Better than Tacoma?! - 2023 Nissan Frontier PRO-4X Review

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In today's video I review the 2023 Nissan Fontier #Pickup in the #pro4x trim - I explain why this is a better #truck than the #toyotatacoma #tacoma
00:00 - Intro, Performance, 0-60
02:01 - Exterior
03:45 - Back seat
04:40 - Front seat
06:15 - Driving Impressions
11:30 - Frontier or Tacoma
13:14 - Credits/B-Roll
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@joesteel3459 Жыл бұрын

My mind was made up and set on a Tacoma TRD pro but with prices being the way they are, I decided to look elsewhere. I ended up test driving a new pro 4x. Not only was it 10k less, but I liked it more. Much more comfortable interior and just honestly felt like a better quality truck in general. I do off road, so that was a capability I was looking at. The stock suspension goes to the TRD pro, however, for 3k, I can have better and still have saved a lot. But…the pro 4x has a better crawl ratio in gearing. In the end, I’m happy the TRD pro was out of my comfort zone financially because the pro 4x, so far, has been amazing

@porsheracing Жыл бұрын

Nissan and quality don’t go together lol. They have engine issues already. Enjoy your quality truck.

@joesteel3459 Жыл бұрын

@@porsheracing I will, thank you

@marcpikas2859 Жыл бұрын

@@porsheracingCan you please mention what those issues are? Undecided what to get to replace my aging Tacoma.

@user-wp2tq6op8r Жыл бұрын

@@porsheracing That's funny because I've had 3 Nissans go over 250,000 miles with no problems whatsoever. 2 others in driveway right now with over 160,000 also with no issues.

@tommycasidy3031 Жыл бұрын

@@porsheracing Go ride your bicycle David, Nissan has a great motor.

@TheMrDamp Жыл бұрын

Maybe I’m just poor, but I can’t justify spending more than 40k on a mid size truck

@ytj22 Жыл бұрын

Or maybe the reason you're not poor is because you don't foolishly spend over $40k on a midsize pickup?

@joesteel3459 Жыл бұрын

40k is the average cost of a mid size these days. Average cost on a full size is 60k.

@420 Жыл бұрын

Full size is just going to be bulkier and more money. Prices for mid-sizes do seem high to me as well, but guess we've got to weigh our options and needs.

@d.b.2917 Жыл бұрын

It’s always better to buy used, you could get a 10 year old f-150 for half the price of these new truck and are more capable. It just depends on what you’re looking for.

@joesteel3459 Жыл бұрын

@@d.b.2917 used can be tricky, especially when you’re considering something that old. The average miles on a 10 year old vehicle is 120,000 miles. You’re certainly going to be looking at potential for serious engine and or transmission issues along with obvious wear and tear items. Also with your particular example, 2013 f 150s were fairly problematic, from complete transmission failures(they had a software issue that cause them to downshift into first gear randomly), prone to manifold cracking, faulty brake master cylinder seal, among other things. The National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration also received a large number of complaints about this particular year ranging from unintended rapid acceleration, sudden deceleration, and melted wires from shorts.

@unscarred444 Жыл бұрын

Ive driven this bad boy for 14 thousand miles right out of the lot and i can say the drive is awsome ive been nothing but impressed

@michaelvella8511 Жыл бұрын

I agree with you Kirk it does look better inside and out then the Tacoma.

@Ichibuns 9 ай бұрын

Absolutely. I drove a Tacoma while my truck was getting an airbag recall done. I hated it.

@drift3rkid66 Жыл бұрын

I love the fact that Nissan stayed with a naturally aspirated V6 as opposed to going with a turbo 4 cylinder like Toyota has with the 2024 Tacoma!!

@manahang1 10 ай бұрын

Being naturally aspirated is nice and all. However, probably my biggest complaint about the truck right now is that it is a complete tortoise. Probably the slowest mid-size pickup there is and that's saying something next to the Tacoma. It's especially bad when passing, merging and overtaking.

@lulop022882 9 ай бұрын

@@manahang1 If you want fast get a sports car.

@ExtremelyAverageMan 9 ай бұрын

Even worse than the 2.7 4 cyl. in the Tacoma? How is that possible?@@manahang1

@nbaldo003 9 ай бұрын

you can always tune it and add some performance parts

@drecksaukerl 9 ай бұрын

@@manahang1 You're kidding, right? A sub 8 second 0-60 time is plenty fast for a truck. On par with a 90s GMC cyclone. Besides, what's the point? Who buys a truck to get into drag races.

@user-iz3gv5vo6b Жыл бұрын

The good ole Taco is much in need of a redesign. For 2023, yeah the Frontier is a better buy.

@thebassclef007 Жыл бұрын

We’ll see in 2043. 😊

@motive7475 Жыл бұрын

It’s a Nissan so nah.

@edsoncedeno8354 Жыл бұрын

Coming very very soon…. next Friday, may 19….

@westcoastplinkin6559 Жыл бұрын

And I still chose a Tacoma lol. I don't care about an outdated interior.

@sappyjohnson Жыл бұрын

Reliability bro

@HS-cf4lb Жыл бұрын

As a diehard Tacoma loyalists all I have to say is…Toyota needs to step it up. That being said, these truck prices are regoddamndiculous.

@hailstorm1986 Жыл бұрын

I absolutely love my 22 Frontier SV!! When Nissan remodeled the Frontier for the 22 model year, they hit it out of the park!!😇

@JasPlun Жыл бұрын

It will be falling a part by the time you get it paid for. Not the same Nissan they used to be. 1999 Frontier was when it all started to change thanks to Renault. Yeah they are nice when new, long lasting reliability no contest with Toyota Tacoma.

@peterc8979 5 ай бұрын

I have a Gladiator but really like the Frontier, enjoy!

@PRO4XKEV Жыл бұрын

I purchased a 2023 in June, Black on black Pro4x, has all options and most accessories from factory. I love it. And the zero gravity seats are nice.

@hanselfernandez2116 Жыл бұрын

Nissan did an awesome job with the 2023 Frontier. I would say it boils down to one's specific needs and wants, and how much bang you want for your buck. There's a reason why Toyota has repeat customers. They simply overbuild their trucks, and Toyota's can take a beating both on the highway and off the road. It's no surprise that there are thousands of Toyota Trucks still on the road with over 300k and still run great. Good job with the video, I would love to see it redone with the new model Tacoma coming out soon. And with all similar model options.

@albertherrera8240 Жыл бұрын

I agree the Toyota Tacoma is mass produced I recently traded in my 2021 TRD Pro after my recent trip to Big Bend, It snowed and we got stuck a ZR2 pulled me out and I talked to the owner he showed me his truck and I was shocked to find it had front lockers ,when I got home after spring break vacation I tried to find one because they're not mass produced which In Houston shouldn't be hard , wrong only two were available when I arrived at CarMax someone was already getting wrote up for it so I went to my second option and drove it oh man it was faster, roomier, and suspension felt better. The trade in was crazy I actually got a check and have never been happier the body styling is aggressive like a raptor and beautiful front end...

@DocNo27 11 ай бұрын

A lot of Toyota's current sales are from hype. Go drive the Frontier - it sits WAY better than the Tacoma. I think people who are high on the Tacoma are just biased or haven't driven other stuff out there. They do make nice stuff, but they are not worth it for the premium.

@HipHopCantSaveMe 3 ай бұрын

What did you get?@@albertherrera8240

@mudvayne2311 Жыл бұрын

I just recently bought a 2019 frontier sv under 17k miles for under $30k i love it

@navyryder Жыл бұрын

Nissan Frontier has been one of the most reliable vehicles from Nissan and the midsize truck class. I would trust it more than the Chevy twins and Ford Ranger.

@tylerscanny5126 Жыл бұрын

I love my ‘23 Pro4X! It’s an excellent truck. I never bothered to drive a Tacoma. Frontier is better looking IMO. It’s very comfortable on long drives too Even my rather discerning mother remarked about the seat and ride comfort! The only think I wish it had was LKAS/lane centering. It’s not a bad trade off for the feel of hydraulic steering!

@KirkKreifels Жыл бұрын

Great purchase Tyler!

@bcw686 Жыл бұрын

Did you consider the Titan as well? My son had a G35 and it was a piece of crap but I understand their Trucks are made differently? How is mpg?

@tylerscanny5126 Жыл бұрын

@@bcw686 I drove a Titan. It was very nice but more truck than I need. This Frontier is my first Nissan. So far it’s been great. I’ve gotten 30+ mpg on 50-55mph roads for 60-70 mile stretch. Driving down south on I-95 I got under 20mpg going 65-85mph.

@chiefman8316 Жыл бұрын

needs ventilated seats for southern owners

@thyeconomy 9 ай бұрын

I got one of these after surviving a full on impact by a drunk driver in my 2018 frontier. I do electrical contracting around the country. I've already taken my 2023 frontier from Missouri to Kansas. Then colorado. Utah. Arizona. Nevada and California. Traveled for 3 to 4 months and the truck has been performing like a peach. Plus the sound system in my sv is titties.

@johntorrington2672 6 ай бұрын

Thanks for the info. Crash safety is probably the most crucial thing.

@N8RTH Жыл бұрын

Agree 100%. I have that truck in Baja Storm. I came from a 20 TRD Pro 4R which I loved. This is SO MUCH better in every sense.

@albertherrera8240 Жыл бұрын

Try diving a ZR2

@N8RTH Жыл бұрын

@@albertherrera8240 sat in the new Colorado at our auto show, last month. Feels nice and also very comfortable. We’re just not Chevy guys.

@LocomotiveBreth Жыл бұрын

I just bought a brand new 2023 Pro-4X in white. I think the white really makes the lines and black trim pop on these trucks. Only a few hundred miles so far but I am really impressed with this truck. I'll also vouch for its towing ability as it handled a 6400 pound trailer way better than I expected. The AC will freeze you out even on these 100+ humid days we've had lately. My wife has a 2023 Pathfinder Rock Creek but my 4X is quickly becoming the lets go somewhere vehicle in the driveway.

@christopheryu5616 11 ай бұрын

How's the gas mileage? Because I'm kinda deciding between the pathfinder and this truck 🚚

@manahang1 10 ай бұрын

Have to agree on the A/C. Probably the coldest A/C of any vehicle I've ever owned. I have to keep my thermostat at 76 to keep from getting frozen out.

@manahang1 10 ай бұрын

@@christopheryu5616 Obviously MPG is going to be highly dependent on the conditions you normally travel in. That being said, I'm currently getting 23.5 MPG at just over 2,500 miles in mine. I use mine as a daily commuter in the Northern Virginia area. However, I'm an early riser so I avoid most of the bad traffic which obviously is giving me outstanding MPG.

@Damon-qt3fw 9 ай бұрын

I just want to know if the Nissan lasts as long as the Toyota.

@jedward3529 9 ай бұрын

The monthly payment surely will.@@Damon-qt3fw

@edgarmeza8296 Жыл бұрын

Love your video, I have the same truck 2022 pro4x, and let me tell you it's the best midsized truck out there, hands down. I know people that have Tacomas, rangers, and the chevy twins, and they all like my truck better. It's a good truck, smooth ride, and can haul , or go up the mountain on the weekend. Glad I maid the right choice and went with the nissan!! 😊😊

@KirkKreifels Жыл бұрын

Congratulations!

@IamGroot786 Жыл бұрын

Looks real good. Totally underrated IMO.

@albertherrera8240 Жыл бұрын

Lol......😂 Sad day when the taco or pro 4 x get stuck... Try driving the best midsize truck with more rear legroom and actual front and rear lockers not to mention better shocks....try driving a ZR2 Colorado than you can make these bold claims I've drivin all of these in dessert and snow along in mountain terrain and nothing new out there stock handles like the ZR2, except for the Rubicon gladiator and that's about it.

@brad4527 Жыл бұрын

@@albertherrera8240 Chevy suck!

@westcoastplinkin6559 Жыл бұрын

@@albertherrera8240 We will see in 10 years which one has more problems. I have zero faith in ANY truck with turbos.

@Ashoud_Anobetah Жыл бұрын

The absolute dark horse, best value for money on this truck

@SpeedyWinds Жыл бұрын

Nice review thank you!

@computerweenie 10 ай бұрын

Just brought home my 2023 PRO-4X tonight. I've had five Toyotas in a row. One of them being a 2023 Prius. I wanted to love the Tacoma but after driving the PRO-4X there was no way I was buying the Tacoma. Not only did I save money, but the driving experience and comfort in the PRO-4X is just remarkable.

@timothycontreras8424 9 ай бұрын

Just brought me home, one just like it. 33 miles on it ! Looking forward to this truck🌵

@_Charrizard_ Жыл бұрын

I've had the fully loaded 23 Pro4X in black since November. I love the grey color but it wasn't available with leather. I wish it had cooled seats and passenger power seat but it pretty much checks all the boxes. Great daily driver. I had a 22 SR5 that was far worse by comparison.

@dlg5485 11 ай бұрын

I've been wanting a new truck for a while, but waiting patiently for all the midsize redesigns to come out, and for pricing to return to sanity. I'm not a sucker who's willing to pay over MSRP for an already overpriced vehicle. I think within the next year deep discounts will be available on the Frontier. The new Tacoma, on the other hand, will command top dollar for a while because Toyota will be sure to invent a supply shortage in order to boost demand and transaction prices. They've become quite good at playing that game since covid. As much as I like the all new Tacoma, I'm leaning toward getting a 2024 Pro4x next spring. I like its old school simplicity, driving comfort and the durability/reliability of the V6... although I am a bit concerned about carbon build up since there's no port injection to wash the valves.

@revnation_auto Жыл бұрын

I’ve strongly considered buying one of these. I did a SV review and that was a great truck.

@syxepop Жыл бұрын

Kirk, FINALLY a Nissan product that does feel competitive in all possible ways (I hope Nissan doesn't take EONS to update the Frontier, as they do on all their other vehicles) and even sell BELOW MSRP if that's possible. 😁

@chibbyylol Жыл бұрын

Hopefully a new platform with an update like the upcoming Tacoma; this one still uses f-alpha platform from 2004 lol

@syxepop Жыл бұрын

@@chibbyylol - D41 Frontier (on the F-Alpha chassis) is TOO NEW (this is only its' 2nd model year) for a major update (what do you want, to get rid of the V6 for a T-I4? Not yet.) The D41 is not the same one as the D23 Nissan is still selling overseas as the Navara and other nameplates. Unlike the Z, the D41 Frontier is SO DIFFERENT from the D40 Frontier and D23 Navara that deserved its' proper updated number.

@bobwilson3435 Жыл бұрын

It does looks nice but what’s about liability of the truck?

@syxepop Жыл бұрын

@@bobwilson3435 - figure the NA-3.8L V6 is still from the VQ family of V6 engines (3.0L, 3.5L, 3.7L and 3.8L) that has been PROVEN RELIABLE for many years. Also the tranny, the J913E, is the same one the Titan has had since '20 and even the new Z. That is a JATCO-made version of the Mercedes 9G Tronic (used by both Mercedes and Aston Martin). So both engine and transmission are updated and PEDIGREED.

@ayoungtricknamedjim5498 11 ай бұрын

It's on a 20 year old platform as it is lol

@DH-mf2lv 7 ай бұрын

Thanks for the straight up review!

@tkboxer Жыл бұрын

Only downside for me is you can only get the Pro4x in door cab. I don't need 4 doors but want the longer bed.

@swami539 Жыл бұрын

If I’m correct Nissan offers that exact trim but it’s exclusive to Canada only

@faheemabbas3965 Жыл бұрын

@@swami539 cross-border shopping time then…

@swami539 Жыл бұрын

@@faheemabbas3965 honestly lol

@chiefman8316 Жыл бұрын

They only build the models that sell the most

@brad4527 10 ай бұрын

Brother, nice review and you hit some important notes. Steering, AC, handling. I test drove the King Cab Sv , I too agree with you. I would love to see A Pro4X in A 6Ft Bed!! Great job!!

@jamesspella8548 Ай бұрын

Picking up a 23 SV today! Loved the test drive and anxious to get my hands on it!

@JWSU 9 ай бұрын

Finally a cool truck for a reasonable price these days

@jimjim0058 3 ай бұрын

Definitely might look at a 3rd gen in a few years. Have a 2019 2nd gen P4X and I love it to death. Such a great truck.

@quintonhorne5152 11 ай бұрын

I own a 2013 Frontier. I know what I’m getting with the 2023, a very dependable truck we’ll worth the money

@augustusandrada3930 9 ай бұрын

I just got my pro4x baja color. Went to 2.5 inch lift and ridgegrappler 275 tire. I absolutely it.

@pjsneeringer5942 Жыл бұрын

Kirk, just said "weaksauce",OMG HILARIOUS! Group of friends used to say that all the time

@phillm156 Жыл бұрын

The Tacoma definitely sits high like "my head going through the roof!" Very accurate, definitely a cult following. I personally like a low sitting small PU like the Frontier. Welcome back to quality product line Nissan!

@TIJoe-te9qu Жыл бұрын

Love it. But having a Nissan with a manual trans since 95, I wish Nissan gave a manual option on this one too.

@CarsTechWood Жыл бұрын

I want this in Xterra form! C’mon Nissan! I have a Titan and need that SUV life as well.

@beardsupremacy 5 ай бұрын

rock creek pathfinder

@ballstothewall38 Жыл бұрын

I remember when you could get a brand new Frontier for 25K out the door, miss those days.

@Skunked68 3 ай бұрын

I’ll raise you one. A brand new 1988 F150 4x4 Lariat, nicely optioned, 302 V8, manual 5 speed, $12,800. (Same now is $70k+ ??). Unfortunately tho, it was the worst reliable vehicle I’ve ever owned. Kept it 15 mos/15k miles, 3 leaks, 2 brake jobs, 3 alignments, gas tank sender died, dash dimmer switch only worked in one narrow position, emergency brake froze on in winter, hauled to town and thawed out in heated shop overnight, 1st engine sucked oil, dropped to 350/qt. 2nd engine started out at 1,100 miles/qt and if the manual was shifted up too soon, bogged engine jumped and hiccuped and ran on like 5 cylinders until 2000 rpm hit and zoom, all eight firing. Dealer couldn’t fix it, F-150 went bye bye, but I did tell Chevy salesman I had issues with it. He acted like he didn’t wish to know. Next was new 89 little Blazer with wonderful 4.3L six, nigh $16,000. Drove it 80k miles and only an ABS replaced and a door seal adjusted for windy days. That was it ! 4000 miles, zero oil consumed. Fast forward, now for secondary don’t give a rip about paint dings, washing it, nada, for last 8 years I’ve come to love my $1000 1989 Chevy S10 RWD, from NC is not rusty, everything works, AC ice cold, NOISY compressor, been that way for years, still cold, my little bomber with torquey 4.3L V6. Only thing “wrong” is steering sector is worn and a small oil drip. 270,000 freekin miles. It boggles my mind to compare that old trouble free bomber to that brand new 1988 true lemon. Wow. Boggled.

@americandude3825 Жыл бұрын

Titan, frontier, xterra ~ only reliable Nissan in the last 20 years haha.

@KirkKreifels Жыл бұрын

Newest Armada/QX80 since 2022 will last forever.

@americandude3825 Жыл бұрын

@@KirkKreifels oh yes. Forgot the armada! I completely agree.

@aaaqqwwqqddsw5509 11 ай бұрын

Just got my 2023 frontier pro4x last Saturday 😊.

@russellcalder2693 9 ай бұрын

Your review is dead balls on. I just bought a Pro 4X Frontier. Great truck.

@tmntchad Жыл бұрын

I truly appreciate Nissan for using good old school Truck design. I...kinda want one!

@christopheryu5616 11 ай бұрын

How about the gas milage compare to the tacoma?

@haze1123 9 ай бұрын

nice review

@jesurunsounds 10 ай бұрын

I am seriously considering a Frontier to purchase very soon , im hoping in December I can get a good deal and intrest rates go down a little, I like this review ty

@Scroll_Lock 9 ай бұрын

Interest rates are going up again before this year is over. It's better to just wait another year or two if you can. Clown show is in full effect right now.

@stevenpeterson7234 9 ай бұрын

Awesome video man!! Can you please do a comparison of the 23 Tundra vs 23 Titan. I'm curious to see which comes out on top!!

@Mason-fv1zl 9 ай бұрын

As a former frontier owner and a current Tacoma owner, the frontier is the goat in the mid size truck segment. sorry Tacoma guys for friendly fire but some of ya need to own one to understand why it’s a great truck especially the 2nd gen frontier. I had 2014 SV 4x4, the only 2 reasons I got rid of the frontier was because I had the 2 door model And wanted a 4 door and I had the opportunity to try a different brand so I did.

@kellymoore256 Жыл бұрын

I just bought a Pro 4X 2 weeks ago because Toyota just didn’t bring it on quality . I couldn’t be more pleased with the truck.

@joskjj3625 Жыл бұрын

Nissan frontier surprisingly very reliable despite being a Nissan product

@bcw686 Жыл бұрын

I think their trucks are much better than their cars

@joskjj3625 Жыл бұрын

@@bcw686 agreed

@TIJoe-te9qu Жыл бұрын

I have a 422k hardbody and a 360k mile Sentra. A guy in Chicago got a million miles out of a Frontier. Not sure where the bad Nissan reputation is from, except maybe the CVT problem.

@dsrogersjr Жыл бұрын

@@TIJoe-te9qu it's definitely the CVTs. Lots of problems in the last two decades. Nissan is putting this 9 speed in a few of their new vehicles and it's performing well

@theepanrealtorvaratharajan7497 Жыл бұрын

i'm a Toyota/Lexus guy for the past 20 years. Test driving the Taco and the Frontier - I am actually leaning towards the Frontier over the Tacoma. Frontier long bed was a much better ride. But back seats on the Frontier back support was too stiff.

@kirkkramer2412 10 ай бұрын

From one Kirk to another ( much older Baby boomer here), I never owned a Tacoma, but have owned two tundra’s and my wife has a RAV4 and they run forever ( with preventative maintenance of course). I wish Datsun still made the 70’s little pickup.

@fitt4life1221 Жыл бұрын

Reliable, resale value and parts availability. Hard to change my my mind from toyota

@islandon22 Жыл бұрын

For years I loved the Honda Ridgeline. Next came the Tacoma. But now, I think the Ford Maverick Hybrid makes sense to me in a small pick-up.

@MrOscar5690 Жыл бұрын

Yeah Mav hybrid is the best… buuuut very low production 😢

@chiefman8316 Жыл бұрын

@@MrOscar5690 Anything but a V6 sucks

@MrOscar5690 Жыл бұрын

@@chiefman8316 not for my needs

@onefastr6 10 ай бұрын

I own a Maverick. Am looking for a bigger truck.

@user-kc1ld1nq1w 6 ай бұрын

Ridgeline is an excellent truck.

@4rr44E Жыл бұрын

Love my 22 Pro-4X!

@micker9830 9 ай бұрын

My 2000 Frontier cost $12100 brand new, with an upgrade package lol. Still running fine today.

@Jerlemi2 Жыл бұрын

I traded a 2019 tacoma off-road in for the pro x4. Let me tell you then Nissan is so much better. In every way.

@Skunked68 3 ай бұрын

Kirk, excellent info on Fender stereo with bass turned too high, buzzing plastics. I have constantly ringing ears anyway, it’s good I don’t get carried away with cranking a powerful stereo. So, no Fender, but yes to luxury of a heated steering wheel !! I like that turned on much longer than heated seat. I drove a PRO-4X in that gorgeous electric blue metallic. That’s such a cheery uplifting color to walk up to after a whole week or two of heavy, unbroken depressing grey clouds of Nov. or March. I just can’t “dig” a dull color up north when sometimes cloudy/foggy for days on end. So, gotta have that blue and heated steering wheel, hope to keep cloth seats. Two things of note: how quiet of a ride 2024 Frontier is and I love all the manual physical buttons to poke and knobs to twist. No central computer screen that controls most things via pages of virtual button settings, AKA distracted driving. For a 4x4 the Frontier ride is good, comfortable. Some commenter somewhere pointed out the Frontier seats set a fella or gal up higher off the floor and are therefore, more comfortable. I prefer that. The box height isn’t so terribly high off the ground, either, 6’3” and can reach in easily. Not so Colorado, Ranger, no half ton, probably not Tacoma either. Loading heavy e-bike in;out of back via motorcycle ramp, higher off ground is not always better. Thanks for your Fender tip. Saves nigh $750, too.

@enzojh3035 Жыл бұрын

Frontier is better choice. Older frontiers can take beatings for a long time and best to see different trucks than the typical Tacoma

@japerezo75 Жыл бұрын

Nissan has a reputation of being lesser in quality than Toyota. Has not been my case. One thing for sure is that their cars are less expensive than Toyotas so they are most likely purchased by people who can’t afford a Toyota and also can’t afford proper maintenance i.e. extending the time between oil changes. A properly maintained Nissan will last as much as a Toyota.

@fransiscoscaramanga674 Жыл бұрын

Tacoma is still the number one seller in mid-size trucks........the Nissan frontier is a nice truck though.

@BanquetBoysTX Жыл бұрын

Just bought a 2023 pro4x and I can say I’m happy with it. Was comparing the taco and the frontier but ultimately the new design and the refreshed interior pulled me in. Took it to the dunes and it performed good. Used the tow mode to pull my trailer with quads and it’s super good the cameras definitely could be better but did their jobs when it came to backing up, also just pulled out another frontier that had gotten stuck in soft sand and it performed better than I expected. Don’t sleep on these little trucks they are definitely super fun

@stw2186 Жыл бұрын

How's the ride height of the Frontier compared to the Tacoma? Over and over I keep hearing that the Frontier is a more comfortable ride. I am in the market for my first truck and I want to sit high. I am coming from a 2011 Subaru Impreza Outback Sport hatchback aka a go-kart.

@BanquetBoysTX Жыл бұрын

@@stw2186 Well I previously had a 2021 wrangler Willy’s and it was nice but the ride was so damn rough on and off road. The frontiers ride height is good in my opinion and personally I think that on and off the road is more comfortable than the Tacoma. I would say the seat position in the frontier is a lot more comfortable than the Tacoma, to me the Tacomas seat position is like a sports car. I would say test drive them both and see which one suits you more.

@bcw686 Жыл бұрын

If I am paying 46k for anything it better come with good resolution on the camera angles. I know it is a really good truck it's just at that price point it needs to have those things

@BanquetBoysTX Жыл бұрын

@@bcw686 I feel you on that but to be honest to me their was more pros than cons when I made my decision on this truck

@bcw686 Жыл бұрын

@@BanquetBoysTX glad you like it cause I still feel like brand new with the warranty you can't beat it

@balmainattitude Жыл бұрын

I agree. Great video.

@ogjk Жыл бұрын

Seems Nissan has allways at least tried to put a little more effort into their trucks then vehicles.

@Warbeaver 10 ай бұрын

Can you let me know why I can't get the shortbox on the midnight edition in Canada?

@elonsus9747 Жыл бұрын

My 22 Frontier has a few rattles and clunks within the interior and chassis. It was really solid at first but slowly developed some noises. Love the way it looks and the power however.

@samdc-usa2745 5 ай бұрын

Hi Kirk I am looking at the pro 4 x with leather , how is the interior noise compared to 4 runners version 5th generation. Thanks, Sam

@akamanonthemoon 6 ай бұрын

I have a 2019 Ford Ranger that has been at Ford Service since the Thursday before Thanksgiving 11 weeks because the transmission went out! Soon as it’s fixed I am trading it off on a Tacoma 2023 or Am strongly looking at Frontier, so liked your video!!!

@akamanonthemoon 5 ай бұрын

Finally after 13 weeks got it back! Warranty is only on parts and labor not for a new transmission as it was just an overhaul says Ford! Going back to Toyota!!

@mrgurulittle7000 Жыл бұрын

I’d easily take this over the Tacoma. I’m more of a Nissan guy so…

@pnwmv Жыл бұрын

So you like unreliable. Got cha

@mrgurulittle7000 Жыл бұрын

@@pnwmv Are you kidding? Tell me you know nothing of Nissan pickups without telling me you know nothing of Nissan pickups. Nissan pickups are rear wheel drive Jatco automatic transmissions. That means they are some of the most bulletproof transmissions in the world. It’s only the front wheel drive CVTs that were crap.

@manahang1 Жыл бұрын

@@mrgurulittle7000 Just ignore the Taco cultists. They just can't help themselves.

@mrgurulittle7000 Жыл бұрын

@@manahang1 😂

@mrgurulittle7000 2 ай бұрын

@BrianEugeneLee-xq2hyAgree.

@dfrank7 Жыл бұрын

It’s a great looking truck. I hope they fixed the transmission issue “rollaway condition while the vehicle is in park”.

@SirTrizzle Жыл бұрын

It’s all nice and all, but time will tell how reliable it is.

@thechuckster6838 Жыл бұрын

The new Tacoma will indeed feature the manual transmission. I'm with you on the noisy transmission of the current Tacoma. I bought a 2021 SR5 and I am not a happy camper when it comes to the overall feel of the truck.

@randomstuffwithjoe 6 ай бұрын

I'm looking to downsize from my Silverado 1500. I'm looking at this truck.. as well as the '24 Tacoma and the Honda Ridgeline. All different and have different strengths. I've only test ridden the '23 Ridgeline so far.. but this truck is grabbing my attention.

@mabelpup8502 8 ай бұрын

That tailpipe is perfect…short and out of the way..what do you want it to look like?

@guseks8413 Жыл бұрын

Wish we would get this in Scandinavia. We used to have the Navara but they stopped selling it in Europe aswell. Emissions reg killing trucks :/

@metaldeathracer1337 7 ай бұрын

Today I pulled the trigger on a new fully loaded 2023 Pro-4X in boulder gray. I couldn't be anymore happier with my decision. The deciding factor for me was the naturally aspirated V6 engine in the Frontier. Simplicity. I dont want turbos and all that other fancy stuff, This truck drives and handles great, the steering feels normal to me, I have zero complaints so far. I also think the Pro-4x it's the best looking mid size truck out there.The fender audio system rocks 🤘

@VictorReyes-er9hy 7 ай бұрын

How much did you pay for it, outdoor price?

@metaldeathracer1337 7 ай бұрын

@@VictorReyes-er9hy I got 2k off msrp. Got it for $46,695 before taxes and fees. I also got the bed sports bar at no cost.

@michaelvisconti869 Жыл бұрын

I just purchased the 2023 Frontier Pro X . It runs about 5k less than the top of the line Pro X 4 . Considering the price compared to the other mid sized Trucks i gotta give it a 9 of 10 👍

@KirkKreifels Жыл бұрын

Great choice!

@cs1992 Жыл бұрын

How's your MPG?

@michaelvisconti869 Жыл бұрын

@@cs1992 17 to 18 city

@Linknelson Жыл бұрын

Love my Pro 4X, it’s also a bit quicker off the line too

@mbiker345 Жыл бұрын

I really like the looks on these. I would buy one over the tacoma. I would NEVER buy some Detroit garbage and I dont really love the tacoma.

@rgp8038 Жыл бұрын

My thoughts exactly.

@gregdixon3797 Жыл бұрын

Did you use the cruise control? I’ve heard complaints that it doesn’t hold speed well. Also, I don’t think the Frontier offers adaptive speed control on any trim level…correct?

@johnsonjohnsonjohnsonjohnson98 5 ай бұрын

just bought one today!!!

@13984980 Жыл бұрын

Shame the states didn’t get these in a diesel version. Came back from my trip to El Salvador and rented a Diesel version of this truck and I fell in love with the truck. Love the turbo diesel sounds and the MPG was great.

@jamonmang6099 11 ай бұрын

i really want a diesel option.

@Idahodeerslayer 9 ай бұрын

Sorry, can’t have it in the land of the free

@luvslogistics1725 Жыл бұрын

Toyota is the most reliable and holds its value

@dyates6380 10 ай бұрын

I have a 2018 Tacoma Sport. It only has 35k on it and I've done a few modifications like lifting it and putting Gear rims on it with K02s, and a few other modifications. It's been by far the best vehicle I've ever owned, but again, I don't drive it much anymore since I'm retired. I've owed one Nissan, a 2003 Xterra that for the most part I liked a lot, and had it ten years. In fact, I wouldn't even have gotten rid of it, but just over 67k (I mentioned I don't drive much, LOL) I started having idling and a few starting up issues. Three trips to the dealership, and three "Well, we really don't know ...... but let's try this THIS time" while being charged each time only to have the original problems remain, it was time to get rid of it. Hell, if the techs at the dealership don't know what's wrong with it, there's a problem. I've also had a few friends with both Titans and an Altima, and one Morano, who had similar problems and that pretty much made me stay away from them. Again, I did love the SUV until the issues, but in reality, it didn't even have seventy thousand on it. Not saying the Frontier isn't a nice truck though, but at this point I'm looking for long term reliability.

@treedeblue 9 ай бұрын

Totally the tranny won’t last nearly as long as Toyota

@leoncampbell5605 9 ай бұрын

😊I'm really thinking about getting my Frontier pretty soon

@thersanothersidetome Жыл бұрын

Wonder how reliable the 9 speed will be

@420 Жыл бұрын

Do these Frontiers do the eco thing ehere it will drop down to V4 to aave gas?

@TalismanPHX Жыл бұрын

Love everything about the Frontier. The V6 powertrain is smooth. Dont love the $40k plus price. The new Colorado is getting reviews great too. Hmmmm

@user-mq1up2fw4r 10 ай бұрын

Got a 2019 Chevy Colorado commercial trim for work, nearly 100k miles and its not too bad, no major issues. I didn't choose to get this particular truck, but for a Chevy it isn't terrible.

@DrunkenRhinoceros Жыл бұрын

I prefer a straight 6 over a turbo 4. This looks to be a solid choice for a mid size truck.

@juddblaney9320 Жыл бұрын

I think they’re awesome. I can’t wait to see the new Xterra.

@americafirst2159 Жыл бұрын

Just bought the Boulder Gray Nissan Pro 4x ...LOVE it ...made in Tennessee.American workers..

@jamessok2146 Ай бұрын

im looking to get one

@Joe-eg7ml Жыл бұрын

Can you review new 2023 colorado trailboss. They are about the same price. Always been a frontier guy but I like the fact the power is more with better mpg and the fact you can switch to 4A in the Colorado (live in crappy weather) and I believe it has front amd rear lockers and a max payload of 1517lbs.

@albertherrera8240 Жыл бұрын

The ZR2 is the way to go the trail boss is the lesser , the ZR2 has rear and front lockers Toyota and the pro4xcannot claim that...plus 30 more ponies under the hood than the taco also better shocks than Z71, trail boss, TRD pro, and pro4x.

@WhosthatTeamAFC Жыл бұрын

Bought the '23 pro4x. Didn't get upgraded package. Basic sound system is pretty damn loud. No need for leather in the south. Rest of features in upgraded packages are nice, but not worth the $ for me. Regardless, my first choice was a Tacoma until I drove it. Hated the drive. Loving the frontier. Hating the cost of a new car these days.

@jamiehalifax4954 Жыл бұрын

Does it only come as a 4 door taxi with a small truck bed or can you get a 2 door version with a longer real truck bed in the back?

@Brickbattery Жыл бұрын

The Pro 4X and Pro X trims only come as a crew cab with short bed, but you can get the smaller cab with longer bed in the lower trims (S and SV).

@haze_2563 10 ай бұрын

I remember back in the day $40k could land you a full size truck with a couple things added to it, now? A mid size truck and a premium color option😭

@matrix-fh9tn Жыл бұрын

My 07 Tacoma DC 4x4($26.5K) was 17/22 mpg but 14/17 with mods, and the gas price was $2~$3 in Cali. 16 years later this Frontier($40K) is same 17/22 but the gas price is around $4.80 now. I won't buy a 17/22 truck again. Looking forward to the Tacoma hybrid or 4runner hybrid's mpg numbers to replace my 16 years and 300K+ mile old Taco. Love my daily '23 Rav4 hybrid but simply can't take me where lifted 4x4 Taco can.

@occckid123 Жыл бұрын

Pro 4x gets worse mileage but mpg ratings changed around that time also but yea definitely not good on gas

@joesteel3459 Жыл бұрын

Not sure how much money you will save. Motor trend is estimating the 2025 hybrid version of the 4Runner base model to start at 45k. That’s for rear wheel drive. You can’t bet the 4x4 base version will at least be 50k+

@matrix-fh9tn Жыл бұрын

@@joesteel3459 Thank you for a promising news. Lol. Then no, I would just keep driving mine til wheels fall off since it's now being used as a getaway vehicle few times a year

@Plow-b1x 10 ай бұрын

Goodness gracious right from the get go I glimpsed that window sticker that was $20000 more than my 2017 desert runner and I paid Evan much less than that. Looks like gouging is here to stay!

@letsgobrandon5800 Жыл бұрын

Good old Tamiami trail in Naples :)

@fortheloveofnoise Жыл бұрын

Nissan wins by having a V6, Tacoma wins by offering a manual transmission.

@VincentAnthonyE 10 ай бұрын

I agree it's a better truck. I wish we had more info on this 3.8l motor and it's reliability being new(er) and a direct injection engine.

@creeriverchip5355 9 ай бұрын

Tacoma does shift at times, but only one, or at most two gears. The Frontier was very extreme, to the point of dangerous on an icy road. After the “fix”, cruising at 2200 instead of 1600 definitely impacted the mileage. All in all, it annoyed me every time I drove it. Life is too short to live with annoying crap. Glad you like yours, it was too much for me.

@cerealeater7369 Жыл бұрын

I would get one but I don't like how low the front clearance is and the longer looking front nose.

@jasonmajeski79 6 ай бұрын

I prefer the real "tilt" of the wheel......the "tilt" and telescoping of the cars today is a joke. That is not tilting at all.....its a height adjustment at best. Great review of the truck....I first saw this at the auto show and fell in love.......I had the prior style as a rental and it was a solid truck....not the best looking but a solid truck.....the new design is fantastic!!!