2020 Nissan Frontier vs 2019 Toyota Tacoma
Overview | |
MSRP$25,850 | MSRP$26,790 |
Average price$30,488 | Average price$23,403 |
Listings1636 | Listings248 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.7 out of 10 | Expert reviews5.0 out of 10 |
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2019 Toyota Tacoma Reviews SummaryUnapologetically unrefined, the 2019 Toyota Tacoma is a truck, pure and simple. It doesn't try to be anything else, and its raw honesty, at first unappealing, becomes its most endearing trait. Over the course of a week of testing, I went from eagerly anticipating to sadly dreading its departure. Clearly, there’s a good reason it's the best-selling midsize pickup in America. | |
2020 Nissan Frontier Reviews SummaryNissan is celebrating the Frontier’s Sweet 16 this year, but this is not a coming-of-age milestone. Rather, it’s a long-overdue retirement party. And the Frontier is going out with a bang thanks to a brand-new engine and transmission that give a preview of what the next-generation Frontier has in store. Just make sure you don’t get into an accident, or you’ll get pretty banged up yourself. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.7L 159 hp I4 | Engine3.8L 310 hp V6 |
Drive Train4X2 | Drive Train4X2 |
Seating Capacity4 | Seating Capacity4 |
Horsepower159 hp @ 5200 rpm | Horsepower310 hp @ 6400 rpm |
MPG City20 | MPG City18 |
MPG Highway23 | MPG Highway24 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.7L 159 hp I4 | Engine Name3.8L 310 hp V6 |
Torque180 lb-ft @ 3800 rpm | Torque281 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm |
Horsepower159 hp @ 5200 rpm | Horsepower310 hp @ 6400 rpm |
Drivetrain4X2 | Drivetrain4X2 |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City20 | MPG City18 |
MPG Highway23 | MPG Highway24 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity4 | Seating Capacity4 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Bed Length73.7 in | Bed Length73.3 in |
Curb Weight3980 lbs | Curb Weight4180 lbs |
Height70.6 in | Height70.1 in |
Length212.3 in | Length205.5 in |
Width74.4 in | Width72.8 in |
Wheelbase127.4 in | Wheelbase125.9 in |
Maximum Payload1620 lbs | Maximum Payload1460 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity3500 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity6620 lbs |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $25,850 | $26,790 |
Average price | $30,488 | $23,403 |
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Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 7.7 out of 10Read full review | 5.0 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | Unapologetically unrefined, the 2019 Toyota Tacoma is a truck, pure and simple. It doesn't try to be anything else, and its raw honesty, at first unappealing, becomes its most endearing trait. Over the course of a week of testing, I went from eagerly anticipating to sadly dreading its departure. Clearly, there’s a good reason it's the best-selling midsize pickup in America. | Nissan is celebrating the Frontier’s Sweet 16 this year, but this is not a coming-of-age milestone. Rather, it’s a long-overdue retirement party. And the Frontier is going out with a bang thanks to a brand-new engine and transmission that give a preview of what the next-generation Frontier has in store. Just make sure you don’t get into an accident, or you’ll get pretty banged up yourself. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.7L 159 hp I4 | 3.8L 310 hp V6 |
Drive Train | 4X2 | 4X2 |
Seating Capacity | 4 | 4 |
Horsepower | 159 hp @ 5200 rpm | 310 hp @ 6400 rpm |
MPG City | 20 | 18 |
MPG Highway | 23 | 24 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.7L 159 hp I4 | 3.8L 310 hp V6 |
Torque | 180 lb-ft @ 3800 rpm | 281 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm |
Horsepower | 159 hp @ 5200 rpm | 310 hp @ 6400 rpm |
Drivetrain | 4X2 | 4X2 |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 20 | 18 |
MPG Highway | 23 | 24 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 4 | 4 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Bed Length | 73.7 in | 73.3 in |
Curb Weight | 3980 lbs | 4180 lbs |
Height | 70.6 in | 70.1 in |
Length | 212.3 in | 205.5 in |
Width | 74.4 in | 72.8 in |
Wheelbase | 127.4 in | 125.9 in |
Maximum Payload | 1620 lbs | 1460 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 3500 lbs | 6620 lbs |
Look and feel
CarGurus experts rate the 2019 Toyota Tacoma as 9 out of 10 and the 2020 Nissan Frontier as 8 out of 10. The 2019 Toyota Tacoma boasts a ruggedly handsome exterior with unique grilles, wheels, and finishes. Inside, it reflects function over form with durable plastic and simple analog gauges. The 2020 Nissan Frontier, resembling a perfectly-preserved 2005 model, still looks good, especially in the PRO-4X trim, and offers a solid, well-constructed interior.
Performance
CarGurus experts rate the 2019 Toyota Tacoma 7 out of 10 and the 2020 Nissan Frontier 8 out of 10. The 2019 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a 3.5-liter V6 engine producing 278 horsepower and 265 pound-feet of torque. The 2020 Nissan Frontier features a completely redesigned 3.8-liter V6 engine generating 310 horsepower and 281 lb-ft of torque. Both trucks offer strong towing capabilities and off-road features, but the 2020 Nissan Frontier's new powertrain delivers smoother and more refined performance.
Form and function
CarGurus experts rate the 2019 Toyota Tacoma 7 out of 10 and the 2020 Nissan Frontier 5 out of 10. The 2019 Toyota Tacoma offers wide and flat front seats with ample storage, while the 2020 Nissan Frontier provides plenty of storage options and a supportive driver's seat in the PRO-4X trim. Both trucks have limited rear seat space, but the Frontier offers a higher payload capacity.
Technology
CarGurus experts rate the 2019 Toyota Tacoma 5 out of 10 and the 2020 Nissan Frontier 3 out of 10. The 2019 Toyota Tacoma's infotainment system lacks modern features but will be updated for 2020 with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and Amazon Alexa compatibility. The 2020 Nissan Frontier's infotainment system includes NissanConnect Apps, satellite radio, and a 10-speaker Rockford Fosgate premium sound system but lacks Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
Safety
CarGurus experts rate the 2019 Toyota Tacoma 8 out of 10 and the 2020 Nissan Frontier 1 out of 10. The 2019 Toyota Tacoma comes standard with Toyota Safety Sense, offering a suite of driver-assistance and collision-avoidance systems. In contrast, the 2020 Nissan Frontier's safety ratings are less impressive, with lower crash-test scores and fewer advanced safety features.
CarGurus highlights
Based on the ratings, the 2019 Toyota Tacoma emerges as the more well-rounded choice, offering a good balance of performance, safety, and cost-effectiveness. It is a reliable and capable midsize truck that holds its value well.
Choose the 2020 Nissan Frontier if:
- You prefer a truck with a completely redesigned, more powerful V6 engine.
- You prioritize ample storage options and a supportive driver's seat.
- You are looking for a competitively priced midsize truck with a solid payload capacity.
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Choose the 2019 Toyota Tacoma if:
- You prioritize a rugged and handsome exterior with a well-constructed interior.
- You seek a truck with strong towing capabilities and off-road features.
- You value cost-effectiveness, reliability, and strong resale value.
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CarGurus highlights
Based on the ratings, the 2019 Toyota Tacoma emerges as the more well-rounded choice, offering a good balance of performance, safety, and cost-effectiveness. It is a reliable and capable midsize truck that holds its value well.
Choose the 2020 Nissan Frontier if:
Shop Now- You prefer a truck with a completely redesigned, more powerful V6 engine.
- You prioritize ample storage options and a supportive driver's seat.
- You are looking for a competitively priced midsize truck with a solid payload capacity.
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Choose the 2019 Toyota Tacoma if:
Shop Now- You prioritize a rugged and handsome exterior with a well-constructed interior.
- You seek a truck with strong towing capabilities and off-road features.
- You value cost-effectiveness, reliability, and strong resale value.
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