Here is an up-close and personal look at the all-new 2022 Nissan Frontier. This new 3rd-generation Frontier takes aim at the segment-leading Toyota Tacoma and other midsize pickup trucks. Here is exactly how the new Frontier compares to the current Tacoma.
The new Frontier is a body-on-frame truck that is about 4.5 inches longer than the outgoing 2nd-gen Frontier. It’s a fraction of an inch wider and close to an inch taller than the previous truck. It’s still very manageable in size and I can still easily reach over the bedside and touch the bed floor.
The exterior styling and the interior are all new. Before we get to the interior features, let’s take a look at the comparison by the numbers.
| 2022 Nissan Frontier | 2021 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Engine | 3.8L V6 | 3.5L V6 (4-cyl. available) |
| Power | 310 hp | 278 hp |
| Torque | 281 lb-ft | 265 lb-ft |
| Transmission | 9-speed auto | 6-speed auto (manual available) |
| Payload | 1,610 lbs | 1,685 lbs |
| Towing | 6,720 lbs | 6,800 lbs |
| Wheelbase | 126.0-139.8 in | 127.4-140.6 in |
| Length | 210.2-224.1 in | 212.3-225.5 in |
| Width | 73.0 in | 74.4 in |
| Height | 72.4 in | 71.6 in |
| Bed Lengths | 58.9 – 73.3 in | 60.5 – 73.7 in |
| Bed Depth | 19.4 in | 19.1 in |
The new 2022 Frontier has the following noteworthy technology options and new features.
| Standard 8-inch & optional 9-inch center infotainment screen |
| Optional 10-speaker Fender stereo system |
| Intelligent Around View camera mode w/ moving object detection & off-road mode |
| Wireless phone charging |
| 8 air bags |
| Available Nissan Safety Shield 360 |
| — Exclusive rear auto braking |
| — Auto emergency braking with Pedestrian detection |
| — Blind spot warning |
| — Rear cross traffic alert |
| — Lane departure warning |
| — High-beam assist |
| Additionally: |
| — Exclusive Intelligent Forward Collision warning |
| — Exclusive Traffic Light recognition |
| — Intelligent Driver Alertness |
| — Intelligent Cruise Control |
Take a look at the video below for all the details.
