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    POWER
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    · A performance-geared 5-speed automatic for those who prefer their equipment to do part of the work. · For the purist, Xterra serves up a 6-speed manual with triple-cone synchros in second gear. · Microfinishing and slick molybdenum coatings reduce engine friction while lightweight aluminum components make Xterra's V6 quick to respond. · Continuously variable valve timing delivers peak efficiency and on-demand power.
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Flatten out those nasty grades with hill descent control² and hill start assist.² Hill descent control automatically controls your speed and brake pressure freeing you up to concentrate on navigating difficult off-road situations. Stopped on an incline, hill start assist helps prevent rolling backward. Clutch Start/Cancel allows Off Road models with manual transmission feature to start the vehicle from a stop without using the clutch.]]>
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Soak up even the nastiest rocks and washboard. A fully boxed ladder frame featuring high-tensile-strength steel — 90% stronger and 22% lighter than conventional steel — creates a solid platform. A steel double-wishbone front suspension and stabilizer bar, and rigid leaf spring rear suspension come standard.]]>
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Serious shocks for serious 4-wheelers, Bilstein® off-road performance shocks are standard equipment on the Off Road model.]]>
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Traction for power. Traction for steering. The available electronic locking rear differential¹ delivers equal power to both rear wheels boosting traction and moving your Xterra forward while the 4-wheel Limited Slip (ABLS)¹ gives you the traction up front to help you keep on your site lines.]]>
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¹See Specifications for availability. ²Off Road models with automatic transmission. Bilstein is a registered trademark of August-Bilstein GmbH & Co. ]]>
· Xterra's 4WD system features a shift-on-the-fly 4-wheel drive with a 2-speed transfer case and a 4LO setting with an impressive crawl ratio. · An exceptional 9.5" of ground clearance plus strategically placed skid plates offer protection from hazards below. · Navigate the tightest situations with a 33º angle of approach and a 29º angle of departure. · Standard disc brakes and ABS at all four corners. 4x4 model ABS¹ uses a G-sensor to determine the right brake pressure in a quick stop. · Stay on your steered path with the help of Xterra's standard Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC).²

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¹See Specifications for availability.

²VDC cannot prevent accidents due to abrupt steering, carelessness, or dangerous driving techniques. Always drive safely. ]]>
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EXTERIOR UTILITY
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The crowning glory of utilitarianism, Xterra's roof rack is the one that redefines the species. And gives you a whole new way to load up and head out.]]>
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6063-grade aluminum construction holds up to 125 lbs.]]>
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A home for all that's wet and dirty. The available gear box — featuring a latched lid that stays open even in a stiff wind — is easily removed to store larger items on the rack.]]>
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Reach higher. The built-in rear bumper steps on each side make getting up to the roof rack a breeze.]]>
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Cargo shown for display purposes only. Nissan recommends that all loose items be secured when transported. Cargo and load capacity limited by weight and distribution. Heavy loading of the SUV with cargo, especially on the roof, will affect the handling and stability of the vehicle. ]]>
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Interior Utility
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Get tied down, not tied up. The available easy-to-use Utili-track Cargo Channel System makes stowing your gear a cinch. Two channels built into the floor house four adjustable cleats, plus custom accessories help keep your gear organized and in place.]]>
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Hangin' out. Hang it up. 10 clips and hooks – that's four in the floor, four in the ceiling, and one on each side of the walls – make it easy to configure Xterra's cargo area to snugly fit your needs.]]>
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Separate the clean from the dirty using the storage compartment hidden beneath the floor.]]>
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Throw what's dirty in the available wipe-down cargo area - the cargo floor's easy-to-clean surface extends all the way up the back of the 2nd-row seats.]]>
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Make Room. The fold-flat 60/40-split rear seats and the available nearly fold-flat front-passenger seat let your longboard ride inside.]]>
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Bluetooth® Hands-Free Phone System¹ keeps you talking, no matter the terrain. Go far off the beaten path, but stay in touch with the push of a button. Hands on the wheel, eyes on the next signpost.]]>
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Dig your personal playlist at every elevation. Your MP3 player plugs into an auxiliary audio input jack² so the tunes go everywhere you do.]]>
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The hard-pumping sound of Xterra's Rockford Fosgate audio system — featuring an in-dash 6-CD changer (MP3/WMA CD capable) with nine speakers, including an enclosed subwoofer — keeps you moving. Extend your music even farther with available XM® Satellite Radio.³]]>
¹Please see your owner's manual for detailed operation instructions. Availability of specific features is dependent upon the phone's Bluetooth® support. Please refer to your phone's owner's manual for details. Cell phone not included. The Bluetooth word mark and logos are owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc., and any use of such marks by Nissan is under license. ²Driving is serious business and requires your full attention. Do not operate any device connected to the auxiliary input while driving. ³XM® Satellite Radio requires subscription sold separately after first three trial months. All fees and programming subject to change. Subscriptions subject to Customer Agreement available at xmradio.com. XM service only available in the 48 contiguous United States and Canada.]]>
¹Please see your owner's manual for detailed operation instructions. Availability of specific features is dependent upon the phone's Bluetooth® support. Please refer to your phone's owner's manual for details. Cell phone not included. The Bluetooth word mark and logos are owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc., and any use of such marks by Nissan is under license. ²Driving is serious business and requires your full attention. Do not operate any device connected to the auxiliary input while driving. ³XM® Satellite Radio requires subscription sold separately after first three trial months. All fees and programming subject to change. Subscriptions subject to Customer Agreement available at xmradio.com. XM service only available in the 48 contiguous United States and Canada.]]>
¹Please see your owner's manual for detailed operation instructions. Availability of specific features is dependent upon the phone's Bluetooth® support. Please refer to your phone's owner's manual for details. Cell phone not included. The Bluetooth word mark and logos are owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc., and any use of such marks by Nissan is under license. ²Driving is serious business and requires your full attention. Do not operate any device connected to the auxiliary input while driving. ³XM® Satellite Radio requires subscription sold separately after first three trial months. All fees and programming subject to change. Subscriptions subject to Customer Agreement available at xmradio.com. XM service only available in the 48 contiguous United States and Canada.]]>
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The Advance Air Bag System (AABS)² with dual-stage supplemental front air bags is among the more than 50 standard safety features you'll find on every Xterra. Available side-impact supplemental air bags² and roof-mounted curtain supplemental air bags² provide enhanced side-impact and rollover protection. It's all part of the Nissan Safety Shield, our comprehensive approach to help inspire confidence every time you get behind the wheel.]]>
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¹Government star ratings are part of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's New Car Assessment Program (www.safercar.gov). Model tested without optional side air bags.

²Air bags are only a supplemental restraint system. Always wear your seat belt. Do not use rear-facing child restraints in the front-passenger's seat. Also, all children 12 and under should ride in the rear seat properly secured in child restraints, booster seats, or seat belts according to their size. Air bags will only inflate in certain accidents. See your owner's manual for more details. ]]>
· Snug Kids Child Safety Guide [links to: Download Snug Kids .pdf] · Zone Body construction, front/rear crumple zones, and an energy-absorbing steering column play an important role in helping keep you safe in the event of an accident. · Standard Anti-locking Braking System helps you maintain control during emergency braking. · Standard Electronic Brake force Distribution (EBD) adjusts braking based on additional cargo or passenger weight. · LATCH System (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) lets you secure LATCH-compatible child restraints in the second row. ]]>
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