Overview & Reviews

Nissan's popular Xterra SUV receives a variety of updates for the 2002 model year. Front-end styling is updated, and the bulged hood hides a newly optional supercharged V6. Inside, there are revised gauges, seat fabrics, climate controls, two additional power points and a bigger glovebox. Also standard are dual-stage front airbags, rear child-seat anchors, variable intermittent front windshield wipers, a rear window wiper and a foot-operated parking brake. In terms of options, a new in-dash six-disc CD changer is available on XE Xterras and standard on SE models. Nissan has also made the sunroof optional instead of standard. Finally, as a tribute to dedicated Xterra owners, an Enthusiast Package is available only on XE V6 four-wheel-drive models. It includes ceiling tie clamps, a first aid kit, a tilt steering wheel, foglights, front tow hooks, map lights, a limited-slip differential, manually locking hubs and rubber floor mats.

• Rugged looks and the off-road capability to match, lots of room inside.

• Uncomfortable front seats, poor on-road ride and steering, four-cylinder and normally aspirated V6 lack power.

User Reviews:

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  Very well-built - 2002 Nissan Xterra
  By xterra - July 5 - 4:10 am

  This is a very attractive and well- built SUV. The interior design is also spectacular. The trunk space is also a nice feature to have.

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  Xterra World Championship Edition - 2002 Nissan Xterra
  By yellow x - June 24 - 10:00 am

  This is a great all around SUV. It gives enough space for cargo or people with out being excessive. The V6 gives it get up and go power when needed. It handles the highways well and off road even better.

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  x-terra - 2002 Nissan Xterra
  By scott rohan - January 10 - 10:00 am

  i love the car

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  Nothing like an xterra - 2002 Nissan Xterra
  By creo - October 10 - 10:00 am

  The Nissan xterra is well worth the money. This suv has it all. The gas milage is a pain but the xterra is overwhelming. Its a must has suv.

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  Xterra Winner - 2002 Nissan Xterra
  By OlderGenXer - August 31 - 4:03 pm

  I liked the look, drove nice and had less body role than my old car did. I was worried about the power, but the supercharger gives you that extra thrust to get you on the highway much easier. I dont think the gas mileage is the best, but its about the same as my previous car (V6 3.1liter), so I dont notice it as much. Interior is great, wish there was a better place for change (I end up putting it in the cupholder). I have not had that many miles on it but I love it.

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  tasty mean black machine - 2002 Nissan Xterra
  By RICKSTER - August 28 - 10:00 am

  this choice is a prime grade A choice,I drove test this truck on paved and off road and handled great on both terrains.when test driving one make sure you go thru your normal driving habits,and dont be afraid to treat it like a truck, because thats what it is, a truck with a suv body, which every suv should be. rough and tumble, I got the XE 2WD 5 speed, super black, which kicks, so far so good. buy one if this is what you are looking for in a suv, but if you want a sissy-like suv that drives like a car, look somewhere else.

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  Only the best SUV there is... - 2002 Nissan Xterra
  By AJB - July 16 - 10:00 am

  Whats great about the Xterra are the different exterior colors that are offered... many other SUVs come in just the conventional/traditional/"boring" colors and it is a remarkable experience driving around my brand new Xterra - the car does not seem to blend in with all the rest of them on the road.

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  Best truck I ever had - 2002 Nissan Xterra
  By sB - May 29 - 10:00 am

  I know I didnt have it for a long time yet... but so far I love everything about it... took it for a couple long road trips... was comfortable for me and great on the mountain roads. For some "older" people could be a little rough... but it is a truck and I like this about it :-) Best truck for the money!!!

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  my first new car - 2002 Nissan Xterra
  By princesspoo - May 20 - 1:13 pm

  Ive had my car since late 2001 and I just hit 90K on the mileage. Considering the last 20K have been in the last 10 months, the car is doing very well. I replaced the tires twice, brake pads once, and had the belts changed recently. I also had the factory recommended 90K service completed. It set me back quite a bit, but considering the car has held up since 01, Im not complaining. I will probably drive it another year or two before seriously starting to look for a replacement. The exterior paint still looks good after a wash/wax, minus the dings you get from people who park next to you and open their doors too wide.

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  Great car - 2002 Nissan Xterra
  By kaz - February 24 - 2:26 am

  Great car to drive, great wd system, safe due to the ways it sits high