On And Off Road With The New 2022 Nissan Frontier (And Yes, It's A Huge Improvement)

[@macbrun7]

Had a 2012 Frontier; my son has it now. I love it and still think it's one of the best looking pickups out there. Currently have a 2017 Titan. Great and very under-rated truck. Frontier is back on my radar for my next truck. Thanks Tom!

[@davec.3198]

Just bought a new '21 Titan Pro4x. So far, I really love it. Tows great. Great power. Super comfy. Nice infotainment. Throaty V8. I get a lot of compliments on it.

[@kaisarahmed6424]

Your narration is best. Humorous. Witty.

[@Pdeloosha]

Saying this one is much better that the last gen is a hell of an accolade because the last one was a hell of a truck !

[@haze1123]

I love it. The painted grille looks especially good. Nissan has a winner here.

[@xanderunderwoods3363]

I ain't gonna lie...I love this truck 2 reviews in one day, wow! You are the best Tom

[@kevinblock2307]

This was a great review- so nice to see what the SV looks like 👍

[@TimeisReel]

Thanks for being one of the reviews to show the "Lower" trims...

[@monty2020-i5d]

I love my 2023 frontier. Awesome power

[@johnmatheson6878]

Excellent & very thorough review. Keep up the great work Tom !!! 🙂

[@1guyin10]

I think they made a very solid effort with this one. Still, it will be hard to pry midsize buyers out of their Tacoma's.

[@chamade166]

Looks outdated already. Very uninspiring design in that typical Nissan way.

[@DrivenCarReviews]

I agree. But that's not what Nissan's trying to do. There's a huge market of Frontier faithful that have been waiting years for this. I expect demand will be high for at least a couple years.

[@JS-qi1ou]

Honestly though the pro4x runs about $38k compared to the $48k TRD Pro. I like Toyota but 50k for a midsize is crazy

[@SupramanTRD]

@@chamade166 The Tacoma is far worse. A plastic bed, rear drum brakes, and a c channel frame. It's the most basic and pathetic of all mid size trucks, yet it cost the most.

[@KTMcaptain]

@@JS-qi1ou the pro4x is comparable to the trd off road not pro. And the Tacoma starts close to that price albeit with a manual trans.

[@TLrevival]

Bought one a week ago, traded in a newer Ram. Best choice I ever made, I now have loads more tech and the use ability of a midsized truck just seems to fit my day to day so much better..

[@ciello___8307]

hows the engine tranny combo with the 9 speed?

[@Gongolo29]

I love your reviews!! Super fun to watch and very informative!!

[@NorthPaddle]

Cool. I finally found someone who got to drive the SV trim. Everyone else seem to have the pro 4X. I am more interested in the SV as I like the style cues better. You also are about the only reviewer who at least showed a glimpse of the King Cab. It seemed like the rest of the journalist ignored that one.

[@DrivenCarReviews]

I do my best

[@Twize]

As a 19’ Tacoma TRD Pro owner. I’m glad to see Nissan step it’s game up. I hope it does well and at the least, push all the other mid size truck manufacturers to step up their game. 👍.

[@SupramanTRD]

I really love the third gen. But when I learned tacomas have c channel frames, rear drums, and a plastic bed. I said I would never buy one. The Frontier solves those issues.

[@tenncutt]

@@SupramanTRD yep!

[@beexiong2995]

@@SupramanTRD you dont even know why they were designed like that back in 2016 when it came out. I suggest you go find out. There's a reason people prefer them for offroading over the nissan.

[@McSMACKthe1st]

Wow!! TWO great reviews of two very interesting vehicles in a 24 hour period!! I’m playing the lottery tonight! Nissan did a good update on the Frontier. I see tons of those trucks driving around LA. Those are going to sell.

[@McSMACKthe1st]

Never did win the lottery that night. Dang. Oh well, next time.

[@joegondo7985]

Two in one day..brain overwhelmed..lol. Great truck for the price minded buyer..thanks

[@Guvb235]

It took them 16 years to make a new one but it’s still on the old platform? Far out… Also, a big shout out to Tom for TWO big videos in the same week - especially after press events with embargoes and what not. Well done mate!

[@SylasG]

Do you want to pay 20 grand more for it to be on a new platform? I assume not.

[@tiberianexcalibur]

What’s wrong with the old platform?

[@Guvb235]

@@SylasG you really think it would cost $20k more per unit to build one on a new platform? A newer platform already exists in the global Navara (which is what the old Frontier was… just way bock in 2005). Why not use that and adapt to US tastes? Typical Nissan cheapness.

[@SylasG]

@@Guvb235 Of course I exaggerate. Also do a little research, the navara frame is not as good as frontier.

[@imacrazy6872]

What is so wrong with the old platform? Heck, at least they are priced in the 20's.

[@thestrodelife]

As always you make great videos! Keep up the good work I’m definitely getting one

[@chrisgraydon]

I have a 2012 Nissan Sentra S with over 224,000 miles on it. Never had an issue with the original CVT. I changed the fluid every 60,000 miles as required in the owner’s manual. Nissan is capable to be reliable as Toyota and Honda. You haters should learn how to read a manual and drive a car properly and you won’t have any problems long term.

[@MrStrutus]

How is the turn radius Tom ? Surprise there is no telescoping steering.

[@adrienlac]

Just like in the old one.... I call bull**

[@joshwhite9211]

Yeah was hoping they would improve that and the motor mounts that seem to go bad often

[@TheM3csl]

Videos keep rollin'! Lovin this channel more.

[@navyryder]

Hey it’s build in America, provides American jobs plus it’s a great truck as reliable as the Tacoma *(many Tacomas will be built in Mexico)and a lot less expensive, buy it now!!!

[@robo2729]

@John Doe well i did, and i got the extended warranty...so we will see. From what i have seen and heard, i should be fine but you are right. I wanted the extra security of the extended warranty just in case, as this is using a lot of new parts...

[@jakp8777]

It’s built in America in a non union plant staffed by disposable temp workers (Yates services) on land Mississippi gave Nissan for free. No comparison job wise to this and buying a Ford or GM. That’s like comparing McDonald’s job to a chef owning a restaurant. But hey, they are both food jobs.

[@f5rhawk]

At 7:06 literally, almost every Frontier owner that I rode with always takes their truck off-roading. Back when I used to live in Texas over some military road to Utah terrains. Heck since my early college years I remember one of my co-worker's heavily modded Dark blue Frontier that he took out driving over rivers.

[@samjohnson2801]

Dude I'm digging this

[@lolotus4borderless]

Superb review on point at every turn.

[@Offshore1977]

Love they kept the 4x4 display on the dash. I hate the vehicles that have a little light for their display

[@flynnlightman4196]

Thanks for showing the different trim/pricing structure. It's really disappointing you can't get a Kingcab LWB with all the goodies.

[@clubracer6]

They did a great job with this considering the underpinnings we mostly reused from the previous one.

[@1guyin10]

Fully agree on Titan. It should sell much better than it does.

[@daniellanzotti2391]

4:11 is that the Todd from Everyday Driver KZbin Channel in the salmon shirt in front of you?

[@camerinw.3226]

Great review

[@mustafanaji6591]

GOOD REVIEW & GREAT TRUCK.

[@mess0965]

Another great Video and review. Very true... Test drive, test drive...

[@paulm6481]

It is a great small entry. No doubt. I agree lack of telescoping steering wheel is a big miss. Otherwise, it is functionally better than Ridgeline. It is functionally same as Taco. I like to know how the driver seat position compares to Taco. The engine transmission seems like a great thing to have standard V6. The reviewer did not take it on highway. I like to know how highway ride with that suspension is like. Ridgeline rides great on highways at high speeds. And how quiet is it not just on country roads but on highways. It has to prove itself against Taco when it comes to reliability. That is the only thing that may prevent people from buying it.

[@DrivenCarReviews]

Most of my miles were on highway, and all of my on-road observations apply to highway driving. It's too dangerous and busy on the highway to shoot there.

[@MIZUNOMP60]

The interior space, rear seat flip up cargo space, rear in-bed trunk space and overall seat comfort of the Ridgeline are hard to beat. If you need to tow more than 5,000lbs or really do plan to venture far off road then the Ridgeline won't apply otherwise I think it's still the midsize truck to beat and is worth the jump in price to get into even a Ridgeline Sport.

[@DrivenCarReviews]

@@MIZUNOMP60 Ridgeline is HIGHLY underrated. It works perfectly for how people actually use mid-sized trucks, not how people fantasize how they'll use them.

[@theviralspiral-courtesyoft1187]

_"The frame is proven and is very reliable. So why change or start from the ground-up?"_ A sec later. _"We've made several modifications. So, it's a very heavily modified frame."_

[@johng.4959]

Right? Old tech...heavy... and well... pass....

[@SupramanTRD]

The frame itself is the same. What they're saying is the attachments are changed to reflect the new body that sits on it.

[@davec.3198]

You clearly didn't listen.

[@tenncutt]

Hydraulic body mounts

[@richardl1743]

Love the truck, I’ve had three Frontiers and a Titan, never wished the steering wheel telescoped

[@jimlevering4613]

Great video!

[@LongHuII]

Looks awesome.

[@shawnmclaughlin7418]

Soooo.... its a more comfortable version of a tacoma works for me i didnt need a redesigned truck. I need a little truck that is tough as nails comfortable and does not cost 50 60k to own.

[@mogeking56]

When I am escaping from zombies 🧟‍♂️ I need a capable truck to help me get away 🏃🏾

[@bigdoggy6650]

Good stuff

[@Lakersfansince95]

Even at 19 mpg on a full 21.5 gallon tank that’s over 400 miles. Not bad.

[@beexiong2995]

Same as a tacoma. It's not great

[@Mr.DisAppointed-SC]

The down tube on the bicycle at around the 12:30 mark says "Hype". I hope that is not an omen.

[@jimbendtsen8841]

I just went to a 2020 Frontier showing in MN. NISSAN FUCKED UP. Nissan really restricted extra options on the Crew Cab Long Bed trucks. No moon roof, no LED lights, no heated seats or steering wheel, among others. All available on the 5' bed trucks, but not on the 6' bed trucks. Why anyone wants one of the 5' bed trucks is beyond me. WTF are they good for, hauling a chair? I'm going looking for a 2021, and wait for Nissan to wake the fuck up.

[@IAutoEnthusiast]

”as always" another great vehicle review. Would love to see your style of reviewing on modified older cars. Just a thought.

[@yamahschector]

When you have pro4x money do you buy a pro4x? With what’s out there is this a good option? I also love the king bed version

[@jody024]

Another quality video.

[@JBlinky67]

Why compare to the Ridgeline? Have you found the 4-Lo button on one that would even justify a comparison?

[@ArizonaJK]

Looks to have the jk 44 rear axle housing witch is very strong.

[@joseramos7476]

Great value

[@kaimoran964]

does the sunroof open

[@deniscdyck]

Slow down Tom... I can't spend so much time watching your videos. Gotta work at some point... lol But yeah, keep 'em coming. I'll make time.

[@S2kBPRIME]

Nissan is up to their old tricks...not changing anything.

[@genzigzag]

Thanks Tom! Great looking truck, reliability should be good as it's the prior gen motor/ transmission(late model year) and chassis. Interior is very truck like, which is a good thing! Reminds me of the old Hardbody pickups...

[@bChipps]

Where was this event at it looks beautiful there

[@johnbenson4744]

It's always good to have more competition. But keep your tools out of the cab, it's very dangerous in an accident.

[@johnboy3100]

Wish they would have done Pi along with DI engine.

[@slip0n0fall]

Any comment on why they omitted the util-track from the bed floor? Looks like grommets are there to accept it... wonder if it's one of their 80+ accessories?

[@gogutzy]

is that 3.8 a carryover from the GT-R?

[@MrMannyhw]

Is it twin turbo?

[@bigdavedayday1581]

Yes with quad turbo

[@MIZUNOMP60]

Hey Tom you going to be reviewing the Grand Cherokee L? thx

[@DrivenCarReviews]

It's going to be awhile, lots of stuff happening in my world.

[@MIZUNOMP60]

@@DrivenCarReviews It will be worth the wait ;-)

[@999benhonda]

Had their patience tested...I hate auto media's mentality towards models that last more than 5 or 6 years. The frontiers success is due in part to the platform not being changed...not growing larger and becoming more expensive as its competitors did. Frontier sales figures hardly changed over it's whole life, proving that buyers didn't care about it being new or having all the newest features. Many guys just need a solid, capable pickup. My 05 frontier is still nicer than some cars I've owned. It is a far cry from my dad's fully loaded 2015 dodge ram...but I don't need or want a luxury truck. When every auto maker goes "up market " with their models, in order to increase profit margins, people buy them partially because it's what's being offered. When the time comes to replace my frontier...I won't look for a 2022 model...I will look for a 2020 model with low miles and proven tech.

[@n0xxm3rcyxx]

when is it coming out?

[@joshwhite9211]

September

[@DrivenCarReviews]

Should be one or two at your local dealer right now if it hasn't already sold.

[@n0xxm3rcyxx]

@@DrivenCarReviews I havnt seen any yet. Unless like u say they are already sold out. Been looking forward to this, since it was just rumors.

[@jean-louislonne7033]

Leaf springs? these were used on horse wagons and carts, circa 1800, or earlier; feel free to correct me about any advantage, except to Nissan.

[@DrivenCarReviews]

There are a lot of pickups that use leaf springs. Nissan is hardly alone.

[@czar2321]

You obviously don’t know jack 💩 about trucks. All trucks except Ram and the 2022 Tundra have leaf spring.

[@jean-louislonne7033]

@@czar2321 why the attitude? I said leaf springs date from horse and buggy days. If they are still used in many trucks, so be it; doesn't change anything; it is still 200 or more year old technology.

[@DrivenCarReviews]

@@czar2321 Actually, that's not true. Gladiator also has coils in back. And while Ridgeline's unibody architecture with coils gets bashed, that kind of structural integrity has worked well for Land Rover for decades. The Honda is tougher than the uninformed understand.

[@czar2321]

@@DrivenCarReviews Ram/jeep/Chrysler/fiat same group. Yes, I forgot to mention the gladiator but underneath it is a Ram 1500 chassis with modifications (1/2 of it at least).

[@mogeking56]

In ten years what will be on the market

[@BigEightiesNewWave]

9:24 did Tom bite his arm ?

[@narwhal5908]

nissan basically changed the body and put a big screen on the dash. those rear seats in the ext cab, are the same as my friends 2014 fronteir.

[@GroundedFlyboy737]

Please tell me the turn radius and the brakes are better than the old Frontier?

[@joshwhite9211]

I sure hope it better...

[@stephenbarabas6286]

@4:11 There spokesguy needs some energy...

[@bikebudha01]

Tom your money: Frontier or Santa Cruz???

[@DrivenCarReviews]

Not biting on that. Vehicles are very personal choices and I can see both of them working very well for the right person.

[@bikebudha01]

@@DrivenCarReviews Awwwwwww.......

[@DrivenCarReviews]

@@bikebudha01 These two don't compete head-to-head.

[@bikebudha01]

@@DrivenCarReviews Kinda do... They are both small pickup options. Santa Cruz has more comfort, Frontier has more bed. For those of us who need a truck for bikes (surfboards, snowboards, camping gear, etc) - they are both worth looking at.

[@jamesvelvet3612]

Tacomas are OK trucks. Nothing special. Owned two of them (bought new) a 2nd gen and 3rd gen. Tacomas have the reputation for sure, but frankly, the reputation is from 20 years ago and applies to their simple 4 cylinder pool-cleaner/pest applicator 2wd model. New ones are just as good/bad as anything else out there. They are about a generation behind in engine/transmission technology and get the same mileage (with half the power) of any modern full-size truck. The social media deluge of "overlanding" hasn't hurt Tacoma's image, which is what most of the 25 to 35 year old owners (target demographic) really care about ;-)

[@DERISNER]

I'm planning on doing some very serious off roading in rugged desert. I'm looking at this new Nissan and Ford Raptor along with a couple others. Money is no object. Which one is best?

[@beexiong2995]

All other midsize trucks will out offroad out trail the nissan. The tech is still from 2005

[@andrewvaldez6658]

I wish Tacoma's exterior looked as good as this!

[@beexiong2995]

Tacomas being the top seller with an old outdated drivetrain has everything to do with how it looks, reliability, and offroad capability

[@BHUFF]

Thinking this will be my next vehicle in pro 4x mode

[@dread8900]

Please review the 2021 GMC Yukon Denali XL. Thanks :)

[@wayneknodel3347]

Curious as to the turning radius is improved. Truly was the only thing about my 2019 I didn't like. It made a midsized drive like a full size, and that is what I have liked about midsize/compact trucks. The Nissan gal was spot on about what's important to me in a truck.

[@beexiong2995]

Nope. Same truck underneath

[@zerokool-2058]

As long as Nissan doesn’t just stop making it. Then it’ll be good.. just wouldn’t want a vehicle that then is not being made. I like how it looks

[@baddriversofcolga]

It looks pretty good in blue.

[@christopherprose3881]

Nissan is in the midst of a huge re-alignement of their product portfolio. I believe they have come out with a new updated and redesigned model almost every 6 months for the last year or more. Each and every one has been a significant improvement over the previous model. As such, they may not have had the funds and means to complete a full reengineering of the Frontier. Leaf springs are typically not great for handling but they are more compact than some independent configurations that can intrude into the bed. Nissan is in the game again, putting out competent products that are truly competitive in their class. The new Z is the only disappointment. No model has ever captured the impact of the first generation of that car. The designers need to go back to the drawing board on that one.

[@Malikot911]

I literally just bought a Ranger now I kinda want to return it and get this ha

[@gaurd3]

Lol got to love the spin she put on cost cutting.😂

[@ihatehandles3]

I think she started with that

[@rustlesee]

My eyes were rolling so hard during her speech I got dizzy.

[@paulpixphotos]

It would be really cool if they base a new xterra off this model. I love my 2011 xterra, it's getting up there but would love a new version based on this styling.

[@dantizzle00]

'03 here that I'm still enamored with. I want a new Xterra sooo bad---

[@ciello___8307]

agreed

[@BigEightiesNewWave]

Seattle...what a nutty Hell-hole that has become. Right up there with Portland and Oaksterdam.

[@tenncutt]

I'm getting TACOKLR on my license plate of my 2022 Pro 4X!

[@mogeking56]

Does it have a 4” tow bar for my fat ebike and donkey

[@shadowfire246]

And now bring out the new xterra. As for towing brakes you can mod that in easy.

[@toronado455]

Thanks for the review. I like the new interior, but the exterior is just not my style I suppose. Something about that grille just seems wrong to me. A face lift too far?

[@K03sport]

...it can probably be blacked out, for an additional cost. the new 2022 PF has a blacked out grill option, so I see the Frontier coming with one too. Mirrors can also get the blackout treatment too...

[@toronado455]

@@K03sport it's not already black?

[@crazyone1067]

Nissan should keep selling the older one at a cheaper price point.

[@eutimiochavez415]

Frontier hit a home run?

[@tommihelich2613]

I did a 700 mile to Boise in the previous generation (brand new truck). It too was quiet, powerful and thirsty. Comfortable enough cruising down the highway. Now, while all the other manufacturers crow about an all new architecture with reduced weight Nissan raves about a 20 year old architecture that weighs hundreds more than its outgoing model. Obviously Nissan just doesn’t have the funds to bring out all new product. They’re hurting.

[@johng.4959]

Yes they are... and this isn't the answer to my truck needs.

[@SupramanTRD]

@@johng.4959 Could always just spend $100K on a diesel rig from one of the big three. That's the cost of fulfilling your truck needs.

[@rodneyscribner8552]

Nissan is growing massive tho lol. Their Rogue is the best selling SUV of the year, the Friontier beats everything in it class in every aspect, the pathfinder is gorgeous, the Sentra is a game changer. You sound like a taco guy let's hook up a chain so I can pull your taco across the lot with my 40 more horses lol.

[@ciello___8307]

this has a more modern engine and transmission than the tacoma and colorado

[@beexiong2995]

@@rodneyscribner8552 lol i choked on air reading this comment

[@edub8803]

Nice! However, fog lights look outdated, and needs rear climate vents.

[@giftysambo4238]

Do owners of smaller trucks tow less or are their trucks just unable to

[@brysonmblackwell]

Did you ask about the X-Terra?

[@DrivenCarReviews]

Yes. "We don't comment on future products".

[@b_man-25]

I'm wondering about the comfort and quality of the interior. It still looks to be full of cheap, black, textured plastics. The seats look pretty nice though. This seems like a pretty good value but if the interior feels cheap that's a deal breaker.

[@pinky882]

I agree...the interior looks kind of cheap.

[@DrivenCarReviews]

I suggest looking at the interior in person. Personally, I think only Ridgeline beats it.

[@SupramanTRD]

The interior is the main reason I like it. It's more modern and techy than the tacoma.

[@richardl1743]

Hold off for the Navara, with ultra Trim for 50-60K

[@tke2414]

I personally thought they were smart leaving the truck alone all those years. It wasn't fancy, but very reliable if not the latest, greatest, most up to datest. In general, I'm not a Nissan fan especially since Renault bought them. Too much French DNA and bad quality, but the Frontier was still good. We'll see about the new one.

[@jacobyo99]

You said the Tacoma is old but the Colorado is a year older. (2016 vs 2015)

[@DrivenCarReviews]

It's my understanding that the gen 3 2016 model was an evolution of the gen 2 architecture that Toyota tried to pass off as an all new truck.

[@jacobyo99]

@@DrivenCarReviews oh, I didn’t realize they were using the same platform. No wonder so many people complain about the driving position in both generations. Thanks!

[@K03sport]

who doesn't put in a telescoping steering wheel these days...The lady said they carried over the frame from the previous gen, so why not "carry over" the telescoping steering wheel from other Nissan offerings? De-contenting and having an artificially lower price never works out in anyone's favor. Is it really "that" hard to just put in a telescoping steering wheel?

[@DrivenCarReviews]

Rumor says it was delayed because of crash test results. There's the thought it will appear next model year.

[@K03sport]

@@DrivenCarReviews. Awesome. It would be nice to have as a retro fit option, but I'm sure that means a whole new column and the labor to remove and replace...

[@Kingjay814]

Hearing that this is just a tilt steering wheel potentially kills this for me. I'm actively looking for a nice midsized truck. Honestly Ridgeline is my number one pick at the moment and I was holding out for this. Hopefully it'll pop up in dealership soon and I can drive one. Worst case I can hopefully save a few grand and buy an outgoing Pro-4X on a liquidation sale lol

[@paulm6481]

We have a 2019 with the six speed. Ridgeline does almost everything right except for infotainment. It is a hot mess. Our year did not even have the volume knobs, at least Honda added it now but they lost the good transmission lever. Our six speed has been reliable. Whatever you do if you get the Ridgeline get it with all wheel drive which i think now is standard. That all wheel drive system is really really good. Overall, I recommend Ridgeline to everybody. Not a thing wrong in almost 40,000 miles and almost 3 years. It had one recall for not taking it to car wash that i am sure it is fixed now.

[@DrivenCarReviews]

I would drive them back to back before you think saving a couple grand is a good idea.

[@MrMannyhw]

Not getting a Tacoma?

[@paulm6481]

@@MrMannyhw Taco is a great truck. I can not fit in it (I 6' 3). To me the seating position is just strange, i think it is because of it being so high off the ground but I can't fit into it comfortably.

[@MrMannyhw]

@@paulm6481 I guess it's hard to imagine. I am more of small built, so I can fit in everything. So, the Taco's floor to roof is shorter than other trucks? That's so interesting.

[@cynicaltexan9639]

I hope his Frontier with coil springs wouldnt cost 70k those must be some god level coil springs....might as well get something different and cheaper

[@nataliebrooks3564]

Was hoping for a little more, such as a tilting steering wheel (it's 2021), fuel economy not worse than full size trucks, and a more enticing price point (the pro 4X base is priced the same as a Tacoma Offroad) and Toyotas have proven to hold their value. Wasn't a fan of the ranger; too much body roll, squishy breaks, and super sensitive gas pedal, not to mention their history of the the 2.3l turbo having a history of head gasket failures. Maybe ford will fix the now almost 10 year old current ranger design with the updated model coming out next year. I like what I'm hearing from frontier reviews about the ride quality so will definitely be test driving while I'm looking for a new truck next month.

[@tenncutt]

It has a tilt wheel. Not telescopic.

[@bigoneish]

Looks cool but new vehicles are not worth the price manufacturers ask for

[@DrivenCarReviews]

And you could build one yourself for less?

[@bigoneish]

@@DrivenCarReviews yes.

[@bigoneish]

@@DrivenCarReviews you could even and get this, buy a "Used truck" for literally and significantly less than half than $50k which is what this is going for and be better!!! Blew your mind right. That's right stfu

[@samclark3370]

@@bigoneish Not in this market