Nissan Xterra 4WD

20052015 · 22 configurations

Lowest
16
Average
17
Best
17

The Nissan Xterra 4WD has been tested by the EPA across 22 different configurations spanning model years 2005 through 2015. Over this period, the Xterra 4WD has achieved combined fuel economy ratings ranging from 16 MPG to 17 MPG, with an overall average of 17 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 4-Wheel Drive
Automatic 5-spdRegular
$3,500152017MPG
2015
4L 6-cyl 4-Wheel Drive
Manual 6-spdRegular
$3,500152017MPG
2014
4L 6-cyl 4-Wheel Drive
Automatic 5-spdRegular
$3,500152017MPG
2014
4L 6-cyl 4-Wheel Drive
Manual 6-spdRegular
$3,500162017MPG
2013
4L 6-cyl 4-Wheel Drive
Automatic 5-spdRegular
$3,500152017MPG
2013
4L 6-cyl 4-Wheel Drive
Manual 6-spdRegular
$3,500162017MPG
2012
4L 6-cyl 4-Wheel Drive
Automatic 5-spdRegular
$3,500152017MPG
2012
4L 6-cyl 4-Wheel Drive
Manual 6-spdRegular
$3,500162017MPG
2011
4L 6-cyl 4-Wheel Drive
Automatic 5-spdRegular
$3,500152017MPG
2011
4L 6-cyl 4-Wheel Drive
Manual 6-spdRegular
$3,500162017MPG
2010
4L 6-cyl 4-Wheel Drive
Automatic 5-spdRegular
$3,500152017MPG
2010
4L 6-cyl 4-Wheel Drive
Manual 6-spdRegular
$3,500162017MPG
2009
4L 6-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Manual 6-spdRegular
$3,500162017MPG
2009
4L 6-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 5-spdRegular
$3,500152017MPG
2008
4L 6-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 5-spdRegular
$3,750142016MPG
2008
4L 6-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Manual 6-spdRegular
$3,500162017MPG
2007
4L 6-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 5-spdRegular
$3,750141916MPG
2007
4L 6-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Manual 6-spdRegular
$3,500162017MPG
2006
4L 6-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 5-spdRegular
$3,750141916MPG
2006
4L 6-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Manual 6-spdRegular
$3,500151917MPG
2005
4L 6-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 5-spdRegular
$3,750141916MPG
2005
4L 6-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Manual 6-spdRegular
$3,500151917MPG

Historical Efficiency

2015
17
2014
17
2013
17
2012
17
2011
17
2010
17
2009
17
2008
17
2007
17
2006
17
2005
17

Safety Rating History

NHTSA typically tests the base platform of a vehicle and does not test every specific trim level. This specific configuration (Xterra 4WD) 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 4WD. 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
384
Total Deaths
168

Incident Risk Profile

Rollover Rate
22.9%
Fire Occurrence
1.8%
Speeding Involved
14.1%
DUI Involved
19.0%
Primary Impact Zone

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

79%
Front
12%
Side
9%
Rear

Year-by-Year Trend & Severity

2023
Fatal Crashes44
Fatalities
21
Deaths/Crash
0.48
2022
Fatal Crashes28
Fatalities
13
Deaths/Crash
0.46
2021
Fatal Crashes41
Fatalities
25
Deaths/Crash
0.61
2020
Fatal Crashes40
Fatalities
23
Deaths/Crash
0.57
2019
Fatal Crashes37
Fatalities
22
Deaths/Crash
0.59
2018
Fatal Crashes43
Fatalities
13
Deaths/Crash
0.30
2017
Fatal Crashes39
Fatalities
11
Deaths/Crash
0.28
2016
Fatal Crashes38
Fatalities
14
Deaths/Crash
0.37
2015
Fatal Crashes38
Fatalities
12
Deaths/Crash
0.32
2014
Fatal Crashes36
Fatalities
14
Deaths/Crash
0.39

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
6
Critical
Moderate
Advisory