2001 Nissan X-Terra review from North America
"A dependable truck with absolutely no power"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
The window mounts for the electric windows have broken on both front windows and the rear driver's side window. All were repaired under warranty, but the parts were on back order. Possibly a sign of a recurring problem.
General comments?
My wife loves this car and refuses to part with it.
The truck has approximately 170HP, with the low gearing and weight of the vehicle this doesn't add up to a good driving experience. I wouldn't even attempt to tow anything.
I like the interior setup and the added height of the rear seats.
The handling is nothing spectacular, but adequate for an SUV.
Excellent turning radius, better than my sports car.
Phenominal ground clearance, although I've never had the urge to take it off road.
Horrible gas mileage. This is my biggest complaint about the vehicle. It's obvious that the truck is underpowered, so I can't figure out how it gets near 15 miles per gallon without pulling anything.
I'd consider buying another one if the manufacturer adds significant power or does something about the gas mileage. I'd happily pay for the gas if only there was something to show for it.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 2000 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 3.3 V6 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 6/10 |
| Reliability marks | 9/10 |
| Comfort marks | 8/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 10/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 6/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 0 miles |
| Most recent distance | 35000 miles |
| Previous car | Plymouth Grand Voyager |
| Date of Entry | 3rd May, 2003 |