Nissan Xterra Road Tests Articles

Three Days in the Valley: 4x4 SUV torture test

Hunger, Death, and the Search for the Most Capable, Least Compromised Off-Roader more

Fleet Update: 2006 Nissan Xterra

One of our editors took our 2006 Nissan Xterra to Reno for a holiday weekend, where it rained and snowed and the streets turned nasty. The rugged Nissan got him home, safe and sound. more

Fleet Update: 2006 Nissan Xterra

Many buyers probably look at a midsize SUV like our 2006 Nissan Xterra and assume it would haul more weight than it actually does-as we did. more

Fleet Update: 2006 Nissan XTerra

What's surprised us with the XTerra is that it doesn't sacrifice on-road comfort, even with the optional Off-Road package. more

Road Test: 2006 Hummer H3 vs. 2006 Jeep Liberty Renegade vs. 2006 Nissan Xterra OR-V6 vs. 2007 Toyota FJ Cruiser

If a dog is man's best friend, then it's conceivable the sport/utility vehicle is man's best tool. And when we say "sport/utility vehicle," we're talking a truck-based, ladder-frame SUV here, not a car-based crossover that's as soft and common as UGG boots. more

Fleet Update: 2006 Nissan Xterra

Our 2006 Nissan Xterra went in for the 7500-mile maintenance and to investigate a warning light from the tire-pressure-monitoring system. We've checked the tire pressures ,and they've been within spec. more

Long-Term Test Arrival: 2006 Nissan Xterra OR-V-6 4x4

As with all winners of Truck of the Year, the 2006 Xterra earns an automatic invite into the Motor Trend garage. more

First Drive: 2005 Nissan Xterra

Ever date a cute girl with a lot of sisters? Naturally, one of them is a bit too big, another a bit too dressed up, and the rest are just too loud. more

First Look: 2005 Nissan Xterra

Since the 2003 model year, Nissan's entire line of trucks, SUVs, and vans has completely changed, starting with the new Murano and redesigned Quest and then with the launch of the Titan and Armada. more

One-Year Test Update: 2000 Nissan Xterra

One-Year Test Update: The Xterra always seems to draw road-trip duty. more

Overlander Outfitters Xterra - Performance Trends

What's Hot:* Wheels and tires improve ride, handling, and off-road performance* Aftermarket i... more

2000 Nissan Xterra - Motor Trend's 2000 Sport/Utility Of The Year

The sport/utility market is still growing at an alarming rate, with no end in sight. Every year, ... more

2000 Nissan Xterra - First Look

We've told you about it. We've shown you artist's renderings. And now, here are the first exclusi... more