Overview & Reviews

Though the Xterra was updated just last year, Nissan has made further changes for 2003. Mechanically, the V6 has received a slight increase in power, and a stability control system (Nissan's VDC) will be a new option. Also for 2003, Xterra XE V6 models come with standard 16-inch alloy wheels and tubular step rails, and four new exterior colors are available, including Atomic Orange and Camouflage (limited and late availability). Inside, a driver seat-height and lumbar adjuster has been added to V6 models and a new roof headliner net (on nonsunroof models) and luggage side net have also been added, along with new metal ceiling tie-down hooks. A "rugged" leather package is now offered for the SE trim. Other refinements include a 300-watt rating for the Rockford Fosgate-powered eight-speaker audio system, an available tire-pressure monitoring system and Electronic Brakeforce Distribution. A heavy-duty alternator and dual 12-volt power outlets located in the engine compartment are also standard on SE trim.

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

• Poor on-road ride and steering, four-cylinder and normally aspirated V6 lack power.

User Reviews:

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  4x4 Granite Xterra - 2003 Nissan Xterra
  By rickmeister - June 7 - 10:00 am

  This is my second Xterra, I had a 02 Super Black 4x2, and traded up for a 03 Granite 4x4...what can I say, this truck is fun to drive, the 4x4 capabilities on the truck is pretty awesome...it takes rough roads and climbs steep hills...check out xterraownersclub.com and check it out for yourself...

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  Love our X! - 2003 Nissan Xterra
  By mistfairy - June 5 - 1:46 am

  This suv is fun to drive! It has lots of room for all your stuff, even when we had our first child. Infant and toddler car seats fit - but snugly. Unfortunatly the back doors do not open wide enough. It can be tricky getting an infant seat in and out. Has enough pick up and go to really move.

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  review - 2003 Nissan Xterra
  By AprilRN - March 25 - 2:00 am

  Gas Mileage is really, really bad for a smaller SUV.

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  Awesome - 2003 Nissan Xterra
  By Pamela0765 - March 14 - 10:00 am

  This thirty-something female has a blast driving my new X-terra.

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  Attention Car Shoppers: - 2003 Nissan Xterra
  By Xterra Triste - March 14 - 10:00 am

  My advice if you are planning on buying an Xterra: go manual (especially windows) and make sure to get plenty of racks because you wont want to put anything with an edge near the cheap plastic interior. Leave early if you are going up any hills, because its going to take you a while to get there. And if you plan on listening to CDs in the factory CD player, keep tweezers handy so you can the CD out.

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  Luv my Blue Xterra - 2003 Nissan Xterra
  By NCkimber - March 1 - 2:00 am

  Always loved the looks of the Xterra. Finally decided To get a Blue one for myself. Love the styling, Size, reliability. Didnt buy the 4X4 but it did great in this last ice/snow storm.

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  03 XTERRA - 2003 Nissan Xterra
  By Jahoo56 - February 16 - 2:00 am

  A good vehicle for the active person.

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  Big Mistake - 2003 Nissan Xterra
  By desertman - February 14 - 10:00 am

  Thought I wanted an SUV. Picked Xterra based on looks. Hate driving it. Gas mileage is awful and it rides like the tires are made of metal.

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  opinion - 2003 Nissan Xterra
  By fernandez - January 8 - 5:46 am

  car performance good.excellent for snow driving. turns easily. compares to others cars. poor gas mileage.

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  Love It!! - 2003 Nissan Xterra
  By LL - December 30 - 2:00 am

  I am on my second Xterra (owned a 2000 first). Upgraded to the 2003 S/C. Had one factory suspension problem with the 2003 model and was given a new vehicle (very pleased with the way the situation was handled). Little disappointed with the sunroof, not usable with cargo net installed. I have become a devoted Xterra owner.