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4.88 out of 5 stars

a real suv

Johnson, 11/16/2005
2005 Nissan Xterra S 4WD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 6M)
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This is a real suv. No leather option, no four wheel indepenent suspension, plenty of cleats for anchoring cargo, plenty of horse power and torque with a fun 6 speed tranny and plenty of towing capacity

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Hurricane katrina tough

GVW, 11/19/2005
2005 Nissan Xterra SE Rwd 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
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This vehicle proved itself in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina. My wife and I, plus our 3 dogs returned to the Mississippi gulf coast 3 days after the storm. Trying to be prepared for everything we may need, I purchased a trailer hitch mounted cargo carrier. Then we loaded this vehicle down with everything from small window AC's,cases of water/food, 6- 5gal gas cans full, bateries, dog food, etc. Things were tied to the cargo carrier on top, under our feet, and in every possible space. The vehicle performed beautifully on the road, going around downed tree/debris, cutting through yards and through shallow ditches. Wife said she felt secure in the vehicle.

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5 out of 5 stars

I Love It

Lex, 11/25/2005
2005 Nissan Xterra S Rwd 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 6M)
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I Love my new Niisan Xterra, It is so nice, rides so smoothly and looks like nothing else. I am so happy i got this and not the Toyota Rav 4, It is a ton better and has alot more quality!! Thanx

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4.75 out of 5 stars

2005 Xterra

T.L. Jumper, 11/30/2005
2005 Nissan Xterra S Rwd 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
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Great mid size SUV, tough little vehicle. Handles well, feels very stable on the road. Plenty of power, the 6 speed is easy to shift and drive. Lots of fun to drive.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

2002 to a 2005

Zigler S, 11/19/2005
2005 Nissan Xterra SE 4WD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
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We had a 2002 SE 4WD SC, put 64,000 miles on it and needed another with a warranty, AC compressor went out, $1000 to replace. Loved it all but the mpg and the BF Goodwrench tires, wore out at 32,000. Stadium seating-great for the kids. 64/40 split-great for the carseat. No carpet in the back- bonus. Rockford Fosegate stereo-ROCK ON!good placement of subwoofer for wife. 265hp-nice punch when you need it. We had fun in the snow with the 2002, waiting to see with the 2005. We look foward to buy again.

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