2001 Nissan Xterra Review (continued)
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Summary

The Nissan Xterra is a solid contender in the nuts-and-bolts department. It's highly functional and a winner in the style department. The decision is in the details. You have to look at the things that make it distinctive, look at the price, and decide how much value you place on being cool.

(Source: New Cars Test Drive)

Model Line Overview

Model Lineup:	XE, XE V6, SE
Engines:	3.3-liter SOHC 12v V6
Transmissions:	4-speed automatic
Saftey Equipment (standard):	4-wheel ABS, dual airbags, front seatbelt pre-tensioners with load limiters, side-door beams, front and rear crumple zones, hood buckling creases, child-safety rear door locks standard
Saftey Equipment (optional):
Basic Warranty:	3 years/36,000 miles
Assembled In:	Smyrna, Tennessee

Specifications As Tested

Model Tested (MSRP):	XE V6 4x4 ($21,049)
Standard Equipment:	(XE) air conditioning, assist grips, cargo tie-down hooks, full carpeting, center console, electric rear window defroster, black rear privacy glass, cargo area light, luggage rack w cross bars, dual manual mirrors, AM/FM/CD w six speakers, front bucket seats, rear 50/50 split fold down bench, skid plates (fuel tank and engine), front and rear stabilizer bars, power steering, cargo area storage bins, tachometer, dual tripmeters, cloth upholstery, styled steel wheels
Options As Tested (MSRP):	automatic transmission ($1000); Power Package ($1299) includes power windows, power door locks, power mirrors, remote keyless entry, security system, cruise control, door trim panels with cloth inserts, map lights; Utility Package ($699) includes rear window wiper/washer, auxiliary front and rear power outlets, ceiling tie-down hooks, first aid kit, retractable cargo cover, tilt steering column, tubular step rails, variable intermittent front wipers, P265/70R15 tires, wheel opening moldings
Destination Charge:	520
Gas Guzzler Tax:
Price As Tested (MSRP):	23876
Layout:	four-wheel drive
Horsepower (hp @ rpm):	170 @ 4800
Torque (lb.-ft. @ rpm):	200 @ 2800
Transmission:	4-speed automatic
EPA fuel economy, city/hwy:	15/19
Wheelbase:	104.3
Length/width/height:	178/78.7/74
Track, f/r:	60/59.3
Turning circle:	35.4
Seating capacity:	5
Head/hip/leg room, f:	38.6/52/41.4
Head/hip/leg room, m:
Head/hip/leg room, r:	37.8/51.9/32.8
Cargo volume:	65.6 cu. ft. (seats down), 44.5 cu. ft. (seats up)
Payload:
Towing capacity:	5000
Suspension, f:	double-wishbone
Suspension, r:	leaf springs, solid axle
Ground clearance:	9.2
Curb weight:	4130
Tires:	P265/70R15 all-season
Brakes, f/r:	disc/drum with ABS
Fuel capacity:	19.4