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3.75 out of 5 stars

Very average SUV

jcohen1994, 01/16/2004
2003 Nissan Xterra XE 4WD 4dr SUV (3.3L 6cyl 5M)
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Xterra is not too big, but carries everything I need. The 4WD goes through anything. Biggest drawback: gas mileage. EPA projected 17/20 for the 5 speed Xterra is a joke. I get 13 around town and 16 on the hwy. If gas mileage is important, pass on this truck. If it doesn't matter, go ahead and buy it. Other negatives: Heater/AC system doesn't work well, the 4WD gets stuck (requiring one to go into reverse to unlock the hubs), and there are no drip rails to keep rain and snow from falling on the seats when you open a door.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

After 5000 miles

Banker John, 09/07/2003
2003 Nissan Xterra XE 4WD 4dr SUV (3.3L 6cyl 4A)
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I just passed 5000 miles on my Xterra. I have found that the more I drive it, the more I like it (this is my 11th new car, but my first truck/SUV) Very solid and comfortable for a truck. My wife went on a short trip (400 miles round trip) with two adult lady friends and found the ride to be very pleasant. Utility for hauling is very good. Folding the rear seats does let you haul a 4x8 sheet of plywood (with the hatch open). I have an XE 4x4 with an automatic. I'd save my money and avoid buying the SE or the supercharged version. Absolutely zero problems so far.

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3.88 out of 5 stars

Luv my Blue Xterra

NCkimber, 01/28/2004
2003 Nissan Xterra XE Rwd 4dr SUV (3.3L 6cyl 5M)
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Always loved the looks of the Xterra. Finally decided To get a Blue one for myself. Love the styling, Size, reliability. Didn't buy the 4X4 but it did great in this last ice/snow storm.

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4.25 out of 5 stars

Love It!!

LL, 02/04/2003
2003 Nissan Xterra SE S/C 4WD 4dr SUV (3.3L 6cyl S/C 4A)
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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.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Xtremely Happy Owner!!

XterraUTE, 09/07/2003
2003 Nissan Xterra SE S/C 4WD 4dr SUV (3.3L 6cyl S/C 4A)
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I'm an extremely happy owner of this vehicle. I have done my research with other SUVs and came up liking the Xterra. This a very capable and solidly build SUV, the vehicle does double duty for me as my wife utilized it as a daily driver and then for family recreation utilizing it for camping/fishing go offroad to some places (exploring). So far we luv' the Xterra and hope to enjoy its usage. Highly recommend the top of the line model SE/SC model.

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