Used 2001 Nissan Xterra SUV Consumer Reviews
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John R., 06/05/2016
updated 12/12/2023
2001 Nissan Xterra XE-V6 2WD 4dr SUV (3.3L 6cyl 5M)
34 of 34 people found this review helpful
Bought it with 28000 miles in 2003....385k today! It’s been a great vehicle and still has a great interior ( I added leather seats) and paint is ok, but fading. Not a speck of rust and the bottom looks like new! ( Florida Car). Sadly she’s probably on her last legs, my rebuilt transmission( replaced at 225k) is slipping and suspension parts are failing! Engine still runs great, but leaks oil and it’s probably time to move on! Update:Doing some detail work. Added a few miles since the last update. I don’t drive as much as I used to and I have a Mustang convertible as my primary driver. I continue to keep her as I guess she has no trade-in value😂 and because I can’t bring myself to give her away and she still does everything I need! Great in the rain, hauling landscaping supplies etc.
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Jamie, 05/25/2009
2001 Nissan Xterra SE 2WD 4dr SUV (3.3L 6cyl 5M)
34 of 35 people found this review helpful
Best vehicle my wife and I ever bought. Extremely versatile for trips, vacations, camping, light towing but still practical enough for everyday use. I even hauled lumber on the roof- rack with no probelms. UNFORTUNATELY my wife was rear-ended in our last week! She left the highway sideways, went airborne and flipped three times...completely crushing the front and rear, but the seating areas both front and back were not harmed and she walked away without...well, one tiny scuff on her leg from the steering wheel. It kept her safe and we are now looking for a replacement. We love the X-terra
Love this car!
jmedavis, 09/02/2011
2001 Nissan Xterra SE 4WD 4dr SUV (3.3L 6cyl 4A)
21 of 22 people found this review helpful
I have a 2001 SE 4x4. Bought it in 2005 with 64,000 miles. 5 years later and now over 175,000 miles on it, we've had no engine or transmission issues with it. I did have to replace an electrical component in the a/c this summer for about $250 but otherwise it's just been routine maintenance. It's a fun truck to drive and very reliable. Not the best backseat for carseats but it is manageable. We're in the process of selling it only because our 3rd child is on the way and we can't fit the family in this car anymore. But that is the only reason we're selling! It's been a great car.
Great truck but not without reliability glitches
anthonymaw, 10/14/2012
2001 Nissan Xterra XE 4WD 4dr SUV (3.3L 6cyl 4A)
28 of 30 people found this review helpful
I bought it used on a private sale from craigslist replacing my 1985 Toyota 4runner that I ran up 550,000km (340,000miles to you guys south of the 49th). However last year (2011) the in-tank electric turbine fuel pump unexpectedly quit (at 220,000km odometer reading) leaving me stranded on the side of highway. It wound up costing me well over $1000 in towing charges, parts and labor plus an overnight motel stay and a one day travel delay. Now that I know how to replace it I carry a spare fuel pump and screwdriver along with the spare tire....
100k+ after
Kinetic, 03/15/2010
2001 Nissan Xterra SE 4WD 4dr SUV (3.3L 6cyl 4A)
35 of 39 people found this review helpful
I've purchased this car about 2 years ago with 100k miles on it. So far I've had to replace: Timing belt (wore out) Fog lights (burned out) A/C fan (Burned out) Leaf springs (1 snapped) Head gasket (coolant leak) Front grill (plastic pins holding it broke off) 4 small suspension parts, forgot what they were called I maintain the vehicle regularly, but a lot of parts appear to be cheap and fall apart. Especially the plastics, plenty of rattles and squeaks on every bump. Bumpers are also poorly built and fading. In the 2 years I've had the vehicle it has cost me about $3000 in repairs on top of the regular maintenance. Great off road, but poor quality parts make it less appealing.
Great 4x4, horrible gas mileage.
Michael K, 05/10/2008
2001 Nissan Xterra SE 4WD 4dr SUV (3.3L 6cyl 5M)
8 of 8 people found this review helpful
Wow, the gas mileage is horrible. First fill up was 16 mpg and second was 14 mpg. I could get the same in a full size truck. Other than that the suv rides well and for my purposes has plenty of interior room. Driven off road only once so far, but will put it to the test when the snow comes. Does well off road. Very quiet interior, but yes there is some squeaks now and then from the cheap plastic interior. Has decent power to get up the hills, but could use more. Clock could be brighter for use in the day. Over all a great suv, but you would expect it would get better mpg with a 3.3 L motor. Thought it should get around 18-21 mpg hyw. If you can afford the gas buy one.
Incredible vehicle
Lindso, 07/06/2009
2001 Nissan Xterra XE-V6 2WD 4dr SUV (3.3L 6cyl 5M)
7 of 7 people found this review helpful
I've owned the Xterra for over 5 years at this point, bought it when it had 30,000mi. The odometer just passed the 130,000mi mark and the vehicle is still in outstanding shape. The only oddball thing I've had to replace is a bearing that supports the two-piece drive shaft, but I blame it on all the mud and water I've intentionally not avoided. I couldn't afford the insurance for 4WD when I bought it, but I certainly don't regret going with the 2WD- I've pushed this vehicle to the limit consistently on and off road, irresponsibly run the RPM's above 4K daily just to listen to the aftermarket parts work, and still, with typical maintenance (oil changes, trans flush), the X still runs strong.
I Love my Xterra
lisamd2, 05/10/2015
2001 Nissan Xterra XE 2WD 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
I purchased my Xterra in 2003 with 1400 miles on it. It now has 154K and still running. I've had to do a few minor things over the years, new clutch (5 speed), also the fan clutch, belts and a small leak in the windshield I fixed with sealer. But nothing major, Knock on wood. I would love to purchase another Xterra that's how much I love Nissan's quality. I've upgraded some things, running boards, new bumpers, tires.
Xstatic!
BLKJAK, 04/04/2002
2001 Nissan Xterra XE-V6 2WD 4dr SUV (3.3L 6cyl 5M)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
I test drove many SUV's before settling on my Xterra. It out-performed everything in its class. I too believe the seats get a bad rap - I think they're plenty comfortable. I bought my wife a Pathfinder, but I prefer my Xterra.
great buy
iron017, 03/07/2009
2001 Nissan Xterra XE 4WD 4dr SUV (3.3L 6cyl 5M)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
Had the car for almost 3 years now. No problems (knock on wood). hauls great and good room for loading things which I wouldn't expect would fit in it!
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