Nissan Xterra V6 2WD

20002004 · 15 configurations

Lowest
15
Average
16
Best
17

The Nissan Xterra V6 2WD has been tested by the EPA across 15 different configurations spanning model years 2000 through 2004. Over this period, the Xterra V6 2WD has achieved combined fuel economy ratings ranging from 15 MPG to 17 MPG, with an overall average of 16 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.

Historical Efficiency

2004
17
2003
17
2002
16
2001
16
2000
16

Safety Rating History

NHTSA typically tests the base platform of a vehicle and does not test every specific trim level. This specific configuration (Xterra V6 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 V6 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
470
Total Deaths
289

Incident Risk Profile

Rollover Rate
29.4%
Fire Occurrence
1.9%
Speeding Involved
18.1%
DUI Involved
21.9%
Primary Impact Zone

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

80%
Front
13%
Side
7%
Rear

Year-by-Year Trend & Severity

2023
Fatal Crashes23
Fatalities
18
Deaths/Crash
0.78
2022
Fatal Crashes49
Fatalities
34
Deaths/Crash
0.69
2021
Fatal Crashes44
Fatalities
28
Deaths/Crash
0.64
2020
Fatal Crashes42
Fatalities
23
Deaths/Crash
0.55
2019
Fatal Crashes46
Fatalities
33
Deaths/Crash
0.72
2018
Fatal Crashes50
Fatalities
31
Deaths/Crash
0.62
2017
Fatal Crashes58
Fatalities
33
Deaths/Crash
0.57
2016
Fatal Crashes45
Fatalities
20
Deaths/Crash
0.44
2015
Fatal Crashes50
Fatalities
32
Deaths/Crash
0.64
2014
Fatal Crashes63
Fatalities
37
Deaths/Crash
0.59

Platform Recall Intelligence

Most Recalled Components

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

Historical Severity Timeline

2004
2
2002
3
2001
2
2000
5
Critical
Moderate
Advisory