Used 2012 Nissan Xterra Specs & Features

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Starting MSRP

$31,690

Overview

Gas Engine

Combined MPG	17 MPG
Drive Type	four wheel drive
Total Seating	5
Cargo Capacity	36.3 cu.ft.
Curb Weight	4,425 lbs.
Basic Warranty	3 yr./ 36,000 mi.
Country of final assembly	United States

Fuel & MPG

Cost to Drive	$214/mo
Fuel type	Regular unleaded
EPA city/highway MPG	15/20 MPG

EPA combined MPG	17 MPG
Range in miles (city/hwy)	316.5/422.0 mi.
Fuel tank capacity	21.1 gal.
CO2 Emissions	8.5 tons

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Engine

Base engine size	4.0 L
Cylinders	V6
Base engine type	Gas

Horsepower	261 hp @ 5,600 rpm
Torque	281 lb-ft @ 4,000 rpm
Valves	24
Cam type	Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Valve timing	Variable

Towing & Hauling

Max Towing Capacity	5,000 lbs.
Max Payload Capacity	974 lbs.

Drivetrain

Transmission	5-speed automatic
Drive type	Four wheel drive
Part time 4WD	Standard

Electronic hi-lo gear selection	Standard
Automatic locking hubs	Standard
Rear locking differential	Standard
Descent control	Standard

Suspension

Front independent suspension	Standard
Double wishbone front suspension	Standard
Front and rear stabilizer bar	Standard

Solid live axle rear suspension	Standard

Dimensions

Length	178.7 in.
Overall width without mirrors	72.8 in.
Height	74.9 in.

Wheelbase	106.3 in.
Front track	61.8 in.
Rear track	61.8 in.
Cargo capacity, all seats in place	36.3 cu.ft.
Maximum cargo capacity	65.7 cu.ft.
Turning circle	37.3 ft.
Ground clearance	9.5 in.
Angle of approach	33.2 degrees
Angle of departure	29.4 degrees
Curb weight	4,425 lbs.
Maximum towing capacity	5,000 lbs.
Maximum payload	974 lbs.
Gross weight	5,399 lbs.
Country of final assembly	United States

Colors

Exterior Colors	Metallic Green Lava Red Metallic Blue Avalanche Red Brick Super Black Night Armor Brilliant Silver
Interior Colors	Gray/Steel, cloth Gray/Red, leather

Front Seat Dimensions

Front head room	39.9 in.
Front leg room	42.4 in.
Front shoulder room	58.3 in.

Front hip room	55.9 in.
Cloth	Standard
Bucket front seats	Standard
8-way manual driver seat adjustments	Standard
Height adjustable driver seat	Standard
Driver seat with manual adjustable lumbar support	Standard
4-way manual passenger seat adjustment	Standard
Fold flat passenger seat	Standard

Rear Seat Dimensions

Rear head room	39.3 in.
Rear leg room	34.4 in.
Rear shoulder room	58.3 in.

Rear hip room	46.1 in.
Split-folding rear seatback	Standard

Safety

Dual front side-mounted airbags	Standard
Front and rear head airbags	Standard
Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation	Standard

Stability control	Standard
Traction control	Standard
Child seat anchors	Standard
Rear door child safety locks	Standard
4-wheel ABS	Standard
Front and rear ventilated disc brakes	Standard
Electronic brakeforce distribution	Standard
Tire pressure monitoring	Standard
Front fog/driving lights	Standard
2 front headrests	Standard
Front height adjustable headrests	Standard
Passenger head restraint whiplash protection system	Standard
2 rear headrests	Standard
Rear height adjustable headrests	Standard
Rear center 3-point belt	Standard
Front seatbelt pretensioners	Standard
Remote anti-theft alarm system	Standard
Engine immobilizer	Standard

In-Car Entertainment

AM/FM stereo	Standard
Rockford Fosgate premium brand stereo system	Standard
300 watts stereo output	Standard

9 total speakers	Standard
1 subwoofer(s)	Standard
Auxiliary audio input	Standard
Satellite radio satellite radio	Standard
3 months of provided satellite radio service	Standard
Radio data system	Standard
Speed sensitive volume control	Standard
Mast antenna	Standard

Power Feature

1 one-touch power windows	Standard
Remote keyless power door locks	Standard
Power mirrors	Standard

Heated mirrors	Standard

Comfort & Convenience

Tilt-adjustable steering wheel	Standard
Audio and cruise controls on steering wheel	Standard
Speed-proportional power steering	Standard

12V rear and 12V cargo area power outlet(s)	Standard
Cruise control	Standard
Front and rear cupholders	Standard
Front door pockets	Standard
Overhead console with storage	Standard
Front seatback storage	Standard
Cargo net	Standard
Retained accessory power	Standard
First aid kit	Standard
Leather steering wheel	Standard
Single zone front air conditioning	Standard
Rear ventilation ducts	Standard
Interior air filtration	Standard
Dual illuminating vanity mirrors	Standard
Electrochromatic inside rearview mirror	Standard
Cargo area light	Standard
Simulated alloy trim on dash	Standard
Leather trim on shift knob	Standard
Front reading lights	Standard

Instrumentation

Compass	Standard
Tachometer	Standard
Clock	Standard

Low fuel level warning	Standard

Tires & Wheels

Alloy wheels	Standard
16 x 7.0 in. wheels	Standard
All terrain tires	Standard

P265/75R16 tires	Standard
Steel spare wheel	Standard
Fullsize non-matching spare tire	Standard
Underbody mounted spare tire	Standard

Warranty

Basic	3 yr./ 36,000 mi.
Drivetrain	5 yr./ 60,000 mi.
Rust	5 yr./ unlimited mi.

Roadside assistance	3 yr./ 36,000 mi.

Packages

Leather Package	+$1,000
Protection Package A	+$230

Interior Options

IPod Interface	+$260
Pro-4X Floor Mats	+$120
Adjustable Cargo Area Organizer	+$155

Retractable Cargo Cover	+$100

Exterior Options

Nevada Tow Hitch w/Ball	+$470

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Used 2012 Nissan Xterra - Specs & Features