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Used 2008 Nissan Xterra SUV Consumer Reviews

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Had to buy another one!

Sam Vega, 03/28/2008
2008 Nissan Xterra SE 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

Bought the first Xterra in May of 07. Loved it so much that my wife decided to trade in her Ford for another Xterra last month. "Fun to drive" is the best way to decribe it!

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Quality, Real Sport Utility Vehicle

Daily Driver, 12/20/2007
2008 Nissan Xterra S 4dr SUV 4WD (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

Sturdy, truck frame, doesn't feel like a delicate car whose suspension has been raised and given 4WD. Inspires confidence in bad weather and on rough trails. Fun to drive in the snow and slush! Feels safe. VDC works well when roads are slick. Good ground clearance with key components tucked up under the frame. Excellent acceleration. Very responsive engine and transmission. Quiet on the highway. Comfortable for four on a trip.

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3 out of 5 stars

Just Okay

RKW, 11/29/2008
2008 Nissan Xterra S 4dr SUV 4WD (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful

SUV is pretty much what you see is what you get. It is a truck with an SUV body. Wasn't long until I noticed a roaring noise when slowing down. It actually causes the entire vehicle to vibrate.There is also a whining noise between 45 and 50 mph.Sometimes the shifting is very loose and makes a clanking noise. I plan to address these problems on my next scheduled visit. The gas mileage is a little better than advertised. The ride is so so. The center armrest is too far back.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

The ride you have been waiting for

Coach C, 12/10/2007
2008 Nissan Xterra SE 4dr SUV 4WD (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful

I recently traded in a ford escape (02) for my new Xterra. After researching I decided that this was the suv for me. I love the power and so far it has handled well in the snow and ice. I am impressed, so far, with the build quality. I have only had the car for about 6 weeks but so far I am extremely impressed.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Wow I Love this Xterra!

Xtremely Happy, 02/27/2009
2008 Nissan Xterra SE 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful

Decided on the Xterra after looking at Honda CR-V, Acura RDX, Toyota Highlander, etc. The Xterra may seem not fancy enough for some folks, but seriously it's got everything you need. I've been extremely pleased with this Xterra, it's such a great all round vehicle, easy to drive and not a ginormous vehicle. It's straightforward, drives great and has not given me one moment's trouble in 5 months of daily driving.

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