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Used 2011 Nissan Xterra Consumer Reviews

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3.5 out of 5 stars

Solid Truck, lacks features, it is what it is though.

skrillax, 12/29/2011
2011 Nissan Xterra X 4dr SUV 4WD (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
9 of 10 people found this review helpful

I bought the 2011 Xterra about 6 months ago. Its a very solid truck, tons of power, great torque, havent had the time to get down in the snow but it seems to carry itself well through all other weather situations. It definitely lacks some features for a 2011 model, suck as an AV input or a USB input. The stereo system isnt as bad as people say, just change the head unit and it sounds fine. Interior could use some better materials, but its a Utility / Off Road built truck, its good for what its built for. Get a Pathfinder if you want luxury.

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4.5 out of 5 stars

I was wrong

Josh, 05/25/2010
2010 Nissan Xterra Off-Road 4dr SUV 4WD (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful

I wrote a poor review on my new off road X back in December. I had a couple of rattles but Nissan fixed them. The rattles in the dash are only when it was cold and the dealer came through. The more I drive my X the more I love it. The power of the v6 is great and you really get use to the stiff ride. It actually handles great for a truck and very sporty. Overall a great vehicle. I have to admit me first impressions were way off. I really enjoy my x and it was good choice.

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5 out of 5 stars

X gon' give it to yuh

Matty, 11/14/2017
2011 Nissan Xterra S 4dr SUV 4WD (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful

My wife and I were looking for a 5 seater 4x4 truck with good reliability for a great price. The xterra is easily the best value in that sector. After 2010 the SMOD issue and timing chain issue was fixed and the xterras are very reliable as a result. We love the unique styling, utilitarian interior (it's nothing fancy at all) and decent power. The 280ft-lb of torque are available within the first 1/4" of gas pedal movement making this thing feel very peppy. I wish the interior was a little nicer and I hope the car can hold up to the salt roads here in Mass but for the price it can't be beat. We're getting 19MPG consistently which is good enough for me.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Great Vehicle

ShadowFox, 11/06/2009
2010 Nissan Xterra Off-Road 4dr SUV 4WD (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful

This vehicle is amazing. Since I purchased the Off Road version, I figured I was going to compromise ride quality and overall comfort. Nothing could be further from the truth. The ride quality is surprisingly comfortable, the seats sit well, and the Rockford Fosgate system kicks. The utility features of the vehicle are some of the best in the market. I've even done a little of my own testing off road. This thing is amazing in the dirt and rocks. The 4LO and locking rear differential are easy to use and get you out of just about anything. Engine performance is impressive for an SUV. The V6 is plenty powerful, quiet and buttery smooth. I can't say enough good things about this vehicle.

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3 out of 5 stars

2010 Xterra X 5A with 122K miles

Dan, 09/07/2020
2010 Nissan Xterra X 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful

So far so good. Hasn't left me stranded on the road yet. Did the radiator bypass when I bought the car in 2015 with about 53K miles just in case. Had to replace the cam and crankshaft sensors at around 95K miles. Others than that just regular maintenance - fluids, filters, tires and brake pads change. Average around 19.3 mpg. Hope to keep this car til 250K miles.

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3 out of 5 stars
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