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Used 2004 Nissan Xterra SUV Consumer Reviews

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5 out of 5 stars

Great SUV Great looks Xterra

KEITH, 09/11/2019
2004 Nissan Xterra XE Rwd 4dr SUV (3.3L 6cyl 4A)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful

I purchased My Xterra New in 2004 i towed a pair of Yamaha sky's for about 7 years also towed trailers sometimes nothing to heavy always did the job no issues went to the river and local lakes many times never had a problem launching the sky's or on the road Vargas many times. 2 timing belts 1 radiator tune up every 100k regular oil changes 3500 to 4000 miles trans flushed once rear end never changed 210k looks and runs great Best vehicle ever..

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3.63 out of 5 stars

xterra

nickker, 11/07/2004
2004 Nissan Xterra SE S/C Rwd 4dr SUV (3.3L 6cyl S/C 4A)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful

most dependable, comfy and fun to drive vehicle i ever owned...just wish it had a bigger fuel tank and better mileage...i admit it is the supercharged version and love to kick it at red lights but the overall economy is low to say the least....don't expect more than 13mpg city or highway....

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5 out of 5 stars

great suv

MEW, 07/31/2009
2004 Nissan Xterra SE S/C 4WD 4dr SUV (3.3L 6cyl S/C 4A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful

I got my x brand new in 2003, I drive a lot on the road with work, I have 201,001 miles on it, I get it serviced once a year, I use only bf goodwich tires ruggend trail, so these people saying they got stuck in the mud and snow, can u drive, I like to fish, go go down in the ditch and the x brings me back out, ive driven my x in 32 states in the rain, snow, ice, I've had no problems. And the super charger has no problem getting up and going. Besides normal wear and tear, I have no problems with my suv, I use full syn oil and fuilds, I only changed my oil once ever 10-12,000 miles, I get 17- 21 miles per gal, if u want a good suv for yrs to come this is it, I'm over 200k and running strong!

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4 out of 5 stars

Still love my X!

MTNDD, 12/12/2006
2004 Nissan Xterra SE 4WD 4dr SUV (3.3L 6cyl 4A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful

I bought a new 2004 Xterra SE 4WD over 2.5 years ago. I still own it and drive it part-time. So this is a retrospective review. Overall, I'm happy with this Xterra. I've driven to rugged areas and didn't worry about the Xterra being able to get me through. The engine reliability has been perfect. Have had only minor cosmetic and noncritical problems. The Xterra makes you want to roll down the windows and cruise along, which is what I do in mild weather. I drove my Xterra from Oklahoma to Colorado to California and back, just cruising along enjoying the scenery. It was not an uncomfortable trip. I've had more comfortable vehicles but this was a great trip in the Xterra.

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3.75 out of 5 stars

Solid 4X4

Mr. Dog, 08/28/2006
2004 Nissan Xterra XE 4WD 4dr SUV (3.3L 6cyl 5M)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful

I bought my Xterra after carefully researching the vehicle, and scrutinizing the condition of the car itself. For the most part, I agree with most of the reviews. The ride is a bit stiff, which is good for a true SUV. The steering can be a bit squirrely, especially at lower speeds, but it is fine once you adjust to it. One point I wholly agree with is the underpowered engine. A truck like this should have a 4.0 as base, not an upgrade. The interior is comfortable, if a little sparse, save for the power windows and locks. I'd also like more up front storage. So despite it's few shortcomings, it's a great truck. I really, really like it. After all, Dogs love trucks!

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