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2002 Nissan Xterra User Reviews

2002 Nissan Xterra Review Ratings

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Average Ratings from 12 reviews

  • Performance:4 out of 5 stars4 out of 5 stars4 out of 5 stars4 out of 5 stars4 out of 5 stars 4 / 5
  • Appearance:4.2 out of 5 stars4.2 out of 5 stars4.2 out of 5 stars4.2 out of 5 stars4.2 out of 5 stars 4.2 / 5
  • Build Quality:4.6 out of 5 stars4.6 out of 5 stars4.6 out of 5 stars4.6 out of 5 stars4.6 out of 5 stars 4.6 / 5
  • Overall:4.2 out of 5 stars4.2 out of 5 stars4.2 out of 5 stars4.2 out of 5 stars4.2 out of 5 stars 4.2 / 5

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"ride" 4 reviews
"power" 3 reviews
CONS
"fuel economy" 4 reviews

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Bryan writes:
2002 Nissan Xterra XE Review
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Great to carry everything if you have kids and dont want the soccer mom van. Can use it for work and play. Very adaptable for what you are doing. Can even throw a ladder to a surfboard on top!!

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Genaral wear and tear, I would highly recomend this suv to all my friends and family. One dislike is fuel tank is to small.

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Great All Around Suv If You Don't Have One Get One!! — Fun to drive but it still rides like a truck. Not very easy to do a tune up on, but is reliable and fun to drive. Plastic front end is fading but thats S. Florida sun for you. The only thing that i don't like is the headliner is falling down. Otherwise it was a great buy and the whole family likes it!!

Primary Use: Family transportation

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Ryan writes:
2002 Nissan Xterra SE Review
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Roomy

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Little Traction

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Mine — It awesome, i love it. I used to have a jeep, its alittle hard to compare because its not a four wheel drive. it rides, and handles magnificent. its pretty god on gas. and gets me to where i need to go. I would deffinently suggest this vehicle to nay one i know. it is very dependable and affordable. not to mention its built rock solid.

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theexponent writes:
2002 Nissan Xterra SE Supercharged 4WD Review
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Great for outdoors and off roads.

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No negatives so far.

theexponent
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Great Blue-collar Suv — My 2002 Nissan Xterra SE 4X4 SUV is great for off roads. It has a good balance between power and gas mileage and is mostly reliable. It's a great blue-collar SUV for outdoorsmen like me especially when I go snowboarding and kayaking. It shows some wear and tear though but it's more because of my poor maintenance and old age. But overall, I still love it just like the day i bought it in 2002.

Primary Use: Commuting to work

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Derek writes:
2002 Nissan Xterra XE Supercharged 4WD Review
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4X4

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MPG

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Xterra=awesome — Needs a little more power and better MPG's. The appearance is very nice and is great to customize with whatever you want I put an Autobot decal on the rear bubble and on the roof rack and it looks great.

Primary Use: Commuting to work

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q3gamer writes:
2002 Nissan Xterra SE Supercharged 4WD Review
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very reliable with good gas mileage

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somewhat rugged drive

q3gamer
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Great Vehicle — I like the space this car offer along with the reliability and gas milage. The car is not big enough for a large family though. Never has maintenence issues. Normal upkeep and this car was flawless. Great vehicle especially the outdoors type.

Primary Use: Family transportation

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Jonathan writes:
2002 Nissan Xterra SE Supercharged 4WD Review
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Power, and extra features (SE models only)

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Gas Mileage

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Good Suv — It is a great SUV, loaded with all the extras that come in the SE package. Has the 3.3L SOHC Supercharged V6 (VG33ER), performace is great on the vehicle. Great for offroading and 4x4 trips. Draw back is that it is not good on gas.... AT ALL!

Primary Use: Commuting to work

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Paul writes:
2002 Nissan Xterra XE V6 4WD Review
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good reliable vehicle, only had one problem with this car.

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Brake Faliure (ABS Activation)

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Its A Good Strong Vehicle, Would Have Prefered Better Gas Mileage, But It Was Consistant... — the vehicle is good it was reliable,fun to drive, bad on the gas but that can be over-looked, it was comfortable, tons of room for just about anything, I never used it to tow, it had rapid acceleration, I was a Vol. Fire Fighter and it always got me to the station.

Primary Use: Sport/fun (spirited driving, track racing, off-roading, etc.)

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Michael writes:
2002 Nissan Xterra XE V6 4WD Review
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Everything

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Xterra — Every repair that has gone into it was well worth the trouble. Tough machine that has gone through a lot. Everything is great. Lots of fun to drive, excellent in the snow! Unreal machine! There is nothing better out there

Primary Use: Sport/fun (spirited driving, track racing, off-roading, etc.)

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Branden writes:
2002 Nissan Xterra XE V6 4WD Review
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great power and hard to get stuck when off road

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my exsaust rattles

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My Nissan — my truck has great acceleration for a 5200 pound suv. handles pretty good too. the fuel pump recently went out of it so i cant drive it right now.....that really sicks. i loce my truck...and my system thats in it hahaha. i have 2 12 inch subs. its great

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Dustin writes:
2002 Nissan Xterra XE V6 4WD Review
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Ride, Build quality, Quiet cabin as long as not accelerating.  

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Fuel economy, Motor is a bit loud for the type of vehicle it is....if it was a hot rod I like it, but its a family vehicle.

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2002 Nissan Xterra — Like the ride, the build quality, the 4wd is nice. It is big enough for the smaller family. Both my wife and I are bigger people so we require more seating area, this vehicle lets us have the car seat and not have the passenger seat in the dash. Perfomance is so-so. It is only a 3.3 pushing a big heavy vehicle so its not going to set any records. Fuel economy is not the greatest...have been averaging 18mpg.

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Cost $6,765 Average Instant Market Value $7,375 Average Instant Market Value $9,139 Average Instant Market Value
Gas Mileage (highway) 22 18 18
Horsepower 143 240 183
Crash Test Rating 4 4 4
Cargo Volume (cu. ft.) 44.5 38.0 44.6
Front Leg Room (inches) 41.4 41.7 42.6

Reviews From Other Years

2012 Nissan Xterra Reviews

Xterra Pro 4x By Travis

Nissans last true off road vechicle, only full truck frame vechicle. Plenty of extras just wish it had in dash Navigation and push button start, but i will get it one day. it lacks Fuel Economy my v8 ... Read More

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2010 Nissan Xterra Reviews

I Love My X By Wally

Decent on fuel for what it is. Lots of fun to drive and hit the trails. Enuff cargo space for a weeks worth of camping and fishing gear. Handles and rides really nice on road trips. The Stadium se... Read More

Great Vehicle By 5TBONE

The 2010 Xterra SE is a Great vehicle,lots of room everywhere, the ride is very good, steering response is very good, Drove 10 hours straight and the interior leather seats are comfortable and support... Read More

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2009 Nissan Xterra Reviews

Real Utilitiy In Smallish Suv. By dieseld

Fun, enjoyable, practical, small(ish) SUV. Plenty of power from the 3.7 engine and decent handling. Good ride on highway and off road. Plenty of storage on rooftop for bikes and skis. Throw your d... Read More

Fun Family Vehicle Or Great Suv For Off Road And Snow!! By kelly9406

This car has been VERY reliable and has never needed to go into the shop for anything except routine maintenance and oil changes. Decent gas mileage for an SUV 18-20 on average. Plenty of storage r... Read More

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2008 Nissan Xterra Reviews

Sporty By JWILLIAMS88

Great for my family! Safe, reliable, fuel efficient, it's an all around good vehicle that I love. I am sad to see it go but I am looking for a car - something different now that my kids are getting ol... Read More

Its A Great Suv With A Tough Look And, Great Performance/ By lowtide55

I have had the 2008 xterra for about a week now, and i love it. I have been on the beach and through the woods already.Pick up is amazing and it looks tough. Its a great SUV for the active lifestyl... Read More

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2007 Nissan Xterra Reviews

Love It By Ken

Fuel economy is not so great, but the ride itself is awesome. Just put in a bit of money to upgrade tires, wheels, and audio system. Not the best off-road vehicle but does decently. I would recommend ... Read More

Gets You Anywhere You Want To Go By Ilya

Solid truck, drove it off-road, on snow & sand. It will get you anywhere in any weather, great truck for going snowboarding in blizzard conditions. Read More

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