED, 4 door (crew cab), its maroon. and yes, I have done plenty of things to her, to keep her running great. from changing the window motors, to replacing gaskets, hoses, trans shift lock solenoids (dealer wanted to replace the whole shifter), I went to a junk yard, paid $50 bucks, now its repaired. front and rear hubs, brakes, tires, spark plugs, and the big kicker in the nuts.... the Catalytic Converter, if you change these, go to the dealership, it sucks but in the long run, its worth it. changed all 4 - 02 sensors down there also. a/c Freon leaked, repaired one 0ring, starter, struts and rear shocks and the list goes on, but to me "I LOVE MY NISSAN TRUCK". its a daily driver, and now I have well over 220,000 miles on her.... by the time you read this, i'll probably have more... but yes, the turning radius on these trucks, suck, but I can live with that...handles great and performs like I needed to. i've carried so many things in the bed of this truck... got me home in one piece, to this day 11/22/2018, I will NOT sell/trade it in for nothing... these trucks are great. simple but great! 10 stars from me.
If anybody actually crawled underneath one and seen how they're made from the ground up you can't help to not want to buy one just look at their frame Nissan has fully boxed frame not a C channel like the Toyota's Chevy's it's a joke, and really Toyota drum brakes on the rear WTF it's 2018!! Not 1980!! I wouldn't pay $40,000 for any vehicle that didn't have rear disc brakes, and plastic beds Really" I kind of like my metal bed on my Nissan. Plus my VIN starts with a 1 yeah that means made in America it doesn't start with a 2 or 3 like on Toyotas and Chevys I like supporting America not Mexico and Canada!
@@nicholasmapes Drum brakes and a non-boxed frame on the toyotas was a joke even way back in 2008. The fact it is literally the only brand in the USA that still sells new vehicles with drum brakes and non-boxed frames with it's body-on-frame vehicles is practically criminal. Throw in the fact they want their customers to pay premium prices for their vehicles, and I can't but help laughing at them and all their rusty frames.
My aunt has a frontier that she got new at the dealer 12 years ago and she loves it. It’s very reliable. I love the truck to. It has a powerful sounding engine, 4wd. A truck for if you don’t need a lot of bed room, but you need to carry some passengers; it’ll do it
Bought a 2000 Tacoma v6 auto new,put 269,000 on it with the only repair an inner tie-rod end $260.traded in on a new 2011 frontier4 cylinder 5 speed stick 7.5 years 129,000 Feels like I'm riding a scare board $1300- fuel pump $400 -fuse box $800-shock and struts $1500-replacement exhaust pipe with oxy sensor(flange just fell off pipe at header) $70 auto tensioner $250- water pump Now power steering pump is squealing That's $4500 repairs for nissan,$250 for the Toyota. You decide! I know Toyota fixed their transmission problems but with the prices I'm afraid to buy any new truck from anybody!
You bought a used truck that could have been well and truly trashed with that many miles. I don't care who makes the vehicle, with 130k miles, you're basically buying into faith in the previous owner's driving and maintenance habits. Why are you failing to point out that your 2000 Tacoma also rusted in half as that is one of the years that Toyota was forced to cover for a new frame when it lost the WORLD'S LARGEST CLASS ACTION LAWSUIT to the US government about it's rusty truck and suv frames?
Ive got a 2019 Pro4X, that i bought brand new in June 2020. It was a left over 19 and it was just as Covid was starting to let up. I love it. It came down to a Tacoma and the Pro4. Yes the Toyota has higher resale, but it was going to be thousands more. the Nissan is a good solid little truck and is great in the snow. Im really happy with it still, after 3 years ownership.
Yeah they are pretty fug.. Remember the good ole' days when you could swap out for a nice wood rimmed or other sport/racing wheel? Then they had to get all safe on us and institute air bags. smh ;-)
I bought a low mileage used 2017 SV 4X4 Frontier with V6 and auto in June of 2017. I was initially looking for an SUV with decent off-road capability with low range a requirement. Aside from Jeep wrangler, they just don't exist any more. A few Jeep models have low range but other than Wrangler not enough clearance for good off-roading. I ended up buying the Frontier. So far I'm quite happy with it, no repairs needed so far. It's a beast off-road stock, and would be damn near unstoppable with a lift and lockers. It drives like a truck, but a very civilized truck. Ride is a bit rough, but handling is very good for a truck (not bad for a car, actually). The engine has all the power I need. Complaints: Turning radius, gas mileage: I'm gettin about 17 on mostly (mountain) highway driving. Power outlets turn off when ignition is off, so I can't charge a phone when it's shut off. I can live with these (the power outlet thing is the worst for me). I've only driven it in snow once so far, but it was better in two wheel drive than I expected, even with no weight in the bed, and of course very good in 4 wheel. If you're looking for all the latest bells and whistles and a car-like ride, you won't like it, but if you want a solid, tough truck at a reasonable price, it's great.
I purchased a 2015 Nissan Frontier and the previous owner did not take care of it. I found a lot of “minor “ issues I had to address. Scratches all over the interior , a half assed paint job , and some other items I’ve fixed . Once I finally complete the “surgery “ of these last few items , I’ll get back to you and let you know what I think about it . And yes I did know about the issues before I bought it but I was in a bind and needed something immediately for work. Thanks for your time.
Nice video bro , but can you put the link to that radio or something ? I have the same truck as you and it’s stock radio and it doesn’t have an aux cord and I’ve been looking for cheap radios but can’t find any under 400
Hey, if you haven't changed the radio yet this is what I'm going to do for around 35 bucks- buy an in line FM modulator (not the cheesy ones that plug into the cig lighter, and run my aux directly into the antenna feed. I did this on a Taurus I had a while back and it was near CD quality. Eventually I'll do a radio swap but this is quick, cheap and easy since I always stream from the phone. Here's the parts list ADAPTERS- www.ebay.com/itm/Antenna-Adapter-for-add-on-FM-Modulator-DVD-CD-Changer-for-2007-2014-Nissan/321948929330 MODULATOR- www.ebay.com/itm/US-SELLER-Universal-Stereo-Auxiliary-Input-FM-Modulator-Radio-Inline-RCA-aux/272422057162?_trksid=p2485497.m4902.l9144 AUDIO ADAPTER- www.ebay.com/itm/2x-3-5mm-1-8-Stereo-Female-Mini-Jack-to-2-Male-RCA-Adapter-Audio-Y-Cable-1ft/263790724166?_trksid=p2485497.m4902.l9144
I bought a 2007 Frontier SE, 4.0 King cab 4x2 with 103,000 miles on it back in 2013. It was super clean and in almost mint condition, I now have 157,000 miles on it and going strong. The only issues, is that I replaced the stock radiator with an after market, due to known issues with them failing (I did not know that when I bought it) and I replaced the left front caliber, other than that, its the most reliable vehicle I have owned.
Last year I found a 2019 4x4 4door SV with 30k miles at our credit union. I’ve never had a Nissan truck and have had just about everything else and I love mine, I’ve installed a small lift and some vision wheels. Mine gets around 17-18 mpg but we have lots of hills where I’m from. Never thought I’d ever own a Frontier but I got such a good deal I couldn’t pass on it I’m glad I didn’t. Thanks for the video
I got a 2013 pro 4x4 Frontier crew cab love it too, just wish it had more towing capability. The reason why Nissan devided the read seat windows is so it would be able to go all the way down when you lower it, if you had a full undevided window then when you lower it it would not go down all the way because the air bags placement and such are in the way. Also I really hate that Nissan Frontier its been almost the same thing since 2005, i mean hello Nissan We are in 2018!!!!!!!!!!!! Been paying the same money for the same looks and the same engine design that gives 15-16 mpg in the city while you got chevy silverado 5.3 v8 doing 16 mpg in the city!!!!! Totally hate Nissan for that.
Right, but you would have to pay a lot more for a Frontier with a newly designed engine that gets better mpg. The Frontier is old tech. I get 20 in my SV 4x4 V6. I don't think that's too bad. My 93 Toyota with a 2.4l 4-cylinder got 18.
I bought a 2015 Frontier new like it except the fuel mileage is dismal. I got 35k on it now. I upgraded the OE shocks and struts to Bilstiens on all corners. Big improvement on the ride and handling. Stifling it and improved the handling dramatically
Nice. I just purchased an 06 from an older uncle with only 37k miles on it. He's to old to drive and doesn't even have more than 3,000 miles on his 2016 Nissan. Sentra 🤷🏻♂️ He said it "Frontier" was to big for him, So I made him an offer and he took, it just needs new tires, since they are the original BFG's and are Dry cracked everywhere 🤦🏼♂️ He left it sitting for a few years and would only turn it on once or twice a week and sometimes my aunt would drive it on his property should he ask her to. I've checked for SMOD all good. Did bypass of Transmission Coolant and only run it through the OEM Trans Coolant and not radiator, now I plan on doing the Rear Differential Mod, just to be safe. If anyone else knows of any more mods Needed, please let me know. I plan to keep it as a Classic after it's 20 years old and all these Electric cars are coming out 🤷🏻♂️
Nick Duncan nice. If you can, try to find an 08 or newer. 2011 or newer are best if you can find one in your price range. The pre 2011's have some know issues with the trans coolers and radiators
I have also owned a truck from every manufacturer. Purchased a 2016 Frontier SV 4x4 for last work truck. I average 5k-6k miles per month. Just hit 150k. Zero problem problems. I use 4 wheel drive daily. Good solid truck. No fru-fru unnecessary stuff on it.
I bought my Frontier SE new in 2005. It still runs like new today, with over 120K miles on it. It's been trouble free enough that I'm keeping if for a few more years. All my Chevy's and Fords needed to be sold after about 5-8 years, since they began to nickle & dime me to death with parts replacement. If I buy a new Frontier, it won't run any better and will only cost more to register every year. Just because of age & mileage, I'll be replacing the clutch soon, just to keep it reliable.
It's an annoyance, but that isn't a a true bother. Mine is going to be a tow vehicle and I won't need tight turns. Outside of a very tight parking lot, the turning radius doesn't matter.
Yeah but a ram 2500 is way bigger, I think Nissan just screwed up some how. Other trucks of similar size have tighter turning radiuses. I’m not saying it has to turn on a dime, but at least make a u turn without reversing in the middle of the road to re adjust.
Another thing I noticed with these frontiers is the tailgate cover. It’s plastic, which is no big deal... but with the tailgate down, the plastic lip is sticking up, so if you drag something out of the truck with the tailgate down, it can easily snag that plastic lip and the whole plastic cover rips off. I did this to my bosses truck with a big plastic pipe. Ripped the whole thing right off. And our other frontier has the plastic cover zip tied on because someone else did the same thing. Just something Nissan should of thought about more. Don’t get me wrong, I love Nissan hardbodies, great little work trucks. First gen frontiers were alright. The four doors were almost useless . You can fit small children in the back somewhat comfortably. And it felt a little cheap but not a bad truck. I really want Nissan to make a new generation already, it’s been too long. I hope they go more Tacoma route than ridgeline. But come on Nissan, keep manual transmissions and give us something to brag about rather than defend.
Really late, but there is probably a clip used to hold the window switch panel in that's broken or missing. The window in the back is designed that way so the door glass can go all of the way down in the door. It couldn't do that if it was one piece. It's a nice truck. Hope you are still enjoying it. I have a 2019. It's my second Nissan.
I have a 2011 Suzuki Equator. It’s a re-badged Frontier inside & out. Love it. Things I don’t like: the turning radius is horrible. It’s a 4x4 and in the Chicago winters it’s blasts thru deep snow with ease.
Nice looking truck! The white really pops. I've had a 2006 Mitsubishi Raider and a 2007 Dodge Dakota Lariat, but I've had a 2016 Frontier for about 10 months now and I really love the thing. (I've also had an '81 Chevy Luv and a Mitsubishi Mighty Max, heh). I've taken my Frontier hunting off road in the Pacific Northwest mountains and it never had the slightest issue. I mostly drive in the city though, so my gas mileage hasn't been great, currently sitting at 12.8 mpg, but I don't have much of a commute so it doesn't matter. I actually just had a friend review mine here if you want to check it out: ua-cam.com/video/35kPCagpLPo/v-deo.html A friend of mine just got a '18 Toyota Tacoma that has a more advanced looking interior, but there's just something about the Frontier. In a word, it's badass. One question though: I'm thinking about getting it lifted, but have never done that before and don't know where to start. How much does something like that cost, and where do I even begin looking? Thanks, and congrats on joining the Frontier family. I even wave at other Frontier drivers on the road when I see them because only they know what it's like!
They’re good little trucks. Very plain, but they do a good job. I actually just traded mine in for an F-150. Needed something that could tow a little more
I know this is a few years old but I just got a 16’ sv, I am a Toyota person but my friends frontier had 258000 miles on it only oil changes and tires, had a shell on it and he hauled appliances frequently fo his work, that sold me on Nissan trucks not to mention Nissan was quite a bit cheaper! The rider seems better than the Toyota’s I’ve been in also.
I have a '17 Frontier SV, six cylinder, 4WD. Drives great, great power for a six, and it has been reliable. The only thing that has gone wrong was I busted out a fog lamp and changing it is not pleasant. The only gripe I have is the dashboard - whatever that material is, it collects dust and resists all attempts to wipe it off. Other than that, great truck.
just bought a new 2018 4x4 SV. The interior is almost exactly like my 08 xterra. Same 4.0. I put 110k on it in 6 years. Sold it in 1 hr on craigslist. I'm thinking since the design and everything is the same any potential bugs are long gone. Much better deal money wise then tacoma.
I have a 2010 SE. I bought it for similar reasoning as you in 2015. On the used market, it seemed to be about $8-10K cheaper than a comparable Tacoma. I haven't noticed the turning radius as other's complain. My biggest gripe is the cheap plastics inside and my steering wheel is really holding up that well. I get 16-17 mpg on average, but I have the 6-speed and 4wd. Overall, zero maintenance other than fluids. Solid little truck.
Had the old 97 hardbody d21 that hit 370k miles. Last 70k were hard miles. Only reason the motor locked up was because I kept driving it with a clogged catalytic converter and eventually there was too much back pressure so the bearings blew which caused my pistons to slap around like crazy and it locked up. I'd probably still be driving it to this day if it wasn't for my stupidity. Rip my white Angel.
Rear windows are sectioned so the window rolls all the way down. A full sized window would probably roll half way down. I have a '19 SV with a V6 and it will tow a 6000 lb boat with no issues. For a little truck, this thing is a beast.
I love how humble you are. appreciating a truck without all the bells and whistles
My grandaddy had a 2012 frontier. I wanted it so bad. He passed away recently and I begged my family to sell it to me. Everyone in my family cared about the money instead of keeping the truck for the memories and the bond it had. I wanted it before but after he passed I wanted it twice as bad
Blessings to you and your granddad! Have you thought about buying a used fronty in his memory? since the fam didn't see things the same way as you?
JP TV same thing happened to me with my grandmas Ram. Very sad but you can get your own to remember him!
That's really sad. They should have sold it to you.
@@bernardberben4852 well it all worked out. The guy who has it is taking good care of it. Another older gentleman.
@@ghilliemanreviews you should still get one man. It can still be to honor him. I’m in love with mine. God bless
I bought a 2016 king cab SV V6 4x4 brand new. So far it has been fantastic. These are very rugged little trucks. Only complaint I have is gas mileage and turning radius. I can live with that. Im not getting 20mpg all day long like you. These Frontiers are a good deal. They are nothing fancy, but thats what I like about them. Simple and tuff. I am 53 years old and have no interest in a bunch of bullshit electronic gizmos. Affordable and reliable is what I am interested in. Thats what this truck is from my experience. Is it perfect? Hell no. But in my opinion this is a great little truck for the money and I highly recommend it to anybody who wants a reliable, tuff, and affordable small truck. I have not had a single problem of any kind with mine so far.
windjammerjohn Good and to the point post. Thanks.
You hit the nail on the head.
I just put money down on a 2010 Fronty 4x4 stick shift. Been wanting a manual again for a long time. Tested a few trucks and kept coming back to these, they seem rock solid. I like the Utilitrack bed anchors too. Hoping to have many trouble free miles. She's only got 70k so among trucks she's still young.
My turning radius beats any car on the road... probably because I have a titan swap. And for gas mileage, run smaller tires?
@@HisLostSheep Was wondering about the titan swap and turning radius. So the swap noticeably improves turning radius? I've got a 2008 fronty crew SE 4X4 long bed with 240,000. Its still going strong but the factory suspension is getting pretty long in the tooth and I'm planning on doing a lift suspension upgrade and have been seriously considering the titan swap. If the swap does improve turning radius then that pretty much puts it at the top of my list.
I just bought a 2018 frontier, I'm glad to see many comments from satisfied owners. Makes me feel much better about my purchase.
To each his own, but the ~2010 Toyota trucks looked great. Now they look hideous to me, and are far too expensive for a mid sized 6 cylinder. My new Pro 4X came with every option for several thousand $$$ less. No giant stack, grill, or non functional scoop though. I guess I could score those out of a JC Whitney catalog later. Maybe buy an air horn while I'm there?
mtscountrytime86 I just bought a 2017 Frontier today and like you, I am glad to see all the positive feedback and I feel I made the right decision on getting my Frontier.
I work in my dad's 92 Ford F 150 ...
I think it's time to retire my dad's truck and get my self a frontier for work
I'm buying a 2018 on Saturday. I'm glad glad to see so many satisfied owners. I have also seen the video about the million mile frontier.
@@patriottex4813 i got a 2017 back in august and its a good truck. Enjoy it.
My frontier has 236,000. Never stranded me..love it
Stephen Go year?
Love my 5 spd. 2,.4 liter 2000 Frontier king cab XE! Such a bulletproof no nonsense road warrior to say the least, 274xxx miles, running strong with the only dashboard light glowing being my airbag light, had to replace the heads due to me overheating her, plan on driving her till the end
In only at 211800 , I hope to be to 300.000
Mine just hit 117000 just had to put new shifter fork and clutch
My Toyota Tacoma has 376359miles with original clutch never had a single problem much better truck then my nissan
I like tacomas but we can all agree they're overpriced for what it is. I'm really looking at a 1st gen tundra or a frontier. People want too much for 4x4 tacomas 😂
third gen tacos have a horrible transmission too. Gutless, gear searching, early shifting, hard shifting mess. The Atkinson cycle motor with active learning BS is total piece of garbage. Plus the interior is smallish and you sit on the floor. It baffles me why so many buy them.
HiPlains1 that’s why it’s slow for a v6 it doe 0-60 in 10 secs and the rav4 does 0-60 in 8 secs and it has less power and a 4 cylinder
@@dennistv598 My wife's little Rav 4 tears shit up. Great steering, too.
@@HiPlains1 I read one article that called them "stylish". The current style being the giant open grilles, I guess.
wAterHead102 it depends on the driver and no your little rav4 ain’t tearing nothing unless u get someone off guard I own a Toyota RAV4 it ain’t even that quick but it is good for “it”
I have a 2009 Nissan Frontier SE 4X4 with 153k miles. The vehicle had 32K miles when I purchased it. I've had to replace the cam sensors at 140K - $700 repair, and last week new struts, alignment, spark plugs and a fuel system injection clean - $1500. This has been the most reliable vehicle I have purchased and would not hesitate to buy another one with high miles. This is the first vehicle I have kept and run over 100K miles, since I had it beat into my head that all vehicles over 100K miles go to hell, I was worried. That's certainly not the case with my Nissan. I thought if I could run it to 200k that would be awesome. I'm seeing people with well over 200K miles.
sparky145 ouch. You got reamed on that cam sensor install. I did the one that failed on mine myself in about 10 minutes for 40 bucks.
sparky145 i did my cam sensors for 75.00 each about 5 min. Job easy to get to .i think you got ripped off sorry
Wtf I have a 2011 and it barely has 60K miles 😂 where you be going ?
@@BagboyGrubbin I was thinking about trading in my 2014 mustang and getting a Tacoma, but then I thought about a Frontier... After this video and y'all response, hell I think I got my answer. Appreciate y'all.... Oh yeah, it's gotta be older, maybe 2009. I do want no more payments 😢
sparky145 Most reliable vehicle you’ve ever owned?!?! Either you’ve been smoking something or all your previous vehicles were chevys. Nissans are extremely unreliable in general, you should not have to get all those parts replaced at such low miles. Get a Toyota you’ll save so much money in repairs.
I love my 2012 Nissan Frontier. I have pulled huge trailer loads up 19° slopes with no problem. I have driven it through 16" of snow, flooding rain,etc. Very heavy bumper to bumper box frame. I love it.
I have a Nissan Frontier. 2002. I bough it in. 2005. Used. With 20 k. Miles. Now I had it for 13 years with 215 000. Miles. Still runs like a champ. Best truck I ever had daily. Driver. Minor little repairs. If you want a truck that runs forever get a Nissan truck. Lol.
Ezequiel Gutierrez I have to agree, had one as a rental for a month after somebody rear ended my 94 Chevy Cheyanne. If I ever do decide to buy a new truck it very well may be Nissan, but that will probably wait till my 300k mile Cheyanne is dead... if that ecer happens.
Ezequiel Gutierrez no way my dad's frontier is a 2002 and got it in 2005 lol
My aunt had one and she used it as a daily driver. She drove it everywhere and I mean; everywhere. Still runs like a champ. She still has it for when she needs it, but she bought another because she didn’t want to put too many miles on it. She even lets her friends borrow it to use as a backup car (if they need to).
My 97 nissan xe king cab has 418000 mi it's my daily..got it with 25000 mi
Older Nissan truck* new ones with cats are trash
Love my Frontier, just hit 100k hope for another 100.
is manual or auto 4cy 6cy ? 100k any changes ? trans fluid ? love to hear ,I wanna buy very base model 4cy manual
Go Mango 392
2 of mine got 300,000. Take care of it and it will take care of you.
300,000 mile trucks if you maintain it.
I got 287,000 on mine
You’ll get more than that 😂😂
Very happy Frontier owner here. Is it the best truck out there? Probably not, but best bang for the buck truck? Absolutely!!
People, please for the love of god, stop making videos comparing Nissan Frontiers to trucks like the Tacoma. They aren't the same thing. The Tacoma doesn't have a fully boxed ladder frame. It doesn't have 4 wheel disc brakes. It has a plastic truck bed you cannot put anything into without voiding your warranty. It is nothing but a glorified grocery getter / bro-dozer. The ONLY advantage you have in a Tacoma over a Frontier is the fact that you can resell it for higher. That of course is offset by the fact that you quite clearly PAID more for it up front. The Frontier is the last true midsize truck made for truck owners. STILL the most rigid fully ladder boxed frame on the market of all midsizes. The best reliability (JD power most reliable truck for sale in the USA, both midsize AND full size for both 2016 and 2017, whereas the Tacoma is the highest failure rated truck in the USA and Toyota as a brand has the most recalls of any import there is.) You buy a Nissan Frontier to do work, because it is reliable, because engineering to you is more important than having an extra 16 USB charging ports added to the rear passenger doors. The ONLY downside I've found to my 2016 manual pro-4x so far is the fuel economy and the fact that they won't sell it with a moonroof/sunroof when you choose a manual transmission. The fuel economy I expect. It's a heavily built chassis and body that doesn't flex and the engine, while dated, was designed for high torque and longevity. So while the neighbor with the Taco is wondering why his truck shuts off on the highway due to electrical glitches or has his passenger side door fall off of the truck when it's less than 30 days old while at 60mph, both of which have happened to coworkers of mine in the past 3 years, you can rest assured that your Frontier will mechanically and structurally stand the test of time. Toyota just lost in 2017 the largest automotive class action lawsuit in US history when the USA proved that Toyota trucks and SUVs have significant rust damage coming off of the assembly line. Before they even hit the dealer lots as new vehicles they are rusting away underneath and that's what they're selling to customers. The USA wasn't having any of that and that settlement is over 5 billion $ now and counting. The government even forced Toyota to cease sales of the FJ Cruiser in this country because they WERE BREAKING IN HALF AT THE FRAME and Toyota could not rectify the issue. Go try and buy a 2018 FJ Cruiser, I dare you. Just sold my 22 year old Nissan frontier which was parked next to the ocean most of my naval career and the salt air did literally nothing to it body or frame. Please stop comparing the current Nissan Frontiers with some of these newer midsize trucks which are trying to drive more like cars than trucks and give you CAR interiors and such rather than TRUCK interiors. They are not the same thing.
jkutyna they both fall into the midsize truck category which Toyota dominates in sales. Of course people are going to compare the two.
True, but the Honda ridgeline beats ALL midsize trucks out with regards to the JOURNALISTS' REVIEWS. That truck is currently winning all of the rewards because it's giving the tech addicts who review the vehicles exactly what they want. That thing is a unibody chassis. By my definition, it's not even a truck for that reason alone. Take everything with a grain of salt. There are things people are all looking for, some vehicles stand out in some respects more than others. Unfortunately for Nissan's sales, it's strengths with the Frontier is not where the mainstream public has placed it's priorities in the past decade or so. They want a CAR like ride and good MPG. That clearly doesn't suit the Frontier in anyway. The aged Frontier here is exactly what some of us others exactly are looking for, a no frills rock solid platform with the best reliability there is, at the lowest cost. If I can't expect to get 20 years out of a truck, I won't even consider it. If it doesn't come with a manual, I won't even consider it so that wipes out all the full size trucks for me and really limits my choices to Tacoma, Frontier, Colorado/Canyon, but not really as the GM branded trucks SAY they offer a manual but they only do so on the barely produced 4 cylinder versions.
While you are correct that yes people will keep comparing the 2, it's not really a fair comparison as people are selecting their vehicles based on criteria that is important to them and the Tacoma is built for ultra light duty, if that, more MPG and looking good in the surburban streets than anything. That is appealing to people lately so it sells. That and the higher resale value. I do not deny that. You won't get someone who wants to buy a truck and sell it within 3 years to get a new one and will NEVER take it off of pavement, to buy into the merits of owning a Nissan Frontier. It just will not come close in their decision based on what else is out there.
Sorry, I just don't know how to get my point across succinctly. I am passionate about this subject and I take years doing research to find a perfect vehicle to buy. My brother owns a Toyota and he spends as much per month if not more on repairs for that thing than I do on the new car payments for my 2016 Fronty.
jkutyna lol I just traded in my 2014 frontier for a 2018 Tacoma. I’ve had 3 Tacoma’s and missed every second of them when I had my frontier. Although the frontier never left me stranded, by the time I was ready to trade it in, every speed bump felt like it was going to raddle the truck loose. It squeaked like a stage coach too. I put 265/75/16 BF’s all terrains on it and I was lucky to get 260 miles per tank. My Tacoma is getting 340-60 a tank and has beautiful features and has and will have an amazing re sale value. I’ll take Tacoma all day. Frontier isn’t even the same class
I have a 2010 nissan frontier le 4x4. I love it! Almost 97,000 miles and it's going strong! I plan on keeping it until it dies! Hoping it'll last for 300,000 plus! So far it's the best vehicle I've ever owned!
I’m thinking about getting the same truck but I’m very curious and can’t find out anywhere does it have rear locking differential.
@@onlyzylo4518 Yes the Off-Road / Pro-4x ones have a factory rear diff locker. However there are aftermarket options available for non-Off-Road/ Pro-4x model ones.
6 years later.. how did it hold up?
I had a 2000 Frontier and it was a great little truck. Just bought a 2018 Frontier and going from 152hp to 261hp makes it even better!
I've had a 2010 4x4 Frontier for 8 years now and I absolutely love it.
How many miles u have on it?
@@truth4696 89k
I love my frontier, and it's still the only truck I'll ever own. It's simple, cheap, and built to last. I've had 3 of them, and I get a new one every two-ish years. I've had a 2013 SV, 2016 Pro 4x, and now a 2018 Pro 4x. They've all been great. No issues at all. My most recent one, is running a 2.5in Readylift with 285 BFG's. Best truck. Period.
I have a 2013 King cab Frontier got it in late July of 2022 and it’s still top notch, it’s the first truck I’ve owned and the best one, however the Toyota Tacoma is also a nice one but way too expensive
I just bought a 2018 SV Nissan Frontier, And it is a great little truck. 4.0 v6. It is nicely equipped with a fair amount of options. Mine is a crew cab long bed. Only thing I complain about this truck, Is the turning radius is wide, it doesn't turn very sharp. That's it. A very nice truck for what I paid for it.
They do that with the rear windows so they can roll down all the way if you look the door isnt fully as wide as the front so they cut it short to be able to roll down 100%
that sounds right fellow trevor c
Love my frontier, got 310k on mine
Wow what year?
Nice, I've owned 5 (on 5th now) each one of my 4cyl I got a lil under 300k out of. My last 07' was 303,495!! I bought a 2017 4cyl SV last year with 47,921 miles on it only to get hit & totalled in December 21'!! Now, I was lucky enough to find a replacement quickly during these crazy times!
I went with a year older 16' with only 30,618 miles in excellent condition. This time she's a King Cab SV 4.0 4x4, my 1st ever in the Frontiers!!
So far love the power the 6cyl has over the 4cyl!
Basic is good for me but it does have all the conveniences I desire (Power everything, Bluetooth, cruise, etc). Hopefully she'll go strong like my previous Frontiers!!!
I have owned a 1981 datsun pickup, 1990 hardbody, 2001 Frontier. They all had over 300K miles on them and still running when I sold them. I am still driving the 2001 model and just bought a 2016. These are outstanding trucks.
My decision tree was: Manual trans available? Choices were Tacoma and Frontier. The Tacoma had better gas mileage, so I went to test drive it. Driving position was dismal. Bought the Frontier.
You didn’t like the drivers side of the cockpit? Like the seating position or the steering wheel angle or what exactly?
@@erictheboringone5292 I had to duck down and tuck my chin to see around or under the interior rearview mirror which creates a huge blind spot ahead and to the right, and I am five-foot-eight. There was no tolerable adjustment combination to the seat back or the mirror that did away with the problem. I refuse to buy anything that will give me a crick in my neck.
I have looked at the current Canyon-Colorado twins and find the same problem.
@@winstonelston5743 feel you there bro, I had to duck to see the road in the Tacoma too. Im looking at buying a Frontier test drove one the other day. Thank God im not just a little bit taller or id be in trouble. I feel like its just right
I drove my buddys 2018 Tacoma 4 door manual. Had the exact same problem! We went on a kayak trip and had to drive a portion of it and was dying from neck pain from all the ducking.
Owned mine since 2006 and have over 150k miles on it. I did have the transmission replaced under warranty after the trans. oil cooler failed but otherwise no problems. Routine maintenance, brakes and tires have been the only expense. I’d buy another one tomorrow.
2016 Frontier Pro-4X 6 speed and I absolutely love it.
Everyone who drives my 06 Nismo is suprised by it. Still torquey and peppy at 195k tows what it can tow well, rides well, handles well etc etc. Truly a half ton truck in a smaller package. Been pretty happy with mine.
I have a 2017 Tacoma and someone hit me in a parking lot.. my truck was in the shop for awhile but my rental was a Nissan pro-4x. The Tacoma is miles ahead of the Nissan as far as refinements but I actually like the power train in the Nissan over the Taco.
It all depends on if you want a TRUCK, or a LUXURY GROCERY GETTER. It's pretty clear which of these vehicles is which.
Depending on if you plan on hauling stuff the Ford F-150 is the car for the job. Tacoma’s aren’t that good at hauling
@@gorgewashingtonful Yeah but some of us don't believe in buying a vehicle made in Mexico. A Ford will never be on my shopping list or many others for just that reason.
buklao The Silverado is better at hauling. The Ecoboost won’t withstand it overtime... the V8 would be fine tho...
@@jacknabstedt3222 NEITHER the silverado NOR the F series NOR the Ram are midsize or compact trucks. Believe it or not, but there are people who absolutely DO NOT WANT SOMETHING THE SIZE OF THE TITANIC when driving a truck down the road. It's bad enough just how big the mid size trucks have gotten. Most of the bad reviews by the hard core Ford folks about the new Ranger is that it's nearly the size of a full size F series AS well as almost the same cost. STOP COMPARING FULL SIZE TRUCKS TO MID SIZE. If I need to tow some heavy weight over 10,000 pounds, then I would be looking at a full size truck, but I and the vast majority of people on the road today do not have anything that masses that much that they need to tow.
I love my Nissan Frontier. Just wish the pro4x was cheaper.
I have a 2016 Pro4x manual as well. I thought I got rather good on the price considering everything it comes with. Consider that with Toyota wanting just north of 50,000$ for their top of the line off road Tacoma vs the 37,000$ I paid for my Fronty. I don't have the moonroof or leather due to getting the manual, but Its perfect for me. Just wish they had more color choices than black/white/silver/gray.
@@jkutyna dude you paid too much. I just bought a 2019 Pro 4X with the premium package so its got the sunroof, leather, roof rack etc... plus it had tint from the dealer it came from. Out the door got it for 35K And no doc fee either. You must have paid full MSRP. For what you got you should have paid 31K back in 2016. These are not Toyota's. You can deal allot with these at the right dealer. Although I'll admit I got an exceptional deal.
@jkutyna, you must have been looking at Ford Rangers if you were quoted a price over 50k, no TRD Off Road Tacoma approaches that price.
@@Shakerhood69 Actually, Tacoma TRD Pro's cost 50K and up. Dealers will often increase the MSRP with addendum prices. They don't make too many of them and sometimes get away with it. I know the Raptors will often get 5K over MSRP.
Right I have occasionally seen that myself on the Pro but they usually sell for MSRP, but I was referring to the TRD Off Road he was speaking of.
I had to get rid of my frontier for work reasons. Needed something larger. Naturally I got a Titan because the frontier was a damn tank. Miss that truck so much.
How's titan holding up?
@@itsdimitriymedvedyev my girlfriends dad has one that he hauls with all the time, it's a beast, but has a lot of sensor issues for a 2017
The Frontier has always been a good reliable truck.It may be very understated when compared to other trucks in its class with all kinds of tech,but therein lies the benefit of it.A simple truck to do truck work,without unnecessary complication.
I have a 2007 SE...154,000 miles and going strong!!
I walked away from a collision with a fully loaded big rig on Sept 11 2020 while in a 2019 Frontier, Both driver and I walked away, Frontier was destroyed but it protected us 100%.
Just got a 2019 midnight edition as the replacement from our insurance and its so sweeeeet
My 2011 Frontier has 160,000. The only thing that has ever gone wrong with it was the positive battery cable corroded and fell apart at about 90K miles. That was a $11 fix. Other than that, nothing but synthetic oil and filter changes every 10K miles and it runs perfect.
I change mine every 3-5k miles
@@TheTexan99full synthetic?
I am a courier by trade.I bought a new 2017 Frontier Pro-4 EX in April of 2017.Fully loaded and with a 6 speed manual transmission.Heated seats/mirrors and AC..you name it it and it has it....all of the bells and whistles along with a full 6 foot long box that came with a factory sprayed in bed liner as well as a kick ass rail system.
It is now October 2018 and I have 102,519 kilometers on the truck with no complaints.I LOVE this truck and what sold me on it was the manual transmission.....took out for a test drive and I could feel how responsive the engine was with the manual stick shift.....you can milk every last pony out of the engine.
Best truck I have ever owned.
Frontiers are great but hardbodys were the best.
I have a '11 Suzuki badged Frontier. Great truck no major issues with it. 86 k miles and still going like it was from day one. Only problem I had was a wheel bearing went bad. Replaced it under warranty.
I have a 2018 Frontier, it’s a great little truck!
I bought a new one in 2012. LWB 4x4. Been a tank. I have just done maintenance by the book. Only thing I have had to replace was a battery cable end. Solid truck.
Thanks for this video. I just got a decent deal on a 2017 Frontier (used) and I agree with your assessment. I didn't know anything about these trucks until after the purchase and aside from a few minor gripes, I am super happy with it. I also have a 2 wheel drive SV and want to get slightly larger tires and a modest lift. Good to hear MPG hasn't suffered. I am consistently getting about 19.5+/- MPG combined (mostly highway). I'm pretty happy with that since I am used to averaging 17.
I own a 2014 crew cab SV, I DRIVE IT LIKE GRANDPA, I am CONSISTENTLY GET 21mpg (I rarely use A/C) in California hwy. Sometime I get 21.5mpg. I do my own maintenance. The suspension on the SV is not as smooth compared to the Desert Runner, Pro-4x, and SL trim. You will notice some degree of stiffness when it hit 65k mi. I am hoping to hit at least 300k before I put any major work into this truck. It is currently at 65k mi. Other than that, the Frontier is an solid old school truck.
@@TAmNGUYEN-wp9um Picked up a Desert Runner...Engine went out after 50 miles..think seller knew something was up.. I found another 3.3L with 90k, Just got the truck running and everything is great shape for the year! I plan on driving it like GRANDPA..Shift early cause it is so torquey and pull my utility trailer and boats. I can putts with this 5 speed. Nice simple truck with style.
Just bought myself a 2014 King Cab Dessert Runner. It's only got 34k miles on it in 2023 which is really good. I'm 15, (almost 16) it's my first vehicle. And I think I'll be more than happy with it when I pick it up from the dealer.
Love my "NISMO" Nissan Frontier. Best truck I've owned yet.
DeerParkAuto what’s the difference between Nismo and a frontier 4x4 se ..??
@@antonioarambula676 The fact that a Nismo Frontier doesn't exist? Does it?
I bought a 2018 frontier pro-4x. Upgraded from a 01 Silverado. It’s got what I need plus a couple of extras. The price for same years tacos and other similar sized trucks are outrageous. Granted it may not have apple play or other things that other people find more appealing than a proven v6 engine. I knew the design was still the same as it was in 05. But in my opinion I like the design it reminds me of their older hard body trucks. The way I see it I have a new version of a timeless classic.
Thank you for telling about the, I’m going get frontier for work 👍🏼👍🏼
Carlos Ventura don’t get it for a work truck that’s what killed mine
Get one newer than 2010 and you should be good
Get one! I can’t wait to see one of my fellow frontiers get a new owner!
@@hunterhawthorne3361 It kills all of our trucks lol.
I’ve got an 05. Had timing chain issue, power steering issue, peeling paint after 7 years, rust started due to bad weld on the bed, ac started to leak after 10 years, u joints went bad at 45,000. Transmission went out at 145,000 because of torque converter. And I took the radiator trans cooler out of the loop because of possibly contaminating the transmission. Other than that it’s not a bad truck. I’d stay away from 05-09 because of multiple issues unless they’ve already been fixed. Mine is 2wd, avg. 60-100” of snow a year and I’ve never needed 4wd. Never had a front end alignment and am on my 3rd set of tires with an avg of 55k on stock set of tires. However for the price of a new one, I’d get a full size slightly used for the same price. Same gas mileage, tow and haul more, and they are quicker if you are into that.
Do you know what issues to have addressed? I have an ''08 Frontier crew cab V6 4x4 with 39,000 miles, I've had the radiator trans cooler disconnected, but what else should I do.
Just junked my 04 Frontier xe. She made it to 270k miles no problem. I hauled many 1 ton loads for years and worked her in to the ground
CoVrt I drive an '04 XE, only 98,000 miles though
270.000 2004 love it
01 Crew Cab Supercharged with 130,000 on the clock.... It's a dream to drive!
I've never seen anyone use a Toyota as a work vehicle where I live and I live way way up north, the people who work in the logging, rail, construction industries all drive rams, chevys, gmc and fords and the odd Toyota which never has anything in the back and seems to me that's why they have a high resale value is it's not worked to death like the other guys, I'm not a mechanic or claim to know alot about vehicles but that's what I see. I'd still buy a Toyota but they're expensive.
Had same truck. Served me well until my accident that totalled it. Just glad I avoided the 2005-2010 years
I just bought a '19 that looks identical to your '12, inside and out. I have never been as happy with a vehicle as I am with Nissy. Great set of wheels!
The 2nd generation frontiers are my favorite, really love the design, not really big on the design of the 3rd Gen ones,
Have you researched Titan-swapping your Frontier? Google it, it's basically a long-travel suspension setup for these rigs by putting a Titan's suspension into it. Off-road performance is insane.
DRTMaverick ya I've seen it done. I had a long travel Tacoma not too long ago. Dumped close to 10 grand in suspension into that truck. I know a Titan swap is pretty cheap, but once you get started, it's all down hill. Don't really wanna go down that road again haha.
True good point, I've done an extended travel coilover conversion on my 2nd gen xterra and I'm probably $2,500 in, I'd probably be around $5,000 in with the titan-swap provided I stuck with the same diffs, but like you said once I start messing with the differentials, pricewise it's downhill. Performance-wise it's uphill hehe but it's an investment with zero return.
I love my 06 frontier, it now has an 07 Pathfinder 4.0 (8-9 more HP/10lb more torque ft lbs) with that little extra it's pretty powerful.
Pathfinder engine swap makes em faster than a nismo!
@@jakewoodstock I just added a AFE Intake got 11hp 15lbs of Torque no Engine swap needed you guys are insane lol
At 18k miles 2019 Frontier SV Crew Cab $20,000 new.
Rough low idle at a stop since day one, but runs great ! No issues yet.
Frontier is great. Got my 2017 and just hit 38k. Bought an ebike so my miles per year are about to go down exponentially. I plan on keeping it forever. I always recommend Frontiers. My only issues was the EVAP canister had to be replaced after 30k.
I have a 2005 nismo, I bought it in 2014 and it has given me a lot of head aches fixing things. oil leaks, transmission, gas pump, sensors... but now it looks like is alight. I like it and I wouldn't like to trade it.
i have a 2010 s.e 4x4.its a great little truck love it it drives nice smooth good power from the 4.0 and its great in the snow.after i put some weight in the bed of course.my only complaint kinda like he said is the insides alittle cheap feeling but it seems to be holding up good.also i have the same issues wirh the dog scratching up the center console armorial wipes take them out go figure cheap easy fix
Joe Schultz ya I agree the interior is definitely outdated and very basic
Joe Schultz wats the bed size on a 4x2
+Gustavo Reynoso they come 5 or 6 foot.i got 6 foot bed
Gustavo Reynoso ya mine is the 5 foot bed
+Gazlay43 i think next time around im gunna get the pro4x.witchever i get itll be an other Frontier. also read that nissian offers a supercharger that can be bolted on with little work so im thinking about that?
Recently, I purchased a 2017 Nissan S Frontier crew cab. It's a simple truck with a 4.0 liter V-6 and 6 speed manual transmission with the limited slip rear end and 16" wheels.. While not big on creature comforts, it has the basics like steering wheel controls, cruise control, A/C, blue tooth radio/audio. Doesn't have power windows which I don't miss much because 99% of the time the windows are up. Only thing I do miss is power door locks. Here's my thoughts on the truck's strong points. 1) Much cheaper than a comparable Toyota Tacoma. 2) The truck is solid as a rock with zero rattles. 3) Gas mileage is 20 in town and 21-23 on the highway with more than adequate power for hauling and passing. 4) Seating and visibility in cab is comfortable and well thought out.. 5) 6 speed manual transmission shifts smooth as butter and makes for a good tow vehicle behind my motor home. 6) Sound system has 6 speaker, cd player, AM/FM and blue tooth for phones and aux for iPhone/iPod. 7) Short bed and cargo lights works well for most of my hauling needs and it fits nicely into my garage. 8) Seating in front and rear holds 5 passengers with a reasonable amount of room with plenty of storage space and drink holders. 9) Doesn't have a lot of electronic crap that I don't need or want. This is great little truck that is reasonably priced and economical to operate.
So my trucks not the only truck that has the problem with the plastic hedge not being flush? Mines the same way, i’ve noticed that. It’s honestly not a big deal, your video really help me out with that man. 😊 by the way I have a 2012 frontier I love it! She’s a sweet truck. I love your truck by the way.
Your window switch panel gap is related to a hook the slides under the other panel. You can remove the switch panel and place a shim in there in less than 20 minutes easy. Or glue the shim to the door panel so the hook has to slide over it. It's super easy to remove the door panels on a frontier. I've done mine probably 10 times over nearly 20 years. It's 3 screws, 1 press pull tab 1 or 2 clips including door lever cover (Depends on options) and then pull the clips that border the panel holding your door panel on. Seriously it's really easy and the clips are better made than most so you have a lower risk of damaging them.
To me the frontier is a classic example of "if it aint broke dont fix it" im thinking of getting a crew cab and had one question for you, can you fit a 4 wheeler in the bed? I have a recon 250 so its pretty small
Ya I’ve had a few different quads in the bed. They’ll fit with the tailgate down
Sv has 6ft box pro-4x only has 5ft box
shouldn't have any problems, especially if you get a 6ft bed. I have a '07 crew with a 6ft and can fit a polaris sportsman in it with room to spare.
I've got a 2015 Frontier pro4x moon roof, leather seats- pretty fully loaded. Roof rack is great and should come on every and all pick up trucks. It comes in very handy. Great truck. One thing that bugs me is that when you want to reach into the back seats to get or look for something when it's dark, there's no way to turn on the rear (passenger) light from the front. You literally have to stand up and reach into the back or get out of the truck and open the rear door and turn the light on. I can't believe that with everything else I have in that truck, that Nissan never took care of this.
mount a battery powered puck light to back of center console
I've got a 2016 pro-4x and I also really like it. What bothers me is the rear bumper. The tips stick out from the body and end up getting sand and gravel blasted. I'm constantly touching up the paint chips so it doesn't get rusty. Other than that it's a great truck.
Jordan Araujo try 131,000 miles of Arkansas mosquitoes 😂
Angle grinder time!
Shrockworks bumpers fix that. One of the original aftermarket bumper manufacturers and they started with nissans and Isuzus. Never leave stock bumpers on a truck...
I have an 03 3.3 and the Wife has a 14 4.0 the 03 has 153.000 on it and the 14 just turned 160.000 That truck never stops. Only had to replace a leaf spring from her hitting a Rim off a tractor trailer on the highway and it kicked up and broke a leaf spring. Other then that it's been basic oil and tires. The 03 is a 5 speed 3.3 just did new oil pan and timing belt and knock sensor. I did it all myself for under 500.00. These 2 trucks just keep on clicking off the miles. I had to make a rear custom bumper for the 03 as the stock one rotted off it so I made one out of some pipe. Looks good and will be good this winter in Upstate NY for pulling out Toy's. We love our Nissans.
Love my Frontier. Great power and towed my pop up camper with ease
If I was into pop up camping, I could have bought a nice one out my my truck budget on the money I saved not buying a Tacoma. The Frontier came with the tow package already
I have a 2000 King Cab with 135,000 miles. The clutch was replaced, FOR THE FIRST TIME, at around 115,000 miles. Best truck I have ever driven.
Love my frontier. Very basic the way I prefer. Only wish I had sunroof.
I am 54 yrs old, brought a 2007 Nissan frontier 2wd. best dam thing I ever did. I purchased it back in 2012, with almost 100,000 miles on her, paid 12 grand. I have a rare truck, LONG BED, 4 door (crew cab), its maroon. and yes, I have done plenty of things to her, to keep her running great. from changing the window motors, to replacing gaskets, hoses, trans shift lock solenoids (dealer wanted to replace the whole shifter), I went to a junk yard, paid $50 bucks, now its repaired. front and rear hubs, brakes, tires, spark plugs, and the big kicker in the nuts.... the Catalytic Converter, if you change these, go to the dealership, it sucks but in the long run, its worth it. changed all 4 - 02 sensors down there also. a/c Freon leaked, repaired one 0ring, starter, struts and rear shocks and the list goes on, but to me "I LOVE MY NISSAN TRUCK". its a daily driver, and now I have well over 220,000 miles on her.... by the time you read this, i'll probably have more... but yes, the turning radius on these trucks, suck, but I can live with that...handles great and performs like I needed to. i've carried so many things in the bed of this truck... got me home in one piece, to this day 11/22/2018, I will NOT sell/trade it in for nothing... these trucks are great. simple but great! 10 stars from me.
If anybody actually crawled underneath one and seen how they're made from the ground up you can't help to not want to buy one just look at their frame Nissan has fully boxed frame not a C channel like the Toyota's Chevy's it's a joke, and really Toyota drum brakes on the rear WTF it's 2018!! Not 1980!! I wouldn't pay $40,000 for any vehicle that didn't have rear disc brakes, and plastic beds Really" I kind of like my metal bed on my Nissan. Plus my VIN starts with a 1 yeah that means made in America it doesn't start with a 2 or 3 like on Toyotas and Chevys I like supporting America not Mexico and Canada!
Yeah, the drum breaks are a joke in 2018/19...
@@nicholasmapes Drum brakes and a non-boxed frame on the toyotas was a joke even way back in 2008. The fact it is literally the only brand in the USA that still sells new vehicles with drum brakes and non-boxed frames with it's body-on-frame vehicles is practically criminal. Throw in the fact they want their customers to pay premium prices for their vehicles, and I can't but help laughing at them and all their rusty frames.
@@jkutyna
Nissans or Toyotas?
@@scowler92
He is talking about Chevy or Toyota.
Responding to Jason I like buying American. But sometimes the American trucks don’t last as long as foreign made trucks
My aunt has a frontier that she got new at the dealer 12 years ago and she loves it. It’s very reliable. I love the truck to. It has a powerful sounding engine, 4wd. A truck for if you don’t need a lot of bed room, but you need to carry some passengers; it’ll do it
Just got an 18 pro4x, i too have had them all and i lovr my nissan
Sir, how is the pro4x gas mileage?
@@diebeatz Mine is 17 max in town. I'm almost always in town.
Just bought a 2017 with 22,000 miles on it today. Great truck. Hope I get as many miles out of it like Stephen Go.
Bought a 2000 Tacoma v6 auto new,put 269,000 on it with the only repair an inner tie-rod end $260.traded in on a new 2011 frontier4 cylinder 5 speed stick
7.5 years 129,000
Feels like I'm riding a scare board
$1300- fuel pump
$400 -fuse box
$800-shock and struts
$1500-replacement exhaust pipe with oxy sensor(flange just fell off pipe at header)
$70 auto tensioner
$250- water pump
Now power steering pump is squealing
That's $4500 repairs for nissan,$250 for the Toyota. You decide!
I know Toyota fixed their transmission problems but with the prices I'm afraid to buy any new truck from anybody!
You bought a used truck that could have been well and truly trashed with that many miles. I don't care who makes the vehicle, with 130k miles, you're basically buying into faith in the previous owner's driving and maintenance habits. Why are you failing to point out that your 2000 Tacoma also rusted in half as that is one of the years that Toyota was forced to cover for a new frame when it lost the WORLD'S LARGEST CLASS ACTION LAWSUIT to the US government about it's rusty truck and suv frames?
Ive got a 2019 Pro4X, that i bought brand new in June 2020. It was a left over 19 and it was just as Covid was starting to let up. I love it. It came down to a Tacoma and the Pro4. Yes the Toyota has higher resale, but it was going to be thousands more. the Nissan is a good solid little truck and is great in the snow. Im really happy with it still, after 3 years ownership.
Its a nice truck. That steering wheel is hideous though.
Matthew Gut and it's probably the part of the vehicle you have to look at the most.... Only reason I haven't pulled the trigger in buying one lol
Hey, back in 2004, it was pretty awesome.... Well, not really.
I have the same one in my 2015 pro4x Xterra and honestly it may not look the greatest but it's very ergonomic and comfortable
Yeah they are pretty fug.. Remember the good ole' days when you could swap out for a nice wood rimmed or other sport/racing wheel? Then they had to get all safe on us and institute air bags. smh ;-)
@@mtthaclipkilla Bro just put a Wheel Cover on case solved or actually you should be able to find a aftermarket custom stearing wheel for that model
I bought a low mileage used 2017 SV 4X4 Frontier with V6 and auto in June of 2017. I was initially looking for an SUV with decent off-road capability with low range a requirement. Aside from Jeep wrangler, they just don't exist any more. A few Jeep models have low range but other than Wrangler not enough clearance for good off-roading. I ended up buying the Frontier. So far I'm quite happy with it, no repairs needed so far. It's a beast off-road stock, and would be damn near unstoppable with a lift and lockers. It drives like a truck, but a very civilized truck. Ride is a bit rough, but handling is very good for a truck (not bad for a car, actually). The engine has all the power I need. Complaints: Turning radius, gas mileage: I'm gettin about 17 on mostly (mountain) highway driving. Power outlets turn off when ignition is off, so I can't charge a phone when it's shut off. I can live with these (the power outlet thing is the worst for me). I've only driven it in snow once so far, but it was better in two wheel drive than I expected, even with no weight in the bed, and of course very good in 4 wheel. If you're looking for all the latest bells and whistles and a car-like ride, you won't like it, but if you want a solid, tough truck at a reasonable price, it's great.
Got a 2017 PRO 4X ... LOVE IT
I purchased a 2015 Nissan Frontier and the previous owner did not take care of it. I found a lot of “minor “ issues I had to address. Scratches all over the interior , a half assed paint job , and some other items I’ve fixed . Once I finally complete the “surgery “ of these last few items , I’ll get back to you and let you know what I think about it . And yes I did know about the issues before I bought it but I was in a bind and needed something immediately for work. Thanks for your time.
How's the truck holding up over the past year?
Nice video bro , but can you put the link to that radio or something ? I have the same truck as you and it’s stock radio and it doesn’t have an aux cord and I’ve been looking for cheap radios but can’t find any under 400
Hey, if you haven't changed the radio yet this is what I'm going to do for around 35 bucks- buy an in line FM modulator (not the cheesy ones that plug into the cig lighter, and run my aux directly into the antenna feed. I did this on a Taurus I had a while back and it was near CD quality. Eventually I'll do a radio swap but this is quick, cheap and easy since I always stream from the phone. Here's the parts list ADAPTERS- www.ebay.com/itm/Antenna-Adapter-for-add-on-FM-Modulator-DVD-CD-Changer-for-2007-2014-Nissan/321948929330 MODULATOR- www.ebay.com/itm/US-SELLER-Universal-Stereo-Auxiliary-Input-FM-Modulator-Radio-Inline-RCA-aux/272422057162?_trksid=p2485497.m4902.l9144 AUDIO ADAPTER- www.ebay.com/itm/2x-3-5mm-1-8-Stereo-Female-Mini-Jack-to-2-Male-RCA-Adapter-Audio-Y-Cable-1ft/263790724166?_trksid=p2485497.m4902.l9144
I bought the same truck, only in 2019. Everything looks the same as yours. I love it. My first truck.
A coworker drives one of these. Maybe it's just his beater. Idk. But you don't drive one of those to look good. It's for utility.
Please I look great in my Frontier.
I bought a 2007 Frontier SE, 4.0 King cab 4x2 with 103,000 miles on it back in 2013. It was super clean and in almost mint condition, I now have 157,000 miles on it and going strong. The only issues, is that I replaced the stock radiator with an after market, due to known issues with them failing (I did not know that when I bought it) and I replaced the left front caliber, other than that, its the most reliable vehicle I have owned.
My frontier only at 80k miles,,never replaced anything
Last year I found a 2019 4x4 4door SV with 30k miles at our credit union. I’ve never had a Nissan truck and have had just about everything else and I love mine, I’ve installed a small lift and some vision wheels. Mine gets around 17-18 mpg but we have lots of hills where I’m from. Never thought I’d ever own a Frontier but I got such a good deal I couldn’t pass on it I’m glad I didn’t. Thanks for the video
I got a 2013 pro 4x4 Frontier crew cab love it too, just wish it had more towing capability. The reason why Nissan devided the read seat windows is so it would be able to go all the way down when you lower it, if you had a full undevided window then when you lower it it would not go down all the way because the air bags placement and such are in the way. Also I really hate that Nissan Frontier its been almost the same thing since 2005, i mean hello Nissan We are in 2018!!!!!!!!!!!! Been paying the same money for the same looks and the same engine design that gives 15-16 mpg in the city while you got chevy silverado 5.3 v8 doing 16 mpg in the city!!!!! Totally hate Nissan for that.
I agree, but the Frontier is a $30,000 truck and the GM is a $50,000 truck.
style5tie we are comparing mpg's not trucks.....
style5tie i am sure nissan can come up with a new v6 that has better mpg
Right, but you would have to pay a lot more for a Frontier with a newly designed engine that gets better mpg. The Frontier is old tech. I get 20 in my SV 4x4 V6. I don't think that's too bad. My 93 Toyota with a 2.4l 4-cylinder got 18.
style5tie buddy you have the newly Colorado doing 22 the price is the same. what's your point?
I bought a 2015 Frontier new like it except the fuel mileage is dismal. I got 35k on it now. I upgraded the OE shocks and struts to Bilstiens on all corners. Big improvement on the ride and handling. Stifling it and improved the handling dramatically
Thanks for the info, shopping used tacos and frontiers. good video!
Nice. I just purchased an 06 from an older uncle with only 37k miles on it. He's to old to drive and doesn't even have more than 3,000 miles on his 2016 Nissan. Sentra 🤷🏻♂️
He said it "Frontier" was to big for him, So I made him an offer and he took, it just needs new tires, since they are the original BFG's and are Dry cracked everywhere 🤦🏼♂️
He left it sitting for a few years and would only turn it on once or twice a week and sometimes my aunt would drive it on his property should he ask her to.
I've checked for SMOD all good. Did bypass of Transmission Coolant and only run it through the OEM Trans Coolant and not radiator, now I plan on doing the Rear Differential Mod, just to be safe.
If anyone else knows of any more mods Needed, please let me know. I plan to keep it as a Classic after it's 20 years old and all these Electric cars are coming out 🤷🏻♂️
In ur opinion, would a person that is 6'5 have enough leg room in one of these?
Nick Duncan ya my buddy is 6'4" and was impressed with the leg room. Even in the back seat if you push the passenger seat up there's a ton of room
Gazlay43 thanks. Considering getting a 2006 frontier nismo
Nick Duncan nice. If you can, try to find an 08 or newer. 2011 or newer are best if you can find one in your price range. The pre 2011's have some know issues with the trans coolers and radiators
Gazlay43 will do. Appreciate the heads up
yes I am 6'4" and have owned 3.
I have also owned a truck from every manufacturer. Purchased a 2016 Frontier SV 4x4 for last work truck. I average 5k-6k miles per month. Just hit 150k. Zero problem problems. I use 4 wheel drive daily. Good solid truck. No fru-fru unnecessary stuff on it.
U literally argued with everything u said.
pussy juice.
I bought my Frontier SE new in 2005. It still runs like new today, with over 120K miles on it. It's been trouble free enough that I'm keeping if for a few more years. All my Chevy's and Fords needed to be sold after about 5-8 years, since they began to nickle & dime me to death with parts replacement. If I buy a new Frontier, it won't run any better and will only cost more to register every year. Just because of age & mileage, I'll be replacing the clutch soon, just to keep it reliable.
How does the turning radius not bother you????
Montana White I drove a Ram 2500 prior to this. In comparison the turning radiuses are probably about the same 😅
I thought I was the only one.
It's an annoyance, but that isn't a a true bother. Mine is going to be a tow vehicle and I won't need tight turns. Outside of a very tight parking lot, the turning radius doesn't matter.
Yeah but a ram 2500 is way bigger, I think Nissan just screwed up some how. Other trucks of similar size have tighter turning radiuses. I’m not saying it has to turn on a dime, but at least make a u turn without reversing in the middle of the road to re adjust.
Another thing I noticed with these frontiers is the tailgate cover. It’s plastic, which is no big deal... but with the tailgate down, the plastic lip is sticking up, so if you drag something out of the truck with the tailgate down, it can easily snag that plastic lip and the whole plastic cover rips off. I did this to my bosses truck with a big plastic pipe. Ripped the whole thing right off. And our other frontier has the plastic cover zip tied on because someone else did the same thing. Just something Nissan should of thought about more. Don’t get me wrong, I love Nissan hardbodies, great little work trucks. First gen frontiers were alright. The four doors were almost useless . You can fit small children in the back somewhat comfortably. And it felt a little cheap but not a bad truck. I really want Nissan to make a new generation already, it’s been too long. I hope they go more Tacoma route than ridgeline. But come on Nissan, keep manual transmissions and give us something to brag about rather than defend.
Really late, but there is probably a clip used to hold the window switch panel in that's broken or missing.
The window in the back is designed that way so the door glass can go all of the way down in the door. It couldn't do that if it was one piece.
It's a nice truck. Hope you are still enjoying it. I have a 2019. It's my second Nissan.
I allerdy bought it and i love it
I have a 2011 Suzuki Equator. It’s a re-badged Frontier inside & out. Love it. Things I don’t like: the turning radius is horrible. It’s a 4x4 and in the Chicago winters it’s blasts thru deep snow with ease.
Nice looking truck! The white really pops. I've had a 2006 Mitsubishi Raider and a 2007 Dodge Dakota Lariat, but I've had a 2016 Frontier for about 10 months now and I really love the thing. (I've also had an '81 Chevy Luv and a Mitsubishi Mighty Max, heh). I've taken my Frontier hunting off road in the Pacific Northwest mountains and it never had the slightest issue. I mostly drive in the city though, so my gas mileage hasn't been great, currently sitting at 12.8 mpg, but I don't have much of a commute so it doesn't matter. I actually just had a friend review mine here if you want to check it out: ua-cam.com/video/35kPCagpLPo/v-deo.html A friend of mine just got a '18 Toyota Tacoma that has a more advanced looking interior, but there's just something about the Frontier. In a word, it's badass.
One question though: I'm thinking about getting it lifted, but have never done that before and don't know where to start. How much does something like that cost, and where do I even begin looking? Thanks, and congrats on joining the Frontier family. I even wave at other Frontier drivers on the road when I see them because only they know what it's like!
InkabodCrane take a look on clubfrontier.com tons of info on there
Thank You for the honest OWNERS opinion … I see this was recorded a few years ago … Im looking @ buying a 2016 Frontier ….
They’re good little trucks. Very plain, but they do a good job. I actually just traded mine in for an F-150. Needed something that could tow a little more
"All the stuff you need"...and the truck is 2wd. Facepalm
DarthCuda not everybody needs 4wd.
DarthCuda
most people just need 2wd. Some of us need 4wd but not everyone.
Isaac Spencer where I live everyone does.
Lol i had a 2wd truck once never again. But i like driving in the snow or beach
Moto Man i never had a problem on the beach or 1ft of snow and hills
Just bought a 2019 Frontier. I love it. V-6 has some go. I am so busy working that I haven't even explored it yet. Get 1 if you can.
I know this is a few years old but I just got a 16’ sv, I am a Toyota person but my friends frontier had 258000 miles on it only oil changes and tires, had a shell on it and he hauled appliances frequently fo his work, that sold me on Nissan trucks not to mention Nissan was quite a bit cheaper! The rider seems better than the Toyota’s I’ve been in also.
I have a '17 Frontier SV, six cylinder, 4WD. Drives great, great power for a six, and it has been reliable. The only thing that has gone wrong was I busted out a fog lamp and changing it is not pleasant. The only gripe I have is the dashboard - whatever that material is, it collects dust and resists all attempts to wipe it off. Other than that, great truck.
just bought a new 2018 4x4 SV. The interior is almost exactly like my 08 xterra. Same 4.0. I put 110k on it in 6 years. Sold it in 1 hr on craigslist. I'm thinking since the design and everything is the same any potential bugs are long gone. Much better deal money wise then tacoma.
2000 Frontier with almost 200k, she's never let me down.
I have a 2005 frontier nismo with 200k miles .. and still destroying mountains with mine!! love it!
I have a 2010 SE. I bought it for similar reasoning as you in 2015. On the used market, it seemed to be about $8-10K cheaper than a comparable Tacoma. I haven't noticed the turning radius as other's complain. My biggest gripe is the cheap plastics inside and my steering wheel is really holding up that well. I get 16-17 mpg on average, but I have the 6-speed and 4wd. Overall, zero maintenance other than fluids. Solid little truck.
2nd gen is the best
Had the old 97 hardbody d21 that hit 370k miles. Last 70k were hard miles. Only reason the motor locked up was because I kept driving it with a clogged catalytic converter and eventually there was too much back pressure so the bearings blew which caused my pistons to slap around like crazy and it locked up. I'd probably still be driving it to this day if it wasn't for my stupidity. Rip my white Angel.
Rear windows are sectioned so the window rolls all the way down. A full sized window would probably roll half way down. I have a '19 SV with a V6 and it will tow a 6000 lb boat with no issues. For a little truck, this thing is a beast.