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OFF-ROAD TRUCK BATTLE: Nissan Frontier Pro-4X vs Toyota Tacoma TRD Off-Road

2025-04-24 Autos & Vehicles
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You asked for it, we listened: Today we’ve got the refreshed 2025 Nissan Frontier Pro-4X vs the 2025 Toyota Tacoma TRD Off-Road. What’s the best midsize truck when the pavement ends? We take them off-road to find out. We tackle tough hill climbs, flex on the Ziggurat of Integrity, test ground clearance and breakover angles, and hit the washboard trails to compare suspension and steering. Plus, we do a full walkaround of each truck’s features, technology, payload, and towing capacity. Watch our original off-road test of the Tacoma vs. the Ford Ranger FX4 and Chevy Colorado Z71: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1hmy3ArReB4 Nissan Frontier: https://www.edmunds.com/nissan/frontier/?utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=youtube_description Toyota Tacoma: https://www.edmunds.com/toyota/tacoma/?utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=youtube_description 👉 Frontier Pro-4X Highlights: 3.8L V6 (310 hp, 281 lb-ft) Hydraulic steering feel Steel skid plates 6,680 lbs towing capacity 👉 Tacoma TRD Off-Road Highlights: Turbocharged 2.4L I4 (278 hp, 317 lb-ft) Available disconnecting sway bar Multi-Terrain Select and Crawl Control Up to 1,610 lbs payload Which truck is right for your adventures: the proven Toyota Tacoma or the refreshed Nissan Frontier? Watch to find out! ✅ Chapters: 00:00 Intro 00:42 Hill Climb 05:49 Articulation (Ziggurat of Integrity) 08:04 Sandy Wash Run 10:47 Towing, Hauling, Interior & Tech 12:30 Edmunds' Take 🔗 Learn more: Emunds Nissan Frontier Review: https://www.edmunds.com/nissan/frontier/ Edmunds Toyota Tacoma Review: https://www.edmunds.com/toyota/tacoma/ 👍 Like if you enjoy real-world truck tests! 💬 Comment below: Which midsize truck would you choose? 🔔 Subscribe for more in-depth truck reviews, off-road tests, and comparison videos! #NissanFrontier #ToyotaTacoma #OffRoad #MidsizeTruck #TruckComparison #TacomaTRD #FrontierPro4X #TruckReview #4x4 #Overlanding #Tacoma2025 #Frontier2025

Top Comments (10)

@andelgado0412 2025-04-29

I have a 2025 Frontier and I couldn’t be happier. Love that NA V6!!

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@johnstrickland-de2to 2025-04-25

53,000 miles on my 23 Pro-4X and still loving it with O problems.

103 7 replies
@BustedZJ 2025-05-06

I bought my 24 Pro4X with 7 miles on it brand new last year. Just hit 45k this month with zero problems. Been an awesome truck.

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@brandonhatfield2547 2025-05-01

The Nissan is more like a Tacoma than the Tacoma is anymore🤔

47 7 replies
@andrewbarnard926 2025-05-03

Finally a good review and an honest comparison. Rather than comparing the Pro 4X next to the 60+ TRD Pro or the same priced Raptor. I appreciate this review.

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@philh1826 2025-05-05

Got a 2016 Nissan Frontier Pro 4x, pal. Use it off-road a lot for my geology work. It's been great, never had a problem.

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@edmundscars 2025-04-24

You asked for it, we delivered! So does the Frontier stack up against the familiar favorite Tacoma? Which one of these would you rather tackle the outdoors with? Let us know in the comments!

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@lazijuve3890 2025-10-17

Paying $25k+ for an inline 4 with turbo? No thank you. Just got my PRO 4X and im very very happy.

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@AsherBenDesigns 2025-09-16

Currently owning a NA V6 Pathfinder. 0 problems!!! love it! if ever we get a second car, it would still be a NA V6, and I hope Nissan Frontier will keep that engine forever!

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@roayanrodriguez1811 2025-05-06

Ayyy saw my comment pop out at first! 🎉thanks for taking in consideration doing this review love my Pro4X! Baja Storm

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