I LOVE my 3rd Gen Frontier. Bought it for the naturally aspirated V6. You’ll NEVER see space shuttle miles out of those 4-pot turbos. Period. My Frontier is quiet, smooth, solid, and a joy to drive. The drivetrain is a gem. Loads of power and always in the right gear. Traded in my 20 year old Tundra with no regrets.
How is it easier to work on? That motor is huge and cramped in the engine bay. Not to mention all the extra moving parts because it's a V6 engine. It'd be a PITA to work on like all other nissan V6 engine bays. You look at the turbo 4 engines and its so compact. A single turbo is easier to remove. People see "turbocharged" and think its complicated and an electrical mess. When it is no harder than a stock exhaust header.
@beexiong2995 that v6 will last longer. A v4 truck sounds like a terrible idea, or maybe it is for people who will actually tow stuff with it. If you are gonna use it as a car go with the v4 anyday.
@@MeistroZ Tacoma TRD sports start at $39k. The Tundra sR5 off road starts at $48k. Not sure what dealership you’re going to. But you’re obviously not comparing apples to apples. Sounds like you were quoted for a Tacoma fully loaded with a possible markup, because I can’t even get to that price on the website. If you compare a Tacoma and a tundra with the exact same options, the tundra will be significantly more expensive. Period.
@@BlueFL5 TRD Sport with 4WD starts at $44,095. But I bet you won't find one at a dealer for even that price, as the options add up quickly, unfortunately.
I’ll choose the Frontier all day. None of these vehicles are meant for major hauling….and the V6 will always be more reliable under load than a turbo 4. Just too bad the Frontier is no longer offered with a manual.😢
So the new Canyon/Colorado has a higher tow capacity than the Frontier and is make with diesel aspects on the engine. Yet it’s not made for towing?? Get the correct information first before giving ur non informed false information kid
@@bobbysmith9411 if you’re relying on a Canyon/Colorado to tow at capacity then you’re GMC’s and Chevy’s ideal customer who’ll be back in their showroom to take a loss on your vehicle when you finally realize you should’ve just bought that Sierra or Silverado at the get go. No midsize truck is worth the headache towing anywhere near capacity. Update your info Gramps.
@@vagabond1776 another old grandpa who knows nothing about trucks. Open ur eyes and look at all the midsized trucks today that CAN and DO haul campers etc kid…. They are made for hauling it’s not the 1990s anymore. But if you could afford one you probably would realize that. Have a nice day
@@bobbysmith9411 just because you CAN doesn’t mean you SHOULD…even a Civic is capable of hauling. You can get away with hauling a camper or boat on flat ground, but as soon as you hit any altitude you’ll easily regret that decision. If you’re using a midsize truck for all your hauling needs then it’s likely you’re either foolish or can’t afford a full-size. I understand your argument regarding the towing capacity of a midsized truck; my point is, you have better options at that capacity.
Its hilarious to read the comments and see just how wrong this review got it. They place Frontier third, comments place it first by a landslide. FRONTIER ALL DAY. For people who need a real truck. And it also happens to be the best looking. Offered with a 6 foot box again for 2024
I wish they showed the as tested prices because I’ve looked at all of these trucks and there’s a reason I bought the Frontier. I trades in an SR5 Tacoma and am much happier with the Frontier.
What years did you trade for? I'm stuck perfectly between a Tacoma/Frontier solely because of the CCLB options. Where one falls short, the other picks up and price correlates pretty tightly.
@@GhostOfTheAngels I had a 19 Tacoma which is essentially unchanged up until the 24 model. I’ve driven a 21 Tacoma with the newer power seat but the comfort was unchanged for me. I purchased a new Frontier Pro4X and I am so much happier. The seats are super comfortable and no more knee rubbing up against the door like the Tacoma. It rides much smoother on the road, feels much more powerful and the transmission is seamless. I know there are die hard Tacoma fans and it was a reliable little truck but man do I feel so much better in the frontier. I’m not a huge guy either. 5’10 170lbs.
@@dannyv2335 That's what I'm starting to realize; I think the Tacoma ideology is kind of played out after checking out the frontier. I'm right around the same height and weight so that's actually super helpful too. How does the turning radius compare? Really as much of a pain in the ass as people say?
@@GhostOfTheAngels I live in NYC and yes it does have a wider turning radius and the steering is a little heavier but I haven’t found it to be annoyingly inconvenient. I don’t feel like I’m making any extra maneuvers over the Tacoma. I’d normally have to pull into a parking spot in a lot halfway and reposition with the Tacoma anyway. I could see the occasional U turn being hindered but that doesn’t happen enough here for me to dislike it.
Have a 2019 Frontier P4X and I adore it. Only 50K miles in but it’s such a great truck. Bolted on sliders and new skids as well as a 2 inch lift. Great on road trips and on the trails here in Colorado. Love it!
I’d go with frontier, sub 30K used 4x4 base model. Good 6cyl and transmission combo that’s been used since 2020 plus a lot of cheap materials on the interior I’m not afraid of scratching up. And the headlights aren’t LED’s so if things go wrong it’s cheaper to replace. Easy to do oil change at home and it still has the “old” looking interior with actual buttons and knobs instead of over the top touch screen display. All three look really good though.
The headlights are automatic on the Chevy..... BUT, if you want to turn them on for any reason, you have to dig into the display to manually turn them on. They're not on the stalks any more. Toyota owners with the 14" display are probably compensating for other 'short comings'.
@csxsucks you buy a vehicle south the main item is to sell? A depreciating value. Great way to stay poor. There's a reason it's been tracked 4th-6th the last several years for performance. But low iq folks buy because resale value. Smart ones but for what it actually does.
@@csxsucks Yeah you only gotta pay $15k more for a lower trim than every other make to get that “resale value” lmao a base used tacoma in my area was $40k with 60k+ miles where as a fully loaded Frontier was 30k with 10k miles.
@@Mattie_IceMy son is a mechanic and says he’s constantly repairing and replacing small turbos. Feel free to take the risk, that’s your choice. It’s just not mine.
@@4rr44EHe’s replacing small turbos on what? What does he work on? I barely ever see modern turbos blow. Turbo is the easiest thing to build. A case with a propeller and a long lasting bearing. Simple. They are made to go to 300k.
And yet, nanobody buys one and the only ones you see on the trail or 10 years old and being towed out. Frontiers are for the weird neighbor and getting groceries at the store.
@@TIB1973 the majority of new mid sized trucks in my area are frontiers followed by Colorados and then Tacos. V6/super reliable/less electronic bullshit/normal parking break/more comfortable cab all make it the best choice. Also the price can’t be beat. Paid $29k for a fully loaded 2022 Frontier with 10k miles. The cheapest tacoma I could find was $37k with 35k miles and a base model. No debate what was the better deal.
@@carryeveryday910 Different in my area, NW, more toyos then nissan. I think nissan has always been a cheap option so understandable that it may sell more. I have historically not been a truck fan, but in my older years I need a truck so have been looking. The pricing on toyota is , like most vehicles now days, price gouging and all vehicles sales are depressed right now. I plan to overland and there is just more options for Toyotas then nissans. Doesn't mean I won't buy one, but I need to wait and see how things shake out with all of this. Alot of the reasons i don't like nissan is superficial, looks too boxy and the name frontier, titan and Pro4X are just lame to read everytime I walk up to the truck. superficial I know, but taking into acccount the people who have nissan's in my area just use them as daily drivers, not much testing beyond that to know if it can be a reliable overland vehicle. Glad you are happy with yours.
I absolutely am a nissan fan. Only owned nissan my whole life. I've had a2009 versa. A 2005 frontier, a 2011 370z nismo, a 2006 xterra and now a 2023 frontier. Loved them all. They were all reliable and all got sold or written off. I honestly wonder if I'm just really lucky, or if nissan really does make bullet proof vehicles. But, either way, I'm so happy to see that they're so much love for the frontier, as its the under dog, and the oldest platform. Amazing, solid, price friendly truck. When nissan makes a truck, they make them smart, well built and practical. I have a really good feeling nissan knew what they were doing by keeping the v6 cuz all the smart people are gonna go with the new tech and regret it later.
Got my self 2011 370 Nismo and Traded my Daily driver Tacoma for new Nissan PRO X now both my vehicles are nissan. Did my homework and compared Frontier, Ridgeline, and Tacoma. I believe Frontier sales will be going up. Tacoma is nice but for me it was 4 cylinder , electric steering and price that changed my mind.
Funny how they only mention the starting prices. That ZR2 as optioned is 55k or higher, Taco 50k or higher, and the Frontier 45k or under. No turbo, reliable proven power train. Frontier is the best truck for the money you pay.
@kkb you forgot an important part. How did you choose the Tacoma as your number 1 if it has the highest price, lowest towing rating, and less configurations?
Too bad you didn't mention that the Frontier comes in LONG BED, yes 6ft.!!!! The truck looks better long, is more useful and has a longer wheelbase than the Colorado.
@@rdpillsforall6884 NO NO NO !!! It's not ONLY the base model with a 6ft bed!! You need to familiarize yourself with the CREW CAB LONG BED SV. You get soo much more for your money. Why get a 5ft rather than a 6ft bed? Are you going off road with with your brand new pro4x or need the stickers and the steps? "Crew cab long bed SV" all day!! Good luck.
That's exactly what keeps me on the fence. I don't plan on buying something immediately, but shop a head in case something happens. I am looking at the 2023 Pro4x frontier and 4x4 F150 2.7 Ecoboost. The fuel mileage is actually better in the F150.
I feel like history is repeating itself.... guess I'm getting old. I remember the 80s when everyone was throwing Turbos on 4 cylinders, claiming the power of a V8, MPG of a 4 cylinder. They neglected to tell you it has to work twice as hard and doesn't last. This was mostly due to gov't EPA regulations. Things eased, and smooth V6 and V8 engines came back. I predict it'll happen again. I don't buy the better turbo technology this time. I'm hearing a lot about the V6 twin turbo problems in the Tundra and same for Ford F150. Plus if you build a Taco with any amount of equipment.... $50k+ AND dealer markup, plus it's a first model year.
100% agree. Young guys are slamming me in the comments when I bring this up…but I too lived through the “first wave” of turbos. They say, “Hey old guy, turbos are way more reliable than they were 40 years ago”. While that may be true, you can’t change physics. The mechanical stress on those components creates accelerated wear and that’s going to create engine problems shortly down the road. I would NEVER buy a 4-pot turbo, especially in a truck.
Nobody buys an extracab these days except if you are single no kids, use it for work or as a fleet vehicle. Nobody cares about that door. The fact that you can fold the passenger seat completely flat to accommodate work space is awesome too
@@beexiong2995 Speak for yourself. Not everyone wants or needs a crew cab. Not having rear doors for the extra cab seriously reduces the usability of the space. If you're going to offer one, make it useful. Toyota made a big mistake here.
@@drecksaukerl well guess what toyota sales dictate what models they develop as do all other automakers. Most of the buyers buy the doublecab. Hell look at the GM twins. They dont even have a 6 foot bed anymore and only offered in a crew cab. More proof the market no longer caters to access cab sales
@@beexiong2995 I'm not going to bother arguing with you about sales. My point is that if you offer an extra cab, do it right or not at all. Nissan offers rear opening doors making it easy to access the back to store tools or safety gear. Toyota doesn't, which limits the usability of the vehicle. The Toyota fanboys might not like that statement but too bad. Facts are facts.
Tacoma reliability makes it the champ year after year…although the Colorado 2.7L turbo seemed well engineered and ready to compete. Only time will tell.
I am a Tacoma fan but A TURBO 4 CYL WAS A HUGE MISTAKE! GOOD bye reliability and dependability. Turbos are bad even if they're good. Added Heat, Added stress added parts not a great idea. Frontier has 6 cyl and is the best truck but people will still give tacoma more love due to it's reputation alone. GOOD BYE TOYOTA HELLO NISSAN!!
the tacomas new turbo 4cil is a better engine than last gens v6, and even if it wasnt, taco hasnt had massive recalled units due to engine and transmission failure as the frontier.
In today's market--June 2024--the Toyota TRD Off-Road and Chevy Colorado ZR2 are both $10K more than the Frontier PRO-4X. It's crazy how much the higher end Toyotas have gotten (and yes I know the MSRP of the Frontier is only $5K or $6K less, but down here in Tucson right now they're up to $4K below MSRP with incentives; good if you like old school).
Too bad Toyota is jeopardizing its reputation by putting a turbocharged four-cylinder engine in their new design vehicle. Everybody is overwhelmed and just looking at the cosmetic looks of the truck instead of looking at the engine. Turbochargers puts extra pressure on components inside the engine and make them wear out faster. Only time will tell how long the 4 cylinder throw away engine will last.
The Tacoma wins for me just because of all the various combos you can make. Want a single cab? You can have one. Want a manual? You can have one. Want a longer bed? A shorter bed? You can have one. The Hybrid Max is a best of both worlds option and overall the truck is good looking inside and out. It strikes the perfect balance between the over-powered Ranger and the dated Frontier.
Id take the frontier, no nonsense saftey features that beep the entire time off road, & a real v6 the only thing I dont like on the nissan is the tacky orange/red accents everywhere
If kelley Blue Book says the Frontier is in 3rd place, that's the one to buy. The Frontier maybe out dated, outclassed and out performed, and you'd be a fool not to buy one.
so many of these videos are comparisons of the top trims. Why not more mid-level trim comparisons? Not everyone buys a TRD or Pro-4x etc. Some people want a comparison between mid trim options
Nissan is killing off the Titan. They can get away with adding a couple more inches to the cab to improve rear legroom. The extra length will help towing. Improve the steering wheel setup, offer a power passenger seat on the higher trims, and match Toyota on the coil spring setup. More and more they improved it to be just as tough. Improve the 3.8's torque curve and you'll have a winner. You might have to up the octane level to get it.
Pretty low effort reviews. I don't think the reviewer is old enough to take into account longevity and reliability of the V6 over turbo 4s. Also, the overuse long-term of the Colorado and new Tacoma may render them unusable if those screens break and there are no replacements.
Journalism don’t review reliability, just capabilities and offerings. Can’t review reliability unless they own it and even then, it’s different from user to user. That’s like reviewing different athletes by their credit score.
@@Warbeaver turbo tuner cars of the 90s blowup because the owners overboosting the motor. Also the turbos lacked adequate cooling back then and often owners unknowingly shut off the motor after a hard run and destroy the turbo. Left stock they will last long.
You didn't even drive half the Taco lineup and gave them first. Also it didn't even have a number that would beat the Chevy. Looks like a bunch of preconceived determinations here. KBB you should do better than this. Nissan need to get aggressive like they did back in the 90's, those trucks were awesome. Based on this I would take a Colorado.
I like how America effectivity banished small, inexpensive, utilitarian compact trucks from overseas only to refuse to sell anything like that domestically.🙄 _"You want to buy a small single cab $20k truck?"_ _"No"_ 😘
@@wilsonbaird yes it does. Tnga-f platform shared with the tundra, seqouia, upcoming landcruiser and tacoma. Financial restraint? LOL you mean nissan has no money and cant redesign anything. Just a refresh and facelift hahaha go do your homework and try again
@@beexiong2995 Nissan doesn't sale 1% of the truck market here in US, so they have not money to build a specific chassis for Frontier and Titan, so they use the same
You reviewers are so very biased. You know nothing about the new Tacoma, durability. What is going to be like down the road where the frontiers already proven. Likewise you know nothing about the durability and predictions of the colorado Yet you Still choose to put the Toyota number one without earning. It's spot yet maybe you like the styling a little bit better, but it hasn't improving anything yet. Did anybody mention it's ten thousand dollars more than the nissan? Come on people it's time to be unbiased.
The Frontier is the best option… imagine having a turbo 4 and trying to tow 😂 or better yet… imagine having to turn on your headlights through your radio like the Chevy 😂💀
Because that's how we spend the majority of our time driving, turning the headlights on and off. They are automatic, set and forget. However, if you really want to play with the headlights there is a button directly on the screen to do just that.
@@Nick-ue7iw Why? I've had my Colorado since early January and I never have to mess around with the headlights. Literally never. Even if I did the button is right on the screen. HVAC I can understand wanting physical buttons considering the amount of times it's adjusted and in the Colorado the climate controls are buttons below the screen (well, also in the display but I never use them). Most vehicles suck, why would I want my truck to copy them just because?
Toyota is on top? Because of its long history of being reliable maybe but the 2024 hasn’t even been released so how is it on top??? The Canyon hasn’t been on the road for about 7 months now and is a great truck just fYI
My old 8' bed with a camper shell makes weekend camping with a cot and full-size mattress a breeze. Now I can't even buy an 8'. Need at least a 6.5' with a built in shell that doesn't leak and has side windows with screens. No need for crew cap just enough extended to fit my ice chest and stove. Nobody care about how easy the short tour camping guy with no dang travel trailer needed for deep woods 4x4. It would be the bomb for some of us. G friends always liked the roughing it with a bed just fine. Already getting ready for the woody or the woods rather
All these Trucks are pretty close. However the reliability of the Tacoma is far better and its resale value is number two overall of any vehicle made car or truck, period.
Who would have guessed the 55k truck got first the 50k truck got 2nd and the 45k got 3rd.Im in the market for one right now and I know exactly what these specific models in this vidio cost.think I will go with the frontier and keep my 10k in my back pocket
With the frontier pro 4x, for it to be more competitive I'm surprised options like lift kits and bigger off road tires aren't offered. Where is the ford ranger in this line up?
Kbb is a joke, just like their valuation tools.... Gave a recommendation to a vehicle that they haven't even driven? Or owned? ....Tacoma is less powerful, less payload, less towing and fuel economy does not seem any better than colorado which has almost 100lbft of torque more... For the money they missed the mark....after the colorado I'd actually prefer the frontier for it's value on the used market.
ZR2. Best bang for your buck, hands down. Tacoma would have been nice, had the pro not have been 65k msrp, and they remove the hybrid BS. Plus, Tacoma has no front locker. Lastly, if resale is a major key point, its a mute point.
I've had Tacomas over 18 years. Even drove a Hilux in the Middle East when I served. So that being said, I didn't like what Toyota did with the engine. And I'm not about to dish out 50 grand for a TRD before ttl. I'll keep my 2015 Tacoma. Driving friends 4 x pro fully loaded with a v6 still beats Tacoma in price & power. And that's an unbiased opinion, unlike this video.
I’m not in the market for a new truck yet, but will be in the next few years. I really hope the Nissan sells well and the other manufacturers take the hint that we don’t want a bunch of turbo 4 bangers that won’t last. For the inevitable naysayers…the new turbo V6 tundras are ALREADY running into turbo issues. Wait till they have 100k miles on them.
The V6 in the Frontier makes it the best truck here. Period.
I LOVE my 3rd Gen Frontier. Bought it for the naturally aspirated V6. You’ll NEVER see space shuttle miles out of those 4-pot turbos. Period.
My Frontier is quiet, smooth, solid, and a joy to drive. The drivetrain is a gem. Loads of power and always in the right gear. Traded in my 20 year old Tundra with no regrets.
I feel like they didn't actually compare anything
Nissan Frontier all day for me. Naturally aspirated, less electronic gimmicks, easy to work on.
How is it easier to work on? That motor is huge and cramped in the engine bay. Not to mention all the extra moving parts because it's a V6 engine. It'd be a PITA to work on like all other nissan V6 engine bays. You look at the turbo 4 engines and its so compact. A single turbo is easier to remove. People see "turbocharged" and think its complicated and an electrical mess. When it is no harder than a stock exhaust header.
v6 & less electronic nonsense is a win for me
@beexiong2995 I said it's EASY to work on, I didn't say easier. I changed my oil in mine in quick time.
I'll take the Frontier V6
@beexiong2995 that v6 will last longer. A v4 truck sounds like a terrible idea, or maybe it is for people who will actually tow stuff with it. If you are gonna use it as a car go with the v4 anyday.
I have a 22 Frontier 4x4 S its perfect and still a real pickup.
Still happily driving my 07. Havnt hit 100k miles yet.😊
My 2015 still running strong 175k. We'll see where these turbo 4 motors get to
I own a 2023 Pro 4x. Love it, feels like a truck
Should have got a Jeep Gladiator.
@@marki61422
Drove one. It was one of the most uncomfortable vehicles I have driven.
I'd choose the Tacoma if it wasn't priced like a full-size truck BEFORE dealer markups
Just depends on what spec you’re looking at.
You must have not seen the price of Tundras lol
@@BlueFL5 I was quoted at 57k for a 24 Tacoma TRD Sport. '24 Tundra SR5 with the off-road package was at 60k. Unfortunately only a 3k difference.
@@MeistroZ Tacoma TRD sports start at $39k. The Tundra sR5 off road starts at $48k. Not sure what dealership you’re going to. But you’re obviously not comparing apples to apples. Sounds like you were quoted for a Tacoma fully loaded with a possible markup, because I can’t even get to that price on the website. If you compare a Tacoma and a tundra with the exact same options, the tundra will be significantly more expensive. Period.
@@BlueFL5 TRD Sport with 4WD starts at $44,095. But I bet you won't find one at a dealer for even that price, as the options add up quickly, unfortunately.
I’ll choose the Frontier all day. None of these vehicles are meant for major hauling….and the V6 will always be more reliable under load than a turbo 4. Just too bad the Frontier is no longer offered with a manual.😢
So the new Canyon/Colorado has a higher tow capacity than the Frontier and is make with diesel aspects on the engine. Yet it’s not made for towing?? Get the correct information first before giving ur non informed false information kid
@@bobbysmith9411 if you’re relying on a Canyon/Colorado to tow at capacity then you’re GMC’s and Chevy’s ideal customer who’ll be back in their showroom to take a loss on your vehicle when you finally realize you should’ve just bought that Sierra or Silverado at the get go. No midsize truck is worth the headache towing anywhere near capacity. Update your info Gramps.
Midsized trucks aren't meant for major hauling.
@@vagabond1776 another old grandpa who knows nothing about trucks. Open ur eyes and look at all the midsized trucks today that CAN and DO haul campers etc kid…. They are made for hauling it’s not the 1990s anymore. But if you could afford one you probably would realize that. Have a nice day
@@bobbysmith9411 just because you CAN doesn’t mean you SHOULD…even a Civic is capable of hauling. You can get away with hauling a camper or boat on flat ground, but as soon as you hit any altitude you’ll easily regret that decision. If you’re using a midsize truck for all your hauling needs then it’s likely you’re either foolish or can’t afford a full-size. I understand your argument regarding the towing capacity of a midsized truck; my point is, you have better options at that capacity.
Its hilarious to read the comments and see just how wrong this review got it. They place Frontier third, comments place it first by a landslide. FRONTIER ALL DAY. For people who need a real truck. And it also happens to be the best looking. Offered with a 6 foot box again for 2024
I really like the frontier
Nissan frontier is the only one with most reliable v6 engine option
Only because they didn't test the Honda Ridgeline
Also as a new(ish) midsize truck, it’s now the only one you can get with a V6
Exactly
Imagine buying a Nissan
@@iamthedutchbroNo you're not. Stop lying.
I was looking for a comparison, not a paid Toyota advertisement.
Oh, Kirk.
Don't be a douche, mate.
No shit. That’s exactly what it was too. 😂
I'll take the Frontier because it offers a v6 . The other two look alike.
Good luck 😊
@@jeromep3182no luck needed
I wish they showed the as tested prices because I’ve looked at all of these trucks and there’s a reason I bought the Frontier. I trades in an SR5 Tacoma and am much happier with the Frontier.
Great point. We'll do that!
What years did you trade for? I'm stuck perfectly between a Tacoma/Frontier solely because of the CCLB options. Where one falls short, the other picks up and price correlates pretty tightly.
@@GhostOfTheAngels I had a 19 Tacoma which is essentially unchanged up until the 24 model. I’ve driven a 21 Tacoma with the newer power seat but the comfort was unchanged for me. I purchased a new Frontier Pro4X and I am so much happier. The seats are super comfortable and no more knee rubbing up against the door like the Tacoma. It rides much smoother on the road, feels much more powerful and the transmission is seamless. I know there are die hard Tacoma fans and it was a reliable little truck but man do I feel so much better in the frontier. I’m not a huge guy either. 5’10 170lbs.
@@dannyv2335 That's what I'm starting to realize; I think the Tacoma ideology is kind of played out after checking out the frontier. I'm right around the same height and weight so that's actually super helpful too. How does the turning radius compare? Really as much of a pain in the ass as people say?
@@GhostOfTheAngels I live in NYC and yes it does have a wider turning radius and the steering is a little heavier but I haven’t found it to be annoyingly inconvenient. I don’t feel like I’m making any extra maneuvers over the Tacoma. I’d normally have to pull into a parking spot in a lot halfway and reposition with the Tacoma anyway. I could see the occasional U turn being hindered but that doesn’t happen enough here for me to dislike it.
Love my Frontier. Reliable and it’s quicker than you think - the steering is a non issue
Have a 2019 Frontier P4X and I adore it. Only 50K miles in but it’s such a great truck. Bolted on sliders and new skids as well as a 2 inch lift. Great on road trips and on the trails here in Colorado. Love it!
i’m looking at a 2020 for 23G with 65000 miles. R u still happy with it. Also, looking at a chevy colorado with about the same mileage and price ?
I’d go with frontier, sub 30K used 4x4 base model. Good 6cyl and transmission combo that’s been used since 2020 plus a lot of cheap materials on the interior I’m not afraid of scratching up. And the headlights aren’t LED’s so if things go wrong it’s cheaper to replace. Easy to do oil change at home and it still has the “old” looking interior with actual buttons and knobs instead of over the top touch screen display. All three look really good though.
The headlights are automatic on the Chevy..... BUT, if you want to turn them on for any reason, you have to dig into the display to manually turn them on. They're not on the stalks any more. Toyota owners with the 14" display are probably compensating for other 'short comings'.
The Colorado is using an engine and transmission that’s over 5 years old
@@RigginTheRod010 Only top trim has LED
IDK how you can give it to Tacoma with no testing. I guess it wins cause... Options?
Known resale value and relaibility comapred to low resale value of the Frontier and Low resale and poor reliability of the Chevy junk.
@csxsucks you buy a vehicle south the main item is to sell? A depreciating value. Great way to stay poor. There's a reason it's been tracked 4th-6th the last several years for performance. But low iq folks buy because resale value. Smart ones but for what it actually does.
@@csxsucks Yeah you only gotta pay $15k more for a lower trim than every other make to get that “resale value” lmao a base used tacoma in my area was $40k with 60k+ miles where as a fully loaded Frontier was 30k with 10k miles.
The Frontier is my choice. Reliability, a V6, and awesome ride and plenty of tech. Not a fan of turbo 4s when it comes to towing and reliability.
Why? Every diesel on the road has a turbo and likely is running a lot more compression.
@@Mattie_IceMy son is a mechanic and says he’s constantly repairing and replacing small turbos. Feel free to take the risk, that’s your choice. It’s just not mine.
@@4rr44EHe’s replacing small turbos on what? What does he work on? I barely ever see modern turbos blow.
Turbo is the easiest thing to build. A case with a propeller and a long lasting bearing. Simple. They are made to go to 300k.
@@ryanb8736they cost a ton of money to fix plain and simple. Not worth it.
Frontier, until further notice.
And yet, nanobody buys one and the only ones you see on the trail or 10 years old and being towed out. Frontiers are for the weird neighbor and getting groceries at the store.
@@TIB1973 the majority of new mid sized trucks in my area are frontiers followed by Colorados and then Tacos. V6/super reliable/less electronic bullshit/normal parking break/more comfortable cab all make it the best choice. Also the price can’t be beat. Paid $29k for a fully loaded 2022 Frontier with 10k miles. The cheapest tacoma I could find was $37k with 35k miles and a base model. No debate what was the better deal.
@@carryeveryday910 Different in my area, NW, more toyos then nissan. I think nissan has always been a cheap option so understandable that it may sell more. I have historically not been a truck fan, but in my older years I need a truck so have been looking. The pricing on toyota is , like most vehicles now days, price gouging and all vehicles sales are depressed right now. I plan to overland and there is just more options for Toyotas then nissans. Doesn't mean I won't buy one, but I need to wait and see how things shake out with all of this. Alot of the reasons i don't like nissan is superficial, looks too boxy and the name frontier, titan and Pro4X are just lame to read everytime I walk up to the truck. superficial I know, but taking into acccount the people who have nissan's in my area just use them as daily drivers, not much testing beyond that to know if it can be a reliable overland vehicle. Glad you are happy with yours.
Frontier looks the best will be the most reliable, and honestly I like it's interior the best.
Frontier and Colorado have best price points . Toyota is slowest one and cost the most.
no way in hell I'm bypassing a tried and true V-6 for a forced induction hamster wheel at 30k.
😂
Aside resale value, Tacoma hasn't sat atop the mountain in years. But, if you're buying with intent to sell, go for it.
Nissan frontier hands down 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉
I absolutely am a nissan fan. Only owned nissan my whole life. I've had a2009 versa. A 2005 frontier, a 2011 370z nismo, a 2006 xterra and now a 2023 frontier. Loved them all. They were all reliable and all got sold or written off. I honestly wonder if I'm just really lucky, or if nissan really does make bullet proof vehicles. But, either way, I'm so happy to see that they're so much love for the frontier, as its the under dog, and the oldest platform. Amazing, solid, price friendly truck. When nissan makes a truck, they make them smart, well built and practical. I have a really good feeling nissan knew what they were doing by keeping the v6 cuz all the smart people are gonna go with the new tech and regret it later.
Got my self 2011 370 Nismo and Traded my Daily driver Tacoma for new Nissan PRO X now both my vehicles are nissan. Did my homework and compared Frontier, Ridgeline, and Tacoma. I believe Frontier sales will be going up. Tacoma is nice but for me it was 4 cylinder , electric steering and price that changed my mind.
Frontier all day love mine ?
Nissan V6 all day!
Funny how they only mention the starting prices. That ZR2 as optioned is 55k or higher, Taco 50k or higher, and the Frontier 45k or under. No turbo, reliable proven power train. Frontier is the best truck for the money you pay.
Frontier is overpriced. It should be 35k like the 2011 model which it basically still is.
Nissan doesn't have anything that competes with the the ZR2.
@@kalijo1 Look up Forsgate Edition Frontier.
@@kalijo1Check out the Frontier Forsberg Edition coming out.
@@beexiong2995Correction, they are ALL overpriced.
@kkb you forgot an important part. How did you choose the Tacoma as your number 1 if it has the highest price, lowest towing rating, and less configurations?
It has the same amount of configurations as the Nissan, plus the most trim variations.
@@endlessnameless3996 its close but it does not offer rear opening of the small doors or seating.
Easy answer dear Watson, money, money and money
Because I said so! Don’t like it, don’t buy it.
@@rickeycooley9139 yep, you have a right to get paid by Toyota to claim unsubstantiated facts
Too bad you didn't mention that the Frontier comes in LONG BED, yes 6ft.!!!! The truck looks better long, is more useful and has a longer wheelbase than the Colorado.
I think the pro4x comes with the 5th bed, while base models come with the 6ft. Regardless I’m going with the pro4x. All day.
@@rdpillsforall6884 NO NO NO !!! It's not ONLY the base model with a 6ft bed!! You need to familiarize yourself with the CREW CAB LONG BED SV. You get soo much more for your money. Why get a 5ft rather than a 6ft bed? Are you going off road with with your brand new pro4x or need the stickers and the steps? "Crew cab long bed SV" all day!! Good luck.
@@lkanavaros9576 I plan to use it for trails.
This isn't a review, it's an advertisement. I wouldn't purchase any of these trucks. Still loving my paid off 2018 Nissan Frontier Pro 4X "KING CAB"!
It's actually not.
In this crazy economy you can save your money and buy the Pro4x..I got a great deal on mine. Its a great reliable truck!
curious on your sticker price? I'm looking for one right now here in Texas.
@voltachik I bought mine in Jan 2023 loaded with 3k miles on it, I paid 40k and sticker was 49k. Probably could do better now.
I love my 2020 Frontier , very practical and powerful ❤
Frontier!
No mention of MPG? The main drawback on these trucks is the fuel economy is the same or often worse than the full size option.
FastLane truck tested a doublecab limited on their 57 mile loop with three adult men and netted 24 mpg. Not bad.
That's exactly what keeps me on the fence. I don't plan on buying something immediately, but shop a head in case something happens.
I am looking at the 2023 Pro4x frontier and 4x4 F150 2.7 Ecoboost. The fuel mileage is actually better in the F150.
Ford is going to start offering the 2.7 in the Ranger starting this summer (2024). I’m probably going to wait for that.
I feel like history is repeating itself.... guess I'm getting old. I remember the 80s when everyone was throwing Turbos on 4 cylinders, claiming the power of a V8, MPG of a 4 cylinder. They neglected to tell you it has to work twice as hard and doesn't last. This was mostly due to gov't EPA regulations. Things eased, and smooth V6 and V8 engines came back. I predict it'll happen again. I don't buy the better turbo technology this time. I'm hearing a lot about the V6 twin turbo problems in the Tundra and same for Ford F150. Plus if you build a Taco with any amount of equipment.... $50k+ AND dealer markup, plus it's a first model year.
100% agree. Young guys are slamming me in the comments when I bring this up…but I too lived through the “first wave” of turbos. They say, “Hey old guy, turbos are way more reliable than they were 40 years ago”. While that may be true, you can’t change physics. The mechanical stress on those components creates accelerated wear and that’s going to create engine problems shortly down the road. I would NEVER buy a 4-pot turbo, especially in a truck.
@@thetinysideoftiny7625 Ohhh yeah, always so more reliable...they're built better, better electronics.... history repeating itself.
To me the Frontiers interior looks better than the other two.
Getting rid of the rear doors on the Tacoma access cab was the dumbest thing any manufacturer has ever done.
Nobody buys an extracab these days except if you are single no kids, use it for work or as a fleet vehicle. Nobody cares about that door. The fact that you can fold the passenger seat completely flat to accommodate work space is awesome too
@@beexiong2995 Speak for yourself. Not everyone wants or needs a crew cab. Not having rear doors for the extra cab seriously reduces the usability of the space. If you're going to offer one, make it useful. Toyota made a big mistake here.
@@drecksaukerl well guess what toyota sales dictate what models they develop as do all other automakers. Most of the buyers buy the doublecab. Hell look at the GM twins. They dont even have a 6 foot bed anymore and only offered in a crew cab. More proof the market no longer caters to access cab sales
@@beexiong2995 I'm not going to bother arguing with you about sales. My point is that if you offer an extra cab, do it right or not at all. Nissan offers rear opening doors making it easy to access the back to store tools or safety gear. Toyota doesn't, which limits the usability of the vehicle. The Toyota fanboys might not like that statement but too bad. Facts are facts.
No one’s buys those truck
But old men and not enough of them sell. But hey there’s still
The manual
Transmission 😊
Nissan for me….
I’ll take frontier all day long ! Solid and no breaking down
V6 NA all the way for me...great engine in the nissan....no turbo for me!
The GM variants dropping the 6 ft. bed option kills it for me. I currently have a Colorado crew cab long bed and can't see going to the shorter one.
Same here.
It's partially why I bought a 2022.
Same for me! No 6 foot box is an absolute deal breaker!
Agreed. I had a 5 ft bed Taco once thinking I could live w/ it. I couldn’t. Practically worthless.
The Frontier still comes in Long bed SV, 6 ft.!!
1:09 - Correction regarding the Colorado: there are only 2 engine options for 2024. The 390 lb-ft torque version is no more.
Can’t go wrong with the Japanese trucks on reliability
Tacoma reliability makes it the champ year after year…although the Colorado 2.7L turbo seemed well engineered and ready to compete. Only time will tell.
5:30 the torque is wrong on the iForce max it is 465 Lb-Ft. Come on KBB! Step up the Journalism!
I was looking to see if anyone else caught this.
That's the iForce hybrid numbers for the torque
I am a Tacoma fan but A TURBO 4 CYL WAS A HUGE MISTAKE! GOOD bye reliability and dependability. Turbos are bad even if they're good. Added Heat, Added stress added parts not a great idea. Frontier has 6 cyl and is the best truck but people will still give tacoma more love due to it's reputation alone. GOOD BYE TOYOTA HELLO NISSAN!!
the tacomas new turbo 4cil is a better engine than last gens v6, and even if it wasnt, taco hasnt had massive recalled units due to engine and transmission failure as the frontier.
In today's market--June 2024--the Toyota TRD Off-Road and Chevy Colorado ZR2 are both $10K more than the Frontier PRO-4X. It's crazy how much the higher end Toyotas have gotten (and yes I know the MSRP of the Frontier is only $5K or $6K less, but down here in Tucson right now they're up to $4K below MSRP with incentives; good if you like old school).
Shopping for a 2024 tacoma trd pro, but having a hard time near me as every dealer has markups...
I don’t even think the TRD Pro is on lots to have markups yet.
@@ALMX5DP Not on lots, but dealers are getting allocations that you can put a down payment on.
@@classikz ah and they are already applying ADM on stuff that hasn’t even landed yet? Crazy
Too bad Toyota is jeopardizing its reputation by putting a turbocharged four-cylinder engine in their new design vehicle. Everybody is overwhelmed and just looking at the cosmetic looks of the truck instead of looking at the engine. Turbochargers puts extra pressure on components inside the engine and make them wear out faster. Only time will tell how long the 4 cylinder throw away engine will last.
Turbo 4s have been reliable for decades. It's not the 80s anymore Gramps.
The Tacoma wins for me just because of all the various combos you can make. Want a single cab? You can have one. Want a manual? You can have one. Want a longer bed? A shorter bed? You can have one. The Hybrid Max is a best of both worlds option and overall the truck is good looking inside and out. It strikes the perfect balance between the over-powered Ranger and the dated Frontier.
You forgot the subscription you must maintain to keep a large number of options functioning.
@@Frontier2022which functions require a subscription?
Good luck paying more for Toyota tax.
Way overpriced these new ones are. It’s craxy
I'm going with Tacoma.
FYI, it’s DSSV shocks, and Multimatic is a separate company from Chevy 0:53
Id take the frontier, no nonsense saftey features that beep the entire time off road, & a real v6 the only thing I dont like on the nissan is the tacky orange/red accents everywhere
Real V6? All V6’s are real.
If kelley Blue Book says the Frontier is in 3rd place, that's the one to buy. The Frontier maybe out dated, outclassed and out performed, and you'd be a fool not to buy one.
I normally sh*t on Nissan for their awful sedans and crossovers with a CVT but their BOF trucks and SUVs are actually legit.
Frontier is the best one
so many of these videos are comparisons of the top trims. Why not more mid-level trim comparisons? Not everyone buys a TRD or Pro-4x etc. Some people want a comparison between mid trim options
Frontier>colorado>tacoma
Nissan is killing off the Titan. They can get away with adding a couple more inches to the cab to improve rear legroom. The extra length will help towing. Improve the steering wheel setup, offer a power passenger seat on the higher trims, and match Toyota on the coil spring setup. More and more they improved it to be just as tough. Improve the 3.8's torque curve and you'll have a winner. You might have to up the octane level to get it.
Pretty low effort reviews. I don't think the reviewer is old enough to take into account longevity and reliability of the V6 over turbo 4s. Also, the overuse long-term of the Colorado and new Tacoma may render them unusable if those screens break and there are no replacements.
Journalism don’t review reliability, just capabilities and offerings. Can’t review reliability unless they own it and even then, it’s different from user to user. That’s like reviewing different athletes by their credit score.
I had a 91 toyota mr2 turbo. Had 200k miles when i sold it. Engine was bullet proof
@@beexiong2995 cool, it also isn't 4000+ pounds and doing off road or towing. That's the difference. I know just as many blown up supras and rx7s.
@@Warbeaver turbo tuner cars of the 90s blowup because the owners overboosting the motor. Also the turbos lacked adequate cooling back then and often owners unknowingly shut off the motor after a hard run and destroy the turbo. Left stock they will last long.
@@WarbeaverOh so now we're moving goalposts because you cant admit turbos are not an automatic fail.
Well I just went with 24 Nissan! So far I love it 😎
You didn't even drive half the Taco lineup and gave them first. Also it didn't even have a number that would beat the Chevy. Looks like a bunch of preconceived determinations here. KBB you should do better than this. Nissan need to get aggressive like they did back in the 90's, those trucks were awesome. Based on this I would take a Colorado.
I like how America effectivity banished small, inexpensive, utilitarian compact trucks from overseas only to refuse to sell anything like that domestically.🙄
_"You want to buy a small single cab $20k truck?"_
_"No"_ 😘
Smol turbos gonna be trouble
FRONTIER ALL DAY!!!!
Toyota Tacoma! I’m going to wait until newness dies down & any issues corrected, probably trade my 21 for a 25 or 26.
Good idea. I love the new Tacoma and I’m not even a truck fan. But that white TRD Pro is 🤌🏾🤌🏾🤌🏾
Good idea to wait considering the issues with the launch of the new Tundra.
Smart move. Dont be an early adopter. Let them work the kinks out first
Another thing not mentioned often is the fact that Frontier has the same chassis of Titan, being a much stronger vehicle than the competition.
The tacoma is the same chassis as the Tundra bub.
@@beexiong2995 nop, and Nissan does it cause financial restraint, what Toyota doesn't have
@@wilsonbaird yes it does. Tnga-f platform shared with the tundra, seqouia, upcoming landcruiser and tacoma. Financial restraint? LOL you mean nissan has no money and cant redesign anything. Just a refresh and facelift hahaha go do your homework and try again
@@beexiong2995 Nissan doesn't sale 1% of the truck market here in US, so they have not money to build a specific chassis for Frontier and Titan, so they use the same
@@beexiong2995 this new taco is developed in the F1 platform, which is now the same as Tundra, but wasn't like that until now
Tacoma !♥♥♥
You didn't want to wait till the new Ranger was out?
Frontier. Long bed.
Frontier is best bang for buck
Colorado is doing too much
Tacoma is still king
Taco never was king
@@scott8238definitely king. Highest resale value.
MERRY CHRISTMAS ⛄🎁
Great video!
You reviewers are so very biased. You know nothing about the new Tacoma, durability. What is going to be like down the road where the frontiers already proven. Likewise you know nothing about the durability and predictions of the colorado Yet you Still choose to put the Toyota number one without earning. It's spot yet maybe you like the styling a little bit better, but it hasn't improving anything yet. Did anybody mention it's ten thousand dollars more than the nissan? Come on people it's time to be unbiased.
Wish we could opt out on these safety features. Might help drop the price on these mid size trucks.
The Frontier is the best option… imagine having a turbo 4 and trying to tow 😂 or better yet… imagine having to turn on your headlights through your radio like the Chevy 😂💀
Because that's how we spend the majority of our time driving, turning the headlights on and off. They are automatic, set and forget. However, if you really want to play with the headlights there is a button directly on the screen to do just that.
@@kalijo1That's incredibly dumb. Just as dumb as HVAC control on screen. Should be a switch like every other vehicle out there.
@@Nick-ue7iw Why? I've had my Colorado since early January and I never have to mess around with the headlights. Literally never. Even if I did the button is right on the screen.
HVAC I can understand wanting physical buttons considering the amount of times it's adjusted and in the Colorado the climate controls are buttons below the screen (well, also in the display but I never use them).
Most vehicles suck, why would I want my truck to copy them just because?
Tacoma❤
Toyota is on top? Because of its long history of being reliable maybe but the 2024 hasn’t even been released so how is it on top??? The Canyon hasn’t been on the road for about 7 months now and is a great truck just fYI
We address this in the first line of the video.
@@kbb Nice "unbiased" reviews. You got some Toyota dribble on your cheek there
My old 8' bed with a camper shell makes weekend camping with a cot and full-size mattress a breeze. Now I can't even buy an 8'. Need at least a 6.5' with a built in shell that doesn't leak and has side windows with screens. No need for crew cap just enough extended to fit my ice chest and stove. Nobody care about how easy the short tour camping guy with no dang travel trailer needed for deep woods 4x4. It would be the bomb for some of us. G friends always liked the roughing it with a bed just fine. Already getting ready for the woody or the woods rather
Super boring vid that seems like a AI read….
i will wait for couple year and see the sale volume of tocama and let toyota fix up those bugs for new model year.
All that complexity and expense for the Tacomas I-Force turbo Max hybrid just to make the same power as the 2.7 T Colorado lmaoo
The Tacoma hybrid comes with a max 465 TQ not 426.
Have a 21 Tacoma I can’t afford a new one, hope it last me 20 years. By the way I have a 1990 Toyota truck that I use for real truck stuff.
You probably won’t find the taco anywhere,if
You do it’s probably marked up 5k
I just priced a 2024 Tacoma TRD Sport. 53k for a mid-size truck. These prices are insane. Might as well buy a full-size for those prices.
How does the redesigned Honda Ridgeline stack up?
For those saying Nissan knows to build trucks please complete the sentence, trucks that won’t sale 😂
All these Trucks are pretty close. However the reliability of the Tacoma is far better and its resale value is number two overall of any vehicle made car or truck, period.
Who would have guessed the 55k truck got first the 50k truck got 2nd and the 45k got 3rd.Im in the market for one right now and I know exactly what these specific models in this vidio cost.think I will go with the frontier and keep my 10k in my back pocket
Mid size trucks/light trucks in Brazil are Full tier😂...expensive and today a big ashes.
Why not show the msrp prices of the models tested?
With the frontier pro 4x, for it to be more competitive I'm surprised options like lift kits and bigger off road tires aren't offered. Where is the ford ranger in this line up?
I was thinking the same thing
Kbb is a joke, just like their valuation tools.... Gave a recommendation to a vehicle that they haven't even driven? Or owned? ....Tacoma is less powerful, less payload, less towing and fuel economy does not seem any better than colorado which has almost 100lbft of torque more... For the money they missed the mark....after the colorado I'd actually prefer the frontier for it's value on the used market.
Toyota Max hybrid turbo is the fastest. The best engine out of them.
Where’s the Ford?
Broken?
not out yet
ZR2. Best bang for your buck, hands down.
Tacoma would have been nice, had the pro not have been 65k msrp, and they remove the hybrid BS.
Plus, Tacoma has no front locker.
Lastly, if resale is a major key point, its a mute point.
Where’s the ranger raptor? V6 twin turbo 400 horse power. Can’t have a best off roading midsize truck competition without all the trucks.
I've had Tacomas over 18 years. Even drove a Hilux in the Middle East when I served. So that being said, I didn't like what Toyota did with the engine. And I'm not about to dish out 50 grand for a TRD before ttl. I'll keep my 2015 Tacoma. Driving friends 4 x pro fully loaded with a v6 still beats Tacoma in price & power. And that's an unbiased opinion, unlike this video.
I was going to say where is the GMC Canyon but the colorado is technically the same thing
I’m not in the market for a new truck yet, but will be in the next few years. I really hope the Nissan sells well and the other manufacturers take the hint that we don’t want a bunch of turbo 4 bangers that won’t last. For the inevitable naysayers…the new turbo V6 tundras are ALREADY running into turbo issues. Wait till they have 100k miles on them.