Truck Battle: 2024 Toyota Tacoma vs 2024 Nissan Frontier!

Full comparison of 2024 Nissan Frontier vs 2024 Toyota Tacoma. Interior, features, pricing, multimedia, styling, everything! This is the video you needed...and the one you didn't know you needed. Who wins?
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[@rfo1]

I'll take a V6 over a turbo 4 any day of the week

[@EagerGoldenDoodle-ef2qb]

Same here any day of the week !

[@drecksaukerl]

That's why there's a Frontier in my driveway.

[@richardseayTundra22]

Totally agree 6 cylinder at a minimum

[@kamryn7496]

The Nissan v6 the water pump is inside the engine ran by the timing chain what a design

[@Megalodon1]

There is no replacement for displacement.

[@henrynlouisville1]

I just drove both. The Tacoma's interior resonance and drowning was terrible. The Frontier was quiet and much better riding. Nissan easily wins this competition!

[@jeanclaude7018]

The only time the Nissan doesn't win the comparison is when the Toyota fanboy ass-u-mes instead of actually testing the Nissan.

[@AyaWetts]

Tacoma has better headlights... but easy enough to upgrade aftermarket. Other than that... not sure any reason to buy a Tacoma any more

[@jeanclaude7018]

There are many comments like this, and I refer the Tacoma fans to them when they arbitrarily say "Toyota is better." When I ask them specifically WHY Toyota is "better," OBJECTIVELY, by category, , they say things like, "because it's a Toyota." So ridiculous.

[@e90jil]

I tested both the 24’ Tacoma and the 24’ Frontier and I enjoy driving the Frontier better. 3 weeks ago I got a used 23’ Pro 4x loaded with Premium and everything else with 10k miles for 35k. I’m very happy with my Baja Storm color Frontier purchase.

[@iangustafson3715]

Dude a turbo is NOT going to outlast a V6 Nissan.

[@archie_bunker]

exactly

[@EagerGoldenDoodle-ef2qb]

Right about that one

[@Hamasisfilthytrash]

And it’s a naturally aspirated V6 I just bought a new 2024 Nissan pathfinder rock creek with the naturally aspirated v6 and love it

[@archie_bunker]

@@Hamasisfilthytrash sweet ride, congrats on the new ride..

[@kamryn7496]

It might sense the water pump on the frontier is inside the engine ran by the timing chain if you don’t check the oil on it when it gets older if that water pump starts to leak it will mix the coolant and oil together and mess up the bearings

[@phw2274]

Frontier all the way. V6, great automatic, love the feel of the hydraulic steering, very solid, smooth quiet ride.

[@donays8241]

I wish they have manual transmission

[@jeanclaude7018]

@@donays8241 They already have a great one, if Nissan would cut loose and offer it again.

[@davidwalker260]

The Nissan compares very nicely with a 2023 Tacoma, except it will never match the Tacoma in resale value.

[@jeanclaude7018]

@@davidwalker260 Everone perpetuates this myth that Toyota is like some grail that nothing can touch, but JD Power recently reported that Frontier had just edged out Tacoma on resale value. Don't shoot the messenger please. As far as comparison, many reviews found Frontier to be not comparable, but superior, to Tacoma in these categories:: Power, shifting quality, ride, handling, braking, NVH, interior comfort, and that all-important seating position. Let's give credit where due. It's not a sin to say that Nissan did their homework and built a truck aimed at besting the Tacoma in all these categories, and was successful enough that many Tacoma loyalists jumped ship to Nissan because they a simply found better value there. That's an amazing accomplishment, but after driving the same Nissan since 1995, with very little trouble, I'm not surprised at the new truck. I am surprised that they actually penetrated the Taco loyalty barrier, which is typically very hard to do.

[@davidwalker260]

@@jeanclaude7018 You can’t tell me anything I don’t know about a Datsun/Nissan I don’t already know. I’ve owned a 1980 Datsun 200SX, a 1982 Datsun 280ZX, a 1985 Nissan (first year) Maxima, a 1989 Nissan SE pickup 2WD, a 1994 Nissan Hardbody SE/v6 4WD and a 2000 Maxima SE. Great vehicles to they fell into bed wih Renault when they proceeded to put out junk. They’re trying to recover, but they’re not there yet. I looked at the 2024 retro hardbody Frontier and found it to be what Tacoma was already producing in the 3rd gen. I won’t buy a new Taco because theyre too high and I’m not a turbo guy. But the EPA may be forcing us all towards turbos and hybrids. I’m old enough where I won’t be around but the total EV thing. By the way, since the 2000 Max which I gave my daughter, I went to Toyota with a 2000 Tundra, which I gave my first grandson, a 2007 FJ Cruiser given to my second grandson, a 2009 Tundra later given to my next grandson, a 2008 4Runner to my granddaughter. 4Runner, FJ, and second Tundra are still being driven. Right now I’m driving a ‘23 Taco I bought since it was the final V6 year. My wife has a ‘16 4Runnr Limited 4.0 V6 and a 2022 Lexus RX I bought for the same reason on the V6. I can assure you you the Toyota resale is still golden.

[@p.a.figueroa9358]

Frontier all day, v6, price

[@icosthop9998]

And fairly trouble-free compared to all the troubles that both the Tundras and Tacomas are experiencing ATM.

[@ericvonp]

Toyota tundra’s can enjoy the new recall on the engine's which have to be removed and replaced….No joke! 2022-2023’s. Enjoy your semi new truck now that’s been fiddled w a supposedly certified dealer mechanic

[@whodey59]

My 2024 Frontier has been bullet proof so far. Tacomas reputation for reliabilty is slipping for sure. Dont think a 4 cylynder turbo is going to help.

[@archie_bunker]

the 3rd gen was my last tacoma and will i will not be buying this 4th gen even if they gave me one for free

[@thedarkestrainbow]

Good to hear it’s been bulletproof for 3 months. 😂😂😂 jk jk

[@christytemple9834]

My 4th gen is at the dealer with 500 miles on it. They refuse to let me have it because it is unsafe to drive.

[@archie_bunker]

@@christytemple9834 tacoma?

[@christytemple9834]

@@archie_bunker yes

[@jte3470]

My money went to Nissan. In November 2023, I bought a 2023 Nissan Frontier SV 4x4 Midnight Edition. When I was looking at trucks I looked at Chevy Colorado, Ford Ranger, Toyota Tacoma, Honda Ridgeline and Nissan Frontier. The Nissan checked all the boxes. I wanted a V6, 4x4, full boxed frame, heavy suspension and hydraulic power steering. I wasn't looking for a lot of tech in a truck, but the LED headlights are awesome at night.

[@boondocker7964]

my 2024 SV, is a "computer" on wheels, they are like this, I'll have to get used to it.

[@craignoseworthy5871]

I have to go with the Frontier to replace my 9.5 year old Frontier. I checked out the Tacoma, Chev Colorado, 9.5 years ago and purchased the only truck Consumer Reports could recommend them and never looked back!

[@deplorablechump8758]

The Frontier looks solid!

[@CommanderCronus]

Last year I chose the Frontier. Overall I'm very satisfied with it. It's comfortable with a lot of power. 😊

[@border411]

After sitting in the new Frontier I was completely blown away by the comfort, logical layout, and fit and finish of the Nissan. Still waiting for a Toyota dealership to get the new Tacoma in stock. However, the TFL video of the Tacoma blowing out it's front end does not give me the warm and comfortable feeling going into that i thought it would.

[@paulm6481]

The steering in Nissan is stiff. There is no telescoping steering wheel. It only has Direct Injection with carbon buildup. Problematic automatic. Buyer be aware.

[@brad4527]

I too saw that!! ive drove Nissans for a while 1989,1993,2005, great truck and they are tough!

[@whodey59]

​@@paulm6481a 2024 Tacoma already broke on camera with less than 2,000 miles on it. 400,000 3rd gen Tacomas just got recalled....buyer beware!!

[@DavidWilliams-gn1sn]

I saw that video on Tfl..

[@Commentleaver-c6x]

@@paulm6481have you taken a lot of Nissan engines apart and examined them for carbon buildup or is that just a talking point you’ve read?

[@Linknelson]

Love my Frontier

[@archie_bunker]

that will be my next truck

[@boondocker7964]

@@archie_bunker Bought a 2024 SV, on Tuesday, kind of like an old Ford Ranger, but, with upgrades, I think I;m going to like this one.

[@sawboneiomc8809]

No dealer will ever advertise their name on my tailgate without paying me a monthly fee. 😡

[@breckfreeride]

I like seeing them so i can profile the driver...

[@jasonharris3557]

I’m going with the Nissan frontier mainly because it has the V6 engine without any of the turbo BS. It also looks much better and not nearly as cartoonish as the Toyota Tacoma.

[@whois3581]

"Cartoonish" is exactly what I said about the Taco, especially the interior. I kinda like the blocky lego rugged vibe they were going for, but yea, they just went too far with it to the point it looks cartoonish.

[@drecksaukerl]

Yeah, the new Taco is definitely overstyled to the point of gaudiness at least in my opinion.

[@shawnn6926]

Yup, too many squares, angles and sharp lines. Just look cheap.

[@St.Irenaeus]

Love my 3rd gen Frontier!!! ❤

[@meme-bj1pe]

I compared the two and bought the pro4x. Happy with my decision.

[@clintperry799]

Frontier for the win.

[@Commentleaver-c6x]

Nissan Frontier is built in the USA, Tacoma built in Mexico.

[@archie_bunker]

not buying any junk from mexico

[@jeanclaude7018]

Yet Toyota pockets the labor savings while Nissan does not charge more for USA made goods. Toyota is traitor.

[@myplaxismodelisbetterthanyours]

It has worked out for Ford though, right? 😂

[@marklihsu]

@@myplaxismodelisbetterthanyours Ford Ranger is made in Michigan... The Maverick is made in Mexico but it's a budget truck. Not like Toyota making it on the cheap and then ripping off fan boys.

[@myplaxismodelisbetterthanyours]

@@marklihsu yep that's what I'm talking about, the Maverick. The Ranger is a good truck

[@fha4542]

Frontier ALL DAY LONG my friend. I was a Toyota guy for 35 years until i bought a FRONTIER

[@AutoJeffReviews]

Congrats on your truck!!

[@PVo-1111]

Always been a tacoma guy. I have a 21 taco but I even think the Frontier beats the new taco. Because of the v6 and price. When I saw the Frontier for the first time I was liking that powerful v6 but the smaller size of the Frontier and lack of offroad goodies turned me away. I never thought the new taco would push me to the Frontier. For the price I have seen tundra for nearly the price of a new taco, something I can negotiate down and get a tundra for the price of the taco.

[@marklihsu]

You can get a tundra for the price of a taco because nobody wants them with all the problems they have had. Taco looks to be following the tundras lead. Frontier pro 4x is loaded with off-road goodies 4x4 and rear lockers so don't know how it's lacking.

[@cs1992]

The Nissan looks a lot better than I remember.

[@marklihsu]

I'll take the truck that didn't go pop in some light off roading

[@grominwithrob1339]

Which one blew in light off roading? 😳😳😳

[@carltaylor5604]

@@grominwithrob1339Tacoma on TFL

[@LetMeCook86]

@@grominwithrob1339 Toyota.

[@archie_bunker]

likewise. This 4th gen will be the downfall of the tacoma.

[@diz_guy47]

Give credit for TFL for exposing the tacoma. 😅 I was discouraged when that happened

[@jimboslice7389]

I really like both trucks but the price and turbo of the Tacoma was a hard no. 6 months in on a new frontier and I’m happy with my purchase.

[@markfroman738]

Insane that Tacomas went up 10-12 grand in two model years.

[@ericg9092]

I think I'd go with the Nissan. I like the look of the new Tacoma, but would prefer it with the Nissan's V-6. Toyota also seems to be dropping the ball on reliability in their new pickups, which I'm sure they will fix over time. At the end of the day I guess I'm just not a fan of 4-cylinder turbos in a pickup truck. You know it's going to fail, you just don't know when or how soon.

[@MW-bz1qe]

I've driven Toyota trucks for 36 years. Toyota quality has slipped ever since they haven't been built in Japan. Now built in Mexico ? WTF ? Basically all these newer trucks are shit boxes for how much they cost ! Sorry but the truth hurts .😊

[@davehenderson6125]

​@@MW-bz1qe Yeah they sure don't give customers any price breaks for having their trucks built in Mexico with all the compromises that go with them... not to mention the pitifully low wages they pay their workers. Toyotas cost an absolute fortune! I'm really disappointed with them because I was looking to get a new Toyota, but when I saw the prices my eyes nearly popped out of my head.

[@billw8476]

@@davehenderson6125 the mexicans get high before they go to work, as a routine.the drug trade is mexico's #1 export. keep your taco.!!

[@1234tellmewhatyourlookingfor]

There was a time when a full size big horn was a better buy than a Tacoma. Even the power windows and stereos were better in the full size Ram. The center console was huge when you got the bucket seats. This is a while back it was 2008,and Toyota wanted way too much for the Tacoma. I have always liked Nissan better, all the way back to 1984 with the crew cab, they are well made trucks. Remember the Nissan had a option package that added 998,00 they did not say what options. It was likely blind spot mitigation and emergency breaking. They mentioned the Tacoma had a sliding rear window. Why pay more and get a four cylinder with 32 less horsepower than a more reliable naturally aspirated v six in the Nissan. In my opinion they are pushing these little engines far beyond what they should with the turbo. Nissan 9 speed transmission Tacoma 8 speed.Both were always known foe reliable little trucks, now Toyota has gone and compromised there engines, but this year is the last for the V8 in Ram trucks, Ford has been doing it and have a lot of problems.

[@drecksaukerl]

@@davehenderson6125 Was that before or after the added dealer "market adjustment"? Just curious. Either way, there'll be enough Toyota fanboys drinking the Kool-Aid and overpaying by thousands.

[@RestingOutdoors]

I like my Nissan Frontier. Happy I bought this over the 4cycl turbo Tacoma

[@tuan056585]

I do not own a pick up truck but after watching this video, I prefer the Nissan. It looks nice outside and inside. This is just my thoughts.

[@adorianlazar1780]

I've always loved the Taco and had a new 2014 SR5 4x4, but if I had to choose again today, it'd be a Frontier for sure! Engine, looks, abilities, and price all seem to favor Nissan. I'll also bet on the longevity of the 6 cylinder as the turbo will need replacing long before the Nissan will need anything serious!

[@malcolmlyle4910]

in 2023, I really wanted a Tacoma, but had to delay the purchase. Was considering all the mid-size trucks but I compared them and decided on the 2024 Frontier and the deciding factor was the NA 3.8L V6 tried and true engine vs. a 4-cyl turbo (given the troubles with the Tundra turbo V6s, I wasn't going to do a turbo regardless). The Frontier is the last midsize truck (not a unibody) that is not using gimmicks (cylinder deactivation, turbos, yadda yadda) that will just drive up repairs later. My only complaint is the Auto-Start-Stop, which was easy to defeat with a $35 part from Amazon.

[@Wirenutby]

I like keeping my engine clean, good luck with that exposed mess under the Tacoma vs the Frontier's engine. Like the Nissan's front and rear end look better. I'm old school, say no to turbo chargers. Nissan Frontier has my vote.

[@johnnyliggett5535]

I bought a 22 S 4x4 and am very happy with it. $36K and came with tech package and graphics package. As far as being a DI engine, I just run seafoam through the intake every 10K and no problems. A practical truck for a common working man that is affordable.

[@Joe-ie8vk]

I like the look of the Nissan more. I believe the frontier is a naturally aspirated v6 I would prefer that over a turbo 4

[@shawnn6926]

I think it will last a lot longer too.

[@Frontier2022]

Great review! Your first person that tried to be in the middle and objective 👍

[@AutoJeffReviews]

Thank you for seeing that. I did try very hard. I hope you have a great day.

[@corradettimotorsports360]

Tough Call, the Tacoma is the newest Kid on the block, so the interior is something new to look at, the exterior is more of a evolutionary style, than a revolutionary look. The Frontier looks clean and chiseled, but both are attractive and good looking, so its a wash! The Cabin in the Frontier looks cleaner and more friendlier, I am not a fan of the Stand Up Screen, in any vehicle, the HVAC Controls go to the Toyota, if they were 4x4 Spec, the Nissan looks to have a cleaner underbelly and (maybe) better Protection, The Tacoma TRD Off Road I looked at just has plastic Splash Shields, which is not a "Off Road" Spec Feature, IMO. The Tow Hook Location on the Nissan are much better than the Toyotas and the back end looks to have a lot better departure angle capability (just a guess, I maybe wrong) The Nissan has a lot better info on the Window Sticker and although the new 2.4 Turbo is great on paper, its too new to see its overall performance in the real world, so the jury is still out on that one. The 3.8L V6 in the Nissan is stout and has less complexity, so that is a plus, for the price point I think the Nissan Wins the Midsize battle (For Now) and we will have to see in a few months to see if some of the early problems of the Tacoma (Blown Front Diff so far) are going to haunt it.

[@dalefrolander3583]

Looked like a blown front cv axle to me.

[@Whooo_tang]

your riffs are hilarious Mr. Jeff, subscribing now!

[@quintonhorne5152]

I own a 2013 Frontier SV so I lean more toward the Frontier because it’s more reliable

[@benruthlessburger8905]

Great unbiased review

[@jamesm568]

I'll take the V6 as The Frontier also doesn't have grill shutters to malfunction.

[@TheSouthPaw]

Any Pro4X made 23 and beyond has grill shutters.

[@rick9705]

Loaded Nissan Frontier Pro 4X with Convenience and Technology Package for about $43,000. Add Premium Package for I think $2,700 more you get SOOOOO much more for they money, and I keep hearing repeatedly that it just rides so much better than the Tacoma. Also Tacoma being legendary for reliability was before the new I-4 Turbo so it'll still be a while before this one is proven.

[@whois3581]

Toyota's reputation for reliability is slightly bloated by fan boys and popularity because of those fanboys. Don't get me wrong, Toyota is great, one of, if not the best, but Nissan trucks have always been very solid, and just as good if not better. Look around at all the 90s Nissans still running around. I don't see nearly as many Toyota trucks from those years. Frames rusted out and plenty of other issues. And that goes into the early 2000s as well. Then even the past 10yrs, the Taco is not necessarily miles ahead of the Frontier on reliability, if any at all. Toyo is simply bloated from fan boys and Nissan gets a bad rep for their crappy cars, but their trucks have always been very solid, just as good if not better than any Toyo.

[@itsallminor6133]

True​@@whois3581

[@richarddunning6095]

What I really like about the Tacoma if someone hits the side of your truck, it already looks like it’s been backed into by a garbage truck, there’s so many angles…so there’s that.

[@jeanclaude7018]

A body man's dream.

[@gordmonteath6090]

Always looked lke garbage😊

[@gordmonteath6090]

Agree already looks like a good dent at back of front fender ,front of drivers door

[@jeanclaude7018]

@@gordmonteath6090 just adds to the collection of weird Toyota body lines...

[@jeffreyfurtado3681]

The Nissan frontier was refreshed and made all new in 2022. Nissan added the 3.8 liter V6 engine. So, it's not that far off from the new Tacoma.

[@marksullivan8200]

The Nissan also has lumbar it's on the right side of driver seat left side of passenger seat

[@jimboslice7389]

I like how the Tacoma has Molle panels all over but still not for the 10k upkick.

[@jamesalbin6194]

Iam not a Toyota or a Nissan fan but I really like the looks of the Nissan Frontier and that would be my choice.

[@oh_really8361]

I love the singing bits 😂

[@IvanAraujo-kd8pr]

That frontier 3.8 L V6 😍😍

[@richFilosa-pr9bw]

I just bought 2024 Frontier. Roomier, beefy. Inside felt consricted in driver seat, visibility narrowed. Build feels tighter as does handling.

[@pauls055]

Tocoma priced itself too high for what you get. Comparing features on the two the Frontier clearly wins. I am not convinced yet on the turbo 4 for a truck but time will tell. I just bought a '24 Frontier Pro4X in January and loving it so far. Far better than my '21 Tacoma SR5 in all ways - features, ride quality, transmission, etc. Hoping to keep my Frontier for 5+ years and will give all the new models/designs time to evolve, work out the kinks and prove out the power trains.

[@morningdrums]

If I could get the Frontiet pro 4x with a lift and bigger tires, I will take that and hit the off road trails. The new tacoma already is showing issues

[@antoniocognato5023]

I agree. Pro 4x. Black. Small lift. Bigger tires. It's a winner

[@antoniocognato5023]

Exhaust on new 4runner looks TERRIBLE.

[@privatedata665]

I'm very disappointed there was not a drag race and no burn-out contest

[@edhcb9359]

Up until this year, the Tacoma was the easy winnner. Now, thanks to price increases on the 2024 Tacoma and the elimination of the 6 cylinder, the choice is much more muddy! 😂

[@whois3581]

Only fan boys ever thought Tacoma was an "easy winner" up until this year. The Frontiers have been a solid truck for a long time, and better than previous Tacomas in many ways. The Frontier was the better option back on '08 and mine is still running strong. Ask me about my brother's '05 Tacoma.

[@edhcb9359]

@@whois3581 Not so much a fan boy as someone who likes longevity and resale.

[@whois3581]

@@edhcb9359 Nissan has always had just as much, if not more longevity. Just look around and see how many 90s harbodies are still running around and try to find nearly as many Toyos. I put 350k on mine and was still running great when I eventually sold it. My '08 Frontier has been very solid. And I don't really care about resale value, because I buy a truck that I intend to have for at least 15-20yrs. My Frontier is nearing 20yrs at this point and that thing is still rock solid. I'm not selling this time though. I'm keeping it and easily expect it to last another 10yrs. Nissan trucks have just as much if not more longevity. Don't fall for the fanboy hype of Toyo and think that Nissan trucks can't hang, because that is flat wrong.

[@whois3581]

@@edhcb9359 Lol. Nissan has just as much if not more longevity when it comes to their trucks. Just look around at past years and use your brain. And resale doesn't matter when you plan to keep a truck for at least 15-20yrs.

[@edhcb9359]

@@whois3581 I don’t plan on buying used and I don’t keep a vehicle forever so I can’t take advantage of Nissan’s low resale values(resulting from a less than stellar reputation).

[@uzumakimashingon1883]

Pulled the trigger on the Frontier Pro4x because is the last of the mid-sized V6 that has a chassis, leaf springs on the back and no chrome for me. Perfect fit tbh. Don't trust 4 turbos just yet and we wanted reliability so, for me, there's no better option.

[@dalefrolander3583]

I just rented a Frontier for 3 days on a trip. It had good power and brakes and handled well. It also got good gas mileage. The ride over bumps was choppy and bottomed easily. The steering was heavy at slow speeds, but I got used to it quickly. The defrost didn't work that well. I would consider the frontier, but it only has direct injection with no port injection to keep the intake valves clean. That's a deal breaker for me. The Tacoma has both direct and port injection.

[@ericg9092]

I'd worry more about when the turbo would fail then when the intake valves would require service. I guess it's a race. :)

[@texttwenty-nine1627]

The one you rented had a bad defroster? That bites. I'm sorry to hear that you had to deal with that. Maybe that one was a lemon? Mine works very well. I live in North Western MN. It was -30°F just a couple days ago. 😅

[@dennisk5054]

I bet you used it as a regular SUV.

[@marklihsu]

Tacoma also has a glass ADD that will "break nicely" in some light snow and leave you stranded. That would be a deal breaker for me

[@W0RLDSSMALLESTVI0LIN]

It's not that hard to use Marvel Mystery Oil once in awhile. Get the Frontier.

[@walterspringer565]

Drove a 2000 Frontier 4dr V6 for 16 years and then replaced it with a new 2/4 dr access cab 4cyl Taco. I was very happy with both. I must say I'm very shocked by the price of the '24 Taco, but we are living in the age of Biden.

[@marklihsu]

That makes no sense both are living in the age of Biden yet Toyota is still more expensive 🤷

[@garym51124]

So basically fjb lol i agree

[@juddblaney9320]

The Frontier reminds me a lot of the 2nd gen Tacoma. Really nice and everyone that reviews em on YT says they’re pleasantly surprised at em. Compared to the new Tacoma, Frontier wins. I think Toyota forgot why people buy Toyotas and what their fans want. Definitely don’t want a $50-$65K truck with a 4 cylinder to not last nearly as long as the old V6

[@jackhook4192]

Nissan frontier is an excellent truck for the money you can’t beat it. Toyota has went downhill in quality over the years but still relies on its old reputation.

[@christytemple9834]

To true!

[@jeffhartz2422]

I just went with the 2024 Nissan Frontier SV crew cab long (6 ft) bed with the technology package and am really happy. We have been a Toyota car and truck family for years, but after comparing all of the mid-size trucks on the market, everything including price, engine, and interior/exterior styling led me to go with the Frontier. I do wish the Frontier trim level I got had LED head and fog lights, wireless charging and CarPlay, and wireless connectivity to the MyNissan app -- but that would have been a lot extra or a higher trim level. A little better fuel economy would be nice too. It does not auto lock/unlock when walking away or up to the vehicle which I find odd, and it's not possible to intentionally lock the doors with my wife's purse (including her key fob) inside -- perhaps we are the only couple who does that when we are out together... My Frontier happens to have the Fender sound system upgrade -- DO NOT WASTE YOUR MONEY ON THE FENDER SOUND SYSTEM! It has no audio adjustments other than treble/base/fade/balance, and the sound is quite poor compared to my Mazda's upgraded Bose system. The subwoofer takes up half of the under rear seat storage, and although it puts out some vehicle shaking bass, right off the lot anything above about 30% volume has at least one speaker rattling with certain mid/low frequencies. Now I am trying to decide if I should go back to the dealer (35 min. away) to complain. That last vehicle I took back to a (Toyota) dealer ended up with more problems after it was "fixed" than when I took it in.

[@mikebradford7780]

Daughter has the Nissan Pro 4X. Its been a solid and reliable truck, even towing the19ft camper.

[@hippo-potamus]

I just scrolled through the first 100 comments and not one single person chose the Toyota. haha

[@Joe-cu4hi]

If the Nissan runs 500,000 with no issues I would go with it over the Taco 4 banger turbo. I had Datsun in the 70’s as a teen then Nissan as an adult and they never lasted as long and trouble free as a Toyota. Reliability was amazing with all the Toyotas I’ve owned, but a 4 turbo is not sitting well with me. I imagine the service departments at Toyota must be celebrating with anticipation for all the repairs that will be coming lining the pockets of the dealership. Also the price of nearly $50,000! Who is affording these trucks? Are they getting 10 year financing? Or putting $20k down payments? Maybe paying cash?

[@jeanclaude7018]

Well, I have a Hardbody with 425,000 on it, and a Sentra with 360,000 on the original engine. There is a million mile Frontier on the web fully documented. How can 😅Toyota really be better? I also had a nice SR5 4x4 that blew both a head gasket and rear diff while still under warranty!

[@Joe-cu4hi]

@@jeanclaude7018glad to hear. Just to be clear the new Taco looks good but the 4 cylinder is a deal breaker

[@jeanclaude7018]

@@Joe-cu4hi certainly better looking than Tundra, which is having catastrophic bearing failures for some folks. But what happens out of warranty when they need to replace wastegate and can't remove the cab at home? Off to the stealership for $$$ extraction. Sounds like a disaster.

[@christytemple9834]

Loyal toyota customer for years. After buying a 40,000 dollar truck in April and it being in the dealer with no ETA on when i can have my truck back. The plant installed a broken evaporator housing, and it leaks water all over the driver side. They have to tear out the dash in order to repair it. I am not the only person this has happened to either. In my opinion, toyota is not trying to help. They want to up sell my on an upgraded pkg model. I haven't even made the first payment yet.

[@bobc.5698]

I like the analog guages and the hydraulic steering, and the v6 on the Frontier.

[@spider3701]

This is my Frontier, there are many like it but this one is mine 😊

[@jasonczfan8658]

So I will be in the market for a new pick up in the next few years. I always thought it would be a Tacoma but they hiked the prices and only have a 4 cylinder turbo? That doesn’t make sense at all. I will be leaning towards the Frontier with that V-6.

[@Goodie247]

I am in the same position as you and I’m definitely going with the Nissan!! I don’t have an extra $20k-30k for a new engine when the Mexican made taco goes boom just outside of the warranty.

[@HalTaberner]

Nisan for sure with v6 and looks plus reliability

[@Doc1855]

We’re so sick and tired of Gloomy Grey and Boring Black interior colors that every automaker has been shoving down everyone’s throats since 1990. 34 years of same ole same ole. Those interior colors have lasted longer than most marriages. Whatever happened to bright cheerful welcoming interior colors?

[@jeanclaude7018]

Nissan at least is putting hot orange lava accents and stitching in some Frontiers. Look at some of the bold color options inside the new Nissan Z. They definitely wake you up.

[@Doc1855]

@@jeanclaude7018 They do, but other than gloomy grey, outdated charcoal grey death black that’s all that’s offered in everyday vehicles. I remember when people could actually be independent and order Tan, Blue, Red, Green interior.

[@jeanclaude7018]

@@Doc1855 I agree, those were the days. I remember the turquoise interior of an old Chevy Brookwood wagon my mom had. My 77 Ford 150 was very red inside and out, and I sewed up a new seat for it in deep red marine vinyl. My Civic is indeed very charcoal inside, and I wish I could liven it up. My Nissan Hardbody is actually 2-tone blue inside, and I believe those came in blue , brown, red, or gray. Now the companies just use the gray, I guess so they can be cheap and stamp them all out the same. We must now obtain all color from the icons on the big dash screen.

[@Doc1855]

@@jeanclaude7018 My 23 TRD Off Road, double cab, 6’ bed with the Premium and Technology pkgs came with FUGLY , DEPRESSING, BORING, Black Leather. I contacted Katzkin and they made me Barcelona Red Leather seat covers for my TRD. The Leather has black trim and stitching. Katzkin has a contrast with a local upholstery shop about 1/2 an hour from our house. They will remove the Fugly Black leather seat covers and replace them with the Red leather seat covers. After they’ve finished my TRD, they will remove the Gloomy Grey cloth seat covers from my friends 23 TRD and put my Black Leather seat covers onto his seats. It’s a Win Win for both of us. He gets the Black Leather seats that he wants and I get the beautiful Barcelona Red seats. I’ve already contacted our local body shop and they’re going to paint the lower section (following the body lines ). My 23 TRD is White and with it 2 toned in Barcelona Red metallic on the lower section y

[@Doc1855]

@@jeanclaude7018 I miss being an individual when it comes to our vehicles. The automakers have lumped everyone together and have dictated to everyone into their mold. I miss the bright and cheerful colors that people use to be able to express themselves with our vehicles. When I started looking for a Tacoma in 23 , ( I refuse to buy a vehicle that is painted like everyone else’s)., so I wanted White, Barcelona Red, or Lunar Rock. If I would have found one in Barcelona Red, I would have had it 2 toned a nice medium Bronze metallic. If it would have been Lunar Rock, it would’ve been 2 toned in Tan. White was my number One choice because we keep our vehicles for 15-20 years and White doesn’t fade over time. The Barcelona Red will set it off enough to make it 1 of a kind. My TRD came with the “blackout” overlays , so I removed the depressing Black and found Lava Red overlays for my trucks badging. Now everyone is wanting to know where I got the Red from.

[@therealpatriot1776]

Love your channel. Hollaaaaaaa!

[@AutoJeffReviews]

tell me your winner and why. Thanks for watching and Subscribing! Jeff

[@edhcb9359]

I’m hoping my company lays me off so I can retire. If that happens the severance will be enough to buy a new Tacoma TRD Off-road. If I don’t get laid off and I just quit then I’ll probably buy the more base model Frontier with my own money because I’m cheap.

[@RobertKlein-y1q]

Tacoma. I'm a Toyota freak

[@Eclipse-ss7ko]

I thought I liked the Taco but the display is really small even though the panel is large. The nissan was a little smaller but filled the whole panel. I pick the Nissan but I want the 4X4 unit. Would never buy a truck with 2 wheel drive.

[@Eclipse-ss7ko]

I agree with the others . The 6 cylinder is better than the turbo. Nissan

[@daryldaryl887]

What about the Ford Ranger?

[@coolftp]

The Nissan is nicer, the Tacoma looks very technical, but I like the organization on the doors and the molle panels in the Tacoma.

[@danteisme]

I like this review, this is a good comparison for someone like myself who is considering both of these trucks as options. Honestly on the fence between the two, I'll have to test drive them both. Oh darn... It does seem like the Frontier's rear seats are more vertical than the Tacomas, but that could be an illusion.

[@nickgee7291]

Always liked toyota tacoma more than the previous gen frontier. But i like the current gen frontier more than the current gen tacoma aesthetically

[@sebastiancrabill444]

We definitely be buying a frontier, is made in the states, it's a v6, the interior is not too busy ,less is better in the long run, budy style looks like a truck and less things to worry about going wrong, price is a budget friendly. Tacoma is too busy, made in Mexico, meaning quality is a lemon, 4cyl turbo , engine will bear out faster, inside is too busy, that laptop is too big for the dash, overpriced, but both trucks need grab handle on the driver side pillar and locking fuel door. Overall nissan wins for us.

[@SteveSabbai]

I have been a Toyota owner for decades but the new Tacoma and Tundra are big mistakes that I will never buy again. Things I will never buy: 1. Turbo 2. CVT or DC transmissions. 3. Overpriced vehicle. 4. 1st generation EV. 5. The first two years of a new model. 6. AWD. Most people don't really need it. Plus, the more complicated a system is, the more likely it will break and cost more to fix. Toyota frak'd up big time. A lot of Toyota fans are jumping ship.

[@offthewallsurfer1]

I’m a Toyota guy, with that being said, that Frontier is sexy. Plus I like the naturally aspirated V6, that turbo won’t last long in the Taco.

[@3RAN7ON]

All of these song references will get lost on the young generation. They don't know who skee-lo is

[@AutoJeffReviews]

Glad you do!!

[@3RAN7ON]

@@AutoJeffReviews haha ya I'm old... Great video tho! I'm driving out to the Nissan dealership today to test drive the frontier

[@fiskerzwiz]

As a dad in my 40s, this guy's song references spoke to me. 🤣

[@3RAN7ON]

Me too! Hey I ended up buying a new Nissan frontier woohoo

[@winny6673]

I went to the Cleveland auto show to look at the smaller trucks. The Toyota was a prototype and was locked. I don't like the sitting height and windshield visibility of the current Toyota. The new Colorado is too tight in the front, worse in the rear. I don't like the look of the Ranger, but sitting in the front was better than expected due to the lower front console. The Jeep Gladiator was horrible. I really won't have passengers though. The rear seat on the Nissan sits up a little too straight. But overall style, V6 reliability, and definitely PRICE, the Frontier is tops. Just my opinion.

[@stockey]

Frontier for me, V6 and made in America.

[@tcmits3699]

Can you imagine one of these trucks with a 3 speed manual on the column 😮

[@itsallminor6133]

Ohhh.. I remember them.. no I can't actually

[@michaelblanton8319]

I think the Nissan looks better, interior and exterior. Also, I’m not a fan of turbos. I would choose the Nissan.

[@alexanderradec]

it’s a really tough choice, the interior asthetic of the new tacoma is appealing but otherwise it’s first gen of a new era soo it’s goinna have problems ima wait or if it was a different color i’d prolly choose the frontier for the V6

[@aerynlovell4754]

The funny thing about Tacoma is that people call it "class leading," but Toyota copied elements from the Frontier interior. The center console grab handle, armrest, and angled grab handle on the inside of the front doors of the Tacoma were copied from a better designed truck interior, the Frontier. Naturally aspirated is always better for a truck because it's more reliable and can get a more efficient air/fuel mixture. Everyone says a turbo give the truck more power but they don't explain that to prevent knock the turbocharged engine sprays extra fuel into the cylinder to cool it down. That extra fuel isn't burned but instead gets dumped into the catalytic converter and ruins fuel economy. The Tacoma is the most expensive mid-sized truck but they put cheap looking metal D-rings in the bed to secure cargo. Most people say the Nissan design is outdated but I think the Frontier design uses a classic truck design that has been proven to work well, be user-friendly, and reliable in trucks that are used as work vehicles.

[@alexanderradec]

@@aerynlovell4754 when i first got into the new frontier i was completely wowed! the grab handles and cool color tones with the interior , it was a much needed refresh, then i saw what the tacoma did as you mentioned they took the ideas of some competitors , when i got into the frontier again, i saw how when i did the bump test things rattled or seemed loose, it didn’t as sturdy like the tacoma, even the shift knob is cool taken from the Rav4 but i wish the frontier took from their rouge / pathfinder counter part too, and the GMC AT4 Canyon even has some cool aesthetic choices. if Frontier improves on their interior and infotainment center along with adding rear AC vents. i mean i will say the frontier hands down the rear seats fold all the way which is a big plus for me and the drive quality is a lot nicer.

[@johnyelton688]

16" wheels is a must, off-road.

[@user-fl4wn9dn2c]

the torque does not mean it has more low end power necessarily.. it can be higher in the RPM.

[@nervouswreck392]

Taco is fugily as hell, inside and out‼️ why i bought a pro4x frontier‼️👌☝️✔️

[@grominwithrob1339]

I don’t want a truck that runs on gas and isn’t naturally aspirated.

[@richiep.3366]

The better value is the Nissan. Tacoma is over 40K with a 3 grand “upgrade” package and the Taco doesn’t even have power seats! The Frontier is cheaper and has some nice details like sound insulation underneath the hood, drop down arm rest for rear seat passengers. The V6 is a good powertrain. The jury may still be out on the reliability of the new Taco but it’s not on the pricing. Toyota is raising the prices against competitors like Nissan and Chevy while offering less features. It’s like they know people will buy it anyway. Then you have the SET distribution mafia making you buy $70 iPhone cables 🤣🤣

[@dennisk5054]

You clearly don't understand pickup trucks.

[@NickVetter]

People love tacomas, and it will likely get more money on resale

[@marklihsu]

@@NickVetter yes pay $5k more now to maybe get a couple thousand 10 years from now. Sounds like a sound financial decision. Hope that's not how you go about retirement planning.

[@NickVetter]

@@marklihsu 22' frontiers are already like $10k under their msrps without many miles. No one can guarantee which vehicle will be the cheapest in the ling run, but I bet you won't see $10k off these Tacomas in 2 years.

[@Letmec0mmentplz]

The frontier has just crushed the Tacoma in this generation. It feels bigger, it's interior is smooth and practical, it doesn't have Toyota's doomed turbo charged engine, and has kept all the reliable things from the old frontier before it was redesigned. Frontier is the clear winner

[@theoutdoordad7395]

By doomed you mean like a lot of Nissans drivetrains???

[@Letmec0mmentplz]

@@theoutdoordad7395 the engine definitely doesn't explode like the new turbo charged tundra has been doing lol. The frontier has been known to reach a million miles, so Nissan didn't change a good thing. The tundra could reach a million miles too, but Toyota decided they would rather your engine blow up now lol

[@theoutdoordad7395]

@@Letmec0mmentplz plenty of people complaining online that their frontier or titan blew a transmission or gasket as well. The new tundra is a mistake hopefully the Tacoma will be better.

[@Letmec0mmentplz]

@@theoutdoordad7395 oh for sure, the Titan had major engine and transmission problems. The thing is, both weren't made by Nissan, that was the problem lol. The engine that was known to have problems was the Cummins diesel, and the bad transmission was an Aisin, which is owned by who? You guessed it, Toyota. Now that Nissan only lets you buy the Titan with their engine and parts mostly made in America, the truck's reliability went way up.

[@Letmec0mmentplz]

@@theoutdoordad7395 I do hope the Tacoma is better, I've always liked the Tacoma. But the new strategy Toyota is taking is starting to scare me

[@AR-pm9nv]

I’m on my 3rd Second gen Tacoma. I love them. But honestly, Id take the Nissan any day of the week.

[@Doc1855]

Those 5’ bed are for Soccer moms and dads. Both interior colors in both trucks are OUTDATED from 1990.

[@rickp6391]

Never thought I'd live to see Nissan quality beat out Toyota. I now strongly believe the NA V6 will be less problematic than the new 4 Cylinder TURBO. There are already reported problems with the turbo system. I'm on my 4th and last new Tacoma. My '21 Tacoma will have to last me until I croak.

[@jeffhoward6541]

Toyota took their bullet proof V6 away and now I won't have anything to do with it. A turbo is a non starter with me. I know two people who had blown headgaskets around 1K on 4 cylinder turbo engines. My 2008 Tacoma V6 with theV6 at 172 ,000+ miles just keeps on truckin.

[@mingovazquez704]

Love my 4runner i want a tacoma, but the turbos and the price,I guess my money goes to the nissan.

[@Die-castDon]

42,000 miles on my v6 frontier not a single problem. Nissan for the win.

[@martyhabada6980]

I went with the Nissan sv pro. It was quiet felt like a heavy sure footed truck, The features are easy to use and the seats are comfortable . Many safety features. The quality is awesome. I prefer the v6 over the 4 turbo. In the long run I believe it will hold up better. My only gripe is the silly auto stop feature. Both have that, Stupid idea. will look into ways to defeat that. I traded a 2017 Tacoma sr 4cyl 5 speed manual and this Truck in many ways is superior to that. Trade in value on the Tacoma was great. It was a good truck but the features and ride quality of the Nissan is sooo much better. It is quieter than my wife's Subaru outback. Awesome truck. I vote Frontier.

[@austinprice3630]

The frontier has a better warranty 10 years or 200k and turbocharged engines won’t last as long unfortunately frontier for me probably cause I drive one don’t get me wrong the Tacoma looks sharp and does have more get up and go but I went with the frontier cause it felt like more money for the buck and more HP

[@user-tb7rn1il3q]

Turbos generally outlast the engine. Not sure why people worry about turbos.

[@spyder000069]

@@user-tb7rn1il3q So far the two people I know with different generations of the ecoboost 3.5 have had at least 1 turbo replaced. One was 5 states away on vacation when it happened. Its a valid concern. While the use of turbos has improved the manufacturing quality of parts and such has declined over the last few years as evident by all the recalls. One more thing to break.

[@user-tb7rn1il3q]

@@spyder000069 Quality is actually improving minus the pandemic years. An engine with more cylinders, valves, heads, and camshafts is a lot more likely to have a failure than a simpler one with a turbo.

[@spyder000069]

@@user-tb7rn1il3q "Quality is actually improving" Unfortunately I cannot be convinced of this. I would mention things like the bronco engine failures, the recent colorado recalls with engine block cracks, the silverados roofs splitting, colorados roofs dented by car washes, GM engines cyclinder deactivation problems, TFLs new tacoma just grenaded, tacomas huge 2022/2023 axle nut recall, frontiers parking pawl recall, colorados software update that killed the batteries and bricked some trucks, not to mention if you watch any of the channels like uncle tonys garage the reports of new parts being so bad that people are trying to source new old stock. As far as failure rate goes I would argue a larger engine under less strain across its cylinders lives longer than a small displacement boosted high compression engine. Its not as efficient, its may not be as fuel efficient, it may be more expensive and heavier, but its less particular about maintenance. Clearly all manufacturers are headed the way of the smaller turbo'd engine and designs will improve over time. I have a ecoboost 1.0 in a ecosport in our collection and its impressive although it too has a recall for its wet belt design that breaks apart and clogs the oil pump. I suppose could damage the turbo as well. I have a ecosport with a 2.0 naturally aspirated that has less vibration and I have no long term worries with it.

[@user-tb7rn1il3q]

@@spyder000069 It has improved, you are hearing about a lot more of the problems because of social media and online forums. I remember cars of the 80s and 90s, even Toyotas, having constant issues requiring maintenance, repairs, and rust work. Exhaust systems would fall off, belts would break, accessories would fail, batteries wouldn’t last very long, tires would only last 30k miles, almost constant brake and suspension work, starters, electrical problems, etc.

[@Michael-h6g]

My last truck was the last Gen Frontier and it was an outstanding truck. Never had a single issue with it. I've heard good things about the new Gen as well. The Taco is too new for any of us to really have an opinion where experience is concerned but we all know how great the last Gen was. I'd go naturally aspirated engine any day over forced induction. Simply put, the engine will have a longer life. I'm quite disappointed with how all of the manufacturers are dropping little turbo charged four bangers into everything, even full sized trucks!

[@Alan-lv9rw]

Frontier!

[@DavidMosby]

When the turbos have to be replaced, they will wish they went with the Nissan. To me, nothing else matters besides the final price and the Nissan wins by $3000 .

[@matrix-fh9tn]

I know pricier but I like Taco for better look and mpg(expect even better with hybrid). Does Frontier have shortage issue like Taco?

[@RottenAnimal]

Frontier for me

[@crosslink1493]

FIRST: Thanks for reviewing the 4x2 models. Every other review I'm finding is a 4x4. DISLIKES FOR BOTH: What I dislike about both is no ability to use a key/keyswitch to start the truck. My last three trucks had the FOBs die before the trucks got traded in. That would be a heck of an inconvenience to me if they didn't use a keyswitch. I'd also consider a 'chipped' key a better security device. It does appear both have a key-openable door (drivers side, at least), which is a positive to me. Both need a CD player as I've got a lot of CDs (easy to solve with aftermarket parts). I'd also like a 5-speed manual transmission option. WINNER would be the Nissan Frontier. V-6 engine, no turbo is a big plus. I also like the Frontier's dash displays, its manual parking brake (which you didn't mention). The Frontier needs a spray-in bedliner but I can get that done for a lot less than the dealer charges (its a $900 dealer option IIRC).