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Used 2003 Nissan Xterra XE 4WD 4dr SUV (3.3L 6cyl 4A) Consumer Reviews

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4.63 out of 5 stars

One of the best SUVs

xterra_ep, Vicksburg, MS, 08/22/2012
Nissan Xterra XE 4WD 4dr SUV (3.3L 6cyl 4A)
48 of 49 people found this review helpful

Exceent SUV, if you take a little care of it: First of all change to Bilsteins - it will change your driving experience 180 degrees. Second, if you over 100K change timing belt, all other belts; watter pump, termostat. Third, make sure your brakes are good. Now you have a fantastic car - you have to invest a bit - but then you have a true 4x4 that will go anywhere, will start any time, and will drive and feel like brand new. Or much better than many brand new cars, suvs in the $20K range. My wife wants me to change my car to twice more expensive and more cool - I love this SUV - I put some sweat to it and it is perfect now! Love it!

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4.63 out of 5 stars

Will NOT let this one go!!

teague250, Sophia, NC, 04/17/2011
Nissan Xterra XE 4WD 4dr SUV (3.3L 6cyl 4A)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful

I've owned my 2003 Xterra since new in 2003 and I can't say enough good things about this vehicle. Eight years of ownership, driven every day, long trips, short trips, on light trails and pavement. Knock sensor went bad at 92,000 miles. That's it...........my only repair. Of course there is the standard replacements, like air filter, oil changes and brakes, but the knock sensor has been the only mechanical failure. Oh yeah, I got 74,000 out of the front pads and the rear pads still look great at 105,000 miles. My daughter is turning 16 in a few months and this will be her vehicle. I feel very confident that this vehicle will provide her with safe, reliable transportation for years to come.

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5 out of 5 stars

Nice SUV

AJ, West Chester, OH, 10/15/2016
Nissan Xterra XE 4WD 4dr SUV (3.3L 6cyl 4A)
2 of 4 people found this review helpful

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4.63 out of 5 stars

Swiss Army Xterra

Ren da Canadian, 05/09/2003
Nissan Xterra XE 4WD 4dr SUV (3.3L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

After comparing all the small and midsized SUV out there, this one stood out. First, it's a REAL SUV based on a truck (Frontier). Second, it has the bas tow load (5,000lbs) and Third, the most exciting look. My wife and I bought the Xterra to do many duties include hauling my tools/building materials and traveling in any condition. Our Solar Yellow Xterra stands out from all the cute 'utes and posers. The HID lights light up everything for miles too! If you are looking for a serious mid/small SUV take a look at the Xterra.

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4.5 out of 5 stars

Jackie's review

Jackie, 01/19/2003
Nissan Xterra XE 4WD 4dr SUV (3.3L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

This truck was my first car purchase. I have to say, I wanted to buy it for looks, but when I test drove it, I really fell in love. It drives wonderfully and doesn't have the "truck" feel that other SUV's tend to have. I absolutely love my truck and would recommend it to anyone who was looking for a reliable ride. The only bad thing I found about the truck is that how many times I must fill up the gas tank, though I would imagine any SUV or truck is this way. Overall: If I were to trade in my truck today, I would purchase another one, and I have had my truck for over one year.

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