How much does the Nissan Xterra cost in today's market?

Used Nissan Xterra prices span a wide range depending on model year. Here's what the market looks like right now:

The Nissan Xterra's current nationwide average price is $11,269, and its year-round low is $10,837.50. That gives you a useful snapshot of where this model sits right now across all available years in the data. Recently, prices have come down for the 2014 and 2015 models, making now a good time to shop recent model years.

Is the Nissan Xterra a good car?

Yes — the Nissan Xterra has a strong reputation with owners across the model years in this data.

The all-generations owner rating is 4.47/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently praise its rugged build, off-road capability, and roomy interior. Many also appreciate its dependable nature and the sense that it works well for adventure-focused driving.

16.8% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Nissan Xterra models reliable?

Owners consistently describe the Nissan Xterra as sturdy, dependable, and well suited to long-term ownership. Expert feedback also points to strong off-road capability and a durable overall character.

• Owners rate the Nissan Xterra between 4.8 and 5.0 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For used buyers, that combination of owner confidence and rugged design suggests a solid long-term ownership outlook.

What should I look for when buying a used Nissan Xterra?

Across all model years, at 61.4% accident-free, a meaningful share of listings has prior incidents — history verification is especially important.

What Nissan Xterra do most buyers choose?

The Nissan Xterra years with the most listings are 2014 and 2015.

Higher-volume years often draw more shoppers because they give you more inventory to compare and more chances to find the right price and condition. They also tend to be the easiest years to shop when you want a broader selection.

What is the Nissan Xterra's resale value?

Prices are moving down for both model years shown here, which can work in your favor if you're shopping used. The changes are small, so values are shifting gradually rather than sharply. That makes these years appealing if you want a recent Xterra with a relatively stable price profile.

The 2015 and 2014 model years have held their value best, with the smallest year-over-year price changes.

Should I buy a used Nissan Xterra now or wait for the next model?

Buy now if:

• Price trend: The 2014 model is at −1.79% versus a year ago.
• Deal availability: The 2014 model has 23.7% good and great deals.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2014 model has the most listings at a current average price of $12,081.

If you're buying used today, the 2014 model year offers the best mix of value and availability. If you want the newest version, it may be worth waiting for 2016 inventory to mature.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from August 28, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.