The first-gen Nissan Frontier came out in the year 2005, and since then, there have been no significant changes, and the design, interior, and engine have been dated compared to modern-day trucks. Just to put things into perspective, this track has been the same even before Twitter existed. However, for 2022, the Frontier is back and is all new as it packs in loads of features, immense capabilities, and lots of power.

The 2022 Nissan Frontier is all-new, and it is a very promising offering from Nissan. A good reason to buy this would be the sole fact that it has the most power in its class, making it the most potent midsize pickup truck. The Frontier has an imposing design, and for the first time, one can say that the Frontier is all new.

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What Makes The Nissan Frontier A Great Mid-Size Truck?

2022 Nissan Frontier's Side View

The Nissan Frontier has been completely redesigned, and the face of the truck looks bold and upright, giving a very imposing stance. The Frontier comes with LED lights all around, including LED fog lights. When at night, the lights work flawlessly to illuminate the road ahead. The front grill adapts a slightly different design language than the other models with their V motion grille design. The top of the line Pro 4X trim also gets two tow hooks in the front. The vehicle's wheelbase is approximately 139.8 inches long, and the overall length is 224.1 inches. The 17-inch wheels are purposeful and are suitable for any terrain. There is black plastic cladding running throughout the vehicle for added toughness. There are some styling elements from the new Nissan Titan at the back that match with this truck. Overall, the design is clean and minimal with just the right use of plastic cladding, and the proportions are spot on too.

The interior of the Frontier features sound insulation material, which blocks out a lot of exterior noise and gives a sense of calmness. There is a 9-inch touchscreen unit that houses the multimedia and navigation function along with other connectivity features. The driver’s MID displays off-road gauges, tire pressure monitoring, and real-time fuel efficiency. There is standard Apple CarPlay connectivity, dual-zone climate control, and wireless charging. A Fender premium sound system is a good addition to have for those long drives. The seats are referred to as ‘Zero Gravity’ seats, which are extremely plush and comfortable.

The Towing And Flexible Bed

The 2022 Nissan Frontier

The Frontier comes with two-bed options, one which is 5’ and the other being 6’ for added practicality. The smart touch about the tailgate includes the fact that it has a soft opening mechanism that enables it to lower without just crashing down. The integrated bump step near the rear license plate helps in easy ingress and egress to the bed. There is an inclusion of a 120-volt power outlet in the bed and overhead cargo bed lights, which illuminate the bed in dark conditions. Nissan has fitted the Frontier with 3 Utili-track channels, which allow storage and practicality effortlessly, along with four tie-down points to hold goods in place.

The official towing figures for the 2022 Frontier are 6,720 lbs, and the max payload capacity is 1,610 lbs which are awe-inspiring numbers. The 360-degree parking camera makes latching the trailer behind an effortless job. For added convenience, there is a Tow haul mode, and trailer sway control to make sure the vehicle, trailer, and its occupants reach their destination safely.

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A Workhorse Of An Engine

2022 Nissan Frontier's Front View

Nissan manages to keep the Frontier simple compared to its completion, which offers many engine options. The Frontier is offered with a single engine option, and over 93% of the parts have been redesigned for this vehicle. The mill is a 3.8-liter V6 engine that produces 310 HP and 281 lb-ft of torque, which are class-leading power figures. The engine is mated with a 9-speed automatic transmission, the vehicle returns a fuel efficiency of 19 MPG combined in the city and on the highway. The power is sent to all four wheels by a 4WD system, although the system is generally FWD biased. The weight of the trucks is 4,708 lbs, and the 0 to 60 MPH sprint takes place in 7.5 seconds, which is a good number for a truck.

Nissan has managed to keep the Frontier precise in engine and design. Still, it offers over 50 different accessories for the vehicle, which is way more than what it offered previously. The vehicle is offered in 12 trims through a combination of different drive trains and bed sizes, and all these trims are not so far from each other in terms of pricing. The base trim, which is the 4x2 King Cab S, is priced at $28,140, and the top trim Pro 4X trim, which has better offroad credentials, is priced at $37,370, making it a very interesting choice for the segment and even a segment above. The Frontier has a lot going for it and is sure to surpass all expectations of a Midsize truck in 2022.