Overview & Reviews

The Nissan Xterra is a traditional midsize SUV with seating for five and serious off-road capability. Thanks to stout body-on-frame construction shared with Nissan's Frontier pickup, the Xterra is a beast on the trail and can tolerate a fair amount of abuse. The downside is that this Nissan lacks the on-road polish of car-based crossover SUVs you might buy instead.

The Xterra debuted for the 2000 model year. Later Nissan Xterras are similar in appearance and personality to the early models but have a slightly longer wheelbase, a roomier interior, more power under the hood and a few extra features. If you want a reasonably priced off-roader and find the Jeep Wrangler too crude for everyday driving, the Xterra is worth a look.

User Reviews:

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  Point A to B - 2001 Nissan Xterra
  By twoutes1 - February 26 - 12:46 am

  Reliable vehicle. I am not a big fan of SUVs, so right off the bat Im biased, however, for the price it was worth it. It doesnt compare to the big guys in terms of comfort, the acceleration from a stop is fair at best. It does not have decent gas mileage nor, if you need it, leg room.

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  Best Family Trail 4x4 - 2006 Nissan Xterra
  By kmsr - February 22 - 6:58 pm

  If you need 4 or 5 seatbelts and want to fit on 4X4 trails, Xterra is hard to beat. More comfortable (Im 64" and hit my head on Rubicon roll bar) and reliable than Jeep, more usable back seat and better visibility than FJ. A fraction of the cost of a Land Cruiser. Everything you need and nothing you dont. Seriously capable off road, especially with the right tires, lockers, and aftermarket mods. Great dimensions and clearance angles, especially when lifted.

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  I got a good deal on a 2010 OFF ROAD - 2010 Nissan Xterra
  By Hardy - February 22 - 6:16 pm

  A week or so back I feel that I got a good deal on a OFF ROAD package. I got them down to $23,600. Out the door was about 27,700. Im 64 and I find the Xterra comfortable. I have not had the chance to take it off road yet but cant wait to. One of the selling points was the rear locking diffand the offroad lights. Its nice to see that comes stock for the offroad package. Also my wife loves the Bluetooth, portable Garmin navigation system and the Rockford Fosgate stereo. Buy one if you can find one at a good price

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  Good Xterra - 2006 Nissan Xterra
  By jmwsandan - February 18 - 9:20 pm

  Overall we are very happy with our 2006 Xterra. Our only complaints are minor. Fuel economy isnt great, but we knew it wouldnt be good going in. We are also less then thrilled with the back seat. Once youre in, its comfortable, but getting in and out is a hassle with the rear wheelhouse in the way.

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  Xterra S 4x4 - 2009 Nissan Xterra
  By Mike - February 17 - 7:36 pm

  I initially wanted an FJ, but I checked- out the Xterra and was very pleased. I showed up at the dealer looking for an offroad and was informed they were next to impossible to get in my area. After much deliberation I opted for an S and never looked back. Im very happy with my xterra, the night armor looks great and it is a very capable 4x4 even without the offroad package. But really I can put in an airlocker and heavy duty shocks if needed. Mine came with the free technology package and I love it, the hands free bluetooth has been great and the rockford audio is quite enjoyable. It has an actual back seat as well and four doors. The utility of the Xterra cant be beat. Has 4x4 gas mileage

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  myXtraXterra - 2006 Nissan Xterra
  By heidi - February 16 - 3:10 pm

  Excellent ride. Handles like a dream and rides like a car, not a truck. I do believe they could have put more thought into comfortability, but you give up comfort for more extreme usage. It handles the mountain roads I live on with pristine grace and I feel confident it will handle the roads when snow becomes a factor.

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  Most Fun - 2005 Nissan Xterra
  By John Holdren - February 15 - 8:40 am

  Ive never had more fun owning a car/truck. She runs like a sewing machine. Handles on the mountain passes here in CO perfectly. Off road very reliable. The girls wish it had a lighted passenger mirror. I bought em a make-up mirror and a flashlight.

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  XTERRA ROCKS!!! - 2003 Nissan Xterra
  By BIGHEAD - February 14 - 10:00 am

  I HAVE ONLY OWNED MY 2003 XTERRA SC 4X4 FOR ABOUT A MONTH NOW BUT I FEEL THE NEED TO TELL EVERYBODY. THIS IS THE BEST VEHICLE I HAVE EVER DRIVEN AND I COULDNT BE PROUDER TO SAY THAT I AM AN OWNER. THIS VEHICLE RIDES GREAT, HAS ALL THE BELLS AND WHISTLES, AND RUNS LIKE A CHAMP. NISSAN RULES!!!

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  Best Bang For The Buck! - 2000 Nissan Xterra
  By bharris - February 6 - 10:00 am

  I purchased my 2000 Xterra one month after they first hit the streets (July 1999). So I probably have one of the most driven Xterras out there (About 48,000 miles). Its been a great vehicle. No problems what so ever. I love it!

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  Xterra Rocks - 2007 Nissan Xterra
  By TYLARS X - February 3 - 9:13 pm

  I just purchased my 2007 Xterra S 4X4 and love everything about it. It is roomy, comfy and rides great. My only qualm about the vehicle is the lack of an MP3 play jack. I just got a snowboard rack and bike rack. This SUV rocks.