2001 Nissan Xterra consumer reviews

This vehicle is amazing at its price. It has only one fault. It's mpg could be a little better. That's it. Period! I own two of these fine machines. They are reliable, rugged, capable, well designed, cool looking and who really cares if it doesn't have a vanity mirror? Really? People love their Xterras. At least they run regular gas, that helps!

Best 4x4 i ever own. Never had problem mechanic it is solid...easy to maintain 4x4 is getting you evrywhete you want i recommande this xterra

I bought this truck used in 2014 or 2015 and the only repairs I've had to do is replace the clutch, the timing belt and water pump, and distributer cap! That's it! About 4 months ago I was told I needed u-joints by one shop but another shop said no but I will be needing a new radiator very soon! That's it! It's got 167,000 miles on it! I change the oil every 4-5,000 miles on it, I don't run it hard, I do drive it through creeks and up and down gravel and sandy "hills" along with in-city every day driving lol!!! This truck performs very well! I couldn't have purchased a better vehicle! I realize that with it's age will come more repairs but what a champ it's been! The body looks great too! I have what I call a steel blue color, a color that they only made a few thousand of from what I understand, I wish I could post a pic! The interior is nice too! I wish I could add a few extras to the truck but I love it just the way it is!!! 😊

I bought a white 2001 Nissan Xterra in Feb of 2019. I have had to replace transmission and gaskets and seals and cultch fan distributer and ect. All this work was done from when I purchased the car to June of 2019. After all the work was done I drove the car all over Texas. I would put on average 200 miles a day on it and fill up about 2-4 times a week depending on how much driving. I am aware it is too heavy and only 2 wheel drive but I can say for what I ha e out it through off road it handles like a 4x4 and you can always get pulled out. I have General Grabber A/T 2s on it and by far the best bang for your buck. The cars old all the speakers are blown out but it’s a nice car to drive. Hearing the sound of the road is nice and very therapeutic. I bought the car with nearly over 200k on it and currently as of March 2020 I have 235k on it. Do wish it was a bigger engine than the v6 3.3 just because of how much the car weighs. One problem for the car being in Texas was the heat shielding over the exhaust manifold which had caused it to crack and fail. I have removed all the unnecessary heat shielding on the car and replace the manifold as well as both cats. Bought I from a cuddy scam artist but the bones of the car where intact even though it was a salvage title car. This car I hope will reach 1 million miles especially with all the money time and work I have put into it. I will not let this car die and will do whatever it takes to get it there. Regular maintenance is key with these cars you can’t fall behind. If you keep oil changes belts and plugs all serviced the car will run forever.

It's a really nice family suv gas saver, and super big trunk, a lot of space, and easy to drive, very confortable for a family of 5

I was sorry to see Nissan stop production of the Xterra, mine has been an exceptionally good vehicle. If they still made them I would buy another on.

If you?re looking for a reliable, safe and rugged vehicle, the 2001 Xterra is it. Great for off-roading and has 5000 pounds towing capacity. Drives well and has good head and leg room.

Great running vehicle I would advise everyone to get a Nissan they run forever never breaks down get you anywhere you got to go with no problems strongly V6 I ever had

This car exceeded so many expectations for a reliable vehicle that will run up to 200k miles and beyond. After 17 years of driving, the interior still looks good, very small tear in driver side upholstery after using it for a daily driver, is incredible. Had some problems with the A/C unit and electrical glitch, my garage tech had to track it down and solve it after a few tries. This car works hard and has held up over the years. Based on this experience, my next vehicle will also be a Nissan.

This was my first car. The car ran pretty well, just a few minor problems that come with age & weren't too expensive. I liked this car a lot until I totaled it in january 2017.