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Used 2008 Nissan Xterra SUV Consumer Reviews

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5 out of 5 stars

Excellent

Marcel, 05/19/2008
2008 Nissan Xterra X 4dr SUV 4WD (4.0L 6cyl 6M)
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I bought my Xterra in December 2007 after been around dealers because I wanted a real good SUV safe and stable in the highways. After reviewing dealer by dealer all the SUVs in the market this one was the more affordable and comfortable. Is excellent, the only thing I will love to add on my X is a moonroof!! Other then that, excellent.

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5 out of 5 stars

Late to the party

Dick Biscuits, 11/24/2022
2008 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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5 out of 5 stars

Most Happy Camper!

Priscilla Pike, 05/31/2008
2008 Nissan Xterra X 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 6M)
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This is my 4th Nissan, from a BT-10 Datsun, Pathfinders, 280-Z, to my new Xterra, and I am most pleased. I feel so very safe with its remarkable handling and ease in driving.

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4.13 out of 5 stars

2nd Xterra

Xterra#2 4me, 09/29/2009
2008 Nissan Xterra X 4dr SUV 4WD (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
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This is my second Xterra purchase. I bought a 2000 when they first came out. The changes and improvements are generous. The horse power increase is terrific. The A/C is improved and cargo area is easier to work with. I have had my new one since Feb 2008 and love it. The only change I did was buy an automatic, I have to deal with stop and go traffic in my commute.

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4.63 out of 5 stars

Greatest Bargain SUV out there

carmoose0082, 10/27/2009
2008 Nissan Xterra X 4dr SUV 4WD (4.0L 6cyl 6M)
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Love this SUV. Very rugged yet great on or off the road. Great list of standard features for a $20K base price mid size SUV. No money wasters on this one only the things you need. Not one complaint in almost 2 years of driving and 25K miles. 4.0L VQ engine is awesome, pulls hard and tows great and quiet to boot.

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