2004 Nissan Xterra Research & Reviews

Overview & Reviews

Average Score

4.33/5 Average
162 Total Reviews
This Year's Model Updates:

For 2004, 17-inch alloy wheels are now standard on non-supercharged SE models, and 16-inch, four-spoke alloys are standard on the XE-V6.

Pros:
  • Rugged looks and the off-road capability to match, lots of room inside, solid construction.
Cons:
  • Sloppy on-road ride and steering, four-cylinder and standard V6 lack power, spartan cabin design.

User Reviews:

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  • Great SUV, Bad Gas Mileage - 2004 Nissan Xterra
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    Have only had the vehicle for a little over a month. It has surpassed all of our expectations so far. Have joined the Nissan Xterra Club of Southern California and put our Xterra to the test. Awesome 4X4.

  • good suv - 2004 Nissan Xterra
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    great suv i will buy another one looking forward to the 2005 great for work or play

  • Gas Mileage sucks - 2004 Nissan Xterra
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    This car is good for getting from point a to point b but anything else it lacks. You can get a better deal on a nicer suv. The car is actually not bad to drive but severely lacks in power and gas mileage. The most I have gotten in mileage on the road is 18 with cruise control at 65-70. At gas prices today, I would get another suv thats nicer even though they get the same mileage.

  • Dont Be Fooled - 2004 Nissan Xterra
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    Bought the truck thinking it was an off- road machine, wrong. Alternator died on me and the dealer said it was due to being dirty and wouldnt fix it under warranty. The truck has about 38k on it and it rattles like an Army truck. Gas Mileage is terrible. Installed a cold air intake and flowmaster and still dont have the advertised mileage. Highway miles average about 15.25 and city is 17.85 even with mods. Truck is sluggish at best on the street but does perform off-road. Watch out for front hubs coming un- lubed easily. DONT GET THE 5 SPEED, ill leave it at that!!!

  • Excellent SUV - 2004 Nissan Xterra
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    Ive been very happy with this SUV since I bought it new in 2005. It has never given me a single problem and has performed amazingly in both snow and sand. This thing practically has claws for tires.

  • 2004 Xterra - 2004 Nissan Xterra
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    I was lucky to find and buy this Xterra with LOW mileage, so far runs great and I love it and in excellent condition!

  • we luv our X - 2004 Nissan Xterra
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    this suv is amazing . it rides so comfy..looks are awesome.steers and drives so steady.went shopping for pickup and was so impressed with this Xterra, we bought it instead. thank you

  • I love my SUV - 2004 Nissan Xterra
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    Love my SUV I have had from a corvette to a mini van and this nisson is my favorite!!! I love it and is so fun to drive. I have had many compliments and even had people follow me into gas stations to tell me they LOVE my car! I am very happy and would buy it all over again!!! Tracy Johnson

  • Just Right Nissan - 2004 Nissan Xterra
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    Reliability is great and it is very easy to drive. Construction is pretty solid, but the outer car body dents easily. Maybe all cars are like that now. Outside mirrors are big and have a lot of range. Gas mileage is around 20 mpg when I drive conservatively - no racing the engine and driving 60 mph on the freeway (most of the time. :-)).

  • The Xterra is a great vehicle - 2004 Nissan Xterra
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    This is, by far, the best vehicle Ive owned. It handles very well for the size of the vehicle. Steering is effortless; braking as well. Its a very smooth ride and loads of fun to drive. Ive also ridden, in the back seat, and the "stadium" seating is an extremely nice feature. One can see out all the way around the car, even from the back seat. There is immense cargo room in the back and on the top . Having the cargo area lifted in the back makes it convenient when loading and unloading items. The console is designed well and the two extra power ports are convenient.

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