Nissan Xterra#N50

{{Infobox automobile

| name = First generation

| image = 2001Xterra.JPG

| model_code = WD22

| aka = Nissan Paladin (China)
Nissan Roniz (Iran)

| production = {{ubl

| April 19, 1999{{cite web | url=http://latimes.com/archives/la-xpm-1999-apr-20-fi-29098-story.html | title=Nissan Hopes New SUV, Redesigned Cars Give Sales a Lift | website=Los Angeles Times | date=April 20, 1999 }} – 2004 (United States)

| 1999–2009 (Iran)

| 2003–2008 (Brazil){{cite magazine | magazine = Quatro Rodas | url = https://quatrorodas.abril.com.br/noticias/nissan-x-terra-ressurge-como-concorrente-de-sw4-e-trailblazer | archive-url = https://web.archive.org/web/20201125170028/https://quatrorodas.abril.com.br/noticias/nissan-x-terra-ressurge-como-concorrente-de-sw4-e-trailblazer/ | archive-date = 2020-11-25 | title = Nissan X-Terra ressurge como concorrente de SW4 e Trailblazer | trans-title = Nissan X-Terra re-emerges as a competitor to SW4 and Trailblazer | first = Henrique | last = Rodriguez | date = 2020-11-25 | publisher = Abril Mídia S A. | language = pt-br }}

| 2003–2015 (China)

}}

| assembly = {{ubl

| United States: Smyrna, Tennessee (NSAP)

| Brazil: São José dos Pinhais

| China: Zhengzhou, Henan (Zhengzhou Nissan)

| Iran: Karaj

}}

| designer = Tom Semple with Robert Bauer and Diane Allen{{cite web |url=http://4wheeldrive.about.com/library/weekly/aa062101b.htm |title=Women Designed SUVs |access-date=June 12, 2014 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140712182041/http://4wheeldrive.about.com/library/weekly/aa062101b.htm |archive-date=July 12, 2014 }}

| related = Nissan Frontier (D22)
Nissan Pathfinder (R50)

| engine = {{ubl

| Gasoline:

| 2.4 L KA24DE I4

| 3.3 L VG33E V6

| 3.3 L VG33ER supercharged V6

| Diesel:

| 2.8 L MWM 4.07TCA TDI I4

| 2.8 L MWM 4.07TCE TDI CRD I4

}}

| transmission = 4-speed automatic
5-speed manual

| wheelbase = {{convert|2650|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}

| length = {{convert|4522|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}

| width = {{convert|1788|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}

| height = {{convert|1834-1879|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}

| model_years = 2000–2004

}}

The Xterra was developed in 1999 at (then) Nissan Design International in California. Designed to be "about what people do with the vehicle, as much as what the vehicle can do,” it was introduced in North America in the 2000 model year in two trim levels, XE and SE.

The base XE featured a {{convert|143|hp|kW|0|abbr=on}} KA24DE I4, rear-wheel 2WD, 5-speed manual transmission, and steel wheels, and a roof rack (rated for a load up to 125lbs). Options included a 170-horsepower 3.3 L VG33E SOHC V6 engine, 4-speed automatic transmission, and part-time 4WD. The SE featured standard equipment that was optional on an XE, including 4WD, side step-rails, and moonroof. All models featured removable, tab-secured rear seat cushions to accommodate a fold-flat rear seat back. Canadian models from 1999 to 2004 were limited to the VG33E V6 engine with part-time 4WD.

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All updates for the 2002 Xterra were executed at the Nissan Technical Center-North America in Farmington Hills, Michigan. It was again available both in rear-wheel 2WD and part-time 4WD models.

The facelifted model debuted at the 2001 Chicago Auto Show with an optional supercharged V6 engine option, revised front-end styling with rounded headlights and raised hood (48mm), revised instrument panel with three round gauges in grey trim (XE) or blue (SE), revised HVAC controls, console with side map pocket, 25 percent larger glove box, map lamp with integrated compass (SE), pull-out rear cup holders, four interior power points, revised new seat fabrics, standard variable intermittent front windshield wipers and rear wiper, optional 300-watt audio system, foot-operated pedal parking brake replacing the dash-mounted pull-and-twist parking brake — and an increase of 10 horsepower for the V6 engine.

The 3.3L VG33E V6 was upgraded to {{cvt|180|hp|kW|0}} at 4,800 rpm and {{cvt|202|lbft|Nm|0}} at 2,800 rpm on the XE and SE models. A {{convert|210|hp|kW|0|abbr=on}} Eaton M62 supercharged VG33ER option (carried over from the 2001 Nissan Frontier) was made available only on the SE S/C version. It produced {{convert|246|lbft|Nm|0|abbr=on}} of torque for the automatic, and {{convert|231|lbft|Nm|0|abbr=on}} of torque with 5-speed manual.

For 2003 the front seats received additional adjustability with added lumbar support and in SE models the available 6-disc, 4-speaker AM/FM/CD audio system was replaced by a 6-speaker 300W Rockford Fosgate AM/FM/CD audio system with an 8-inch subwoofer that took up a small portion of the rear storage area. The last of the 2004 model year Xterras were manufactured in January 2005.

The Xterra entered production in Brazil in June 2003, being assembled in the Renault-Nissan Alliance commercial vehicle plant in São José dos Pinhais.{{cite web | url = https://www.just-auto.com/news/exclusive-brazil-nissan-launches-locally-made-diesel-xterra-suv/ | archive-url = https://web.archive.org/web/20220924203538/https://www.just-auto.com/news/exclusive-brazil-nissan-launches-locally-made-diesel-xterra-suv/ | archive-date = 2022-09-24 | title = Exclusive: Brazil: Nissan launches locally made diesel Xterra SUV | first = B. | last = Cusack | work = Just Auto | publisher = Verdict Media Limited | date = 2003-06-11 }} Renault-Nissan had already been building the related Nissan Frontier pickup truck since June 2002. The Brazilian-made Xterra was equipped with a locally built, MWM Sprint 2.8-liter turbodiesel four-cylinder engine developing {{cvt|132|PS|kW hp|0}} at 3,600 rpm. Torque rating is {{cvt|34.7|kgm|Nm lbft|0|order=out}} at 1,800 rpm.

For the 2006 model year, MWM updated the engine to include common rail injection and an electronic control unit; hence known as the "Eletronic". Power increased to {{cvt|140|PS|kW hp|0}} at 3,400 rpm; claimed torque remained unchanged but at a somewhat lower 1,700 rpm.{{cite web | url = https://www.icarros.com.br/nissan/xterra/2006/ficha-tecnica | archive-url = https://web.archive.org/web/20241116194159/https://www.icarros.com.br/nissan/xterra/2006/ficha-tecnica | archive-date = 2024-11-16 | work = iCarros | title = Ficha técnica: Nissan XTerra 2006 | trans-title = Technical data | language = pt-br }}

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{{Infobox automobile

| name = Second generation

| image = 2nd Nissan Xterra .jpg

| model_code = N50

| production = January 2005 – 2015

| model_years = 2005–2015

| assembly = {{ubl

| United States: Smyrna, Tennessee (NSAP; 2005–2012); Canton, Mississippi (Nissan North America; 2012–2015)

}}

| platform = Nissan F-Alpha platform

| related = {{unbulleted list

| Nissan Pathfinder (R51)

| Nissan Navara/Frontier (D40)

}}

| engine = {{unbulleted list

| Gasoline:

| 4.0 L VQ40DE V6[https://www.engine-specs.net/nissan/vq40de.html] VQ40DE engine, engine-specs.net

}}

| powerout = {{convert|261|hp|PS kW|abbr=on}}

| transmission = 5-speed automatic
6-speed manual

| wheelbase = {{convert|2700|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}

| length = {{convert|4539|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}

| width = {{convert|1849|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}

| height = {{convert|1902|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}

| weight = 4,140–4,425 lb

}}

The second generation Xterra{{cite web|url=http://usatoday30.usatoday.com/money/autos/reviews/healey/2005-01-13-drive-xterra_x.htm |title= Pleasing persona outweighs 2005 Xterra's glitches | first = James R. | last = Healey | work=USA Today |date=January 13, 2005 |accessdate=August 1, 2022}} debuted at the New York International Auto Show in 2004 and entered showrooms in early 2005 for the 2005 model year. Sharing Nissan's F-Alpha platform with the Titan and Armada,[http://nissannews.com/en-US/nissan/usa/channels/us-united-states-nissan-models-xterra/presskits/us-2014-nissan-xterra-press-kit 2014 Nissan Xterra Press Kit] it was larger in all dimensions than its predecessor.{{cite web |url=http://trucks.about.com/cs/suvreviews/a/2005_xterra.htm |title=Intro to the 2005 Nissan Xterra - Specs and Features for the All-New Xterra | work = about.com Trucks|access-date=June 3, 2014 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140607010038/http://trucks.about.com/cs/suvreviews/a/2005_xterra.htm |archive-date=June 7, 2014 }}{{cite web|url=http://www.rockcrawler.com/features/newsshorts/05january/xterra_production.asp |title=Nissan Begins Production of 2005 Xterra |publisher=Rockcrawler.Com |date=January 7, 2005 |accessdate=August 1, 2022}} The standard engine was upgraded to Nissan's 4.0 L VQ40DE variable valve timing DOHC V6, producing {{convert|261|hp|abbr=on}} and {{convert|281|lbft|Nm|0|abbr=on}} of torque.

Early US models include X, S, and PRO-4X, with a choice of 6-speed manual or 5-speed automatic transmissions, a choice of part-time 4-wheel drive or 2-wheel drive.{{cite web |title=2014 Nissan Frontier, Xterra Priced |url=http://blogs.automotive.com/2014-nissan-frontier-xterra-priced-156651.html |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20131206034650/http://blogs.automotive.com/2014-nissan-frontier-xterra-priced-156651.html |archive-date=December 6, 2013 | first = Megan | last = Stewart | date = November 18, 2013 | work = Automotive.com }} The M226 rear axle with a Dana 44 differential was standard on all manual transmission equipped models as well as all PRO-4X and off-road models. The PRO-4X and off-road also came standard with an electronic rear locking differential and either hill descent/start control or clutch interlock bypass switch on automatic and manual examples respectively.

File:Nissan Xterra -- 04-22-2010.jpg

File:Driver's Side - 2012 Nissan Xterra Pro-4X (7549937958).jpg

The Xterra received a facelift for 2009 (July 2008 production) with more options and colors, optional leather seats on SE models, new grille and front bumper, silver painted rear bumper and roof rack, and roof mounted lights on off-road models. The last year of the Nissan Xterra in Mexico was 2008. In 2012, production was moved from Smyrna, Tennessee, to Nissan's facility in Canton, Mississippi.

Other changes include:

• New HVAC controls and standard audio system.
• Available Bluetooth Hands-free Phone System, steering wheel audio controls and sunglass holder (overhead console) on all grade levels, except X model.
• Removed plastic engine cover.

• Changed name of off-road model to PRO-4X. (2011)
• Offered optional updated NissanConnect with 4.3 or 5.8 inch screen and smartphone integration for iPhone and Android, allowing the user to connect with Pandora, iHeartRadio, Facebook and more. Capabilities include SiriusXM (subscription required, sold separately), streaming audio via Bluetooth, Hands-free Text Messaging Assistant and audio voice recognition. (2013)
• New 16-inch aluminum-alloy wheel designs for the S and PRO-4X. (2014)
• Heated front seats available on PRO-4X. (2014)
• Available rear backup camera. (2014)

The Xterra was discontinued in the U.S. after the 2015 model year. Poor fuel economy, declining sales, and mandated upgrades to safety and emissions were cited as reasons.{{cite web|url=http://www.edmunds.com/car-news/nissan-xterra-discontinued-in-u-s.html|title=Nissan Xterra Discontinued in U.S.|publisher=edmunds.com|date=February 23, 2015|access-date=July 18, 2016}}{{cite web|url=http://blog.caranddriver.com/xtra-xtra-nissan-xterra-confirmed-to-die-after-2015-model-year|title=Xtra! Xtra! Nissan Xterra Confirmed to Die After 2015 Model Year|work=Car and Driver |date=August 18, 2015 | archive-date=February 27, 2018|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20180227062147/https://blog.caranddriver.com/xtra-xtra-nissan-xterra-confirmed-to-die-after-2015-model-year/ | first = Alexander | last = Stoklosa }}

• 2000 Motor Trend{{'}}s Sport Utility of the Year{{cite web

|title = The Numbers Behind The Nissan Xterra's Demise

|publisher = The Truth About Cars

|first = Timothy | last = Cain

|date = March 11, 2015

|url = https://www.thetruthaboutcars.com/2015/03/nissan-xterra-dead-numbers-behind-nissan-offroaders-demise/}}

• 2000 North American Truck of the Year
• 2000 New England Motor Press Association's Winter Vehicle Award of New England for Best in Class – Mini Sport Utility
• 2001 Named Top Car by AAA New Car and Truck Buying Guide
• 2005 Named on the Automobile Magazine{{'}}s 50 Great New Cars list
• 2006 Nominated as North American Truck of the Year
• 2006 Motor Trend{{'}}s Sport Utility of the Year
• 2006 Motor Trend{{'}}s Truck Trend's Best Little-Guy SUV Award
• 2006 Car and Driver Rock-Hopper SUV Winner.[http://www.caranddriver.com/comparisons/10776/rock-hopper-suvs.html Rock-Hopper 2006 Competition] Car and Driver.com, April 2006. Retrieved June 11, 2007.
• 2006 4×4 of the Year award from Petersen's 4-Wheel and Off-Road magazine.
• 2006 Edmunds.com Editor's Most Wanted Vehicle
• 2009 4Wheeler Magazine{{'}}s SUV of the Year
• 2010 U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's highest Side-impact Safety Rating (five stars)

In 2001, the advertising firm of TBWA\Chiat\Day won the Grand Effie, a global marketing award, for its introductory advertising campaign for the original Xterra — postitioning the Xterra as reliable and functional outdoor gear, captured in the marketing tagline “Everything You Need, Nothing You Don't.”

File:Nissan Paladin China 2014-04-25.jpg

All Nissan-produced Xterras manufactured outside the U.S. were built in São José dos Pinhais, Brazil until 2007. (Nissan ceased Brazilian production entirely in 2007.) It is built under license by Pars Khodro in Iran as the Nissan Roniz, and in China by Zhengzhou Nissan Automobile as the Nissan Paladin from 2003 to 2013. The Paladin uses the same chassis and running gear as the first generation Nissan Xterra, and the 2.4L KA24DE engine mated to a 5-speed manual transmission. The front end is from the local Pickup. (The second generation Xterra model is only available in North America.) Other difference between the American Xterra and its Chinese counterparts is the parking brake actuator, a pedal with a pull-handle release in America, and a lever in China.

Dongfeng Motors produced a Chinese version of the first generation Xterra called the Oting from 2007 to 2015. It was available with the 2.4-liter 4G64 and 4G69 or a 2.5-liter turbo-diesel engine paired with a 5-speed manual gearbox.

In comparison to pricing, the Chinese market Nissan Paladin was priced at 159,800 to 244,800 RMB (25,264 to US$38,702) while the Oting was priced at 119,800 to 154,800 RMB (18,940 to US$24,473). Trim levels for the Paladin were called the 2WD S, 2WD C, 2WD L, 2WD E, 4WD S, 4WD C, 4WD L and 4WD E.{{cite web|url=http://chinaautoweb.com/car-models/nissan-paladin/|title = China Auto Web}} Trim levels for the Oting were called the China III MT L, China III MT E, China III AT L, China IV MT L, China IV MT E, Diesel 2WD and the Diesel 4WD.{{cite web|url=http://chinaautoweb.com/car-models/dongfeng-oting/|title = China Auto Web}}

File:Nissan Paladin facelift China 2012-06-02.JPG|Dongfeng Oting with Nissan badge

File:Dongfeng Oting facelift 01 China 2016-04-08.jpg|Dongfeng Oting

File:Dongfeng Oting facelift 02 China 2016-04-08.jpg|Dongfeng Oting rear view

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Following the Xterra's discontinuation from the U.S. market in 2015, Nissan began testing the D23 Navara-based SUV.{{cite web|url=http://www.carbuzz.com/news/2016/9/14/Is-This-Proof-The-Nissan-Xterra-May-Be-Back-After-All-7735467/|title = Is This Proof the Nissan Xterra May be Back After All?| first = Gabe | last = Beita-Kiser | work = CarBuzz | date = September 14, 2016}}{{cite web|url=http://www.carbuzz.com/news/2016/5/25/Nissan-Is-Prepping-One-Of-The-Best-SUVs-The-US-Will-Probably-Never-Get-7733718/|title=Nissan is Prepping One of the Best SUVs the US Will Probably Never Get|date=May 25, 2016}} The SUV, later named Terra, made its debut in Asia in March 2018, and the updated version was released in the Middle East in November 2020 under the X-Terra name.{{Cite web |last=Padeanu |first=Adrian |title=2021 Nissan X-Terra Brings Back A Familiar Name For New-Ish 3-Row SUV |url=https://www.motor1.com/news/456495/2021-nissan-x-terra-reveal/ |access-date=2023-09-18 |website=Motor1.com |language=en}}

(Source: US sales figures 2005-17 only; Canada 2012-2016 only.{{cite web|url=https://www.goodcarbadcar.net/nissan-xterra-sales-figures/|title=Nissan Xterra Sales Figures|publisher=Good Car Bad Car|access-date=September 19, 2023}})

{{Reflist}}

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• [http://www.nissanusa.com/xterra/index.html Nissan USA] {{Webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20120511234205/http://www.nissanusa.com/xterra/index.html |date=May 11, 2012 }} – Official American site
• [https://web.archive.org/web/20050706025155/http://www.nissan.com.cn/vehicles/paladin/index.asp Official site on Nissan China]
• A story of Nissan Paladin and the Chinese team in a 2005 long-distance auto race (Dakar 2005) from this website: [https://web.archive.org/web/20060302171919/http://nissan-dakar.com/EN/RACE/DAKAR2005/REPORT/BIVOUAC/OTHER/20050112.html Nissan Motorsports website]

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