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2012 Nissan Xterra
2012 Nissan Xterra
| OVERVIEW | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 17 | 17 | 17 |
| Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 5-speed automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Basic Warranty | 3 yr./ 36000 mi. | 3 yr./ 36000 mi. | 3 yr./ 36000 mi. |
| Base Engine Type | gas | gas | gas |
| Total Seating | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Cylinders | V6 | V6 | V6 |
| Drivetrain | four wheel drive | four wheel drive | four wheel drive |
| COLORS | S 4dr SUV 4WD (4.0L 6cyl 5A) | S 4dr SUV 4WD (4.0L 6cyl 6M) | X 4dr SUV 4WD (4.0L 6cyl 5A) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Exterior Colors | | | |
| Interior Colors | | | |
| Safety | S 4dr SUV 4WD (4.0L 6cyl 5A) | S 4dr SUV 4WD (4.0L 6cyl 6M) | X 4dr SUV 4WD (4.0L 6cyl 5A) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 front headrests | true | true | true |
| 2 rear headrests | true | true | true |
| child seat anchors | true | true | true |
| dual front side-mounted airbags | true | true | true |
| electronic brakeforce distribution | true | true | true |
| engine immobilizer | true | true | true |
| front and rear head airbags | true | true | true |
| front seatbelt pretensioners | true | true | true |
| remote anti-theft alarm system | true | true | true |
| stability control | true | true | true |
| tire pressure monitoring | true | true | true |
| traction control | true | true | true |
| 4-wheel ABS | true | true | true |
| Front and rear ventilated disc brakes | true | true | true |
| Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation | true | true | true |
| Passenger head restraint whiplash protection system | true | true | true |
| Rear center 3-point belt | true | true | true |
| Rear door child safety locks | true | true | true |
| Rear height adjustable headrests | true | true | true |
| Comfort & Convenience | S 4dr SUV 4WD (4.0L 6cyl 5A) | S 4dr SUV 4WD (4.0L 6cyl 6M) | X 4dr SUV 4WD (4.0L 6cyl 5A) |
|---|---|---|---|
| cruise control | true | true | true |
| first aid kit | true | true | false |
| front and rear cupholders | true | true | true |
| front door pockets | true | true | true |
| retained accessory power | true | true | true |
| speed-proportional power steering | true | true | true |
| tilt-adjustable steering wheel | true | true | true |
| 12V rear and 12V cargo area power outlet(s) | true | true | true |
| Cruise controls on steering wheel | true | true | true |
| cargo area light | true | true | true |
| front reading lights | true | true | false |
| interior air filtration | true | true | true |
| simulated alloy trim on dash | true | true | true |
| Air conditioning | true | true | true |
| Dual vanity mirrors | true | true | false |
| Fuel & MPG | S 4dr SUV 4WD (4.0L 6cyl 5A) | S 4dr SUV 4WD (4.0L 6cyl 6M) | X 4dr SUV 4WD (4.0L 6cyl 5A) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 17 | 17 | 17 |
| EPA mileage est. (city/hwy) | 15/20 mpg | 16/20 mpg | 15/20 mpg |
| Fuel tank capacity | 21.1 gal. | 21.1 gal. | 21.1 gal. |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| range in miles (city/hwy) | 316.5/422.0 mi. | 337.6/422.0 mi. | 316.5/422.0 mi. |
| Engine | S 4dr SUV 4WD (4.0L 6cyl 5A) | S 4dr SUV 4WD (4.0L 6cyl 6M) | X 4dr SUV 4WD (4.0L 6cyl 5A) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Base engine size | 4.0 L | 4.0 L | 4.0 L |
| Base engine type | gas | gas | gas |
| Cam type | Double overhead cam (DOHC) | Double overhead cam (DOHC) | Double overhead cam (DOHC) |
| Cylinders | V6 | V6 | V6 |
| Horsepower | 261 hp @ 5600 rpm | 261 hp @ 5600 rpm | 261 hp @ 5600 rpm |
| Torque | 281 ft-lbs. @ 4000 rpm | 281 ft-lbs. @ 4000 rpm | 281 ft-lbs. @ 4000 rpm |
| Valve timing | Variable | Variable | Variable |
| Valves | 24 | 24 | 24 |
| Measurements | S 4dr SUV 4WD (4.0L 6cyl 5A) | S 4dr SUV 4WD (4.0L 6cyl 6M) | X 4dr SUV 4WD (4.0L 6cyl 5A) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Angle of approach | 32.0 degrees | 32.0 degrees | 32.0 degrees |
| Angle of departure | 28.8 degrees | 28.8 degrees | 28.8 degrees |
| Cargo capacity, all seats in place | 36.3 cu.ft. | 36.3 cu.ft. | 36.3 cu.ft. |
| Curb weight | 4356 lbs. | 4341 lbs. | 4354 lbs. |
| Front track | 61.8 in. | 61.8 in. | 61.8 in. |
| Gross weight | 5399 lbs. | 5399 lbs. | 5399 lbs. |
| Ground clearance | 9.1 in. | 9.1 in. | 9.1 in. |
| Height | 74.9 in. | 74.9 in. | 74.9 in. |
| Length | 178.7 in. | 178.7 in. | 178.7 in. |
| Maximum cargo capacity | 65.7 cu.ft. | 65.7 cu.ft. | 65.7 cu.ft. |
| Maximum payload | 1043 lbs. | 1058 lbs. | 1045 lbs. |
| Maximum towing capacity | 5000 lbs. | 5000 lbs. | 5000 lbs. |
| Rear track | 61.8 in. | 61.8 in. | 61.8 in. |
| wheelbase | 106.3 in. | 106.3 in. | 106.3 in. |
| Width | 72.8 in. | 72.8 in. | 72.8 in. |
| Turning circle | 37.3 ft. | 37.3 ft. | 37.3 ft. |
| Front Seats | S 4dr SUV 4WD (4.0L 6cyl 5A) | S 4dr SUV 4WD (4.0L 6cyl 6M) | X 4dr SUV 4WD (4.0L 6cyl 5A) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4-way manual passenger seat adjustment | true | true | true |
| 8-way manual driver seat adjustments | true | true | false |
| bucket front seats | true | true | true |
| cloth | true | true | true |
| height-adjustable driver seat | true | true | false |
| Driver seat with manual adjustable lumbar support | true | true | false |
| front headroom | 39.9 in. | 39.9 in. | 39.9 in. |
| front hiproom | 55.9 in. | 55.9 in. | 55.9 in. |
| front legroom | 42.4 in. | 42.4 in. | 42.4 in. |
| Front shoulder room | 58.3 in. | 58.3 in. | 58.3 in. |
| 4-way manual driver seat adjustments | false | false | true |
| Rear Seats | S 4dr SUV 4WD (4.0L 6cyl 5A) | S 4dr SUV 4WD (4.0L 6cyl 6M) | X 4dr SUV 4WD (4.0L 6cyl 5A) |
|---|---|---|---|
| rear ventilation ducts | true | true | true |
| rear headroom | 39.3 in. | 39.3 in. | 39.3 in. |
| rear hiproom | 46.1 in. | 46.1 in. | 46.1 in. |
| rear legroom | 34.4 in. | 34.4 in. | 34.4 in. |
| Rear shoulder room | 58.3 in. | 58.3 in. | 58.3 in. |
| Split-folding rear seatback | true | true | true |
| Drive Train | S 4dr SUV 4WD (4.0L 6cyl 5A) | S 4dr SUV 4WD (4.0L 6cyl 6M) | X 4dr SUV 4WD (4.0L 6cyl 5A) |
|---|---|---|---|
| automatic locking hubs | true | true | true |
| electronic hi-lo gear selection | true | true | true |
| part time 4WD | true | true | true |
| Drive type | four wheel drive | four wheel drive | four wheel drive |
| Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 6-speed manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Power Features | S 4dr SUV 4WD (4.0L 6cyl 5A) | S 4dr SUV 4WD (4.0L 6cyl 6M) | X 4dr SUV 4WD (4.0L 6cyl 5A) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 one-touch power window | true | true | true |
| remote keyless power door locks | true | true | true |
| Heated mirrors | true | true | true |
| Power mirrors | true | true | false |
| Instrumentation | S 4dr SUV 4WD (4.0L 6cyl 5A) | S 4dr SUV 4WD (4.0L 6cyl 6M) | X 4dr SUV 4WD (4.0L 6cyl 5A) |
|---|---|---|---|
| clock | true | true | true |
| low fuel level warning | true | true | true |
| tachometer | true | true | true |
| Suspension | S 4dr SUV 4WD (4.0L 6cyl 5A) | S 4dr SUV 4WD (4.0L 6cyl 6M) | X 4dr SUV 4WD (4.0L 6cyl 5A) |
|---|---|---|---|
| double wishbone front suspension | true | true | true |
| front independent suspension | true | true | true |
| solid live axle rear suspension | true | true | true |
| Front and rear stabilizer bar | true | true | true |
| In-Car Entertainment | S 4dr SUV 4WD (4.0L 6cyl 5A) | S 4dr SUV 4WD (4.0L 6cyl 6M) | X 4dr SUV 4WD (4.0L 6cyl 5A) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 total speakers | true | true | true |
| mast antenna | true | true | true |
| AM/FM stereo | true | true | true |
| Warranty | S 4dr SUV 4WD (4.0L 6cyl 5A) | S 4dr SUV 4WD (4.0L 6cyl 6M) | X 4dr SUV 4WD (4.0L 6cyl 5A) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basic | 3 yr./ 36000 mi. | 3 yr./ 36000 mi. | 3 yr./ 36000 mi. |
| powertrain | 5 yr./ 60000 mi. | 5 yr./ 60000 mi. | 5 yr./ 60000 mi. |
| Roadside | 3 yr./ 36000 mi. | 3 yr./ 36000 mi. | 3 yr./ 36000 mi. |
| Tires and Wheels | S 4dr SUV 4WD (4.0L 6cyl 5A) | S 4dr SUV 4WD (4.0L 6cyl 6M) | X 4dr SUV 4WD (4.0L 6cyl 5A) |
|---|---|---|---|
| alloy wheels | true | true | false |
| fullsize non-matching spare tire | true | true | true |
| underbody mounted spare tire | true | true | true |
| 16 x 7.0-in. wheels | true | true | true |
| all-season tires | true | true | true |
| P265/70R16 tires | true | true | true |
| Steel spare wheel | true | true | true |
| steel wheels | false | false | true |
| Interior Options | S 4dr SUV 4WD (4.0L 6cyl 5A) | S 4dr SUV 4WD (4.0L 6cyl 6M) | X 4dr SUV 4WD (4.0L 6cyl 5A) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Floor Mats | true | true | true |
| Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror w/Compass | true | true | true |
| Adjustable Cargo Area Organizer | true | true | true |
| Retractable Cargo Cover | true | true | true |
| Exterior Options | S 4dr SUV 4WD (4.0L 6cyl 5A) | S 4dr SUV 4WD (4.0L 6cyl 6M) | X 4dr SUV 4WD (4.0L 6cyl 5A) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Step Rails | true | true | true |
| Nevada Tow Hitch w/Ball | true | true | true |
| Packages | S 4dr SUV 4WD (4.0L 6cyl 5A) | S 4dr SUV 4WD (4.0L 6cyl 6M) | X 4dr SUV 4WD (4.0L 6cyl 5A) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Value Package | true | true | false |
| Protection Package A | true | true | true |
| S 4dr SUV 4WD (4.0L 6cyl 5A) | S 4dr SUV 4WD (4.0L 6cyl 6M) | X 4dr SUV 4WD (4.0L 6cyl 5A) | |
|---|---|---|---|
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