2023 Nissan Frontier Pro-4X impresses owner, gets 19 mpg around town

He owned a previous-generation Frontier and thought the new model was quieter and more comfortable.

The 2023 Frontier is a throwback to Nissan’s original body-on-frame muscular trucks, but it’s thoroughly modern. Equipped with the Pro-4X package, it’s an extremely capable off-roader. According to Fletch on his own All things wild YouTube Channel The latest generation Frontier truck is much improved but retains the best things about the old truck.

Fletch has had his 2023 Nissan Frontier for several months. It’s at least his third Nissan, after owning the second-generation Frontier and Nissan Xterra. He likes the look of the new truck but also likes how it shares its frame and bed dimensions with the older model. This means that most of his equipment and accessories from his old truck will fit in his new truck.

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The current Frontier uses a 3.8-liter V6 and a nine-speed automatic transmission for motivation. The V6 isn’t exactly new, having been used in the Frontier since 2020. As part of Nissan’s VQ engine family, the 3.8-liter engine uses direct fuel injection and electronically controlled continuously variable valve timing to produce 310 horsepower and 281 pound-feet of torque. Torque. Fletch likes that the drivetrain has been around for a few years and is a proven design.

Most of Fletch’s driving so far has been around town. However, it averages 19.5 miles per gallon. That’s nearly double the 10 mpg he got in his old Frontier equipped with a five-speed transmission, 35-inch tires and all his gear. It’s also slightly better than the 17 to 19 mpg reported by a Toyota Tacoma owner. But while the Tacoma owner wasn’t happy with the mileage, Fletch is impressed with the improvement in his old truck.

Inside, Fletch notes that the confines are quiet and comfortable. Unlike his wife’s Honda Pilot, which is almost completely silent with no engine noise, the Frontier has a noticeable roar, which he likes. It’s not intrusive but it’s a reminder that he’s driving a gas car and not something like a Tesla. The interior is quiet enough on the road, but what Fletch really appreciates is comfort. He likes the chunky feel of the steering wheel and notes that the seats are among the most comfortable he’s ever sat on.

in Motor1.com In our review of the 2022 Nissan Frontier Pro-4X, we said, “Nissan has finally built a truck that feels modern, competitive, and truly deserves attention.” All things wild He echoes that assessment but also likes how Frontier has kept the best parts of the old truck.