Nissan Xterra 2WD

20002015 · 22 configurations

Lowest
16
Average
18
Best
19

The Nissan Xterra 2WD has been tested by the EPA across 22 different configurations spanning model years 2000 through 2015. Over this period, the Xterra 2WD has achieved combined fuel economy ratings ranging from 16 MPG to 19 MPG, with an overall average of 18 MPG across all engine, transmission, and drivetrain combinations. Below you will find a comprehensive breakdown of every tested configuration, organized by model year. Click any row to view detailed specifications, emissions data, and annual fuel cost estimates for that specific vehicle.

All Configurations

Year Powertrain Annual Cost City Hwy Comb MPGCompare
2015
4L 6-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 5-spdRegular
$3,300162218MPG
2014
4L 6-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 5-spdRegular
$3,300162218MPG
2013
4L 6-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 5-spdRegular
$3,300162218MPG
2012
4L 6-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 5-spdRegular
$3,300162218MPG
2011
4L 6-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 5-spdRegular
$3,300162218MPG
2010
4L 6-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 5-spdRegular
$3,500152117MPG
2010
4L 6-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Manual 6-spdRegular
$3,300162018MPG
2009
4L 6-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Manual 6-spdRegular
$3,300162018MPG
2009
4L 6-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 5-spdRegular
$3,500152117MPG
2008
4L 6-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 5-spdRegular
$3,500152017MPG
2008
4L 6-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Manual 6-spdRegular
$3,500162017MPG
2007
4L 6-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 5-spdRegular
$3,500152017MPG
2007
4L 6-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Manual 6-spdRegular
$3,500162017MPG
2006
4L 6-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 5-spdRegular
$3,750142016MPG
2006
4L 6-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Manual 6-spdRegular
$3,500152017MPG
2005
4L 6-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 5-spdRegular
$3,750142016MPG
2005
4L 6-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Manual 6-spdRegular
$3,500152117MPG
2004
2.4L 4-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$3,150172319MPG
2003
2.4L 4-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$3,150172219MPG
2002
2.4L 4-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$3,150172219MPG
2001
2.4L 4-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$3,150172219MPG
2000
2.4L 4-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$3,150172219MPG

Historical Efficiency

2015
18
2014
18
2013
18
2012
18
2011
18
2010
18
2009
18
2008
17
2007
17
2006
17
2005
17
2004
19
2003
19
2002
19
2001
19
2000
19

Safety Rating History

NHTSA typically tests the base platform of a vehicle and does not test every specific trim level. This specific configuration (Xterra 2WD) has not been independently rated.

Complaint & Incident History

The data below represents all official consumer complaints reported to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the Nissan Xterra 2WD. Click on any year to drill down and read the unedited, raw problem narratives submitted directly by vehicle owners.

Fatal Crash History (FARS)

The Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) is a nationwide census providing NHTSA, Congress and the American public yearly data regarding fatal injuries suffered in motor vehicle traffic crashes. The data below represents historical totals for the Nissan Nissan/Datsun Xterra grouping as reported by the NHTSA.

Total Fatal Crashes
854
Total Deaths
457

Incident Risk Profile

Rollover Rate
26.5%
Fire Occurrence
1.9%
Speeding Involved
16.3%
DUI Involved
20.6%
Primary Impact Zone

Breakdown of the initial point of impact across all fatal collisions involving this model.

79%
Front
13%
Side
8%
Rear

Year-by-Year Trend & Severity

2023
Fatal Crashes67
Fatalities
39
Deaths/Crash
0.58
2022
Fatal Crashes77
Fatalities
47
Deaths/Crash
0.61
2021
Fatal Crashes85
Fatalities
53
Deaths/Crash
0.62
2020
Fatal Crashes82
Fatalities
46
Deaths/Crash
0.56
2019
Fatal Crashes83
Fatalities
55
Deaths/Crash
0.66
2018
Fatal Crashes93
Fatalities
44
Deaths/Crash
0.47
2017
Fatal Crashes97
Fatalities
44
Deaths/Crash
0.45
2016
Fatal Crashes83
Fatalities
34
Deaths/Crash
0.41
2015
Fatal Crashes88
Fatalities
44
Deaths/Crash
0.50
2014
Fatal Crashes99
Fatalities
51
Deaths/Crash
0.52

Platform Recall Intelligence

Most Recalled Components

Tip: Click any component bar to view detailed recall narratives.

Historical Severity Timeline

2012
1
2011
1
2010
2
2009
1
2008
5
2006
1
2005
5
2004
2
2002
3
2001
2
2000
5
Critical
Moderate
Advisory