Nissan Frontier vs Toyota Tacoma (2025)

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Nissan Frontier vs Toyota Tacoma (2025)

Posted on January 22, 2025

Real work requires real grit, and the 2025 Nissan Frontier delivers. The Frontier is built for those who need the best - with 310 horsepower, a maximum towing capacity of 6,850 lbs and a max payload capacity of 1,340 lbs.

Conquer any adventure with its All-Terrain tires and 4x4 capabilities. It offers up to seven trim levels to tailor your truck to your needs and offers comfortable seating for up to five passengers. 

In this blog, we compare the 2025 Nissan Frontier and the 2025 Toyota Tacoma, another popular truck model today. Read below to compare trim levels, starting prices, performance, dimensions and technology.

 

 

Nissan Frontier vs Toyota Tacoma: Trims

Let’s take a look at the available trims and upgrades for both of these trucks.

2025 Nissan Frontier Trims

• Crew Cab SV
• Crew Cab SL
• King Cab PRO-4X
• The Crew Cab PRO-4X
• Crew Cab PRO-4X LWB
• The Crew Cab PRO-4X Luxury
• Crew Cab PRO-4X Luxury LWB

 

What’s the difference between a King Cab and a Crew Cab? 

Frontier’s Crew Cab configuration seats up to five passengers with 2nd-row under-seat storage and forward-hinged doors. The King Cab configuration has less space (interior passenger volume of 85.6 cu-ft compared to the Crew Cab’s 100.1 cu-ft) but allows for a 6’ truck bed. 

Meet the Nissan Frontier PRO-4X

Need tough? Meet the Frontier PRO-4X trim level. You can choose between two wheelbase options: short wheelbase with a 5’ truck bed and long wheelbase with a 6’ truck bed. The shorter wheelbase has a sportier look and allows for easier off-road maneuvering, while the longer wheelbase is great for those who need to haul more cargo. 

 

 

Moreover, the PRO 4-X configurations have great features for those who need to work hard and get off-road. These include an Electronic Locking Rear Differential to boost traction, All-Terrain tires, Bilstein® off-road performance shock absorbers, and technology like Hill Start Assist and Hill Descent Control. 

2025 Toyota Tacoma Trims

4x4 Double Cab 8A (8-Speed Automatic)

• SR5 (6’ Bed)
• TRD Sport (6’ Bed)
• The TRD Off-Road (6’ Bed)
• TRD Sport+ (6’ Bed)
• The TRD Sport Premium (6’ Bed)
• TRD Off-Road Premium (5’ Bed)

 

4x4 Double Cab 6M (6-Speed Manual)

• TRD Off-Road Package
• TRD Sport+ (5’ Bed)

 

4x4 Double Cab Hybrid

• Limited (5’ Bed)
• TRD Off-Road Premium
• TRD PRO (5’ Bed)
• Trail Hunter (6’ Bed)

 

 

Unfortunately, there are no new hybrid Nissan trucks in Canadian markets as of early 2025. Toyota does offer a hybrid version of the Toyota Tacoma - the 4x4 Double Cab Hybrid.

2025 Nissan Frontier vs 2025 Toyota Tacoma: Pricing

When it comes to pricing, the Frontier and Tacoma are relatively well-matched! However, the Nissan Frontier does have lower starting prices overall.

Nissan Frontier Crew Cab SV starting price: $49,786 MSRP*

Crew Cab PRO-4X starting price: $54,786 MSRP

Crew Cab PRO-4X Luxury LWB starting price: $59,886 MSRP

 

Toyota Tacoma 4x4 Double Cab 8A starting price: $51,834.94

4x4 Double Cab 6M starting price: $53,413.94

4x4 Double Cab Hybrid starting price: $68,245.94

*Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price

Nissan Frontier vs Toyota Tacoma: Performance

We’ll compare two base models of these competitors for an accurate performance comparison, the 2025 Nissan Frontier Crew Cab SV and the Toyota Tacoma 4x4 Double Cab 8A.

 

 

2025 Nissan Frontier Crew Cab SV

Engine: 3.8 L V6 engine with DIG

Transmission: 9-speed automatic transmission

Power: 310 horsepower

Drivetrain: 4x4

Towing capacity: 6,760 lbs

Fuel efficiency: 13.3/10.9 L/100km (city/highway)

Fuel tank: 80 L

 

 

2025 Toyota Tacoma 4x4 Double Cab 8A

Engine: 2.4L 4-cylinder turbo engine

Transmission: 8-speed automatic transmission

Power: 278 horsepower

Drivetrain: Part-Time 4WD

Towing capacity: 6,400 lbs

Fuel efficiency: 12.5/9.6 L/100km (city/highway)

Fuel tank: 69 L

 

 

The Nissan Frontier SV has a bigger engine, more horsepower, and better towing capacity. So if you’re looking for true performance, the Frontier has you covered. Comparatively, the Tacoma does have slightly better fuel efficiency.

2025 Nissan Frontier vs 2025 Toyota Tacoma: Interior and Exterior

2025 Nissan Frontier Crew Cab SV

Seating: 5

Length: 5,692mm

Width: 1,834mm

Height: 1,826mm

Bed length: 6 ft truck bed

Cab Type: Crew Cab

Gross weight: 6,012 lbs

 

 

You can choose between six exterior colours for the base model Crew Cab configurations and eight colours for the PRO -4X models! Colours include bold choices like Afterburn Orange, Tactical Green Metallic, Bluestone Pearl, and Red Alert.

2025 Toyota Tacoma 4x4 Double Cab 8A

Seating: 5

Length: 5,744mm

Width: 1,979mm

Height: 1,875mm

Bed length: 6 ft truck bed

Cab Type: Double/Extended Cab

Gross weight: 6,007.6 lbs

 

 

Both vehicles offer 5-foot and 6-foot truck bed configurations and have roomy cabs. However, the Tacoma is slightly larger and weighs more than the Frontier.

Want to compare Nissan and Toyota SUVs instead? Read: 2024 Nissan Rogue vs Toyota RAV4: Which Has Better Features?

Nissan Frontier vs Toyota Tacoma: Smart Tech

Nissan Canada is always pushing forward with new technology, and the Frontier is a trailblazer in new 2025 advancements. Read below for infotainment, safety and convenience features in the 2025 Nissan Frontier and 2025 Toyota Tacoma. 

2025 Nissan Frontier Crew Cab SV

Convenience

• Push Button Ignition
• Remote Engine Start System
• Heated cloth seats
• Zero Gravity front seats available
• Heated leather steering wheel with Bluetooth
• Tilt and telescoping steering wheel
• Under-seat heating ducts for rear passengers
• Wireless charging for personal devices available
• LED under-rail bed lighting
• Standard bed-mounted 120-volt AC power outlet
• Dual-zone front auto A/C

 

Infotainment

• 12.3" colour touch-screen display
• Wireless Apple CarPlay® 
• Wireless Android Auto™ 
• Bluetooth® Hands-Free Phone System
• NissanConnect Services & WiFi Hotspot
• 7" Advanced Drive-Assist® Display 
• 6 speakers
• Fender Audio with 10 speakers including a subwoofer available

 

Safety

• Intelligent Cruise Control 
• Nissan Safety Shield® 360
• Intelligent Around View® Monitor
• Trailer Sway Control

 

 

Read: Nissan's Safety Innovations: ProPILOT Assist and Safety Shield 360

2025 Toyota Tacoma 4x4 Double Bed 8A

Convenience

• Available Up/Down Power Tailgate
• Smart Key w/Push Button Start
• Garage Door Opener upgrade available
• Wireless Charger upgrade available
• 2400W power inverter available (Hybrid models only)
• Standard heated seats
• Heated & Ventilated Front Seats upgrade available
• Tilt & Telescopic Steering Wheel
• Heated steering wheel upgrade available

 

Infotainment

• 8" Toyota Multimedia display
• 14'' Toyota Multimedia display (Hybrid models only)
• 7" Multi-information Display (MID)
• 12.3" Digital Gauge Cluster upgrade available
• SiriusXM Audio
• Wireless Apple CarPlay Compatibility
• Wireless Android Auto Compatibility
• Bluetooth Capability
• 6 speakers
• 8 Speaker JBL Audio System with Portable Bluetooth Speaker upgrade available
• Manual Air Conditioning (4x4 Double Cab 8A models)
• Single Zone Automatic Climate Control (4x4 Double Cab 6M models)
• Double Zone Automatic Climate Control (Hybrid models)

 

Safety

• Toyota Safety Sense 3.0
• High-Speed Range Dynamic Radar Cruise Control
• Trailer Backup Guide w/ Straight Path Assist (available on Hybrid models only)

 

 

While both trucks have great safety and infotainment technologies, many of Tacoma’s features are not standard on base models and are exclusive to higher-priced trims like the 4x4 Double Cab Hybrid. The Nissan Frontier has many of these features for a lower starting price and doesn’t require upgrade packages.

 

Get your 2025 Nissan Frontier Today

 

 

If you need a truck that can go anywhere and do anything, we have 2025 Nissan Frontier models ready for you. Pick between the base model Crew Cab configurations or reach for the PRO-4X, available here. 

Have questions? Chat with our Woodbine Nissan team here.