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Used 2008 Nissan Xterra SUV Consumer Reviews

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4.5 out of 5 stars

I have owned 5

rwmarshall, 04/29/2008
2008 Nissan Xterra SE 4dr SUV 4WD (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful

This makes my 5th Xterra, I love the auto and have owned one starting with a 2000. Have never had a major problem with any of the previous (4) I have driven. My wife uses it most and she feels safe and enjoys having the 4wd on demand during our NE winters, Use it every weekend to drive from Boston to our place in NH. Ride is smooth and comfortable enough to put the dog to sleep on the way up.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Could not be better

Nieves, 08/16/2008
2008 Nissan Xterra X 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful

Excellent vehicle quality. Very fun to drive. High visibility and very stylish. I use to drive a Jetta which is very compact. Before that I had a Ford Excursion, very comfortable, but terrible gas mileage. I am very happy with this vehicle so far.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

2 yrs and still running great

nick_ole, 03/26/2011
2008 Nissan Xterra SE 4dr SUV 4WD (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
8 of 9 people found this review helpful

Fun SUV to drive... hugs the road like a champ with smooth acceleration and strong brakes. Mine is a 4x4... haven't taken it off road yet but looking forward to it. Got mine a yr old at a steal and even if I didn't, it's still worth the money. It's expensive to maintain though...tires cost 200+ a piece and maintenance at the Nissan dealership which I recommend, is still expensive. But all in all, haven't had mechanical issues yet @ 66000 miles. This is my second Nissan after my 2004 Maxima SL and Nissan hasn't failed me yet.

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4 out of 5 stars

Better than any Jeep available now

xterrable, 04/16/2009
2008 Nissan Xterra S 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful

I've owned several Jeeps from 1951 to 2001 models. This Xterra has the newer jeeps beat hands down.

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4 out of 5 stars

Thoughts on Xterra

Jack, 02/10/2009
2008 Nissan Xterra S 4dr SUV 4WD (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful

The Xterra has its ups and downs, the engine offers nice power, but fuel mileage is bad. Sometimes city/hwy average mileage as low as 13 mpg that's not even using 4wd. Aerodynamics are terrible roof rack, running boards, fenders, back bumper steps, heavy 4wd system. The auto tranny shifts well. Cargo area offers a decent amount of space. Overall satisfied.

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