Why I Bought A Nissan and Not Toyota (Biggest Toyota Fan) 

Incoming hate comments from Tacoma bois… But seriously I love the Tacoma so chill, just watch the entire video before you comment

Nissan hit it out of the park with these given the times. Kept the NA V6, hydraulic steering, no turbos and truck simplicity. These things also feel tanky and tough.

I’m a Toyota guy myself. 4 MR2, Supra, and LX470 that I wheeled the hell out of. I’m about 6 months in on my Pro4x and it’s been a dream.

As a Toyota tech. I will 100% take the new updated titan and frontier over the Tacoma and tundra. Nissan gets a bad rep because of their passenger cars. Their sports cars and trucks are amazing. You can find 2023 titan Pro4x with 5K miles rn for 45k in Alabama and a few other places I saw similar listing. The frontier is the perfect balance between new tech and old school rugged traditional style trucks. The VQ engine has been around since 2002 in the pathfinder, very refined engine. I will be looking to grab a black Pro4x with leather interior for 35k with under 50k miles soon. Toyota messed up really bad and this is Nissan’s opportunity to pounce, if I was Nissan I would put an updated back up camera in the frontier, add a halo type trim(maybe make the frontier warrior concept they released a few years back. I mean hell bring back the manual trans.

Nissan's V6 motors are so underrated

Dude you might have saved me from a 10k mistake. The SR5 Tacoma is 45k in my area, that beautiful Frontier is 47 fully loaded. I think I’m going to be saving $10,000 and getting a frontier. update I bought the Frontier.

Still driving a 2004 Tacoma TRD Off-Road here. 255,000 miles and still runs good. Good video, if buying a brand new, I would take a hard look and test drive that Frontier. I like that it still has naturally aspirated V6.

Price, ease of financing, and lots of unwanted ones sitting on lots. The end, saved everyone some time

48k miles, 2.5 years, towing, 4-wheeling and no issues! This truck goes hard!

2022 Frontier owner here. My 4x4 crew cab has 43,000 trouble free miles on it. I love the traditional v6 power, smooth 9 speed, superior on road drivability as well. Most of all though, it's a traditional truck. Love the truck feel it has. It's everything I want and need in a truck. congratulations on your Frontier.

I wish Nissan would bring the XTerra back on the Frontier platform I’ve had 2. 2002 base model 2015 Pro 4X These trucks are solid. Would buy a third in a heartbeat. Reliable Who wants space shuttle technology in a truck🤢

Toyota and Lexus are chasing the computerized hybrid and turbo 4 cylinders bc of newer sr mgmt and it’s a cyclical profit cycle. If Nissan stays with the V6 and just refines - they could be the new Toyota Tacoma for newer buyers who just want reliability and best bang for the buck.

I’ve been driving nothing but Toyota for 38 years. The newest version is way too complicated with so many electronic features to fail. (And many already have) The beauty of the Nissan is its simplicity. I am most likely jumping to Nissan.

I bought a Nissan too, instead of the new Tacoma taco turbo, don't regret it at all, no unreliable turbos for me.

I have a 2024 Nissan Frontier Pro4x and it looks exactly like yours and I’m in love with it. It’s my first Nissan idk why I never gave them a chance along time ago. The seats are so comfortable, the interior and exterior looks great. The steering wheel doesn’t bother me at all it gives me the feel of a real truck. I’m adding stickers and decals on it to give it a retro vibe. It looks great and I’ve had people come up to me and compliment my Frontier because you hardly see the new models on the road. My already has 7,500 miles on it and I’ve haven’t had any issues with it runs like a gem. (: I’m very satisfied with it and I also choose the Frontier over the 2024 Tacoma.

Watch out, those taco guys are gonna spit out their fruit flavored beer over this. Be careful out there.

I'm very happy for you, looks like a great rig!

Thanks for the video. As a former Xterra Pro4x owner myself, and now in a 2022 Frontier Pro4x (and also in Texas), it's great to see others having good experiences with the truck. So far, 20K miles on mine and no issues. Looking forward to getting back out to Big Bend myself.

Agree on all points. Just bought a 2024 Nissan Frontier Pro4X after having 2021 TRD Off Road. Went through all the same thoughts. Only con, same as you, is that I would prefer it sat a little higher and wider with a more aggressive stance and a little beefier suspension but other than that it’s better than my last Tacoma. Nicer interior. Rides nicer. Good power. Amazing sound system. Definitely the best bang for your buck in this segment.

You’re on the money brotha! Also a longtime Toyota guy. Keep up the good work!

Great review! Been a Frontier fan for years even though I’ve never owned one…had several friends in Utah that would run circles around us in theirs. Those things were indestructible and could go anywhere

Beautiful truck man, I also loved the look on your previous video!

We had a 2007 Xterra & 2009 Pathfinder. Both purchased brand new & natural aspirated V6. Super reliable, just routine maintenance.

Only truck that hit every box for me. V6. More comfortable cab than any other model. Normal shifter and not that stupid knob. Manual parking break. Feels and sounds like a truck. Couldn’t be happier!

I like these frontiers too. I got to do production for the Nissan booth at the Texas state fair last year and I got to drive the same frontiers. Not far but still liked it very much. We've also come from a Toyota background. We have had the Tacoma with crawl control and 4x4 4runner.

Enjoyed your work on this video. Very fair and candid on both trucks.

pretty cool to see a very unbiased review coming from a previous tacoma owner and some one who owns Toyotas. I have had my D41 since they got released like three years ago. Im looking forward to see what direction you go with this!

Took mine to a tuner. Permanently turned off the auto start/stop 💪✔️💪‼️

I like the look of your Frontier. I have a Gen 1 Tacoma with manual trans. It is super reliable, with 309,00 original miles on the engine. I have driven a Gen 3 Tacoma and the auto transmission was very poor. Not a fan of the newer Tacos.

I'm going to be commenting while following along with your video man.. On the, "Everyone and their mom has a Tacoma": I agree with you 100%!! All I see on the road are Tacomas, and yeah they are dope, and yeah I'm a huge Toyota fan, but they're all I see on the road lol. I own a 2006 Tacoma 4x4 TRD Off road, while I love it so much, it's not because its a Taco, but because it was my grandpa's truck when he was still alive. I love the truck and am thankful to have such a reliable truck, but if I never had the Taco, I would've gone with the new frontier 110%. N/A engines vs turbos: I agree with you, but coming from a very basic DIY mechanic guy, I don't want to deal with turbos putting a lot of unnecessary stress on my engine. Reliability of Nissan/Why you chose the Frontier: My wife and I own an 2010 Xterra 4x4 also. I love this truck, it's super reliable, and we haven't had anything break on it yet besides the rear leaf pack breaking but that was because it was out from the east coast lol, so it was pretty rusty. The frontier: Dude my dream would have to be to get the Sand (light brown) color, love that color. The price, yeah it sucks, but the way I see it, if you want something loaded with goodies, the Frontier has a lot going on for the price. I just like the Frontiers, because they're a TRUCK. No fancy bs attached.

Nice truck! I’m a GM fanboy but the Frontier Pro 4x is a gorgeous looking truck! Real nice

That creaking you hear is either the bushing from the leaf shackle to the spring or the tailgate against the bed. My issue is the tailgate, mind you I have a 2010 P4X

My very first truck was a 2014 Nissan frontier I had about 131,000 miles on that truck. It had zero problems and I’ve owned it for five years, and I just wanted something a little different so I got a Tacoma, because of the modifications that you could do to It there’s definitely a good amount of modifications that you could do to the frontier which I did. both trucks are my favorite but honestly the Nissan frontier was a really solid truck and people don’t want to believe it sucks for them. 😂

I had a 16 trd off road that also go a squeak in the rear spring after some off road use. Long story short try this, anything that can touch the spring when it flexes or a bushing, spray a little bit of lubricant in there, I used a little bit of silicone spray if memory serves me correctly, wont be a permanent fix but can help you narrow down which part is causing it

I've always had great experiences with Nissan in the past. I can't wait to see your Frontier in person!

I still have my 2005 Frontier Nismo edition. I bought it in Texas and have used it in all scenarios from dry beaches to muddy country roads. Its been solid. I now live in Canada, its gotten me to work on days when the city has shut down due to snow and ice and it hasn't failed once. The 4wd and rear locker has gotten me through many snow and ice storms. With the mountainous terrain the downhill assist has also been solid on rainy and snowy days. I'm driving it till the wheels fall off.

2024 is a good year for Frontier. 3rd year of the redesign and all the bugs 🐜 have been worked out. Wise choice. That 4 cylinder turbo in the Tacoma is a rat 🐀

Glad I’m not the only thinking of going with Nissan. I’m personally thinking of the Nissan Titan. Toyota is losing loyal customers due to dealer markups. Nice Frontier.

Shoulda bought a Titan! I did, a 2023 Pro4X. It ain't got stop/start. Love the V8 sound and power! It's a hot rod! The seat is the most comfortable I've ever had and I'm 80. One reason I bought a Titan is that my wife's Infiniti EX37 bought new has had 0 problems in the 10 years and 58k miles she has put on it. It came with the 325hp 3.7 L engine, 7 speed auto and RWD. It's definitely a hot rod.

I love my Yotas, I'm blessed to own a Scion xD and a AWD Venza, but the Frontier just makes sense. Cheap, reliable, dependable, easy to maintain and a NA V6 plus it's on a ladder frame and it's basic. I love my 2019 Frontier Midnight because it's the last year for the 4.0L 5AT and it's soooo simple. I mainy use it for camping and winter weather driving but sometimes I help family and friends move or tow small vehicles. People always hate on Nissan trucks but IMHO it's better that way because it keeps prices down.

I'm a fan of this truck. Like you said, the look is great. Nissan did a great job on the design. Looking forward to see what you dow ith it, man!

I think it’s really cool that you went with the frontier, me being a Toyota owner I appreciate the feedback that you’re going to provide from a previous Toyota owner perspective.

may have been asked... did you lift it or is that stock height?

Prior Nissan Xterra Gen 2 owner. 6 speed manual with Off Road package. Side airbags went off when I was driving on a dirt road. Nissan refused to handle the repair. Also had numerous problems with the catalytic converters and CEL issues.

Great choice huge Toyota junkie here I would never ever buy a new rig always had older Toyotas recently bought a tacoma 2007 it’s the newest I will ever own just way to many electronics for me because I enjoy wrenching on my stuff excited for this video 🔥

I’m the proud owner of a 2013 Nissan frontier and now a 2023 (same trim level as you) frontier. No complaints and in this market they are more affordable than the competition.

What aftermarket support does the frontier have? Decent travel lift kit?

I have a 2023 Pro 4X. Bought it November 2023. Just hit 8000 kms. Since the transmission update it is smooth as anything. Make sure you install an oil catch can.

Stop already with the “we know Toyota has too tear reliability, it’s just not true that Toyota has better reliability than Nissan. I’ve worked at both dealerships and on both manufacturers cars for years. I don’t understand why people keep just saying this without any proof. It’s funny that you don’t hear about all the engines blowing up on Toyota from the slug problems late 97 until 2007, and the engines from 2016 until now. Nissan doesn’t have engine blowing like that. Then there’s the Toyota rusting frames on the 4Runner, Tocoma, and Tundra…etc. why is it that the Toyota reliability issue always get passed over? I have a 2001 Nissan Xterra I’ve owned for 23 years I’ve put 447,453 miles on it. I replaced the starter at 303k all powertrain is OE and power windows all original. It’s lasted better than any Toyota I’ve seen or worked on. So stop it! Toyotas are good but no better than Nissan in reliability.

I used to connect an empty trailer plug and it would trick the computer into keeping the auto start/stop off. 6gang or 4 prong plug at Walmart is cheap.

Cool video dude, love the comparison. Especially you being a Toyota guy as well. I will admit I like the new frontiers, they have a few more functional options over my gen Tacoma(2022) but it would go against my Toyota blood

I’ve had my ‘23 Pro4x for a year and a half now and 22k miles on it. Not a single issue and love the drive. My complaints were similar, terrible cameras, wish all windows were auto instead of only the driver, annoyed they there isn’t seat memory presets. Biggest wish is a 6 foot bed option. Minor stuff. I put the Nismo 1.5 inch lift on it and it looks and feels great. Slowly building it into an overlander for some offroad, but we don’t have anything too wild in Minnesota. It’s a tank through the snow up here.

Wow! You mentioned you heard a creaking noise in the back of your frontier. I had the same issue when I had mine. Mine was a 2017 pro X frontier it worked great except for that issue you mentioned and I hydraulic system locked up in the steering wheel and I found out they put the item on upside down or whatever, anyway they change it no problem but the power and the other factors of it like the stereo system and all the other tidbits were great. Currently now I have a 2023 Tacoma lime green naturally aspirated daily driver. It’s doing well. I will drive the Hilex instead of the Tacoma fourth GEN if I had the option.

Your thoughts are exactly why i bought a 24 p4x in Feb with same color and packages as you. My question is which yakima rack is that, there website doesnt confirm compatibility and it only says supports 500 lbs of weight.

That noise isn't from your leaf springs it may sound like it is but it's coming from your front axle inside the hub. There is a repair that Nissan does that uses Molly lube on the axle shaft and that goes into the front bearings. No need to remove it just put Molly lube on the front and rear of the axle shaft outer portion once you remove the axle retaining nut. This will resolve the noise issue.

I'm curious of how tall you are. I didn't get a tacoma because I didn't fit in it. 6'4" my knees were half way up the steering wheel and I couldn't get a good adjustment. I didn't get a frontier because the beds are too small for me.

I sold my 1997 tacoma on bringatrailer couple months back for $30k! My daily is a new 4Runner. I refuse to drive american made. The low quality isn't worth the risk. Timmy C Arizona

Immediately after I watch the Big bend video I booked that campsite. That drive to Pilas de los Muchachos was freaking awesome for a first timer.

We fixed that ideal switch, using a toothpick broken at bottom of switch to hold it in it’s been 3 months and not a problem still

Frontier gang! 💪🏽 love it bro! You gained a follower

What are your thoughts on early signs of superficial rust on new Frontiers?

Great review! almost makes me want to look into getting one, but I cant do that to my Jeep. :)

I have a 2020 frontier, just a regular truck not 4x4, and I get a weird creaking sound as well when I turn at slow speeds. That’s the only problem I’ve had with this truck since I bought it. I was thinking of trading it in for the exact truck like yours, but I’m just putting in more money to fix my 85 s15 4x4. I’m a valley boy too and think I saw your Toyota around edinburg a couple months back. Figured it was you but I saw it from a distance

Is the Frontier in the Truck Gang? And can you change the oil without lifting it off the ground? If so, I think I may buy one.

Xterra Pro-4x guy here and been very happy. Mog is never overly favorable, but it's a good truck and does what i need to do.

I came from Toyota as well (fully built FJ Cruiser) to the new frontier. It is a good truck if you are looking for an answer to the 3rd gen tacoma, but if you want all the latest tech the 4th gen tacoma is superior (at an increased price point). Had my Pro4x for over a year, and it has been solid.

Best looking midsize truck hands down Nissan's traction control is really good. They just don't make it an advertising thing. Crawl control not needed when you have a rear Locker.

I have had my Frontier Pro4X for almost a year and couldn't be happier. Was really considering the Tacoma but wasn't sure about all of the changes they did and how they would shake out.

I got a 2023 Tacoma 4x4 because it's bomb proof powertrain. Also, the value retention is literally unmatched. I consider the 2023 Frontier, but my neighbor has a 2022 and has had issues with the transmission. Also, he said the turning radius sucks.

Literally sold my 2020 TRD off road Tacoma last night. Already miss it but due to growing family I need more space, looking at a 2019 Tundra TRD off road package in cement. 3rd gen tacomas are the best looking imo. The new gen of frontier is also a good looking truck, reminds me of the Tacoma in a lot of ways

i'll never forget the month I test drove a nissan gt r. That transmission shift when the torque activates made me forget all sport cars, same v6 as their trucks

Just curious but why didn't you consider the American trucks (Colorado, Canyon, Ranger, Gladiator) or the Ridgeline (Trail sport since you like off-roading.)

Where did you get those mounts on your dash?

Do you have a dipstick to check the fluid in the transmission in that truck?

I was in same boat end of last year looking for new midsize truck did a lot home work and I do have a lot experience with trucks and different setup for off road and overland so I ended getting new 23 Tacoma TRD off-road almost loaded in January 24 for great deals I flew to Oregon to pick it up and had a blast driving long way home very happy with last production 3 Gen Good luck with Nissan I hope you will have better luck then my Nissan in 2003

Beautiful pickup, just saw a white one on the road and I fell in love.

The Auto-Shutoff in my F150 is also controllable with the brake pedal. Perhaps Nissan is the same? When I come to a stop and hold the brake lightly the auto shutoff won’t engage. When I press more firmly it will engage. The engine turns back on as I lift off the brake, not as I press the accelerator. Maybe Nissans operate in a similar fashion?

My 19 Tacoma and my buddies 15 Frontier always squeak in the rear leafs every time we go off roading in Death Valley. Usually just spraying the leafs with silicon spray makes it go away.

I just bought the Frontier s 4x4 with about 16k miles for 30k, loving it so far and plan on doing some upgrades soon. Absolutely loving it so far. Big upgrade from my 09 ranger 2wd

Love your truck. Much respect for your opinion. I have a 21 TRD Pro in Lunar Rock and a 2003 TRD Off Road Tacoma. Never any problems, but will admit the Nissan Pro4X is a damn good looking truck. And I will only stick with tried and true NA engines... at least for as long as I can.

I traded in my 2003 Tundra on a brand new 2022 Frontier. As a Toyota loyalist, Toyota lost me as a customer. Turbo engines are an *immediate* dealbreaker. No space shuttle miles for those engines. Also, the styling of the new Tundra and the new Tacoma is terrible. They’re overwrought, hyper-masculine, cartoonish bro-dozers. They’ve become silly caricatures of themselves. The Frontier has an NA V6, sensible styling, and is fairly priced. It’s quiet, rides well, and the drivetrain is a gem. $39K OTD for a loaded long wheelbase SV.

I saw a video that Nissan didn't put a breather hole in the transfer case and that it could over heat. Is that true?

I can’t believe you didn’t go with a Teeyoda.

I saw someone shoved the end of a zip tie in between the gap of the auto stop start button and it would keep the feature off. Maybe worth a shot.

For the creak you're hearing in the back... check all your mounts for the bed, hangars for exhaust, and bushings in general. I don't think it'd be the springs... it's most likely a rubber part that got some dirt in it and articulated and tore itself, a boot, or something got stretched/rubbed/loosened.

I got so lucky man...2023 pro 4x in the brown color and mine does NOT have the auto stop...I sometimes forget how lucky I got and didn't even realize it until after I bought it

My 2011 Frontier SL has 120K miles and not a single issue. Paint looks bad now days but runs like a champ. Had a 96 hard body back in the day and a 92 Toyota. Wife drives a 23 Pathfinder. Great vehicles.

I am a domestic vehicle guy (my dad works for Ford) but I have to admit that the new Frontier's styling looks great!

My tacoma used to squeek really bad too, rear leafs. Especially when it was cold, I think it had to do with the bushings

I really don't feel like you said anything controversial. More power to you for picking what's best for you. I'm gonna be an idiot and get a trailhunter tacoma but it's my reward to myself for getting through NP school and everything it has on it is stuff I would put on anyway, it just saves me trouble and is covered under a warranty. Edit: also, I subbed. Partially because of that Hebrew tattoo. lol.

Was looking at this just struggled with nissan's reliability, caved got a trd off road premium package 2022 tacoma I love it but its not perfect. Got it for 39k brand new but still am curious on the 4x. Great vid

I love my 2019 Nissan Titan Pro4x. I have a 6" Rough Country lift kit with 34" Tires...its a beast. Has a 400 hp V8.

I have a 21 Titan Pro-4X and I absolutely love it. I don't have the auto start/stop and that was one of the reasons I chose it. The only complaint I have is that you have to turn off the collision avoidance in the rear whenever you are towing something. There is no way to turn it off permanently and it drives me insane because I tow multiple boats and trailers and am apparently too dumb to remember to turn it off every time. I shouldn't have to though. Plug in a trailer and it turns it off. Seems pretty easy to me. I got mine fully loaded brand new for $46k. The sticker is much higher but they always have tons of incentives which brings it way down. None of the other brands were anywhere close and most were easily $20k or more, especially when adding in the technology you get with the Titan vs Ford/Dodge/Toyota/GM. I mean, to get push start in a Tundra at the time was over $60k easily and still didn't have the tech I get with the Titan (even though I don't know how to use most of it. LOL). Oh, one more complaint, the reverse lights are horrible on the Titan so you really need to back up camera in the dark. I have been contemplating adding in some LED back up lights into the bumper but have not done so yet. I have heard that Nissan is doing away with the Titan and that would be a real shame.

What is a teyota?

What ditch lights are you running?

Last year I went round and round between the Frontier and Tacoma. I was leaving Jeep and wanted a truck, but did not want a full size truck. My neighbor has the previous model Frontier. I decided on the Tacoma TRD Offroad over the Frontier. I knew there were complaints with engine and transmission combo but when I test drove it, I didn't feel any of the issues others were complaining about. HOWEVER, now that I have 5,000 miles on it, I feel the issues they complained about. The transmission shifts like total crap. Trying to maintain 25mph on some streets will have the truck hunting up and down through the gear range. It downshifts hard. In city driving, I have to use the ECT button to keep the RPMs up and lock out the 6th gear. I am not thrilled with this truck.

Dude that truck is a sick. I currently own a 2021 4Runner trd pro but no denying the titan is a really badass truck.

How long has Nissan had this v6? Interested in highest mileage and their expectations

These are going to be a steal in a few years due to Nissan's resale value. Mid 30's for Pro4x I imagine.

I have a Nissan Pro 4X Frontier 2023. She is absolutely amazing. Bombs through the snow like nothing and off roads like a beast.