Overview & Reviews

The Xterra has been fully redesigned for 2005 with a new platform, a more powerful V6 and a more spacious interior.

• One of the most powerful V6s in the class, above average off-road capability, solid passenger room, innovative cargo features.

• Still not what we would call refined on the street, a few instances of low-grade interior materials.

User Reviews:

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  great rugged truck - 2005 Nissan Xterra
  By armydad - May 12 - 2:06 pm

  The Nissan xterra has been a great truck, 70,000 miles and no problems, still have the factory breaks, just now had to replace the tires. Truck does great in all weather, im in the army and currently living in Kansas, lots of snow and ice in the winter, truck does better than a lot of 4x4 trucks, I pass them all the time on the roads stuck in the snow, mpg not as good as I would like but is not bad considering the engine size and h. P. All and all great truck!

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  Best SUV ever - 2005 Nissan Xterra
  By Ivan - April 10 - 3:10 pm

  This 2006 Motor Trend Sport/Utility of the Year boasts a powerful 4.0-liter, 265-horsepower DOHC V-6 engine that puts out 284 pound-feet of torque and is fun to get dirty. The Xterra will suffer most at the gas pump. The car gets an EPA-tested 16 mpg in the city and 21 mpg on the highway, but those who haul heavy stuff or play a lot off-road will see those numbers go even lower. Front-passenger seats have decent support and are large enough to accommodate most adults, but the backseat in particular is small and cramped, and it offers little legroom. The most disappointing thing about the 2006 Nissan Xterra by far is its gas mileage.

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  Love the New X - 2005 Nissan Xterra
  By linitbb - October 3 - 8:53 pm

  Best SUV for my dollars. I owned a 4Runner, a Yukon and a CRV. The new Xterra is by far the best. Rugged yet comfortable, powerful yet economical, simple yet refined. Im getting a little over 20 mpg in combined driving with AC and couldnt be happier with the way it handles, drives and looks. A true SUV for on and off road. Nissan has built a winner.

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  Love my X - 2005 Nissan Xterra
  By Ike - August 7 - 11:40 am

  Ive owned a number of SUVs over the years (4-runner, explorer, cherokee) and Im quite pleased with the new Xterra - the 265hp V6 provides more than enough power. Its quite roomy inside for a 6 7" guy like myself. The styling is simple and functional, but still looks quite good.

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  Solid - 2005 Nissan Xterra
  By Regor - May 22 - 4:00 am

  Overall, a very solid vehicle. Nissan delivers on the promise of a no BS vehicle. If you want leather(like some misguided reviewers), buy a Pathfinder. If you want a solid vehicle, no-nonsense performance, good off-road performance (even with an SE), and reasonable creature comforts (go for the Pathfinder for Luxury), then buy this vehicle. No other brand fits this niche. By the way, this is an SUV, so dont expect great mileage. Pros include power, great engineering, comfort, utility, great handling (for an SUV), and the rear bumper side steps (just cleared the snow off the top, awesome). Cons: uneducated buyers. If you want a car- like ride or economy, buy a hybrid sedan.

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  Awesme - 2005 Nissan Xterra
  By KK - May 3 - 4:33 pm

  I love this truck. Wasnt planning on taking off-road, but this truck is amazing off-road. Have used the locker a number of times. Already made a bunch of modifications. Will fit 33" without trimming or lift.

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  05 Xterra Rocks - 2005 Nissan Xterra
  By xterraoffroader - April 14 - 7:33 pm

  I Love this suv, I bought it 3 weeks ago. Gas mileage isnt bad at all very similar to my isuzu amigo. Its definetly the quickest car ive had so far. No Hesitation and its a blast to ride. I did love my 99 Amigo but this surpasses it big time.

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  Nothing beats the Goat - 2005 Nissan Xterra
  By LuvmyXterra - April 13 - 5:26 pm

  My husband and I refer to my truck as the Billy Goat or the X-terrible, because it gets out of anything. Frankly, its unstoppable. We tow our 24 foot trailer with it, and can get out of any snowy condition. I totally disagree with some of the other comments about the ride-we have 2 kids who love taking trips in our X. We recently took ours from CT to Penn, VT and RI. Its plenty comfortable, and we love the great capabilities and thoughtful extras. It was the only man shift available that could tow 5K lbs. Its got so much pickup, that it never seems winded on the hwy. Great multi-purpose ute. Great machine - buy it. What other vehicle has a tent that you can hook to the back?

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  do-it-all SUV and a great value - 2005 Nissan Xterra
  By RP - February 12 - 9:43 am

  superb drive train with 6 speed, ample power for running at 2000 RPMs max through the gears (for acceptable MPG) or moving quick if necessary. Only turns 2000 RPMs at 70 MPH. Nice build quality, solid and quiet. Great for family, recreation, hauling, or off-road. The best price / value available in the market.

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  2002 to a 2005 - 2005 Nissan Xterra
  By Zigler S - January 4 - 12:36 pm

  We had a 2002 SE 4WD SC, put 64,000 miles on it and needed another with a warranty, AC compressor went out, $1000 to replace. Loved it all but the mpg and the BF Goodwrench tires, wore out at 32,000. Stadium seating-great for the kids. 64/40 split-great for the carseat. No carpet in the back- bonus. Rockford Fosegate stereo-ROCK ON!good placement of subwoofer for wife. 265hp-nice punch when you need it. We had fun in the snow with the 2002, waiting to see with the 2005. We look foward to buy again.