2025 Nissan Frontier vs. 2025 Toyota Tacoma
2025 Nissan Frontier vs. 2025 Toyota Tacoma
$32,050 Starting MSRP $31,590
3.8L DOHC I6 Standard engine i-FORCE 2.4L turbo I4
310 hp Max horsepower 326 hp
281 lb-ft of torque Max torque 465 lb-ft of torque
6,640 pounds Max towing capacity 6,500 pounds
When it comes to midsize trucks, two options that stand out are the Nissan Frontier and the Toyota Tacoma. Both offer rugged performance, a solid reputation, and plenty of features for truck enthusiasts. However, when you break it down, the Frontier stands out in several key areas, including power under the hood, refined tech, and overall value. Learn more in this head-to-head comparison of the Toyota Tacoma vs. Nissan Frontier below.
Nissan Frontier vs. Toyota Tacoma: Price
Sumter drivers often find the value of their pickup to be an important part of their decision when buying. For that reason, we’ve listed the starting prices of the Frontier vs. Tacoma below. Note that the Nissan is not only slightly more affordable, but it offers stronger performance.
- 2025 Nissan Frontier: Starting from $32,050 MSRP
- 2025 Toyota Tacoma: Starting from $31,590 MSRP
Nissan Frontier or Tacoma: Performance
If you’re like many drivers in the Darlington area, you probably care most about performance when looking for a new truck. Rest assured, the Nissan Frontier has more than enough power for even your toughest jobs, and more torque in the standard configuration than the Tacoma! See for yourself in this comparison between the Frontier vs. Tacoma base engines:
2025 Nissan Frontier
- Standard engine: 3.8L DOHC I6
- Horsepower: 310 hp
- Torque: 281 lb-ft of torque
- Transmission: 9-speed automatic
- Towing capacity: 6,640 pounds
2025 Toyota Tacoma
- Standard engine: i-FORCE 2.4L Turbocharged I4
- Horsepower (automatic/manual/SR): 278 hp / 270 hp / 228 hp
- Torque (automatic/manual/SR): 317 lb-ft / 310 lb-ft / 243 lb-ft
- Transmission: 8-speed automatic / 6-speed manual
- Towing capacity: 6,300 pounds (Limited) / 6,400 pounds (SR/SR5/TRD Sport/TRD Off-Road) / 6,500 pounds (TRD PreRunner)
Nissan Frontier vs. Toyota Tacoma: Safety Features
It’s not enough for your pickup truck to be powerful — it needs to have the latest safety features. With the exclusive Nissan Safety Shield® 360 on board, the 2025 Nissan Frontier offers the ultimate peace of mind:
- Traction control system
- Vehicle dynamic control
- Forward collision system
- Brake assist
- Intelligent braking with front pedestrian detection
- Intelligent driver alertness system
- Cruise control
- And much more
Test-Drive the Nissan Frontier in Florence
If you’re in the market for a truck that delivers the perfect balance of performance, comfort, and value, the Nissan Frontier should be at the top of your list. Our team is happy to share more details on this truck and why it’s a smart choice for Dillon drivers like you, so connect with us online or visit our dealership for a test drive. In the meantime, continue your research with this guide to the 2025 Nissan Frontier trim levels.
