2003 Nissan Xterra
US · SUV · Sport Utility Vehicle - 2WD
The 2003 Nissan Xterra is listed in the US market as a suv with gasoline power. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.
- Engine
- Varies by configuration: 2.4L 4-cylinder, 3.3L 6-cylinder supercharged, 3.3L 6-cylinder
- Transmission
- Varies by configuration: Manual, Automatic
- Drivetrain
- Varies by configuration: RWD, AWD
- Fuel
- Gasoline
- Economy
- 15 mpg (15.7 L/100 km) to 19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km) combined
Key Figures
Engine
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | Varies by configuration: 2.4L 4-cylinder, 3.3L 6-cylinder supercharged, 3.3L 6-cylinder | |
| Displacement | 2.4 L to 3.3 L | |
| Cylinders | 4 to 6 | |
| Aspiration | Supercharged | |
| Fuel type | Gasoline | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Transmission and drivetrain
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Transmission | Varies by configuration: Manual, Automatic | |
| Gears | 4 to 5 | |
| Drivetrain | Varies by configuration: RWD, AWD |
Fuel economy and range
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Combined | 15 mpg (15.7 L/100 km) to 19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km) | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
| City | 14 mpg (16.8 L/100 km) to 17 mpg (13.8 L/100 km) | |
| Highway | 17 mpg (13.8 L/100 km) to 22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km) |
Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Power, Torque, Electric range, Battery capacity. We leave them out instead of estimating.
Trims and configurations
9 configurations listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.
- Xterra 2WD · 2.4L · RWD · 5-speed manual
- Xterra V6 2WD · 3.3L · RWD · 4-speed automatic
- Xterra V6 2WD · 3.3L · RWD · 4-speed automatic
- Xterra V6 2WD · 3.3L · RWD · 5-speed manual
- Xterra V6 2WD · 3.3L · RWD · 5-speed manual
- Xterra V6 4WD · 3.3L · AWD · 4-speed automatic
- Xterra V6 4WD · 3.3L · AWD · 4-speed automatic
- Xterra V6 4WD · 3.3L · AWD · 5-speed manual
- Xterra V6 4WD · 3.3L · AWD · 5-speed manual
Recalls
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for this model year. Last checked November 3, 2026.
10V554000: STEERING:COLUMN
NISSAN IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2002-2004 FRONTIER VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM JULY 9, 2001 THROUGH OCTOBER 20, 2004, AND MODEL YEAR 2002-2004, XTERRA VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM JULY 9, 2001, THROUGH JANUARY 6, 2005. OVER TIME CORROSION MAY FORM IN THE LOWER STEERING COLUMN JOINT AND LIMIT MOVEMENT OF THE JOINT. THE LIMITED MOVEMENT OF THIS JOINT MAY CREATE EXCESSIVE LOAD ON THE LOWER…
Remedy: THE STEERING COLUMN SHAFT AND JOINT WILL BE REPLACED WITH A SHAFT OF A DIFFERENT DESIGN. THIS SERVICE WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMBER 13, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261.
Reported November 11, 2010. View on NHTSA
04V230000: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
ON CERTAIN PICKUP TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH SIX CYLINDER ENGINES AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH FOUR OR SIX CYLINDER ENGINES, THE FUEL PUMP TERMINAL ON THE FUEL-SENDING UNIT CAN DEVELOP A CRACK IN THE PLASTIC MOLDING. THIS CAN CAUSE THE TERMINAL STRIP TO CORRODE UNDER SOME ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS.
Remedy: IN THE FOLLOWING STATES, DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FUEL-SENDING UNIT. THESE STATES ARE CONNECTICUT, DELAWARE, ILLINOIS, INDIANA, IOWA, KENTUCKY, MAINE, MARYLAND, MASSACHUSETTS, MICHIGAN, MINNESOTA, NEW HAMPSHIRE, NEW JERSEY, NEW YORK,…
Reported May 24, 2004. View on NHTSA
02V299000: SUSPENSION:REAR
ON CERTAIN PICKUP TRUCKS AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, WATER MAY ENTER THE REAR AXLE HOUSING DUE TO INADEQUATE SEALING OF THE ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM (ABS) SENSOR.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE REAR AXLE FOR WATER INTRUSION AND ANY AFFECTED COMPONENTS WILL BE REPLACED. THE ABS SENSOR WILL BE RESEALED TO PREVENT WATER INTRUSION. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN DECEMBER 10, 2003. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR…
Reported November 12, 2002. View on NHTSA
Data sources
- EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved November 9, 2026 · US Government public data
- NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 18, 2026 · US Government public data
Source checked: November 9, 2026
Data verified: November 9, 2026
Specifications can vary by market, trim, configuration and production date. Confirm with the manufacturer before buying parts or making safety decisions. Report an error.
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Frequently asked questions
What engine does the 2003 Nissan Xterra have?
Varies by configuration: 2.4L 4-cylinder, 3.3L 6-cylinder supercharged, 3.3L 6-cylinder. Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.
What is the fuel economy of the 2003 Nissan Xterra?
Combined fuel economy is 15 mpg (15.7 L/100 km) to 19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.
Is the 2003 Nissan Xterra front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?
Drivetrain: Varies by configuration: RWD, AWD.
Are there recalls for the 2003 Nissan Xterra?
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for this model year (last checked November 3, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.