The GOOD & BAD About the NEW 2022 Nissan Frontier

I got to spend several days with the new redesigned 2022 Nissan Frontier, and I've got some things I like and don't like. There's nothing major about this Frontier that I don't like but these are more-so nitpicking items. Overall the Frontier is nicely done and modernized while it still retains it's traditional truck feel.

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TIME STAMPS
0:00 - What to expect
0:20 - Seats
1:00 - Headlights
1:59 - No telescoping?
2:37 - Size
3:11 - Driving dynamics
3:52 - 3.8L V6
4:20 - Cabin noise
4:52 - Storage
6:14 - Utilitrack
6:54 - See the full review

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[PrimeAutotainment]

I had a hard time deciding what to talk about here. *One thing a lot will probably hate - it doesn’t have a manual transmission available, at all.*
What are the best and worst things about this Frontier to you!?

[phw]

I know this is a two-year-old review, but I wanted you to know it was crucial in my decision to go drive a new Frontier. I drove it, you were right about most things, and I came home with one. I absolutely love my truck, Thanks Nolan.

[igniscycles]

As a guy shopping around, I think the option to pay for the features you want is great. The price on trucks is crazy. It appears Nissan is trying to accommodate the workin' man.

[cornbreads]

Love your “good and bad” reviews Nolan! Thank you for the content!

[SPL]

Had a 2005 Crew Cab for 16 years. Got rid of it this year for a Honda Ridgeline. The new version does look much better. Got over 220, 000 out of my 05 and it is still running strong. Nissan does make a pretty good truck. Great review! 👍👍

[seancox]

I was in the market for a SV Sport 4x4 Frontier. I went for a test drive, and returned to get the payment options. The pricing I got from the dealership was substantially higher than the online pricing tool, and the salesperson and sales manager unable to explain this besides for “wheel and tire warranty” “winter mats” and “docking security fees” which totalled $3600 over MSRP. Needless to say I went to Toyota the next day and had them order a Tacoma with no hidden add ons and MSRP pricing, so it ended up the Tacoma was cheaper than the Frontier. I don’t think Nissan is going to get any market share from Toyota like that, and almost a month later that same truck I test drove is still sitting on their lot

[blockagent]

This channel has quickly become my favorite car review channel. Perfect review style. Very interesting.

[nebaldeby]

Nice review of the new Frontier. Those dislikes you point out are minor in my opinion. If someone likes the truck overall, they’ll live with it and adapt.
Two years ago, when I was truck shopping I really wanted the Frontier but the lack of room in the back seats were a deal breaker for me.
I’m a girl dad times 2, both college age, still living at home and the Frontier just wasn’t going to cut it, rear room wise so I went with the Titan. Very happy. Always loved the Frontier though.

[DaveBuildsIt]

My 2011 Xterra was totaled a little over a month ago and I replaced it with a well-maintained 2016 Frontier Pro 4X. I was determined to stay with this platform because it is reliable. I have little doubt that I will reach 300k miles with few issues.

What I like about the 2022 Frontier is that they did not abandon what made the Frontier/Xterra special. And that's just my opinion.

I thought this was a fantastic review. Liked and subbed.

[edb.]

Good and fair review. As you noted, the non-telescoping steering wheel is mind boggling in 2022. Knowing that was an issue, we test drove twice and my wife and I had no issue with finding comfortable driving positions. We fought hard against the dealer mark ups (+$5K in NJ) and got more for our trade in the process. I looked at a lot of reviews (yours included. We knew the pluses and minuses and decided to purchase, hard to beat 1.9% financing on this as well. Overall, very happy with it so far and Nissan has done a good job of balancing old and new school tech for a solid truck in this segment. Last point, these are selling briskly and finding the Pro 4X w/leather is like searching for a unicorn. We had to go out of state (PA to NJ) to find that combo of features.

[dorikh]

I just got my new 2022 SV and completely agree with all said. Switching from Lexus RX hybrid I wouldn’t complaint about heavy steering :)) I knew what I was doing by getting this Nissan and so far I like it’s functionality at first. The cab is amazingly quite and roomy enough. We will see what the future bring to us but after all I think I made right decision. Thanks a lot for your review

[jacquelinegarcia]

Your video review was spot on! I loved the hat! I have been the owner of a 2022 Nissan Frontier for 6 months now and I absolutely love it! I agree that the LED headlights should come standard because they make this truck's stance look bada$$, especially at night. Another feature I wish was standard is the electronic locking tailgate. I have a key to lock mine, but wish it locked with the key fob. Also, I would prefer a telescoping steering wheel and a tilting up option on the driver's seat. However, with so much going right on this truck, I choose to overlook these few flaws. As most know, dealers noticed a long time ago that they can make tons of money by making different trim levels, so, I expect it. I have the ProX model with the Pro X Convenience pkg, Pro Tech pkg, and the Pro Premium pkg. The 10-speaker w subwoofer Fender audio system also rocks, as well as the smooth ride with a handsomely capable 310 hp engine. My truck was stickered new at $42K and would have been closer to $35K without some of the feature packages, but these extras sold me. I know some people do not, but I prefer the leather seats, moonroof, wireless charging pad, factory spray-on bedliner, upgraded wheels and all terrain tires, Bilstein shocks, LED bed lighting, dampened tailgate, side steps, etc. coming on the truck. This way, I don't have to pay for it later! This truck has more features - too many to name here - than my 2020 Ram Big Horn for way less money. Plus, it fits in the garage!! A comparable trim level on the Ram for the features I have is a Laramie, which costs north of $50K used, and new ones are now over $70K. Nissan has hit it out of the park with this modern desert runner. The technology is amazing on this truck, and I can park flawlessly due to the bird's eye view camera. Glad I get to drive it as my daily driver AND as the family's adventure rig. Happy trails to all.

[keko]

There are some of us old timers that love the tilt wheel. A tilt/telescoping wheel should never be adjusted on the go as you might find yourself in a new lane - not good! Flipping the tilt wheel up makes more space for getting in and out, then flip the wheel where you want it easily. Great short video, thanks! Deciding between 2022 Ridgeline (had 2017 before) and the 2022 Frontier (because of the tilt wheel).

[dantimber]

Very fair review. As the owner of three Frontier King Cab 4x4's I agree the driver's seat needs a tilt adjustment and the steering wheel needs to be telescoping. However the fact that the seat is elevated and more similar to a full size truck and not on the floor like a Tacoma is largely why I have bought these vehicles.  

I think the wheelbase is identical to the previous generation which is a good thing as it was derived from the Titan's fully boxed frame. It's heavier than the Tacoma but worth it as a sturdy foundation. The extra length appears to be from the front wheel center line forward. It may be a style statement but it could also improve front safety collision. As I recall the previous generation didn't perform as well as other mid-size trucks in some of those front collision tests?

I also really like the heavier hydraulic steering. All three of mine have tracked down the highway at crusing speed with amazing stability, even better than some full size trucks. Also the util-track has been super handy. I use mine all the time. I work my trucks hard and also use them for hunting. The improve quietness is especially appreciated. I'll be trading for the new one - just wish Nissan was offering the Pro-4X model in the King Cab.

OK thank you appreciate it

[mjcookjr]

Well made, and informative video. I have owned several Nissans over the years (2 Maximas, 1 Altima, 1 Sentra, 1 Pathfinder, 2 Armadas). I am not Pro-Nissan over anything, it just has happened to be what I bought. I am comparing this to other Mid-Sized PUs... I drove a 2022 Toyota Taco, CrewCab, 4x4, TRD. I was working a surveillance case in Salt Lake City. I drove throughout Utah for a few days.. Then drove 1925 miles back home (98.5% Highway). I ... HATED the truck. Hate.. And I have owned several Toyotas. I assumed I would love it. It was seriously the worst riding vehicle I have driven in 20 years.. I can only compare it to my 97 TJ w/6" lift, 35" tires... If I was driving and I drove over a bug, the Taco bucked and bounced like I was driving down a fire-road at 80 mph.

I am hoping when I go to test the Frontier, that it has better a better on-road drive. I have a unique situation for my "commute". I live in the boonies in Northern MI. I drive nearly 100 miles one way from my home to my office... Then home again. The kicker is the last 12 miles is very rural.. and the last 3 are dirt/mud, and the last of the 3 is on a seasonal road (the road I live on), that is not maintained by the county. It commonly has 12-24" gullies/washouts. So.... As much as I'd love to have a car because 90% of my drive is 80-85mph, I can't make it home in parts of spring/fall, and winter.

My disdain towards the Taco cannot be highlighted enough. I have a few friends that told me there had to be something wrong with it. IDK.. Perhaps, but IDK what. I definitely do not drive slow, but it felt like it was going to flip, and it bucked at any speed over 70. I was driving 80-90 most of the way home from Utah.. I did average 21.5 mpg.. Which for as hard as I drove it, it was more than fair. I think I drove as fast as I did to get out of the truck.

[edub]

Informative review. I hope you do the Maverick too, so we can get a realistic opinion on the legroom.

[jimmyjackass]

Just got a blue pearl 2022 SV fully optioned out. Take delivery Monday.

[ddddsd]

Did they improve the turning radius, you needed a 40 acre field to turn the previous generation around?

[thebigempty_]

My nitpick, is why don't they make the rear seats "modular" where they are easily removable, giving the user more options. I have a dog that rides with me frequently and I have the second and third row seats removed from my 100 series land cruiser. Goose Gear makes some platform systems for Tacoma/Tundra if removing the backseat. Unless you spend $$ on a bed cap cover, there's really not a ton of storage space.

[cardinal]

Nearly every video I've seen on this truck brings up the same negatives, be it media or personal opinion. Not including them in this video would have been an oversight. Negative opinions aren't meant to be seen as trash talk, rather informative bits of info a potential buyer should consider for themselves. The fact that Prime began with the negatives and ended with positives about the truck is a tactic intended to leave the viewer with a good, overall impression of the truck.