Final Frontier: 2WD Nissan Long Term Frontier vs ATV vs Moab Off-Road Review

[@1guyin10]

Its actually kind of nice to see that the world doesn't come to an end if you can't afford a loaded up 4x4 F150 Lariat. These Final Frontier videos are great!

[@crimson49er]

loved this one TFL guys :) "when you're having fun, you know you got the right truck"... hit the nail on the head!

[@Metalbass1979]

Do you guys ever wake up angry and yelling 'I don't wanna go to work. I hate my job!' while grudgingly driving in? Yeah.....I didn't think so. ;) Keep up the good work.

[@mvoutour]

My first car was a Nissan Hardbody '92. 4 cyl, 5 speed, 2wd. It was basic, cheap, and nearly indestructible. Abused it for 10 years and it never let me down. Put decent tires on it, and it would go many places other vehicles would need 4wd. Get stuck? A buddy or two can push you out on foot or pull on the fenders. I now have a Platinum F150 and although it's great, the simple Nissan did everything I asked of it

[@mauricemotors8207]

I had a 1996 Nissan D21 hardbody mines had the newer interior and updated KA24E

[@PipeDiezel]

i love the frontier so much i bought one. but i am ready to see it given a facelift with more power, more aggressive pro4x model and those zero gravity seats inside.

[@AightBro123]

PipeDiezel that would be awesome but its fine how it is

[@hankhill5622]

TheMilkMan I agree

[@vulcanpilot-go7dj]

@@hankhill5622 one like for Hank hill

[@irvinggonzalez6162]

I love Toyota Tacoma and nissan frontier hopefully one day I can have both

[@tal7960]

I have a Nissan Frontier just make sure they're not Rusty same thing with Tacoma's they're make really really good work trucks and people kind of abuse the s*** out of them.

[@jd9386]

@@tal7960 tacoma has rusty and nissan has transmission mix with coolant fluid issue

[@rondavis9918]

I've said it before and I'll say it again, my Frontier was the best truck I ever owned.

[@giovannicherico3837]

I really like this video. I have a 2007 Nissan Frontier 2wd V6. In 2016 during spring break, I went to Moab, Utah and I lived it. I went in some trails and the truck performed flawlessly. Of course I didn't take it to areas that ate built for 4wd but you'd be surprised on what it can do. I too have a manual transmission and I love the control that comes with it. I really think this is a great truck for the money.

[@chuckcribbs3398]

I own a V6 Frontier Desert Runner, quad cab. Love it! Only paid $24750 brand new. Same suspension as the Pro 4X.

[@Bosha92]

Chuck Cribbs my brother has that truck and I agree solid!!

[@deadwardshittyhands4207]

Chuck Cribbs wow...i have a 2014 sv 4x4 only paid 21000...NEW

[@johng4527]

Isn't it nice to be able to reach and strap down something in the bed of your truck without having to climb into the bed with it!. You should do a comparison between loading this truck and something like that fancy new raptor. you can't even reach a beer out of the cooler from the side of many new trucks.

[@bt4350]

Keep your beer up front. That way you can grab one even while you're on the trail.

[@LeonidasD828]

B T LMAOOO

[@jaeoaktrees1649]

you guys deserve a TV show, you'd get so many views . keep it up every video just gets more & more entertaining

[@Yogangster1995]

once I graduate college next year the first thing I want to save up for is an older frontier/taco. one with a 5 speed manual and 4x4. love these trucks.

[@petedavis8701]

Do you think the Nissan demonstrates that trucks are getting too big and too complicated to be everyday useful?

[@TFLtruck]

Yes, trucks are getting bigger and more complicated. However, most of the new technology is helpful and convenient. This Frontier reminds us of the technologies we have grown used to over the last few years.

[@TheHoth1]

I always want to know why pickup truck don't always come with bedliner from the factory. The scratches to the paint will eventually become rust. I just don't get it.

[@markfelder4819]

My lady and I did that trail ( among others ) a few weeks ago in her Renegade Trailhawk. It’s a beautiful drive for sure.

[@brettryan3298]

Proves the point, best truck for the money.

[@cadsux]

May your honeymoon period with the Final Frontier last longer than most marriages. Keep on truckin'.

[@SpeakEazy850]

I just bought a Desert Runner and I love it, hope yall keep doing 2wd reviews

[@jimmym5262]

You guys said you have to rev it up high to get it going in the mountains where you guys live. But seems like a great truck for new england with it being relatively flat. So it won't be starving for air and power.

[@callofdutyguy9]

This hurts to watch because my own Frontier that I like a lot became a problem for me. First the radiator leaked coolant into the transmission fluid and destroyed the transmission, then my catalytic converters melted and now the engine blew a head gasket and probably melted a cat again. Was a fun truck to drive but now it's just sitting on my drive way.

[@callofdutyguy9]

Burrito Sandwich yeah, mine is an automatic. I still have it but now I drive a 6-Speed manual Tacoma. I'm thinking about getting the Frontier fixed because it doesn't have much resale value anymore and I can keep using since it is still in good shape and is a crew cab where as the Tacoma is a Extended Cab.

[@jacobsebastien3910]

Should have got a Chevy Colorado, more Power an Speed 💪, An they last a Long time

[@TheTechnologyFox]

I have a 2014 with the 6 and auto and can cruise at 80 and get 23 mpg, not towing. But a great little truck,

[@iangonzalezc]

Good that you mention Sound Quality!! Thanks

[@amw4736]

I have to say as a frontier owner "2000 Crew Cab SE" 158,000 miles that just got a fresh set of new larger more aggressive tires and a brand new paint job, new lights all around and custom blacked out trim. I LOVE THIS TRUCK. If you want to see what a 2wd frontier is capable of with some modifications... search on youtube for "2003 nissan frontier long travel" from MetalGwar it's not all about 4wd and like has been said when you consider they want 50,60k for a brand new F150 or raptor etc...its ridiculous NOT to get a frontier and make it what you want....and save 35,40k...

[@Sal_on_pawz]

I wonder if the 1998 to 2004 generation is a better built truck than the later ones.

[@rodionkorniyenko3345]

At 4:28, is that a dump truck back there?

[@chapekfabrication2975]

Yeah this road they are on leads to ranches

[@MrApiiinr]

These guys are a riot

[@michaelcarden5393]

Really liking the Moab videos, you guys need to do these more often. Well as much as your guys budget will let you anyways lol.

[@regsparkes6507]

Two of the things that I like doing too ! Good video !

[@joet.2361]

Hey TFL, this isn't probably the best video for this comment, but I'm really hoping you guys do a drag race from 0-60 or a quarter mile between the ram 5.7 Hemi and the Chevy 6.2!! If you guys could get your hands on them, that would be awesome, thanks!

[@ceez1]

The truck has Tennessee plates. Did you drive it to Utah for this shoot?

[@princemitchell934]

Could this version of the 2wd 2018 frontier pull a 3k to 3500 lb rv without damage to the motor or transmission of the years?

[@jacoblopez5530]

hell ya love this stuff guys

[@stuartpickles6907]

was this andres first time using ratchet straps? harbor freight offers a class every other Saturday

[@josuelitos]

hey guys, when is the np300 coming to usa?

[@zacharymartin4861]

That looks so fun. I would love to take my ATV there.

[@iangonzalezc]

Nissan Frontier or Toyota Tacoma (both entry levels), which one would you buy?

[@ricardoarevalo6369]

Hey TFL please reply, I think you should consider starting an TFL ATV channel

[@TFLtruck]

+Ricardo Arevalo we'd love to do it

[@zacharymartin4861]

Ricardo Arevalo That would be amazing.

[@ryanurukalo4347]

Hey TFL, I would love to see a transmission comparison between the 2002 Silverado, or even the Wrangler Rubicon you have, compared to the new raptor. Would love a 5spd vs. 10spd transmission comparison. Thank you!

[@tritchie6272]

Now that does look like fun!

[@samuelowen]

Mr. Truck should have gave you a quick lesson on how to use ratchet straps

[@darylhagle8565]

exactly .... 😂

[@nickg7498]

The nissan frontier getting some love

[@ryanurukalo4347]

Should I use 4x4 if I have it? Or should i stay in 4x2 for the fun?

[@THEpicND]

Ryan Urukalo I usually stay in 4x2 until 4x4 is needed

[@TFLtruck]

If you are going on any challenging trail, it's best to use all 4x4 features your vehicle offers. This way, you have less of a chance of getting stuck and stranded. Unless, getting stuck is what you are trying to do.

[@dougjohnsonbushcraftandbjj5561]

Ryan Urukalo I feel like 4wd is a sign of weakness and failure, so I never hardly use it. Most of the time you can get yourself out of you are a good driver, just use some sense on what your truck is capable of as well.

[@TSniper79]

I love my frontier. Mine is 6spd manual too. :)

[@GarminPro]

This verse the 4 cylinder tacoma. Thats what i want to see.

[@1guyin10]

Might be tough for them to get their hands on a similar Tacoma. Toyota just doesn't build that many of the lower trim models. Same with the Tundra.

[@blammod]

I've seen plenty of ex fleet trucks for sale used. barebones as it gets.

[@blubb7711]

Fun fact: these things are consideret big in Germany. xD

[@jaeoaktrees1649]

Overengineering are they really? haha

[@cheekibreeki7058]

Overengineering Yup!

[@mauricemotors8207]

Frontier no but a f150 yes

[@PatrickRich]

I love onion creek, such a nice drive.

[@collinnewman70]

Where is this trail?

[@TFLtruck]

Onion Creek Trail, Utah.

[@rcuevas76]

Is this frontier a 4 banger

[@TFLtruck]

Yes. This truck has the 2.5L four-cylinder 152 hp / 171 lb-ft of torque, backed up by a 5-speed manual transmission. 4.10 rear axle ratio.

[@jacobsebastien3910]

Chevy Colorado 4cyl has way more Power an Speed 💪

[@raypccf]

Chevys suck

[@abbaby555]

very nice simple, small truck

[@Thermool]

I think the basic engine block is still the same as the one from the Hard Body era, maybe the last of the Datsun truck.

[@zbrembo]

Na that engine died with the d22 in 2004.

[@steefs6418]

Its a real work truck I like it

[@AverageReviewsYT]

My Saturn could drive through that

[@zekromkyuremkyogre959]

i am new to you guys

[@thetrollwhoknows9928]

Trucks this truck puts to shame, in everything except Towing. F150, Silverado,siera, Ram, Titan,tundra. Oh wait,I thought it was a 6 cylinder.

[@thepickleton1741]

They should do a The Fast trailed Atv

[@thepickleton1741]

atv channel

[@bestcarsautoreview662]

awesome

[@pol1250]

Does anybody know about good electric quads ??

[@farisxdd]

guys you can go to a much difficult trail in that Frontier...i literally went to a more difficult trail with my mercury grand marquis NO OFFEND INTENDED

[@TFLtruck]

Yes, of course. We will do some more trail running the "Final Frontier".

[@farisxdd]

The Fast Lane Truck very excited to see it soon! thank you

[@MultiPurposeReviewer]

Well, that's one way to unload an ATV.

[@creigmacc]

About $1500 more will get you a base Tacoma with 1700lb payload more power/mpgs and a six speed auto. Resale five years down the road will be more than $1500 on the Tacomas favor.

[@TFLtruck]

Thanks for the comment but your statement is not true. The base Tacoma starts at $24,320. That $3K above the cost of this truck and almost $6K over the cost of the base Frontier. Feel free to google the answer next time. Thanks.

[@creigmacc]

Google? I went to the manufacturers website. When compared to each other at equal drive train levels the Toyota is about $465 more than the Nissan when equipped at its base level, If you add the rear seats it would be $1715 more than that. though with more standard equipment, The Toyota comes with pwr locks, windows, entune, bed caps, bed rails, more power, LSD, a six speed and a 1620 lb payload, standard on the SR. The auto version of the Nissan has 880 payload, so with 2 grown men and a four wheeler you would be over max. Yes you are correct the base 5 speed manual is less, it also has less features and will have way less resale.

[@AnthonyGuidetti]

CMac - The point of the long-term Frontier was to the find the lowest priced truck you could buy new and see how it does doing truck things.

[@renerios1056]

CMac I own two Frontiers and they have always been so much cheaper than a Tacoma. One auto and one 5 speed. Just buy what you need when it comes to a truck. If you have the money go for something better.

[@jakp8777]

CMac but if you are subprime, Nissan is the new Kia and you can get a loan easily there.

[@matthewsanchez1750]

my God it's proving it's sexiness!!!

[@tylerclark5086]

I'm guessing this is a 4 cal frontier? The v6 has way more than 150 hp lol

[@HaNNibal97smiTH]

Nissan Navara (Frontier) is the best !

[@Patriot1776-0]

Most guys buy these 80 thousand dollar and up trucks mostly drive them to starbucks or grocery store....they brag what the brochure saying it can haul or pull as off road ...but they won't haul a empty box....lol

[@earth111]

Impressive

[@jessebetruckin1870]

under strap holding the ramps wasn't tight.

[@seriousdopamine4404]

if I did that with my truck my head would be bouncing off the steering wheel.

[@NissanTy]

The frontier is old as dirt but they are decent trucks for the money. My 04 is small and slow as balls but its a nice truck. The tacoma aint a bad truck but the new ones are ugly as shit! plus with the frame rust issues the taco's have, nah I'll take a frontier any day

[@codyspaulding2323]

22 mpg fully loaded. I get 11 empty driving it light:(

[@canddmeyer]

Having been stuck more times than I can remember in a 2WD vehicle I just buy 4x4's these days.

[@dougjohnsonbushcraftandbjj5561]

zip89105 well you suck at driving then. Don't blame the vehicle

[@eddieluna3005]

its a 2017 kawasaki brute force 300 bc a friend has one

[@pol1250]

Back to basics is the way to happiness !!! Plus ...nobody mentionned the resale value....these basic trucks lose sooo much less in value compared to a 50 k one !!

[@Walker983]

With driver skill and Momentum you're good but the Momentum = missed turns and hard hits . . .

[@pietvm7784]

in FEB 2017 NISSAN SOLD 4700 units OF FRONTIER NOT BAD!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@TFLcar]

Yep, indeed.

[@ismaeltenenbaum4103]

funny way to unload an ATV...

[@guyletourneau6167]

considering buying one at end of the year. especially if the replacement is going to be the navara. navara is a 3rd world pile of #@$%

[@LeonidasD828]

guy letourneau same here and trust me if they do it this year prepare yourself for UGEEE savings on the current model 😉

[@DavidStanleymusic]

hard packed trails np but 4x4 is needed for anything more.

[@dougjohnsonbushcraftandbjj5561]

David Stanley nah. Unless you suck at driving. I'm always in mud in my truck, which is 4wd but I never use it. I find it to be a sign of failure and weakness to have to put it in 4 lo or even 4 hi.

[@rileypotter6824]

My work has two Frontiers, one is a 2015, and one is a 2008, there is almost zero difference in the trucks, the initial/long term quality is horribly shitty, the turning radius is more than a damn barge, and they are so pathetically slow and dim witted that I genuinely prefer our older single cab rangers, the Nissan we got brand new already has electrical issues with the truck thinking the door is open while going around corners and it doesn't even have 2k miles on it (our 2013 Nissan got rear ended pretty hard), the the steering column rattles and clicks making turns. They seriously need to shoot this generation Frontier in the head and get on with making one thats close to the Tacoma, such a better truck. Although the Nissans are cheap, there is no need to have such an appalling truck in 2017.

[@callofdutyguy9]

Riley Potter you're such a liar.

[@Trident_Euclid]

Riley Potter Why Nissan's seems to always have electrical issues? 🤔

[@MrBigblue7]

If the fist one was so bad why did you get another?

[@kavanhorn]

This is nonsense on stilts. The 2nd generation Frontiers are practically bulletproof and more than a match, both in reliability and performance, for the Taco for less money. My "06 has almost 200k miles and has never left me stranded. Other than the blower motor resistor and a fan motor relay I have never had any electrical problem. Other problems have been minimal and never a show-stopper. Your door open switch is bad or loose. Fix it and the truck won't think the door is open. The V6 Frontiers can't be described as slow (if that's what you meant) compared to almost any other mid or full sized truck; it makes 265 HP compared to not much over 200 for a 4.0 L late-model Ranger. Other than an updated, less Spartan interior, the only thing this truck needs is a diesel option.

[@thrillseekanz7874]

kavh agreed, in the rest of the world we have this with a V6 twin turbo diesel with 240hp and 550nm of torque, it hauls arse. People who moan about these show extreme bias or have caused operator error and blame Nissan. Newsflash, compared to most manufacturers Nissan know what they are doing.

[@f2free-stylers-jn975]

You guys are rich

[@jaden.sanderson]

F2 FREE-STYLERS-JN Do you not realize they don't own these vehicles.

[@gravitygear]

This is a long term test vehicle, so yes, they do own this. Like they own the blue raptor.

[@j22karu]

No they bought the raptor, the nissan was given to them for 6 months.

[@Slednex700]

My ext cab long Bed duramax 4x4 on 33s gets 21mpg

[@dougjohnsonbushcraftandbjj5561]

Slednex700 got a 4 cylinder in it? Nice

[@pacificwarrior7679]

You guys are running out of material.