The all-new Frontier design combines aggressive, modern style with elements inspired by the iconic Nissan Hardbody, a truck that burnished its rough and rugged reputation winning off-road races in the 1980s and 1990s.

For 2022, Frontier features a powerful front end with a massive grille and chiseled hood, framed by new precision interlocking headlights. A wide, elevated stance and massive vertical fenders evoke durability and strength, accentuated by a high eye-point and high shoulder bodysides.

Building on a proven chassis and frame, the engineering team refined and tuned the powertrain, steering and suspension with a focus on the demands of U.S. truck owners.

Frontier is powered by the 310-horsepower, 3.8-liter V6 engine, which was all-new for 2020 with 93 percent new or redesigned parts. Torque is rated at 281 lb-ft. Matched to the engine is a 9-speed automatic transmission.

Nissan also retuned Frontier's hydraulic rack-and-pinion steering gear for 2022 to provide better on-center feel, reducing driver fatigue on long trips. Steering gear ratio has been increased by 16 percent, leading to a faster response with less steering effort.

New hydraulic cab mounts reduce road vibration by 80 percent. In addition to a larger front stabilizer bar, a rear stabilizer bar reduces body roll and increases traction.

A dampened tailgate assist -- new for 2022 -- is standard on all models. Frontier's towing capacity is rated at up to 6,720 pounds. Also new for 2022 is standard Trailer Sway Control, which detects sway and automatically applies the brakes to eliminate it for a more confident towing experience.

Added insulation, improved rear carpet structure and new front-door acoustic laminated glass all reduce interior road noise. Standard Zero Gravity seats provide softness with lateral support to help reduce long-range driving fatigue.