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4.75 out of 5 stars

Everything I need, nothing I don't.

RacerXterra, 03/04/2010
2002 Nissan Xterra SE 4WD 4dr SUV (3.3L 6cyl 5M)
10 of 11 people found this review helpful

My wife & I purchased the Xterra to replace a 1991 Toyota 4Runner SR5 4x4. We've logged about 34,000 miles in 3 years. I LOVED my 4Runner, but the Xterra has proven to be superior in every way. It has been a bulletproof mechanical tank [We took a 2,700+ mile road trip last year with no issues or complaints!]. Mileage here in the Denver Area generally averages 17-18 mpg. I'm easily able to strap just about anything to the roof rack, like a 10 ft. ladder, many queen size mattresses, & even a 13 ft. Christmas tree! Once I purchased a set of A/T tires, snow/ice performance has been unparalleled by any other vehicle I've ever driven. Way to go Nissan, you've made a believer out of me!

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Excellent 4x4

Brian Bloom, 12/20/2002
2002 Nissan Xterra XE 4WD 4dr SUV (3.3L 6cyl 4A)
10 of 11 people found this review helpful

I bought the X because the price point was very attractive to me. I didn't want to spend 30k on an SUV that I intended to take off road. I have been in the mud, sand and dirt and this truck out preformed my friends Mitsu Montero and a Toyota Tacoma..both cost considerable more...I didn't get the supercharger but it would be nice to have, dont know if it's worth the xtra dough....

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4.38 out of 5 stars

It's a Truck Folks

Neyland, 12/28/2002
2002 Nissan Xterra XE S/C 4WD 4dr SUV (3.3L 6cyl S/C 5M)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful

I really like the Xterra. People need to understand that these are off-road vehicles. If you want soft seats, lower steps, softer ride, buy a mini van. These vehicles were built to drive in regions where there are at best a rough logging road. Roll over situations are problematic of all vehicles with height. Height is needed off road. If rollover is a problem for you.. again buy a mini van. Personally we have found it performs well off road. Good hooks are a must, hard to find a good mounting point on the frame to snatching a friend with.

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2.88 out of 5 stars

Problems

ANDY, 04/30/2008
2002 Nissan Xterra SE S/C 2WD 4dr SUV (3.3L 6cyl S/C 5M)
9 of 10 people found this review helpful

In 2002 I bought new Nissan Xterra hoping that this car will be reliable. I bought an extended warranty to protect myself from any potential problems. Just before the warranty expired I have noticed some intermittent noise coming from the engine, I went to the dealer to have it check but they did not hear any unusual noises. Of course after my warranty expire the noise became louder and then the dealer diagnosed a manifold issue, they did not care that I was there before with the some issues (before the warranty expired), so the cost of repair was over $800 dollars. One month later my torsion bar broke and that was another $800 (with front shocks replaced), now I have found out that I need

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5 out of 5 stars

Excellent Vehicle

Johnny101, 06/09/2002
2002 Nissan Xterra XE-V6 2WD 4dr SUV (3.3L 6cyl 5M)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful

I love my new Silver Xterra. I love the ride height and the stadium seating in the rear. Controls are set out thoughtfully. Great Sound system. Very quiet ride and great handling. I had a Dodge Durango and the Xterra kicks its butt in all categories.

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