I traded my Tacoma 2 days ago for this truck. Night and day difference. 2022 Nissan Frontier PRO-X drives quieter, smother, and tighter than the Tacoma. It's a comfortable ride, and has room in the back for my 7 and 9 year old kids. In addition, the quality inside the truck is awesome. It's probably the best mid size truck I've encountered. Nissan made a killer truck.
I’m curious what year was your Tacoma line was a 2020 TRD Sport 4x2 and I’m actually debating trading mine in as well. I got to test drive this model in the brown sand color.
@@TIJoe-te9qu toyota is better than nissan when it comes to the truck market. Nissan can't even compete. If this nissan is only direct injected, as mentioned in the video.. be prepare to have clogged valves in the future.
Just picked up our 2022 Pro-X Saturday and we could not be happier! We don't really need a 4 x 4, so this 4x2 is perfect for us. The technology in this vehicle is so advanced! Going from a 2015 Camry to this since we moved out into the country was a no brainer. It is very quite, drives smoothly, and is not bumpy on the road. I owned a 2001 Chevy Silverado back in 2000 and it was very loud on the highway, really bumpy and the MPG just was not great. We have driven this truck after picking it up from Lewisville to Aubrey, then to Prosper, then to Arlington (to go see the Red Hot Chili Peppers), back to Aubrey, and again this morning to Prosper for groceries, then back to Aubrey and I still have just over a half of a tank of gas left. This was probably the best purchase we have executed in regards to vehicles. Thank you for this review! Even though I did not watch it until after our purchase, but it was spot on!
Great review. Just picked up one of these. Love the truck so far. By far the best looking mid sized truck available and just seems overall really solid.
Thank you for reviewing the 2WD, awesome review! I still believe it is plenty enough truck for 85% of truck owners. No locker in back for a Pre-runner is dumb indeed.
You’re basically getting a pro4X without four-wheel-drive if you don’t need four-wheel-drive then this truck is perfect and it saves you about $5000. I own this truck and anybody that’s comparing it to a Ranger or Colorado is off base, those two trucks do not even compare as far as build quality especially the Ranger. I had a ‘21 ranger traded in for this truck and couldn’t be happier the build quality was cheap and definitely not built to last. The only other midsize I would consider besides this would be a Tacoma but the ride quality on the frontier is much nicer.
Good morning Nolan, As a South African, i eagerly follow overseas (international) motoring journalists/ vloggers/ youtubers. Currently, you are the ONLY North American TH-camr whose content that i regularly view. Keep it up. With regards to the Nissan, it is definitely sparsely apportioned. There is really nothing that separates it from it's competitors. Nothing really stands out. There is that Nissan reliability, but other than that. Zilch. i believe that if, as a motoring manufacturer, you're going to offer a very mediocre product, at least price it competitively. i have to agree with you, that not having a rear v differential lock, is a very HUGE misstep. Nissan have definitely taken their eye off the ball. Unlike the Datsun's of old, and subsequent Nissan's, there's virtually no more innovation. Therefore, i can confidently predict, that they will NOT increase their market share or steal away customers from other manufacturers. Especially with mediocre offerings line this. Thank you for an informative channel. i like your night time view. P. S. If at all possible, can't you get a go-pro with a suction cup, for your forward view? And at times, your sound, especially outside, can be a bit iffy. P. P. S. The reason why i no longer watch/ follow the other North American TH-camrs, is that they regularly use God's name in vain, which i find extremely offensive. Please don't do it. Keep up the good work Nolan Kind regards Your #1 South African fan Warren Nasson email: wnasson@hotmail.com
Hi Warren, thank you so much for the kind words. I really appreciate you watching! I was surprised to see Nissan not really blow people away with anything, like you said. They made nice upgrades but nothing that will out-do the competitors. As for the camera...at one time I used to have a gopro suctioned facing forward and one facing me, then I tinkered with the head mount and had people vote, and I think around 2/3rds of people voted for the head mount so I've kept using that. I apologize about the sound, I've had some issues with audio loss and cutting in and out at various times and when I try to replicate or fix things, it doesn't do it. I've changed microphones a couple of times now and I'm hoping things will improve from here on out. You definitely won't hear me take God's name in vain. No worries there. Thank you again!
@@PrimeAutotainment Good evening Nolan, Thank you for taking the time to reply. The reason why i suggested the go-pro mounted on the wind screen, was so that i, along with other viewers can watch you and the road at the same time. Regarding the sound, i have an old Samsung's S8 + with a single speaker, therefore my sound is not great. Also,i do not like to add TH-cam's terrible subtitles, it's a distracting experience at best. Anyway, keep on keeping on... ( "Uzoba right" things will improve). Just a bit of IsiZulu. You do a lot of things that nobody else does. And that is what en dears you to tens of thousands. Regards, Warren
What innovation are you looking for? Innovation without need just means complication, which means more stuff to break or become obsolete. I have driven a 1987 Nissan truck for nearly 30 years, and the simplicity has aged well. No one ever criticized Land Rover or Jeep for staying the same for decades.
Being that I lease and put on low miles, I personally have no issues with direct injection only engines. Great review and if I could justify owning a mid size pickup, the Frontier would be the choice. Typically not a Nissan guy, but they did a great job overall with this truck. The GM twins are old, the Ranger is meh and the strange seating position of the Tacoma makes it a no go for my 6'2" frame. Great entertainment Nolan!
@@beyondview Nolan can answer that. 😉 But I will say that I believe Ford and Hyundai have hits on their hands with their sport activity pickups. I do like the wet dual clutch trans in the Santa Cruz along with the "sportier" overall shape of the body. Again, Mr Nolan is the expert with the advice we can trust. Have a great Sunday.
Re: engine. I would rather prefer a DI engine to keep it simple. I had a 3300 '05 nissan frontier & no problems or issues for over 150k, except wear & tear such as AC compressor after about 100k. I put a K &N filter on it & got a little better giddy up. When they start putting turbo's etc. on gas engines & having to use premium to prevent knock, & not understanding how to use a turbo, it starts getting seals etc. bursting, or blown turbos. Turbos are great for diesels as they are needed for truckers/commercial trucking etc. Then you have to use DEF which, after a while gets expensive. What I meant by "use a turbo", it's best to idle a few minutes 1st thing am, which gives a turbo time to adjust to engine temps, & help reduce blown seals & turbos. It's also best to "idle down" after the day for a few minutes. (CDL 30 yrs.)
Any chance you can do a night review on the 2022 Lexus LX and NX? They finally got multi color ambient lighting and I'd love to see how bright they are (or not) at night! No such videos have surfaced yet. Lexus should have added this years ago, but better late than never.
Personally, would not buy any truck with only a 5' bed. Would love a Pro-X for the looks/options except short bed kills it. Yep, just plain dummies for not even offering locker. It seems almost everyone goes direct injection now.
Been driving a 2wd Nissan for over 30 years. Many don't need to pay for 4wd they rarely use. My father lived in NE Washington where it's winter half the year, and he used mostly 2wd trucks in construction. It's crazy how much gas we could save if everyone didn't get a 4wd who needs it only for ego reasons. I live in a place where everyone has a 4x4, and they never go off road and never drive in snow. All about being mall crawlers.
@@ryanb3908 The winters were what finally got my father tired . He had a nice place on the Colville area. I think he saved the indoor work for winter. He said he drove most winters on studs in his 2wd. Amazing.
Well, much of Amerika got built with 2wd rigs before the big 3 started making 4wd in the 60s, and the imports didn't start until almost 1980. Where I live, EVERYONE gets a 4x4, usually for the "cool factor." Almost zero snow here, and most of the trucks never see a dirt road. I had a few nice 4x4s, and the temptation to go exploring was too great, so they started getting beat up. So now have a 2wd Nissan. More power and better mileage than my Toyota due to less weight and moving parts.
@@TIJoe-te9qu The Pacific North West doesn't get winter. I'm in Canada and need 4x4 just to get down roads and onto job sites. 2 wheels drive trucks would never make it for 6 months of winter and another 2 in the spring where jobsites turn into mud pits.
I just never understood how my taste can be so far off from these reviewers opinions. I watch a lot of these midsize truck reviews and this truck is brand new and yet I still think the new Ranger is by far and away a better truck even though they say it’s an older truck. My FX2 that’s comparable to this truck actually has a rear locker, folding mirrors, tilt/telescope wheel, 17s, electric steering, higher torque, Sync3, all of which this “new” truck does not have! I just don’t understand the hate on Ford.
I like my 2020 fx2 but sometimes I wish I had more engine. Sport mode is quick for passing on the highway and shit but that transmission is retarded sometimes. In fact that damn transmission trying to react to my throttle response when trying to get through an intersection rapidly after a a quick deceleration has nearly got me killed. Other wise I love the truck 🤣🤣. Still considering looking at a manual trans Tacoma TRD off-road tomorrow but I don't know.
@@therangersinger that’s an easy fix Ford Performance has an OBD hp and torque increase. Just get it from your local dealer. It’s gonna cost a few hundred though. And you will have to put full octane in it from now on but it’s probably worth it if you like the truck enough. FYI don’t get a Tacoma of any kind if you’re complaint is torque or horsepower.
@@vhockada yeah I'm not one to put anything aftermarket into vehicles. When I was younger I did. My 2019 challenger scat pack got traded in a year later and still had the yellow front lip protector in it. Yeah I hear you on the Tacoma thing. I have always wanted one. I drive like a grandpa anymore anyway. I do like the snappyness of the turbo by all means. And it is a comfortable ass truck. I have owned so many vehicle from different manufacturers I can't say their really is a brand or model I have a deep love for. But at age 43 and about to be a grandpa in a few months I'm sort of in the mode of simplifying shit and buying things that will last a long time. I'm not feeling like that little turbo motor will hold up for the long run. But I could be completely wrong.
@@therangersinger it’s not really aftermarket. Ford created the performance update so that it will still be covered completely through your factories warranty. It is absolutely safe and worth it if you want be responsive torque. I understand the turbo hesitancy but I’m afraid that’s just the direction of most automakers.
I traded my Tacoma 2 days ago for this truck. Night and day difference. 2022 Nissan Frontier PRO-X drives quieter, smother, and tighter than the Tacoma. It's a comfortable ride, and has room in the back for my 7 and 9 year old kids. In addition, the quality inside the truck is awesome. It's probably the best mid size truck I've encountered. Nissan made a killer truck.
I’m curious what year was your Tacoma line was a 2020 TRD Sport 4x2 and I’m actually debating trading mine in as well. I got to test drive this model in the brown sand color.
YET the fan boys will still recite that "Toyota is better" without justification.
@@TIJoe-te9qu toyota is better than nissan when it comes to the truck market. Nissan can't even compete. If this nissan is only direct injected, as mentioned in the video.. be prepare to have clogged valves in the future.
@@TIJoe-te9quthe 2024 Tacoma is better
@@Rockybalboa541nah you are wrong . Tacoma is 4 cyl turbo, won’t outlast a v6.
I just got the 2023 frontier pro x! I absolutely love it.
cool, pros and cons so far? regret not getting pro4x?
Just picked up our 2022 Pro-X Saturday and we could not be happier! We don't really need a 4 x 4, so this 4x2 is perfect for us. The technology in this vehicle is so advanced! Going from a 2015 Camry to this since we moved out into the country was a no brainer. It is very quite, drives smoothly, and is not bumpy on the road. I owned a 2001 Chevy Silverado back in 2000 and it was very loud on the highway, really bumpy and the MPG just was not great. We have driven this truck after picking it up from Lewisville to Aubrey, then to Prosper, then to Arlington (to go see the Red Hot Chili Peppers), back to Aubrey, and again this morning to Prosper for groceries, then back to Aubrey and I still have just over a half of a tank of gas left. This was probably the best purchase we have executed in regards to vehicles. Thank you for this review! Even though I did not watch it until after our purchase, but it was spot on!
im considering a 23 0r 24 pro x to save money in comparison to pro4x, any pros and cons with pro x? any regrets not
getting a pro4x?
Great review. Just picked up one of these. Love the truck so far. By far the best looking mid sized truck available and just seems overall really solid.
Thank you for reviewing the 2WD, awesome review! I still believe it is plenty enough truck for 85% of truck owners.
No locker in back for a Pre-runner is dumb indeed.
Bought one yesterday. Fully loaded! LOVE it!
How much out the door?
@@818Vallero I just got mine 2 days ago, I paid 41k out the door.
You’re basically getting a pro4X without four-wheel-drive if you don’t need four-wheel-drive then this truck is perfect and it saves you about $5000. I own this truck and anybody that’s comparing it to a Ranger or Colorado is off base, those two trucks do not even compare as far as build quality especially the Ranger. I had a ‘21 ranger traded in for this truck and couldn’t be happier the build quality was cheap and definitely not built to last. The only other midsize I would consider besides this would be a Tacoma but the ride quality on the frontier is much nicer.
What’s your view on it geting stuck ??
My parents have own about 3 of these they currently have a 2016 Frontier they are very reliable love them
Yez, Pro x should have optional locker.
And ALL trims should offer a manual trans too. Been driving my manual Nissan since 1995.
ty for this video im stuck between pro4x and pro x to save a good amount of money I may have to go with the pro x ty for this good video
The only thing I don't like about the Pro X is that it doesn't have a towing hitch.
Good morning Nolan,
As a South African, i eagerly follow overseas (international) motoring journalists/ vloggers/ youtubers. Currently, you are the ONLY North American TH-camr whose content that i regularly view.
Keep it up.
With regards to the Nissan, it is definitely sparsely apportioned. There is really nothing that separates it from it's competitors. Nothing really stands out.
There is that Nissan reliability, but other than that. Zilch.
i believe that if, as a motoring manufacturer, you're going to offer a very mediocre product, at least price it competitively.
i have to agree with you, that not having a rear v differential lock, is a very HUGE misstep.
Nissan have definitely taken their eye off the ball. Unlike the Datsun's of old, and subsequent Nissan's, there's virtually no more innovation. Therefore, i can confidently predict, that they will NOT increase their market share or steal away customers from other manufacturers. Especially with mediocre offerings line this.
Thank you for an informative channel. i like your night time view.
P. S. If at all possible, can't you get a go-pro with a suction cup, for your forward view? And at times, your sound, especially outside, can be a bit iffy.
P. P. S. The reason why i no longer watch/ follow the other North American TH-camrs, is that they regularly use God's name in vain, which i find extremely offensive. Please don't do it.
Keep up the good work Nolan
Kind regards
Your #1 South African fan
Warren Nasson
email: wnasson@hotmail.com
Hi Warren, thank you so much for the kind words. I really appreciate you watching!
I was surprised to see Nissan not really blow people away with anything, like you said. They made nice upgrades but nothing that will out-do the competitors.
As for the camera...at one time I used to have a gopro suctioned facing forward and one facing me, then I tinkered with the head mount and had people vote, and I think around 2/3rds of people voted for the head mount so I've kept using that.
I apologize about the sound, I've had some issues with audio loss and cutting in and out at various times and when I try to replicate or fix things, it doesn't do it. I've changed microphones a couple of times now and I'm hoping things will improve from here on out.
You definitely won't hear me take God's name in vain. No worries there. Thank you again!
@@PrimeAutotainment Good evening Nolan,
Thank you for taking the time to reply.
The reason why i suggested the go-pro mounted on the wind screen, was so that i, along with other viewers can watch you and the road at the same time.
Regarding the sound, i have an old Samsung's S8 + with a single speaker, therefore my sound is not great.
Also,i do not like to add TH-cam's terrible subtitles, it's a distracting experience at best.
Anyway, keep on keeping on... ( "Uzoba right" things will improve). Just a bit of IsiZulu.
You do a lot of things that nobody else does. And that is what en dears you to tens of thousands.
Regards,
Warren
Jeesus croist....
What innovation are you looking for? Innovation without need just means complication, which means more stuff to break or become obsolete.
I have driven a 1987 Nissan truck for nearly 30 years, and the simplicity has aged well. No one ever criticized Land Rover or Jeep for staying the same for decades.
Being that I lease and put on low miles, I personally have no issues with direct injection only engines. Great review and if I could justify owning a mid size pickup, the Frontier would be the choice. Typically not a Nissan guy, but they did a great job overall with this truck. The GM twins are old, the Ranger is meh and the strange seating position of the Tacoma makes it a no go for my 6'2" frame. Great entertainment Nolan!
Thanks for stopping by Stacy!
What do you think about the Hyundai Santa Cruz?
@@beyondview Nolan can answer that. 😉 But I will say that I believe Ford and Hyundai have hits on their hands with their sport activity pickups. I do like the wet dual clutch trans in the Santa Cruz along with the "sportier" overall shape of the body. Again, Mr Nolan is the expert with the advice we can trust. Have a great Sunday.
Just bought one of these 2 days ago, no leather and fewer options but I am absolutely pleased. Its my third Frontier.
Do you prefer the leather seats over the "zero gravity" seats? Im not sure which to go with.
I havent tried out the leather but the zero gravity seats are amazingly comfortable
Loving this truck! My 2019 got totaled this week so I'm looking to get another vehicle.
Is the SV trim 2WD as capable off-road?
Hey can you please do a review on the Toyota sienna I have been waiting too long but try to do it soon as if you can Toyota sienna AWD Drive
I just found out I’m supposed to be able to get one in about 3 weeks or so. It’s the XSE, not sure if it’s the AWD or not
thanks so much looking forward to seeing it
you are doing a great job with the review
Excellent!!
Re: engine. I would rather prefer a DI engine to keep it simple. I had a 3300 '05 nissan frontier & no problems or issues for over 150k, except wear & tear such as AC compressor after about 100k. I put a K &N filter on it & got a little better giddy up. When they start putting turbo's etc. on gas engines & having to use premium to prevent knock, & not understanding how to use a turbo, it starts getting seals etc. bursting, or blown turbos. Turbos are great for diesels as they are needed for truckers/commercial trucking etc. Then you have to use DEF which, after a while gets expensive. What I meant by "use a turbo", it's best to idle a few minutes 1st thing am, which gives a turbo time to adjust to engine temps, & help reduce blown seals & turbos. It's also best to "idle down" after the day for a few minutes. (CDL 30 yrs.)
Great review thinking of getting one
Can you feature a 2021 MB GLB 250. Thank you .
I have a video of the 21 GLB 250 here 👍 th-cam.com/video/AXmOVDgJxlw/w-d-xo.html
@@PrimeAutotainment thank you
So can you take this out on the beach?
Can You Make 2022 Ford Maverick Hybrid
As soon as I can get ahold of one, I will!
I love it.
Why would Nissan call this truck a PRO-X and not even at least give it a locker? You can just drive an SV?
for ppl like me who just want the off road look lol
You dont get the offorad system. Shocks etc. you don’t the trim either.
I have the pro x model, haven’t tow yet, maybe tomorrow I will take my Jetski to the water lest see! 😶
Any chance you can do a night review on the 2022 Lexus LX and NX? They finally got multi color ambient lighting and I'd love to see how bright they are (or not) at night! No such videos have surfaced yet. Lexus should have added this years ago, but better late than never.
I’m actually going to make a night video on the NX very soon and it will cover the ambient lighting 😁👍
@@PrimeAutotainment THANK YOU!!!!! Love the channel and the night lighting ideas
@@muhanadaldasoqi6518 glad to hear it! Depending when I can finish it, I’ll hopefully have it uploaded before next weekend
I got the 2020 but I wish I waited
Exellent.🚙🌟🌟🌟
You can get an SV crew cab long bed.
Great truck.
Nice but not a fan of the cluster and center stack. Just looks like old Nissan.
NO PORT INJECTION? SOMEONE DIDN'T CONSIDER CARBON BUILDUP. BIG OVERSIGHT IN MY OPINION.
Personally, would not buy any truck with only a 5' bed. Would love a Pro-X for the looks/options except short bed kills it. Yep, just plain dummies for not even offering locker. It seems almost everyone goes direct injection now.
What’s the point of a 2wd truck
Been driving a 2wd Nissan for over 30 years. Many don't need to pay for 4wd they rarely use. My father lived in NE Washington where it's winter half the year, and he used mostly 2wd trucks in construction.
It's crazy how much gas we could save if everyone didn't get a 4wd who needs it only for ego reasons. I live in a place where everyone has a 4x4, and they never go off road and never drive in snow. All about being mall crawlers.
@@TIJoe-te9quWashington never gets winter. I literally couldn't even drive into jobsite for 6 months here. 🤦🏻
@@ryanb3908 The winters were what finally got my father tired . He had a nice place on the Colville area. I think he saved the indoor work for winter. He said he drove most winters on studs in his 2wd. Amazing.
Well, much of Amerika got built with 2wd rigs before the big 3 started making 4wd in the 60s, and the imports didn't start until almost 1980.
Where I live, EVERYONE gets a 4x4, usually for the "cool factor." Almost zero snow here, and most of the trucks never see a dirt road.
I had a few nice 4x4s, and the temptation to go exploring was too great, so they started getting beat up. So now have a 2wd Nissan. More power and better mileage than my Toyota due to less weight and moving parts.
@@TIJoe-te9qu The Pacific North West doesn't get winter. I'm in Canada and need 4x4 just to get down roads and onto job sites. 2 wheels drive trucks would never make it for 6 months of winter and another 2 in the spring where jobsites turn into mud pits.
I just never understood how my taste can be so far off from these reviewers opinions. I watch a lot of these midsize truck reviews and this truck is brand new and yet I still think the new Ranger is by far and away a better truck even though they say it’s an older truck. My FX2 that’s comparable to this truck actually has a rear locker, folding mirrors, tilt/telescope wheel, 17s, electric steering, higher torque, Sync3, all of which this “new” truck does not have! I just don’t understand the hate on Ford.
I like my 2020 fx2 but sometimes I wish I had more engine. Sport mode is quick for passing on the highway and shit but that transmission is retarded sometimes. In fact that damn transmission trying to react to my throttle response when trying to get through an intersection rapidly after a a quick deceleration has nearly got me killed. Other wise I love the truck 🤣🤣. Still considering looking at a manual trans Tacoma TRD off-road tomorrow but I don't know.
@@therangersinger that’s an easy fix Ford Performance has an OBD hp and torque increase. Just get it from your local dealer. It’s gonna cost a few hundred though. And you will have to put full octane in it from now on but it’s probably worth it if you like the truck enough. FYI don’t get a Tacoma of any kind if you’re complaint is torque or horsepower.
@@vhockada yeah I'm not one to put anything aftermarket into vehicles. When I was younger I did. My 2019 challenger scat pack got traded in a year later and still had the yellow front lip protector in it. Yeah I hear you on the Tacoma thing. I have always wanted one. I drive like a grandpa anymore anyway. I do like the snappyness of the turbo by all means. And it is a comfortable ass truck. I have owned so many vehicle from different manufacturers I can't say their really is a brand or model I have a deep love for. But at age 43 and about to be a grandpa in a few months I'm sort of in the mode of simplifying shit and buying things that will last a long time. I'm not feeling like that little turbo motor will hold up for the long run. But I could be completely wrong.
@@therangersinger it’s not really aftermarket. Ford created the performance update so that it will still be covered completely through your factories warranty. It is absolutely safe and worth it if you want be responsive torque. I understand the turbo hesitancy but I’m afraid that’s just the direction of most automakers.
@@vhockada you are likely right. I have no doubt we will see turbo in Tacomas in the near future.
I would like to know what kind of fuel mileage the Frontier PRO X 4X2 gets after break in. THANK YOU