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2007 nissan xterra review this car review is specific to this model, not the actual vehicle for sale. Authentic alternative to the suburban suv. introductionin a market crowded with high-posture poseurs, the nissan xterra is the genuine article: a real, safari-grade adventure vehicle that still handles everyday life on pavement with refinement and aplomb. like the nissan pathfinder, the xterra grew up a few years ago, abandoning its compact-suv past to join the ranks of mid-size, family-friendly sport utilities. Both models now share nissan's f-alpha platform, which underpins the full-size titan pickup and armada suv. As a result, pathfinder and xterra are both exceptionally capable off-road vehicles. And don't look for leather, even on the options list. From the titan and armada it has inherited a well-engineered, fully boxed ladder frame. Sophisticated electronics help maintain traction and stability over all kinds of uncertain terrain. Power comes via a 4. 0-liter version of nissan's acclaimed vq v6 used in the 350z. changes for 2007 are minor, and consist entirely of shuffling content at the various trim levels. All models are powered by the 4. 0-liter v6. Still, it's definitely a base model, with a six-speed manual transmission, roll-up windows, manual windows and door locks, and 16-inch steel wheels. An optional power package 1,150) adds power door locks, mirrors and windows; remote keyless entry; cruise control; sunvisor mirrors and extenders; and a vehicle security system with an immobilizer. xterra s 22,300) comes with all of the above (including the contents of the power package), and adds driver's seat lumbar support, remote hatch opener, roof rack cross bars and aluminum-alloy wheels. An exclusive option for the s-model is the utility package 650), which includes sturdy step rails, a cargo net, a flat-folding passenger seat for carrying long cargo, a map pocket in the back of the driver's seat, and a first-aid kit that fits inside the xterra's signature tailgate bulge. xterra off-road 26,200), available in 4wd only for 2007, adds exclusive off-road features such as electronic hill descent control and hill assist; a locking rear differential; gas-pressurized bilstein shock absorbers; skid plates; and 265/75r16 b. Goodrich rugged trail t/a tires. The utility package comes standard except for the step rails, which could impede xtreme rock-climbing. Off-road models come with unique blue or graphite seat fabric and a leather-wrapped steering wheel. xterra se 25,900) comes with the utility package but skips the serious rock-climbing gear for a more luxurious ambiance. The se comes with a 380-watt rockford-fosgate audio system that adds a six-disc in-dash changer, eight speakers plus subwoofer, steering wheel controls, mp3/cd capability and an auxiliary jack for an ipod or similar device. The system is satellite-ready, and has speed-sensitive volume control. Automatic transmission is standard. The se comes with foglights and 265/65r17 tires on 17-inch wheels. the rockford-fosgate stereo is optional 900) on off-road models. Xm or sirius satellite radio are optional 350) on off-road and se. A tow package 450) is available on all but x, as are a cargo organizer 150), retractable cargo cover 80), in-cabin microfilter 60), and an auto-dimming rear-view mirror with compass 240). safety equipment for all xterras includes an advanced air bag system, which consists of dual-stage front supplemental air bags with seat belt sensors and a front occupant classification sensor. Also standard are three-point seat belts for all rear seat occupants (including the center-rear position) and a child seat anchor system. A supplemental airbag package 700), optional for all models, includes side-impact air bags, a rollover sensor, and side curtain air bags. Side mirrors are large and rectangular. Wheel wells are accentuated with squared-off lines, adding muscular shoulders to the xterra's stance. The bodywork is intended to suggest off-road performance. at the same time, xterra still projects a high-utility image. A largely tubular roof rack adds size and a look of no-nonsense purpose. Side steps create easy access to the roof rack, a functional addition underscoring the utility of the roof rack and its integrated cargo box. The angled c-pillar carries nissan's signature high-mounted rear door handles, a unique design trait that visually links the new xterra with the original, as well as with the rest of the nissan suv family, the pathfinder and the armada. interiorthe nissan xterra is roomy inside, roomier than other suvs in this price class. Second-row seating is stadium-style, meaning that the rear passengers can see over the front-seat occupants. cargo capability is a priority. The rear seat folds down when needed, and the front passenger seat also folds flat, meaning that lengthy recreational gear or lumber can be more easily accommodated. After all, the xterra is no poser. It's not a mommymobile masquerading as a rugged suv for outdoors types. It is, in fact, a rugged suv for outdoors types. the center-console storage area and dashboard glove box are both generously sized, and there is also additional instrument panel storage. The cargo area has easily cleaned flooring and a total of 10 utility hooks. In fact, xterra's inside-rear is set up to handle anything the roof rack can't, such as a dirty dog or muddy gear. There is an adjustable channel system on the cargo floor making it easier to secure bike racks. A built-in first-aid kit is included with the off-road and se grades. the rockford fosgate stereo sounds good. Getting good sound in an suv interior can be difficult, since there are many hard surfaces combined with soft shapes to reflect and muffle sound. In this case, 380 watts, eight speakers and a subwoofer carry the day. driving impressionthe nissan xterra is an excellent choice for outdoor adventures. It cruises well on the highway. That's important because outdoor adventures often involve many miles of highway travel. the automatic transmission, a five-speed overdrive unit, wins points around town. For commuting or driving in traffic, we prefer it. But on the open road, the six-speed manual is a sweet gearbox, with an overdrive gear so tall the engine barely murmurs at cruising speeds. High-speed passing with the automatic transmission does create some noise and vibration as the engine revs toward redline, but only at speeds well above the normal cruising level. No such issues with the manual, which is strikingly refined, yet sporty. We're told the six-speed is a version of the same transmission used on the nissan 350z, and we recommend it for those who like to drive. regardless of the power train, the xterra is easy to keep in its lane on the highway, probably due to the combination of rack-and-pinion steering and a speed-sensitive steering assist. even though the xterra's utility quotient is its main design priority, effort has been made to reduce wind noise, and the results are tangible. Large mirrors, an angled grille, a big roof rack, open side steps: these are features that invariably create wind noise, and at speeds over 75 mph, noise does begin to become a factor. Yet below those speeds, the xterra remains nicely calm and quiet. Engine noise, likewise, is kept to a minimum through techniques such as a silent timing chain, microfinished surfaces and teflon-coated pistons. on smaller roads, the xterra retains a handy feeling, driving with the ease of a large family sedan. Power Locks✔ AM/FM✔ Cruise Control✔ Air Conditioning✔ Alloy Wheels
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