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4.75 out of 5 stars

nice suv

sledhead, 03/29/2007
2006 Nissan Xterra S 4dr SUV 4WD (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
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Fun to drive in all weather conditions. Four wheel drive works great. Engine has plenty of power even with 3000 lb trailer in tow, still accelerates uphills with no problem unlike our past v6 explorer. Somewhat of a stiff ride but that is what we like, its a truck not a car. Just put 10,000 miles on it with no problems so far.

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3.38 out of 5 stars

Huge disappointment

Disapointed, 03/20/2009
2006 Nissan Xterra Off-Road 4dr SUV 4WD (4.0L 6cyl 6M)
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I’d like to say that I love this vehicle; unfortunately, it’s turning into a lemon. Multiple problems have arisen. Two clutches in 52k, fuel pump and sensor bad, chipping paint. I've taken good care of her too! Mileage is pretty good, 18 city, up to 24 hwy, 19-20 avg. Accelerates well, fun to drive, good visibility. Like the plastic cargo area, easy to clean. Upgrades necessary for serious 4x4. After market parts lacking. I’m told by Nissan service guys that they kept the truck less expensive by using lower quality parts. It shows. I’ve taken good care of this truck, but it’s time to move on. Back to Toyota.

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4.63 out of 5 stars

2006 Fuel Gage Faulty

Mrs. R, 10/17/2009
2006 Nissan Xterra S 4dr SUV 4WD (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
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2006 Nissan XTerra - At 35K+ miles fuel gauge faulty. After filling up gas, gauge reads empty. Nissan is NOT issuing a recall for the 2006 models. 2000-2004 have received a recall for the same problem. Cost to fix is approx. $500.

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3.88 out of 5 stars

Repairs Have Been Painful

Dana, 07/30/2010
2006 Nissan Xterra X 4dr SUV 4WD (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
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My Xterra is only 4 years old and Ive had to replace the fuel sensor (a year and a half before the recall) and now the radiator. Thank goodness I was able to get the full sensor reimbursement from Nissan but I pretty much had to call and threaten to file a written complaint just to get it. I have always enjoyed having Nissan cars but this is becoming painful and expensive. I wanna hang in there with my "black beauty" but one more major repair and well have to part ways (bye).

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Great car for my boys and dogs!

bluedog, 05/22/2006
2006 Nissan Xterra X 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
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I have always had an SUV but had to get a sedan when I had children. The car life was killing me. I have two active boys (camping, hiking, soccer, football, fishing) and two dogs that were tearing my car up. So far we have gone camping in this and to one long distance tournament. It has been a great vehicle so far. Nobody in my family has had one complaint yet. Love the extra compartment on rack for dirty cleats and stinky fish. The back cargo area cleans up great too. There is plenty of leg room in back for adults and growing children. I got the bumper to bumper 100,000 mile warranty to cover the vehicle through note and then some. Co-worker's is 250,000 miles with no problems.

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