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Used 2003 Nissan Xterra Consumer Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars
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4.5 out of 5 stars

The good and bad....

1 Nut, 08/10/2003
2003 Nissan Xterra XE 4WD 4dr SUV (3.3L 6cyl 4A)
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Now I've been drooling over the XTerra for a couple years now so it was a dream come true to finally purchase this vehicle. Everything is like I thought it would be. For one thing I drive hard and rough. I love to go off- road, and this is what it's made for. This thing is just a blast for me to play with. On the road driving is decent, can't complain. It takes a while for it to get up to top speed, but that something I can deal with. The MPG is insanely low. I average about 14 MPG, and that's just not right, but I deal with it. Comfort it great for the front seats, but in the back I'm not to sure.

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4.63 out of 5 stars

No more Fords....

Parisiv, 03/08/2003
2003 Nissan Xterra SE Rwd 4dr SUV (3.3L 6cyl 4A)
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I love this truck....ended up tradeing an 02' Escape that had nothing but problems for this machine and I've never felt more liberated!!!! Getting an awesome deal for fully loaded SE @ $22,500 also made it even more sweeter. Outstanding feel, fit, finish, and looks. Gas is another issue, but well worth it for the reliability. Would recommend to everyone to check it out.

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4.25 out of 5 stars

Baterra

BatmanYZFr1, 07/27/2003
2003 Nissan Xterra SE Rwd 4dr SUV (3.3L 6cyl 4A)
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I didn't shop thinking about the xterra. All I knew is that I wanted a SUV. The saleman said, "what about this?" All I knew about it is that it that integrated first aid kit-cool. I bought it, they threw in a trailer hitch and I was out of there. I now absolutely love this machine. I aim for bumps and dirt whenever the chance arises. My mountain bike accents the xterra so well.I thought about the jeep liberty afterwards, but that thing is just a little too "cute" for me. just need more power. When I want it to move, which it does, I feel that the engine is working too hard and I think I can see my gas needle falling. everything else is great.

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2.38 out of 5 stars

Big Mistake

desertman, 10/17/2004
2003 Nissan Xterra XE Rwd 4dr SUV (3.3L 6cyl 5M)
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Thought I wanted an SUV. Picked Xterra based on looks. Hate driving it. Gas mileage is awful and it rides like the tires are made of metal.

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4.63 out of 5 stars

OUTSTANDING BUY!

Bradford, 08/11/2003
2003 Nissan Xterra SE Rwd 4dr SUV (3.3L 6cyl 4A)
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I have only had the XTerra for two weeks and it is absolutely the best vehicle purchase I have made in 25 years!!!! Fun, durable, reliable, and easy to drive. It has the necessities of a truck/SUV but the handling capability of a car. It looks great all cleaned and waxed for a luncheon with clients; or all muddy and rough for a weekend camping or hiking. GREAT VEHICLE!!!! 110% SATISFACTION!

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