I bet it was an accident but in editing Sarah said "fuck it, I'm not reshooting that and the fans deserve a spicey treat." Now I've been a subscriber for a year and love her content with or without a little spice but I must admit I enjoyed that.
Purchased my first new car in 1985, a Nissan 720 5sp manual with the 2.4l dual spark plug per cyl for $9,995, no AC no radio no power anything, 289,000 and never broke down, sold it for $1000 when I needed floor mats to keep my feet from getting to wet when it rained, I love the fact this new truck looks easy to work on (which is a rarity now days) and a full boxed in frame like my '85, Now will the Engine not blow head gaskets and the Transmission hold up? this looks like a great opportunity for the aftermarket crowd. and Sarah I give you 5 Penguins as my most detailed and cutest reviewer.
Sarah's shirt during the bolstering test decided to deny us the entire reason we want to see the bolstering test! I also found it amusing how this appears to be her first time noticing a power locking tail gate
One nice change nissan made is they relocated where the front upper control arm mounts. They moved the mount location up around 2 inches so now if you do a typical 2 inch lift, the upper control arm won't hit the spring/upper strut mount at full droop and no need to replace the upper control arm with an aftermarket one for clearance.
Being a science teacher myself, I really do appreciate your willingness to experiment in your reviews. At the same time, I also get hungry when you mention meatball and cookie scores. As always, I look forward to seeing your entertaining content!
I just realized that I would watch Sarah review a 1979 Pinto because I’d know right from the git-go that it would be entertaining. And funny. That Nissan truck is about as far away from any vehicle that I’d normally be interested in.
That's it! I want a new Xterra!!! How sweet would the X look with that front end! Plus new terrain features, maybe give customers the option for lockable diffs from the factory, and a rear tire carrier standard! If only to try and compete with Ford, Jeep, and Toyota. I have to imagine that would be a big success!
I agree! I have commented on Nissan's official press release videos of this truck about the lack of a locking diff option. Hopefully others will also, so that Nissan gets the point...
This is what I had hoped the Ranger was going to be. A very utilitarian truck that can be configured in both 2W and 4W and does not lack off-road capabilities. I love the Transmission, I am sick of companies only offering CVT's I hate them and refuse to get another one. CVT makes a care boring and anemia. As for the engine, I like it doesn't have a turbo. They are not the end all be all. This might be worth looking into. Thanks
Finally, after watching many, many reviews from various RUclipsrs, someone confirms there IS actually an adjustable lumbar support offered in the 2022 model. Multiple other reviewers I've seen have stated lumbar support is NOT offered. On multiple videos I have noticed the lever on the center side of the driver seat but no one, until now has seemed to even notice it is there, while many have stated lumbar option isn't available for 2022 model. That was a dissappointing and potentially deal breaking omission for me. Thanks for actually noticing and confirming this option.
@Lord Humungous Click Bell icon @ top right of screen, Window drops down with a Settings icon @ top right of window. Click and choose your preferred setting for notifications.
I actually laughed at the U drive shaft joke 😂 I hate it when they don’t give you the option to fully defeat the safety crap. Great review as always! 👏🏻
The redesign of this truck is long overdue. I really like it. Sucks you can only get a locking diff with the 4x4 because it really does have its place in a 2wd. Only thing missing with the "GO TRUCK GO" line was penguin saying "YEET", lol.
I enjoy the technical parts of your review. Have you considered doing a ramp travel index test? It might be a fun addition, especially to the "off-road" vehicles.
I accidentally switched playback speed to 25% right at the part where you give it the beans. Anyway, I put the stuff I was carrying down and decided to let it play for a minute at 25% just for fun, and was not disappointed, lol.
I had a 2 wheel drive truck back in 87,,I loved the truck,but it wouldn't any where if the highway was wet,let alone snow,,,I'll take 4 wheel drive,here in the north east,
A two wheel drive pickup for 40 grand. Use to be a two wheel drive pickup was the absolute, rock bottom cheapest vehicle on the road. In the 70's you could buy a brand new two wheel drive pickup for 3 or $4,000.00.
All the new safety features and electronic updates that they added is why i chose to get the 2020 model. Got the updated power but same old easy to work on frame
I'm so glad someone with a personality like yours do reviews, you are a gem in the saturated world of car reviewers, everyone else sounds robotic, you are entertaining, can't wait for your Beans in the new "Z"
Great review, after watching I dont knowhowmanymillionsof RUclipsr, you are the first one that I see putting the vehicle on the lift to show what is underneath! awesome!
Funny review as usual...even if I'm not intrested in trucks at all...! Your video are always great because you have a lot of fun and you show it! I'm sorry I lost something at about 4:39, but i was not really thinking about car's thing.... ;-) Time to make a calendar, for sure!!!!
If your intention was to take the Frontier off-road, you would no doubt purchase the Pro-4X, no? That pretender is just all show with no go. Thanks for another great review Sarah.
I think the new frontier is a great looking truck, probably my favorite out of the midsized truck market, but it's disappointing to slap a "pro" sticker and offer no rear locker. Wish they would bring back the xterra with this new look.
Always enjoyable, love the shorts, suites you better. Keep up the great work, you are in the top 3 car reviewers. You are smart and enjoyable. Thank you from Australia
I believe this transmission is based off the Mercedes G-Tronic 9Speed auto, not exactly the same, but I think there was shared engineering in the creation of this.
@@SarahnTuned that has me curious as to long term reliability (as well as the serviceability). It'll be interesting to see how well these hold up over the years.
The plastic on the underside is not a skid pkate. It's a splash gaurd to keep the engine area clean while off roading. 2wd Nissan cars have the same thing. Same idea as having a plastic cover over the top of the engine which almost all newer cars have.
I think Hondas occupying the niche they want. A lot of people want truck utility without the heavy frames and choppy ride. They don't want to put in the effort of developing an actual truck just to get stomped by the Tacoma anyways.
It seems every time I see a Frontier video, there's mention of the missing manual transmission. The old manual 6-speed gearboxes were fantastic, and I should know because I'm lucky to have one. It's my '07 Nismo and I'm never letting it go!
I bought this exact model as a gift to myself back in December, definitely worth it. Extremely reliable when it comings to hauling my boat and trailer. And has been reliable after putting almost 10k miles since I’ve gotten it due to constant travel between work and home
I am asking because I just don't know myself but do you think this will last as long as a Tacoma? I know they make their trucks much more reliable than the cars but I have to say it is the nicest looking mid-size truck today
@@bcw686they do about as well as a tacoma, they're just a lot cheaper to start which saves you in the event you need to fix anything. doesnt help that toyota has gotten pretty lazy
Sarah, I have to say. I watch everyone one of your videos and give them a thumbs up every time. Love what you do! I have also set your channel on alert so each time you upload I’d be alerted however, your videos never come up in my feed. I always have to search for them. I believe you’re being suppressed for some reason!! Again, love what you do
It's strange to me that manufacturers used to charge extra for an automatic transmission now we're talking about being willing to pay extra for a manual.
If you drive slow in 1st or 2nd gear that truck will climb that hill it’s a matter of driving technic when driving into terrain like this. I also notice the way how you drive in some of your truck drive test learn the driving technic.
You make two points that I can attest to: I pulled the trigger on buying my 95 SN95 when I found out it was the last 5.0 OHV. Also, my Prerunner was a SR5 and it was a blast to drive.
All that was missing from this video was a knot in Sarah's shirt, high heels, Southern Accent and getting in and out the window. If you know, you know. Yeeee haaaaa
this is definitely an awesome upgrade, but i really did enjoy the previous model. im probably the only one who thought it was perfect already xD and super reliable. ive never had to do anything to it besides the regular oil change! now we have to wait and see if the new transmission and engine set up will last as long
I guess this will be Sarah's new most viewed video.
I guarantee it... I know I will be watching it a few times.
There looked like almost an accident at one part....or was it?
Yeah the back seat holds the goodness the front seat hid
I bet it was an accident but in editing Sarah said "fuck it, I'm not reshooting that and the fans deserve a spicey treat."
Now I've been a subscriber for a year and love her content with or without a little spice but I must admit I enjoyed that.
Glad it wasn't just me! "Come for the excellent car reviews, stay for the treats!"
Loving the science and underside views, gives an idea on the quality of the vehicle when you can see the bits you normally wouldn't.
Don't understand, why other reviewer's don't include this. Worked on a Fiat 500 on a hoist. You could see cheapness and cost cutting everywhere.
@@brycem0 aka "value engineering"
@@brycem0 I'd expect to see a sticker on the underside on an FCA product to read "hello again!"
@@brycem0 savagegeese reviews also put most vehicles on a lift, to see the undercarriage
Yeah. I'm liking, the "Underside Views" myself also.
The back-seat test got my attention.
Purchased my first new car in 1985, a Nissan 720 5sp manual with the 2.4l dual spark plug per cyl for $9,995, no AC no radio no power anything, 289,000 and never broke down, sold it for $1000 when I needed floor mats to keep my feet from getting to wet when it rained, I love the fact this new truck looks easy to work on (which is a rarity now days) and a full boxed in frame like my '85, Now will the Engine not blow head gaskets and the Transmission hold up? this looks like a great opportunity for the aftermarket crowd. and Sarah I give you 5 Penguins as my most detailed and cutest reviewer.
Best review outfit ever!
We thought it was hot in the last video, Sarah just made it hotter. lol. Give it 5 penguins on how much we like Sarah.
SHWING!
I couldn't agree more with her outfit.
Glad to see everyone is so accepting.
Its a bit distracting NGL😂
Sarah's shirt during the bolstering test decided to deny us the entire reason we want to see the bolstering test! I also found it amusing how this appears to be her first time noticing a power locking tail gate
One nice change nissan made is they relocated where the front upper control arm mounts. They moved the mount location up around 2 inches so now if you do a typical 2 inch lift, the upper control arm won't hit the spring/upper strut mount at full droop and no need to replace the upper control arm with an aftermarket one for clearance.
You’re literally the only one that tested this offroad. I wish more people tested it. THANK YOU.
KEY NOTE: It has a ABLS diff, not an open diff.
Being a science teacher myself, I really do appreciate your willingness to experiment in your reviews. At the same time, I also get hungry when you mention meatball and cookie scores. As always, I look forward to seeing your entertaining content!
Don't forget the red "Nissan burger".
Great show, and without question, the best shirt you've ever worn!
What shirt??? I didn't see anything.
@@vzeq24 4:36
@@tincangamer2188,ah,I'm up to speed now.
Couldnt agree more.
I just realized that I would watch Sarah review a 1979 Pinto because I’d know right from the git-go that it would be entertaining. And funny. That Nissan truck is about as far away from any vehicle that I’d normally be interested in.
I wanna review a pinto 🥺
@@SarahnTuned it's beans score would be a pinto bean 🤣
@@ColeSpolaric It's safety rating would be on fire.
@@nielsdebakker3283 these puns write themselves lol
@@SarahnTuned it would be hard to find a punto in drivable condition that wasn't burned to the ground.
That's it! I want a new Xterra!!! How sweet would the X look with that front end! Plus new terrain features, maybe give customers the option for lockable diffs from the factory, and a rear tire carrier standard! If only to try and compete with Ford, Jeep, and Toyota. I have to imagine that would be a big success!
That's an excellent idea
I came here just to say this. I would LOVE to see this.
Amen! The Xterra was the best. It was the size of a CRV, but could work like a mule.
@@Steven-xj2rf That 4.0 was no joke.
should have at least limited slip diff, because it's just 1WD without a locker.
I agree! I have commented on Nissan's official press release videos of this truck about the lack of a locking diff option. Hopefully others will also, so that Nissan gets the point...
Yep. This things Useless off-road
Depends on the traction control. These computers do amazing things without lockers now.
It does have a limited slip
I do hope there's a 2022 Sarah calendar this year.
Ditto at least 2 months of the calendar with the glasses and lab coat but that's just me
I agree. That would be some great merch
due to your shirt, I had to watch the video twice...2nd time around I finally saw the truck lol
This is what I had hoped the Ranger was going to be. A very utilitarian truck that can be configured in both 2W and 4W and does not lack off-road capabilities.
I love the Transmission, I am sick of companies only offering CVT's I hate them and refuse to get another one. CVT makes a care boring and anemia.
As for the engine, I like it doesn't have a turbo. They are not the end all be all. This might be worth looking into.
Thanks
Finally, after watching many, many reviews from various RUclipsrs, someone confirms there IS actually an adjustable lumbar support offered in the 2022 model. Multiple other reviewers I've seen have stated lumbar support is NOT offered. On multiple videos I have noticed the lever on the center side of the driver seat but no one, until now has seemed to even notice it is there, while many have stated lumbar option isn't available for 2022 model. That was a dissappointing and potentially deal breaking omission for me. Thanks for actually noticing and confirming this option.
If you can’t push a button to make something happen it doesn’t exist 😂
My 06 Frontier LE has the same adjustment for lumbar
The upgraded Nismo billstien shocks help a lot both off & on road
“Pro models like it raw” my favorite Sarah line ever 😂😜
With a suprise in about a month
@Lord Humungous, real Pros know that there is leakage long before the sauce tossing pullouts. Surprise!
@Lord Humungous Click Bell icon @ top right of screen, Window drops down with a Settings icon @ top right of window. Click and choose your preferred setting for notifications.
Like to mash them beans
If i could give this video more than one thumbs up i would this is easily my favourite review so far.
oh boy boyo....sarah has her hands full with that Nissan Frontier!
At 4 minutes and 38 seconds was by far the best back seat review ever.
I've never hated a seat belt as much as I hated the one in this truck
Is it "hate" or "envy"?
@@69spektator a little of both.
Seatbelts normally function as a “separator”. Not sure what happened here.
Nissan is coming back. I had 2. A 90 maxima se pearl white and a 86 200 sx light blue lift back.
I actually laughed at the U drive shaft joke 😂
I hate it when they don’t give you the option to fully defeat the safety crap.
Great review as always! 👏🏻
Very odd they wouldn’t offer a locking rear diff in the 2wd, especially since it’s the Pro-X model.
Locking rear end is a great option- even UTVs have that. I thought the engine sounds nice.
It’s weird cause the old desert runner did
Yeah I just got it and I totally agree! The Tacoma trd 4x2’s have it!
Yes!!! The signature Sarah seat bolster move. It makes the truck review.
came for the truck, stayed for the shirt. very informative video! more like this one!!!
If it’s not available with a 5 speed manual transmission I won’t be able to drive it. Yes that’s right, I never learned to drive a automatic.
Its not hard to learn
Holy plunging necklines Batman! 😳
Meow
Bouncing around in the back seat, jumped out at me. Well almost jumped out.
Couple things Ive never really seen much of before. Love em !
I agree and it was quit distracting, but worse it...
The redesign of this truck is long overdue. I really like it. Sucks you can only get a locking diff with the 4x4 because it really does have its place in a 2wd. Only thing missing with the "GO TRUCK GO" line was penguin saying "YEET", lol.
Great review. Very exposing. One can really see everything from top to bottom. Well done.
I see what you did there.
I enjoy the technical parts of your review. Have you considered doing a ramp travel index test? It might be a fun addition, especially to the "off-road" vehicles.
I accidentally switched playback speed to 25% right at the part where you give it the beans. Anyway, I put the stuff I was carrying down and decided to let it play for a minute at 25% just for fun, and was not disappointed, lol.
I had a 2 wheel drive truck back in 87,,I loved the truck,but it wouldn't any where if the highway was wet,let alone snow,,,I'll take 4 wheel drive,here in the north east,
Who else hit pause at 4:38? 😂
What name so?🤔
4:37 😍🔥
Watched in 1/4 speed! :-)
I was listening to this video with only my left earbud... I felt bamboozled for a moment during the garage science part.
Lol, I dropped my DSLR and bent the mic Jack port. Had to go in and manually create an opposing mono track for each clip.. guess I missed a couple.
Jeezus, Sarah...I mean damn.
I love your videos. I really, really do. I'll be in my bunk.
A two wheel drive pickup for 40 grand. Use to be a two wheel drive pickup was the absolute, rock bottom cheapest vehicle on the road. In the 70's you could buy a brand new two wheel drive pickup for 3 or $4,000.00.
Yeah inflation across 50 years...
I swear you’re the first of nearly a dozen reviews I’ve seen of this truck that found the lumbar support lever.
Yay !!!! Another review by Sarah. And best of all, off road "validation". "Pro models like it raw". HAAAAAA ! So much Science ! Love it.
All the new safety features and electronic updates that they added is why i chose to get the 2020 model. Got the updated power but same old easy to work on frame
I'm so glad someone with a personality like yours do reviews, you are a gem in the saturated world of car reviewers, everyone else sounds robotic, you are entertaining, can't wait for your Beans in the new "Z"
Great review, after watching I dont knowhowmanymillionsof RUclipsr, you are the first one that I see putting the vehicle on the lift to show what is underneath! awesome!
Exhaust tip finish. I believe it is "Black Chrome"
I love your explanations. You make this show look very fresh and funny. Nice to watch.
Thank goodness I'm not blind yet😉 Thanks for adding a few more minutes of interior overview .Takecare 🙋♂️
I'll bet there are some spicy outtakes.
I'm leaning toward the Frontier now.
Funny review as usual...even if I'm not intrested in trucks at all...! Your video are always great because you have a lot of fun and you show it!
I'm sorry I lost something at about 4:39, but i was not really thinking about car's thing.... ;-)
Time to make a calendar, for sure!!!!
Anyone having to re-watch this video? Whew! Sarah your killing it on this video. I'm having trouble focusing 😘 . The truck is great also.
I think in this highly detailed, thorough, full of science review Sarah has outdone herself for the amusement of the public.
Great unbiased review, had a strong Nap Z twin plug 2.4 in a 83 Nissan that really woke up with dual Mikuni carbs and a Jim Connor cam👍🏼
Awesome video Sarah! Glad Nissan is back in the truck game!
Best rear wheel drive blouse ever!
Todays review outfit score is... 5 penguins! Damn! Thank you very much for the fan service Sarah!
I'm a new subscriber and i love your wit and humor, Your o.c.d is fine it just show's your into doing things right and keep giving it the bean's!
@4:36 the best part😍❤
I was surprised and delighted
more like 4:38
Ford Ranger does the same lock feature with the tailgate too.
Your outfit today reminded me to take my heart medicine. So it might save lifes!
Just bought a 2022 frontier ProX in tactical green with the cloth lava interior yesterday sweet truck super happy!
That is my new favorite top! The truck is cool too
13:19 Sarah, do not worry about the quicksand, because you won´t catch it...
Thank you. I´ll be here all week...
If your intention was to take the Frontier off-road, you would no doubt purchase the Pro-4X, no? That pretender is just all show with no go. Thanks for another great review Sarah.
Or at least a rear LSD. smh
Most people buy off road vehicles just for show. This is a perfect fit.
Great review Sarah, I hope you get a opportunity to review a Colorado ZR2.
I think the new frontier is a great looking truck, probably my favorite out of the midsized truck market, but it's disappointing to slap a "pro" sticker and offer no rear locker. Wish they would bring back the xterra with this new look.
Always enjoyable, love the shorts, suites you better.
Keep up the great work, you are in the top 3 car reviewers. You are smart and enjoyable.
Thank you from Australia
Breast review of a truck ever! Just Sayin!! First time I ever had to take a cold shower after a Vehicle review.
Right Sarah a 400hp turbo in that truck; just add the 6speed manual gear box too🤔 PERFECT!!💔
I was enthusiastic until you got to the JATCO transmission. Definitely needs a manual.
I believe this transmission is based off the Mercedes G-Tronic 9Speed auto, not exactly the same, but I think there was shared engineering in the creation of this.
@@SarahnTuned that has me curious as to long term reliability (as well as the serviceability). It'll be interesting to see how well these hold up over the years.
JATCO transmissions are a well known failure point of Nissan products. yikes.
Jatco = Junk
@@SarahnTuned Did the Mercedes X-Class make it to the states? It was basically a Navara (Frontier).
The plastic on the underside is not a skid pkate. It's a splash gaurd to keep the engine area clean while off roading. 2wd Nissan cars have the same thing. Same idea as having a plastic cover over the top of the engine which almost all newer cars have.
Another great review, Sarah!
Needs mechanical locker after purchase and illegally, dark ceramic tinting to keep the seats. Cool.
Now hopefully Honda can redesign their Ridgeline truck, and it will really be a crowded market for compact trucks.
I think Hondas occupying the niche they want. A lot of people want truck utility without the heavy frames and choppy ride. They don't want to put in the effort of developing an actual truck just to get stomped by the Tacoma anyways.
I’m buying the frontier next week, I have watched a ton of videos but I must say this was the most entertaining and fun to watch 👍
Best backseat review ever!
you are so lucky to be driving that thing already!
Great review. Nissan should make a SUV based on it. They would make a fortune. Xterra
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It seems every time I see a Frontier video, there's mention of the missing manual transmission. The old manual 6-speed gearboxes were fantastic, and I should know because I'm lucky to have one. It's my '07 Nismo and I'm never letting it go!
I can't stand how modern cars have done away with LSDs and use Open ones with Traction control or ESP to act as if it had one. That is a huge fail.
Too many "pretender" gadgets. Brake vectoring will never = a mechanical locker.
I bought this exact model as a gift to myself back in December, definitely worth it. Extremely reliable when it comings to hauling my boat and trailer. And has been reliable after putting almost 10k miles since I’ve gotten it due to constant travel between work and home
I am asking because I just don't know myself but do you think this will last as long as a Tacoma? I know they make their trucks much more reliable than the cars but I have to say it is the nicest looking mid-size truck today
@@bcw686they do about as well as a tacoma, they're just a lot cheaper to start which saves you in the event you need to fix anything. doesnt help that toyota has gotten pretty lazy
Great review Sarah. And by the way that shirt is killin me! 🔥🔥🔥🙏☘️
Cool truck. The ASMR and Scientific Experiments made it excellent.
Sarah, I have to say. I watch everyone one of your videos and give them a thumbs up every time. Love what you do! I have also set your channel on alert so each time you upload I’d be alerted however, your videos never come up in my feed. I always have to search for them. I believe you’re being suppressed for some reason!!
Again, love what you do
Great review, now review the Chevy Colorado ZR2. Its the only midsize pickup you haven't reviewed.
They still haven’t had one in the fleet 🤷🏻♀️
I just bought the 2023 version of this. Love it so far!
It's strange to me that manufacturers used to charge extra for an automatic transmission now we're talking about being willing to pay extra for a manual.
If you drive slow in 1st or 2nd gear that truck will climb that hill it’s a matter of driving technic when driving into terrain like this. I also notice the way how you drive in some of your truck drive test learn the driving technic.
Nice!!!
Oh, and the truck was okay too.
Finally, a car reviewer who says Bilstein correctly. Thanks for sparing me another OCD anxiety attack.
You make two points that I can attest to: I pulled the trigger on buying my 95 SN95 when I found out it was the last 5.0 OHV. Also, my Prerunner was a SR5 and it was a blast to drive.
There’s a lot to like about Sarah.
I agree with you completely on the colors and would have liked to see a manual transmission as well as a larger crew cab.
Hope you get a chance at the Pro 4X to take up that hill. I really like the styling. Thanks as always for a fun review...
Wow, that's an attractive red shirt you are wearing. Shows off your equipment well!!! Outstanding
Well, I just had to rewatch this on my big screen. No doubt about it. Sex sells.
Bummed you didn't review the pro 4x model
Thanks for showing the hidden lumbar lever. I have to look for that now.
All that was missing from this video was a knot in Sarah's shirt, high heels, Southern Accent and getting in and out the window.
If you know, you know.
Yeeee haaaaa
Nissan sure does hold onto a platform for a long time. That Frontier was great when new but way overdue for an update.
Some great features
this is definitely an awesome upgrade, but i really did enjoy the previous model. im probably the only one who thought it was perfect already xD and super reliable. ive never had to do anything to it besides the regular oil change! now we have to wait and see if the new transmission and engine set up will last as long
i do like that, but id buy the honda you reviewed over that
I concur & agree👍also
Hot damn that backseat review!! Never knew i was so interested in a backseat review ever