2005 Nissan Xterra Road Test

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TO THE POINT Selling Points: Big boost in power, great off-roader
Deal Breakers: Poor fuel economy, mediocre interior materials
Our Advice: If your SUVing travels take you off road, the Xterra is hard to beat; otherwise, consider one of many more comfortable and refined competitors

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Specifications Competitors include the Chevrolet Equinox, Chevrolet TrailBlazer, Dodge Durango, Ford Escape, Ford Explorer, GMC Envoy, Honda CR-V, Honda Pilot, Hyundai Santa Fe, Jeep Liberty, Jeep Grand Cherokee, Kia Sorento, Mazda Tribute, Mercury Mariner, Mitsubishi Endeavor, Nissan Pathfinder, Saturn Vue, Subaru Forester, Suzuki XL-7, Toyota 4Runner, Toyota Highlander, Toyota RAV4

Test Vehicle: 2005 Nissan Xterra SE 4WD
Price as Tested: $29,690 (includes a $580 destination charge)
Engine Size and Type: 4.0-liter V6
Engine Horsepower: 265 at 5,600 rpm
Engine Torque: 284 at 4,000 rpm
Transmission: Five-speed automatic
Curb Weight: 4,350 lbs.
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway): 16/21 mpg
Observed Fuel Economy: 14.8 mpg
Length: 178.7 inches
Width: 72.8 inches
Wheelbase: 106.3 inches
Height: 74.9 inches
Legroom (front/rear): 42.4/34.4 inches
Headroom (front/rear): 39.9/39.3 inches
Max. Seating Capacity: 5
Max. Cargo Volume: 65.7 cubic feet
Competitors: Chevrolet Equinox, Chevrolet TrailBlazer, Dodge Durango, Ford Escape, Ford Explorer, GMC Envoy, Honda CR-V, Honda Pilot, Hyundai Santa Fe, Jeep Liberty, Jeep Grand Cherokee, Kia Sorento, Mazda Tribute, Mercury Mariner, Mitsubishi Endeavor, Nissan Pathfinder, Saturn Vue, Subaru Forester, Suzuki XL-7, Toyota 4Runner, Toyota Highlander, Toyota RAV4