(Posted on May 24, 2018 at 03:31PM by Michelle Bogle)
If you are seeking a utility vehicle to tag along on your summer adventures, you’ll want to give the 2015 Nissan Xterra a closer look. Known for its trail prowess, strong powertrain and tough good looks, this SUV can go just about anywhere you need it to.
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The Xterra shares the same platform as the Nissan Frontier pickup and uses a version of the frame and underpinnings found on the full-size Titan. Needless to say, this gives the SUV a serious edge with its body-on-frame layout over other uni-body designs – it’s sturdier, brutish and more rugged. The Xterra is powered by a 261-horsepower 4.0-liter V6 engine, which provides ample torque for off-roading, while also playing nice with the smooth-shifting automatic transmission that it comes mated to. When properly equipped, it can confidently tow up to 5000 lbs.
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On the exterior, the Xterra has a rough-and-tumble look, which is accented by 16-inch aluminum wheels, bulging fenders and boxy body lines. The interior sports sturdy upholstery, easy-to-clean surfaces, as well as loads of small storage spaces and tie-downs, which adds to its versatility. In the back, you’ll have plenty of room for all of your gear with 35 cubic feet of cargo area with the second-row seats in place or 66 cubic feet when they are folded forward. The front passenger seat also folds to a horizontal position, which will allow you to transport larger or longer items.
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Go off-roading this summer in a real trailblazer. Schedule your test drive in a preowned Xterra at Kirkland Nissan in Seattle, Washington!