Nissan Xterra
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The rugged off-road SUV. Body-on-frame, V6 power, a cult following.
The Nissan Xterra is a body-on-frame mid-size SUV built for genuine off-road capability, with a no-nonsense, rugged character that earned it a loyal cult following. Produced from 2000 to 2015, it shared underpinnings with the Frontier pickup and offered V6 power, available four-wheel drive, and off-road-focused PRO-4X trims. The Xterra prioritized utility, durability, and trail capability over on-road comfort and refinement, making it a favorite among outdoor and overlanding enthusiasts. Clean examples are increasingly sought after as affordable, capable off-roaders. On WhipJury, Xterra submissions favor PRO-4X and lifted off-road builds.
Xterra specifications
Body-on-frame, V6 power, available four-wheel drive. Shared underpinnings with the Frontier. PRO-4X off-road trims. Produced 2000-2015.
Xterra on WhipJury
A cult off-roader, favored in PRO-4X and lifted form.
Frequently asked questions about Nissan Xterra
Is the Xterra a good off-roader?
Yes, its body-on-frame construction, available four-wheel drive, and PRO-4X trims make it genuinely capable, with a loyal following among outdoor enthusiasts.