2022 Ford Ranger vs. 2022 Nissan Frontier
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the 2022 Ford Ranger and 2022 Nissan Frontier contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the 2022 Ford Ranger and the 2022 Nissan Frontier.
When we compare the 2022 Ford Ranger's and the 2022 Nissan Frontier's specifications and ratings, the 2022 Ford Ranger has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, reliability, resale value, interior volume and overall quality score. The 2022 Nissan Frontier has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2022 Ford Ranger's and the 2022 Nissan Frontier's specifications and ratings, the 2022 Ford Ranger is a better car than the 2022 Nissan Frontier.
Pricing: A used 2022 Ford Ranger ranges from $28,590 to $42,362 while a used 2022 Nissan Frontier is priced between $25,458 to $37,996. For a new model, the 2022 Ford Ranger's price is between $34,685 and $60,798, with the 2022 Nissan Frontier priced between $28,600 and $43,642.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2022 Ford Ranger loses 30.1 percent of its value and the 2022 Nissan Frontier loses 32.7 percent of its value. This means the 2022 Ford Ranger retains 2.7 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2022 Nissan Frontier.
Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Ford Ranger is 8.5 out of 10 while the Nissan Frontier's quality rating is 8.3 out of 10. This results in the Ford Ranger being ranked 3 out of 7 Best Midsize Trucks and the Nissan Frontier being ranked 5 out of 7.
Reliability Rating: iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Ford Ranger is 8.8 out of 10. For the Nissan Frontier the reliability rating is 8.4 out of 10. This gives the Ford Ranger a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Nissan Frontier.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the 2022 Ford Ranger’s base engine makes 270 horsepower, and the 2022 Nissan Frontier base engine makes 310 horsepower. The Ranger is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 468 miles. The Frontier is rated to deliver an average of 20 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 504 miles.This gives the 2022 Ford Ranger the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2022 Nissan Frontier the advantage in maximum range. Both models use regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison: While both models are midsize trucks, the 2022 Ford Ranger has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front leg room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room. The 2022 Nissan Frontier has the advantage in the areas of front shoulder room and rear head room.
Available Cab Types and Bed Lengths: Both the 2022 Ford Ranger and the 2022 Nissan Frontier are available in Crew Cabor an Extended Cab configuration. The 2022 Ford Ranger offers bed lengths of 61 and 72.8 inches, and the 2022 Nissan Frontier offers bed lengths of 59.5, 72.7, 73.3 inches.
Safety Ratings: When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the 2022 Ford Ranger and the 2022 Nissan Frontier have the same average safety rating of 4 out of 5 Stars.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
$34,685 - $60,798
Starting MSRP:
$25,980
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Midsize Pickup Trucks)
$29,976
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Midsize Pickup Trucks)
$25,900 - $38,140
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
$28,600 - $43,642
Starting MSRP:
$28,690
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Midsize Pickup Trucks)
$29,976
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Midsize Pickup Trucks)
$25,900 - $38,140
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$35,574
Price Range:
$28,590 - $42,362
Category Avg Price:
(Midsize Pickup Trucks)
$35,815
Category Avg Price Range:
(Midsize Pickup Trucks)
$31,053 - $41,634
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
706
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
28,113
# Good or Great Deals:
182
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$31,053
Price Range:
$25,458 - $37,996
Category Avg Price:
(Midsize Pickup Trucks)
$35,815
Category Avg Price Range:
(Midsize Pickup Trucks)
$31,053 - $41,634
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
1,039
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
31,591
# Good or Great Deals:
347
Ford Ranger Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.5 / 10
Reliability:
8.8 / 10
Retained Value:
8.6 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
Nissan Frontier Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.3 / 10
Reliability:
8.4 / 10
Retained Value:
8.5 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2022 Ford Ranger
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
12.3
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Midsize Pickup Trucks)
11.6
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Midsize Pickup Trucks)
10.2 - 12.7
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
46.8%
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2022 Nissan Frontier
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
10.2
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Midsize Pickup Trucks)
11.6
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Midsize Pickup Trucks)
10.2 - 12.7
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
36.1%
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
4.8
Typical Category Recalls:
(Midsize Pickup Trucks)
5.5
Category Range for Recalls:
(Midsize Pickup Trucks)
1.7 - 12.6
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
7.2
Typical Category Recalls:
(Midsize Pickup Trucks)
5.5
Category Range for Recalls:
(Midsize Pickup Trucks)
1.7 - 12.6
Ford Ranger Rankings
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7 out of / 7Summary Review
Ford discontinued its iconic Ranger small pickup truck in 2011 despite a large, loyal fanbase. It recovered from that mistake by introducing an all-new Ford Ranger in 2019. The old and new Ranger small truck have nothing at all in common, and most older Ranger used trucks are now "fully depreciated,” to say it kindly. We’ll focus our comments on the new Ranger.
Summary Review
The Nissan Frontier received a much-needed redesign for 2022, transforming it from the oldest to the newest truck in the midsize category. Its drivetrain, a 3.8-liter V6 with 310 horsepower connected to a 9-speed automatic transmission, was all new in 2021. Now the rest of the truck has caught up, giving the Frontier a stylishly-aggressive exterior design, high-quality interior materials, and a long list of advanced standard and optional technology.
Pros and Cons
- Excellent fuel-efficient 2.3-liter EcoBoost engine standard
- Tremor off-road trim option
- Modern infotainment
- Class-leading payload capacity
- Mixed reliability scores
- Retained value hard to predict (too new)
Pros and Cons
- Powerful engine mates to an advanced, capable transmission
- Appealing style, inside and out
- Wide range of standard and optional high-tech features
- Towing capacity weaker than many competitors
- Resale value not as strong as class leaders
Available Body Styles
Pickup Truck
Available Body Styles
Pickup Truck
Available Cab Types
Crew Cab, Extended Cab
Available Cab Types
Crew Cab, Extended Cab
Available Bed Length(s)
61 inches, 72.8 inches
Available Bed Length(s)
59.5 inches, 72.7 inches, 73.3 inches
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2022 Ford Ranger Trim Levels
Lariat, XL, XLT
2022 Nissan Frontier Trim Levels
PRO-4X, PRO-X, S, SV
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
3 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
3 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
3 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
3 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
270 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
310 foot-lbs @ 3000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.065 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
3500 lbs
Max Payload:
1905 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
310 hp @ 6400 rpm
Torque:
281 foot-lbs @ 4400 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.071 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Max Payload:
1600 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.3 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
4X2 / 4X4
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
21 / 26 / 23
Range (city/hwy):
378 / 468 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.8 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
4X2 / 4X4
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
18 / 24 / 20
Range (city/hwy):
378 / 504 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Quad Seats:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Alloy wheels:
Available
Android Auto:
Available
Apple CarPlay:
Available
Bench Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Entry:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Satellite radio:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Voice Recognition:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Quad Seats:
N/A
Wifi:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Alloy wheels:
Available
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Satellite radio:
Standard
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Air Suspension:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Internet Radio:
Available
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
Available
Roof Rack:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
43.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.6 inches
Rear Head Room:
35.9 inches
Rear Leg Room:
30.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.2 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
89.2 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.2 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
26.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
52.4 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
85.6 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4145 lbs
Width:
85.8 inches
Height:
72.9 inches
Length:
210.8 inches
Wheelbase:
126.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.4 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4343 lbs
Width:
84.1 inches
Height:
71.7 inches
Length:
210.2 inches
Wheelbase:
126 inches
Ground Clearance:
9.4 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted steel
Tire Size:
P255/70R16
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
265/70R16
Exterior Colors
Black
Shadow Black
Blue
Velocity Blue
Gray
Cactus Gray / Carbonized Gray
Red
Hot Pepper Red Metallic Tinted Clearcoat / Race Red
Silver
Iconic Silver
White
Oxford White
Exterior Colors
Black
Super Black
Blue
Not available
Gray
Gun Metallic
Red
Red Alert
Silver
Not available
White
Glacier White
Interior Colors
Black
Ebony
Interior Colors
Black
Charcoal
