2023 nissan frontier vs 2022 nissan frontier

Q: Is the 2022 Nissan Frontier bigger?

Whats new with the Nissan Frontier? The 2022 Frontiers body is entirely new, and slightly larger than the 2021. The pickup offers two cabs and two bed lengths.

2022 Nissan Frontier

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Invoice Price
Manufacturer Suggested Retail Price
Monthly Payment Estimate
The Car Connection's Take
TCC’s Bottom Line
TCC Dislikes
Fuel Economy
Interior Dimensions
Front Hip Room (in)
Second Leg Room (in)
Front Head Room (in)
Second Hip Room (in)
Front Shoulder Room (in)
Passenger Capacity
Second Head Room (in)
Second Shoulder Room (in)
Front Leg Room (in)
Exterior Dimensions
Ground Clearance, Rear (in)
Wheelbase (in)
Width, Max w/o mirrors (in)
Ground Clearance, Front (in)
Length, Overall (in)
Height, Overall (in)
Cargo Area Dimensions
Cargo Box Width @ Top, Rear (in)
Cargo Box Width @ Wheelhousings (in)
Cargo Volume (ft³)
Cargo Box Length @ Floor (in)
Cargo Box Width @ Floor (in)
Cargo Box (Area) Height (in)
Rear Drum Diam x Width (in)
Disc - Front (Yes or )
Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in)
Drum - Rear (Yes or )
Brake ABS System (Second Line)
Disc - Rear (Yes or )
Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in)
Brake ABS System
Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx (gal)
Steering Type
Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb (ft)
Spare Tire Size
Front Tire Order Code
Spare Tire Order Code
Rear Tire Size
Rear Tire Order Code
Front Tire Size
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs)
Maximum Trailering Capacity (lbs)
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs)
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs)
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs)
Weight Information
Base Curb Weight (lbs)
Gross Combined Wt Rating (lbs)
Gross Axle Wt Rating - Rear (lbs)
Gross Axle Wt Rating - Front (lbs)
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating Cap (lbs)
Rear Wheel Size (in)
Front Wheel Material
Spare Wheel Material
Front Wheel Size (in)
Spare Wheel Size (in)
Rear Wheel Material
Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps)
Displacement
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM
Engine Type
Fuel System
SAE Net Torque @ RPM
Engine Order Code
Engine Oil Cooler
EPA Fuel Economy Est - City (MPG)
Fuel Economy Est-Combined (MPG)
EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy (MPG)
Transmission
Transfer Case Power Take Off
Fifth Gear Ratio (:1)
Trans Description Cont. Again
Seventh Gear Ratio (:1)
Reverse Ratio (:1)
Second Gear Ratio (:1)
Trans Order Code
Transfer Case Model
Fourth Gear Ratio (:1)
Trans Description Cont.
Sixth Gear Ratio (:1)
First Gear Ratio (:1)
Eighth Gear Ratio (:1)
Trans PTO Access
Third Gear Ratio (:1)
Vehicle Name
Suspension Type - Rear
Axle Type - Rear
Axle Ratio (:1) - Rear
Suspension Type - Front
Axle Type - Front
Axle Ratio (:1) - Front
Tons/yr of CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year
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Crew Cab 4x2 PRO-X Automatic

Style	MPG City	MPG Hwy	Invoice	MSRP
Frontier Crew Cab 4x2 PRO-X Automatic	18	24	$33,631	$35,120
Frontier Crew Cab 4x2 S Automatic	18	24	$28,883	$29,990
Frontier Crew Cab 4x2 SV Automatic	18	24	$31,575	$32,790
Frontier Crew Cab 4x2 SV Automatic Long Bed	18	24	$33,401	$34,690
Frontier Crew Cab 4x4 PRO-4X Automatic	17	22	$36,499	$38,120
Frontier Crew Cab 4x4 S Automatic	17	22	$31,767	$32,990
Frontier Crew Cab 4x4 SV Automatic	17	22	$34,459	$35,790
Frontier Crew Cab 4x4 SV Automatic Long Bed	17	22	$36,285	$37,690
Frontier King Cab 4x2 S Automatic	18	24	$27,633	$28,690
Frontier King Cab 4x2 SV Automatic	18	24	$30,228	$31,390
Frontier King Cab 4x4 S Automatic	17	22	$30,709	$31,890
Frontier King Cab 4x4 SV Automatic	17	22	$33,305	$34,590

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Limited Double Cab 5' Bed V6 AT

Style	MPG City	MPG Hwy	Invoice	MSRP
Tacoma 2WD Limited Double Cab 5' Bed V6 AT	19	24	$37,060	$40,005
Tacoma 2WD SR Access Cab 6' Bed I4 AT	20	23	$25,547	$27,250
Tacoma 2WD SR Access Cab 6' Bed V6 AT	19	24	$27,666	$29,510
Tacoma 2WD SR Double Cab 5' Bed I4 AT	20	23	$26,013	$28,080
Tacoma 2WD SR5 Access Cab 6' Bed I4 AT	20	23	$27,224	$29,040
Tacoma 2WD SR5 Access Cab 6' Bed V6 AT	19	24	$30,454	$32,485
Tacoma 2WD SR5 Double Cab 5' Bed I4 AT	20	23	$27,727	$29,930
Tacoma 2WD SR5 Double Cab 5' Bed V6 AT	19	24	$31,154	$33,630
Tacoma 2WD SR5 Double Cab 6' Bed V6 AT	19	24	$31,619	$34,130
Tacoma 2WD TRD Off Road Double Cab 5' Bed V6 AT	19	24	$32,830	$35,440
Tacoma 2WD TRD Sport Access Cab 6' Bed V6 AT	19	24	$32,024	$34,160
Tacoma 2WD TRD Sport Double Cab 5' Bed V6 AT	19	24	$32,807	$35,415
Tacoma 2WD TRD Sport Double Cab 6' Bed V6 AT	19	24	$33,272	$35,915
Tacoma 4WD Limited Double Cab 5' Bed V6 AT	N/A	N/A	$39,909	$43,080
Tacoma 4WD Limited Double Cab 6' Bed V6 AT	18	22	$40,374	$43,580
Tacoma 4WD SR Access Cab 6' Bed I4 AT	N/A	N/A	$28,430	$30,325
Tacoma 4WD SR Access Cab 6' Bed V6 AT	N/A	N/A	$30,915	$32,975
Tacoma 4WD SR Double Cab 5' Bed V6 AT	18	22	$31,049	$33,515
Tacoma 4WD SR5 Access Cab 6' Bed I4 AT	N/A	N/A	$30,107	$32,115
Tacoma 4WD SR5 Access Cab 6' Bed V6 AT	N/A	N/A	$33,583	$35,825
Tacoma 4WD SR5 Double Cab 5' Bed V6 AT	N/A	N/A	$34,004	$36,705
Tacoma 4WD SR5 Double Cab 6' Bed V6 AT	N/A	N/A	$34,466	$37,205
Tacoma 4WD TRD Off Road Access Cab 6' Bed V6 AT	18	22	$35,126	$37,470
Tacoma 4WD TRD Off Road Double Cab 5' Bed V6 AT	N/A	N/A	$35,577	$38,405
Tacoma 4WD TRD Off Road Double Cab 5' Bed V6 MT	17	20	$33,883	$36,575
Tacoma 4WD TRD Off Road Double Cab 6' Bed V6 AT	18	22	$36,142	$39,015
Tacoma 4WD TRD Pro Double Cab 5' Bed V6 AT	18	22	$45,756	$49,390
Tacoma 4WD TRD Pro Double Cab 5' Bed V6 MT	17	20	$43,249	$46,685
Tacoma 4WD TRD Sport Access Cab 6' Bed V6 AT	N/A	N/A	$35,103	$37,445
Tacoma 4WD TRD Sport Access Cab 6' Bed V6 MT	17	21	$33,689	$35,935
Tacoma 4WD TRD Sport Double Cab 5' Bed V6 AT	N/A	N/A	$35,556	$38,380
Tacoma 4WD TRD Sport Double Cab 5' Bed V6 MT	17	20	$33,859	$36,550
Tacoma 4WD TRD Sport Double Cab 6' Bed V6 AT	N/A	N/A	$36,120	$38,990
Tacoma 4WD Trail Edition Double Cab 5' Bed V6 AT	18	22	$37,492	$40,470

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Pricing

Invoice Price

$33,631

$37,060

Manufacturer Suggested Retail Price

$35,120

$40,005

Monthly Payment Estimate

$585 / month

$667 / month

The Car Connection's Take

TCC Rating

5.6

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4.8

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TCC’s Bottom Line

The redesigned 2022 Nissan Frontier is thoroughly modernized with big improvements in ride quality and technology.

The 2023 Toyota Tacoma has slipped behind newer rivals for comfort, but it hangs tough off-road.

TCC Likes

Pro-4X upgrades
Good standard features
Very quiet cabin

TRD versions go great off-road
Chunky looks
Refined overall feel

TCC Dislikes

High floor for backseat passengers
No wireless Apple CarPlay

So cramped inside
Confined to the slow lane on highways
Transmission too eager to upshift

Fuel Economy

City

18 mpg

19 mpg

Highway

24 mpg

Interior Dimensions

Front Hip Room (in)

54.3

57.2

Second Leg Room (in)

33.2

32.6

Front Head Room (in)

39.9

39.7

Second Hip Room (in)

53.7

56.3

Front Shoulder Room (in)

58.2

58.3

Passenger Capacity

Second Head Room (in)

38.6

38.3

Second Shoulder Room (in)

58.3

58.9

Front Leg Room (in)

42.3

42.9

Exterior Dimensions

Ground Clearance, Rear (in)

9.5

Wheelbase (in)

126

127.4

Width, Max w/o mirrors (in)

75.2

Ground Clearance, Front (in)

9.5

Length, Overall (in)

210.2

212.3

Height, Overall (in)

70.6

Cargo Area Dimensions

Cargo Box Width @ Top, Rear (in)

61.4

56.7

Cargo Box Width @ Wheelhousings (in)

44.5

41.5

Cargo Volume (ft³)

40.1

Cargo Box Length @ Floor (in)

58.9

60.5

Cargo Box Width @ Floor (in)

61.4

56.7

Cargo Box (Area) Height (in)

19.4

19.1

Brakes

Rear Drum Diam x Width (in)

Disc - Front (Yes or )

Yes

Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in)

11.7

10.8

Brake Type

4-Wheel Disc

Front Disc/Rear Drum

Drum - Rear (Yes or )

Yes

Brake ABS System (Second Line)

4-Wheel

Disc - Rear (Yes or )

Yes

Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in)

11.3

Brake ABS System

4-Wheel

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx (gal)

21.1

Steering

Steering Type

Rack-Pinion

Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb (ft)

43.3

40.6

Tires

Spare Tire Size

Full-Size

Front Tire Order Code

Spare Tire Order Code

Rear Tire Size

P265/70SR17

P265/60SR18

Rear Tire Order Code

Front Tire Size

P265/70SR17

P265/60SR18

Trailering

Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs)

6470

6700

Maximum Trailering Capacity (lbs)

6470

6700

Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs)

500

Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs)

647

670

Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs)

5000

Weight Information

Base Curb Weight (lbs)

4513

4245

Gross Combined Wt Rating (lbs)

11427

11360

Gross Axle Wt Rating - Rear (lbs)

3501

Gross Axle Wt Rating - Front (lbs)

3296

Gross Vehicle Weight Rating Cap (lbs)

6012

5600

Wheels

Rear Wheel Size (in)

17 X 7

18 X 7.5

Front Wheel Material

Aluminum

Spare Wheel Material

Steel

Front Wheel Size (in)

17 X 7

18 X 7.5

Spare Wheel Size (in)

Full-Size

Rear Wheel Material

Aluminum

Electrical

Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps)

185

130

Engine

Displacement

3.8 L/231

3.5 L/211

SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM

310 @ 6400

278 @ 6000

Engine Type

Regular Unleaded V-6

Fuel System

Gasoline Direct Injection

Port/Direct Injection

SAE Net Torque @ RPM

281 @ 4400

265 @ 4600

Engine Order Code

Engine Oil Cooler

None

Regular Duty

Mileage

EPA Fuel Economy Est - City (MPG)

Fuel Economy Est-Combined (MPG)

EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy (MPG)

Transmission

Transfer Case Power Take Off

Fifth Gear Ratio (:1)

1.22

0.69

Trans Description Cont. Again

Seventh Gear Ratio (:1)

0.86

Reverse Ratio (:1)

4.80

3.73

Second Gear Ratio (:1)

3.26

2.09

Trans Order Code

Transfer Case Model

None

Fourth Gear Ratio (:1)

1.65

1.00

Trans Description Cont.

Automatic w/OD

Sixth Gear Ratio (:1)

1.00

0.58

First Gear Ratio (:1)

5.42

3.60

Eighth Gear Ratio (:1)

0.71

Trans PTO Access

Drivetrain

Rear Wheel Drive

Third Gear Ratio (:1)

2.25

1.49

Trans Type

Summary

Vehicle Name

Nissan Frontier

Toyota Tacoma 2WD

Body Code

Body Style

Crew Cab

Double Cab

Suspension

Suspension Type - Rear

Leaf

Axle Type - Rear

Rigid Axle

Axle Ratio (:1) - Rear

3.69

3.91

Suspension Type - Front

Double Wishbone

Axle Type - Front

Independent

Axle Ratio (:1) - Front

3.69

3.91

Emissions

Tons/yr of CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year

8.8

8.4

2022 Nissan Frontier

Redesigned 2022 Frontier inventories are slim
Lease: From $379 per month for 36 months
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Finance: From 1.9% APR for 36 months

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How much bigger is the 2022 Nissan Frontier?

Is The 2022 Nissan Frontier Bigger? Yes, the 2022 Nissan Frontier is bigger than the truck it replaces. This model is up to 224.1 inches long compared to the previous Frontier, which maxed out at 219.4 inches. This truck is also slightly wider, too, at 73.0 inches compared to the old truck's 72.8-inch width.

Is the 2022 Nissan Frontier bigger?

What's new with the Nissan Frontier? The 2022 Frontier's body is entirely new, and slightly larger than the 2021. The pickup offers two cabs and two bed lengths.

Is Nissan Frontier as good as Toyota Tacoma?

Overall, the trucks are pretty evenly matched here. The Frontier has more power but the Tacoma has a wider range of powertrain options, the potential for better fuel economy, and slightly higher towing and hauling capabilities. The Frontier's V6 engine feels powerful and the transmission shifts smoothly and quickly.

Is the Nissan Frontier 2022 a good truck?

While there are some significant reasons not to buy the Nissan Frontier, it is still an excellent midsize pickup truck overall. Specifically, it has a smooth ride quality, incredible storage space, an improved interior from prior model years, and a tremendous off-road trim level.

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