Used 2008 Nissan Xterra SE 4dr SUV 4WD (4.0L 6cyl 5A) Consumer Reviews
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Nissan Is #1
Beverly Edwards, 01/16/2010
Nissan Xterra SE 4dr SUV 4WD (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
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This is 2nd X-terra - my first was not a four wheel drive - but she traveled extremely well - the one i own now is a four wheel drive and i love her even more - i can not imagine owning another vehicle but if i do somewhere down the line - i promise it will be a Nissan - i will never go back to any other vehicle - Nissan is the best made auto!!!
Happy Customer
Satisfied Owner, 09/02/2008
Nissan Xterra SE 4dr SUV 4WD (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
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My previous vehicle was a Chevy S-10 with the Vortec V-6. This Nissan blows my old truck out of the water. It has plenty of giddy up, lots of room inside, and handles remarkably well for a large vehicle. The gas mileage I get is a lot better than advertised on the sticker. I usually get about 18 miles per gallon city. I also enjoy how quite it is inside the cabin. This vehicle is very well built.
Late to the party
Dick Biscuits, Commerce City, CO, 11/24/2022
Nissan Xterra SE 4dr SUV 4WD (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
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I bought my SE a few months ago very used- had 158K on the OD but I always wanted one and this one was in good shape despite the miles. Had to replace shocks/ struts as the original suspension was shot, but otherwise a professional detail was all else she really needed. So yeah I love this truck. Like, in an unhealthy way. Last night I hugged it. Coming from years of driving an Infiniti G sedan it first felt huge- like I was driving a parade float. Then I quickly got used to it. The front seats are very comfortable, provide a commanding view of the road, it handles really well (for a truck) and accelerates surprisingly quickly. Yeah fuel economy sucks and the interior is very plastic and rudimentary- basic controls, nothing complicated- but that's what kept this vehicle affordable for many. I joke with my Wife that it's kind of like a Tonka truck. But it switches on the fly ( up to 60MPH) from rear to 4WD with just the flip of an easy to reach dial, and in that mode the thing pulls like a tractor through dirt/ gravel/ snow. Living in Colorado I feel like I'm in a club- there's a lot of these on the road. Testimony to their longevity and quality build. I plan on driving this truck 'til the wheels fly off.
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2008 replacement of 2005
Spunoffandaway, 03/01/2008
Nissan Xterra SE 4dr SUV 4WD (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
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Another great car! The 2008 may be the last in this series, so I had to buy before they change it into a cross-over! I drive a lot of interstate miles, and feel safe with higher assurance of returning if hit. Sort of a small tank. No fear of muddy country roads with the great 4wd. Did have to give up a power plug for the MP3 plug-in (bummer)!The 08 has added XM radio and does offer some good entertainment while on trips. Almost same as 05, slight loss of build quality. Noticeable looseness in rear torque conversion around 35 mph or so, not in 05. Maybe it will go away with time. Still could not get side airbag option, must be a myth, like GPS. Not an economy car. Feels secure on the road.
Paint Problems
baileyz, 12/11/2008
Nissan Xterra SE 4dr SUV 4WD (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
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Other than the problems with the hood paint we love the xterra. The hood has factory damage which appears as light swirls under the clear coat but on top of the paint. There is also environmental damage which appears as a bubble in the paint on the hood, which I am told will come off and leave exposed metal. I feel that the damage came from the dealer as the car sat on their lot for quite awhile before I purchased it. I have spoken to dealer and Nissan and they only offer to repaint. I don't want a repainted vehicle... I would take another hood off of another vehicle or a trade up with paying some of the difference if there was any. Not satisfied brand new and suggesting repaint. UGGGHHHH!