The Nissan Frontier pickup just got its first full redesign since 2004 with loads of new tech - check it out

Kristen LeeFeb 5, 2021, 19:58 IST

2022 Nissan Frontier.Nissan

This third-generation Nissan Frontier replaces the second generation that was introduced in 2004.
Nissan replaced the truck's V8 with a 310-horsepower V6 in 2020. The new Frontier carries that over.
No pricing was announced at this time, but sales will start in the summer.

There's no doubt the Nissan Frontier midsize pickup was getting long in the tooth, which means it's time for a new truck with a whole new face.

This is the 2022 Nissan Frontier that the automaker officially unveiled on Thursday, complete with a new front fascia that's now more modern and aggressive. Other things will be familiar, though: The truck uses a 3.8-liter, 310-horsepower V6, just like the one that debuted last year in the outgoing Frontier.

But to keep with the times - and with the competition from Ford, Toyota, Jeep, and Chevrolet - Nissan really packed on the tech. No pricing as announced at this time, but you can expect the new Frontier to go on sale this summer.

Read on to learn more.

The third-generation 2022 Nissan Frontier marks the first all-new Frontier since the second generation debuted in 2004 for the 2005 model year.

2022 Nissan Frontier. Nissan

You can see the evolution of Nissan's midsize trucks here.

2022 Nissan Frontier. Nissan

The new Frontier is immediately recognizable because of its completely redesigned front.

2022 Nissan Frontier. Nissan

It's available in a bunch of different combinations that include two-wheel drive, four-wheel drive, a standard bed, and a long bed.

2022 Nissan Frontier. Nissan

The truck's towing capacity is an estimated 6,720 pounds.

2022 Nissan Frontier. Nissan

A new 3.8-liter V6 debuted in the 2020 Frontier, replacing the old V8.

2022 Nissan Frontier. Nissan

That carries over to the new truck, producing a claimed 310 horsepower and 281 pound-feet of torque.

2022 Nissan Frontier. Nissan

That engine is connected to a nine-speed automatic transmission.

2022 Nissan Frontier. Nissan

Frontier Pro-4X models come equipped with off-road shocks, underbody skid plates, and an electronic locking differential.

2022 Nissan Frontier. Nissan

Nissan also says there's more tech than ever in the new Frontier.

2022 Nissan Frontier. Nissan

The nine-inch touchscreen dominates the interior.

2022 Nissan Frontier. Nissan

Apple CarPlay and Android Auto come as standard features.

2022 Nissan Frontier. Nissan

There's also wireless phone charging, wifi, USB ports, 360-degree cameras, and a suite of advanced driver safety features.

2022 Nissan Frontier. Nissan

The center console has four liters of storage space.

2022 Nissan Frontier. Nissan

Rear passengers have a bench seat.

2022 Nissan Frontier. Nissan

No pricing was announced at this time, though the current Frontier starts at $27,090. You can expect the new Frontier to hit dealerships this summer.

2022 Nissan Frontier. Nissan

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The Nissan Frontier pickup just got its first full redesign since 2004 with loads of new tech - check it out

The third-generation 2022 Nissan Frontier marks the first all-new Frontier since the second generation debuted in 2004 for the 2005 model year.

You can see the evolution of Nissan's midsize trucks here.

The new Frontier is immediately recognizable because of its completely redesigned front.

It's available in a bunch of different combinations that include two-wheel drive, four-wheel drive, a standard bed, and a long bed.

The truck's towing capacity is an estimated 6,720 pounds.

A new 3.8-liter V6 debuted in the 2020 Frontier, replacing the old V8.

That carries over to the new truck, producing a claimed 310 horsepower and 281 pound-feet of torque.

That engine is connected to a nine-speed automatic transmission.

Frontier Pro-4X models come equipped with off-road shocks, underbody skid plates, and an electronic locking differential.

Nissan also says there's more tech than ever in the new Frontier.

The nine-inch touchscreen dominates the interior.

Apple CarPlay and Android Auto come as standard features.

There's also wireless phone charging, wifi, USB ports, 360-degree cameras, and a suite of advanced driver safety features.

The center console has four liters of storage space.

Rear passengers have a bench seat.

No pricing was announced at this time, though the current Frontier starts at $27,090. You can expect the new Frontier to hit dealerships this summer.