"Buying an SUV that can travel off-road always comes with compromises. The ride can be rough, the handling ponderous and the fuel economy an enemy to your wallet. The 2010 Nissan Xterra falls into each of these pits, but compare......" more
"When the Nissan Xterra debuted nearly a decade ago, this SUV -- named after an off-road triathlon series -- immediately became popular with outdoor-loving Gen Xers. Extreme sports enthusiasts found the Xterra to be the perfect......" more
"YOU'LL LIKE THIS CAR IF...
The 2009 Nissan Xterra is ideally suited for the active adventurer highlighted in so many Xterra commercials. An affordable price tag allows just about anyone to own this tough Nissan SUV, and a civilized ride makes it easy to live with in day-to-day driving.
YOU MAY NOT LIKE THIS CAR IF...
If you're looking for economy over power, the Xterra's new V6 won't impress you. The Xterra's ride, though not rough, is a far cry from the car-like comfort provided by the Honda CR-V and Toyota Highlander." more
"The redesigned Nissan Xterra has more familial front styling, an engine that offers significant gains in horsepower and torque, and an assortment of aesthetic tweaks, fancy packages, and standard features that soften what has been one of the most unapologetically basic utility vehicles since the first Jeeps...." more