I'm gonna have to go with the Frontier. I spent about 3months deciding between the new Frontier and the new Tacoma because they are both good trucks,but the Frontierwon hands down after driving both. The Tacoma handled just like a Corolla, having a smooth ride but I really like the stiffer, more sporty ride of the Nissan. There is not another vehicle (with 4 wheels) I would rather drive than my Frontier.

But if you are looking at cars too, the Subaru would be my second pick.

 

They might be ugly, but the Subaru is sexiest from the drivers seat!

 

Keep in mind gasoline will be ALWAYS expensive. Honda Civic.

 

Depends what you mean by "new"? get a slightly used G35 and thank me later.

 

I would rather say an EVO 8.....or the new Honda Civic Si Mugen

 

Tacoma is a badass truck. Looks good and as reliable as they come. Right now I think toyota has 0% financing as well on em.

 

+1 toCBRCRF i love the STI probably the only car i will buy!

 

Yall will be seeing me roll out on this baby one day.

 

Want performance AND fuel efficiency? Did you consider a Diesel? I know Jeep/Chrysler have recently introduced a lineup of CDIs... The Grand Cherokee comes with a (optional) 3.0 V6 Bluetech CDI.

Otherwise, I'd go for the Subaru but with today's (increasing) gas prices...

I must admit I'm a little biased. I drive a TDI...and love it Cheap torque FTW!!!

 

Well, considering you kind of like hatches (and why not get a Hot Hatch)

MazdaSpeed 3. It beats out the new Subaru WRX as seen here............

http://youtube.com/watch?v=i6PGMi89qRo

Not to mention it's been in Car and Driver's 10-best list for a couple years. 263 hp in a small hatch is DAMN fast. (5.3 0-60 fast that is). This is the car I'm currently opting for........