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2015 Nissan Xterra Pro-4X 4WD 5AT

The 2015 Nissan Xterra Pro-4X 4WD 5AT is a 261-hp 4.0-liter V6 with a 5-speed automatic and four-wheel drive. It starts at $31,640 MSRP and is rated at 17 mpg combined.

It makes 261 horsepower at 5,600 rpm and 281 lb-ft of torque at 4000 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 15 mpg city and 20 mpg highway (17 mpg combined).

The Xterra measures 178.7 inches long on a 106.3-inch wheelbase.

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeSUV
PowertrainGas
Price
MSRP$31,640 ($43,388 *)
MSRP with Destination$32,540 ($44,622 *)
Destination Charge$900
Engine
Engine Type4.0L DOHC 24-valve V6 (VQ40DE)
Displacement4 L
Horsepower261 hp @ 5,600 rpm
Torque281 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm
ValvetrainDOHC 24-Valve
Drivetrain
Drive TypePart-Time 4WD
Transmission
Transmission5-Speed Automatic
1st Gear3.84
2nd Gear2.35
3rd Gear1.53
4th Gear1
5th Gear0.84
Reverse2.77
Final Drive3.357
Fuel Economy
City15 MPG
Highway20 MPG
Combined17 MPG
Tank Capacity21.1 gal
Suspension
Front SuspensionIndependent double-wishbone front suspension
Rear SuspensionRigid rear axle with leaf springs
Brakes
Front Brake Disc4-wheel disc, 4-wheel ABS standard -- front rotor 11.70in
Rear Brake Disc4-wheel disc, 4-wheel ABS standard -- rear rotor 11.30in
Tires & Wheels
Wheels Front16-in. machine-finished aluminum wheels
Wheels Rear16-in. machine-finished aluminum wheels
Tires FrontP265/75R16
Tires RearP265/75R16
Dimensions & Weight
Length178.7 in
Width72.8 in
Height74.9 in
Wheelbase106.3 in
Front Track61.8 in
Rear Track61.8 in
Cargo Volume36.3 ft³
Interior
Headroom Front39.9 in
Headroom Rear39.3 in
Legroom Front42.4 in
Legroom Rear34.4 in
Shoulder Room Front58.3 in
Shoulder Room Rear58.3 in
Hip Room Front55.9 in
Hip Room Rear46.1 in
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars

Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Overall Not rated
Frontal crash Not rated
Side crash Not rated
Rollover ★★★★★ (25.6 % risk)
Tested variant: 2015 Nissan Xterra SUV 4WD
Other tested variants (1)
  • 2015 Nissan Xterra SUV RWD: overall not rated

Recalls

No recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2015 Nissan XTERRA.

10 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2015 Nissan XTERRA

Owner Complaints

10 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2015 Nissan XTERRA. See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Power Train6
Suspension3
Electronic Stability Control (Esc)1
Parking Brake1
Service Brakes1
Structure1
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Mar 4, 2024 · Structure
“Rear passenger side door will not open from the inside or outside. This is apparently a widespread problem for Nissan Xterra rear doors. It creates a safety problem as passengers cannot leave the…”
Jun 6, 2022 · Suspension, Service Brakes
“Leaf spring snapped. Large piece of metal was found in the road. Rear shocks were replaced under warranty several years prior. Known weak point of xterras. Dealer replacement costs were astronomical…”
Feb 28, 2022 · Suspension, Unknown Or Other
“The following is an email that I had sent to CSX Risk Management describing what happened with my vehicle on Friday, 2.25.2022. I suspect that a defective leaf spring could have contributed to my…”
Nov 30, 2021 · Suspension, Parking Brake
“The contact owns a 2015 Nissan Xterra. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked with the emergency brake activated, the emergency brake button was stuck. The vehicle was taken to the…”
Mar 7, 2018 · Power Train
“VEHICLE STARTED SHOWING SIGNS OF CLUTCH SLIPPING AT 50,000 MILES: ENGINE WOULD REV UP WHILE CLUTCH PEDAL WAS FULLY OUT, THEN YOU WOULD FEEL IT RE-ENGAGE COMPLETELY AFTER A FEW SECONDS OF WHINING AND…”

Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.

Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2015 NISSAN XTERRA. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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