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2003 Nissan Xterra
The 2003 Nissan Xterra offers power, and an off-road capability that
out-classes its competitors. This midsize SUV is back for another year
of good times.
Available Models
This youth-oriented SUV comes in four models: the 2003 Nissan Xterra XE,
the XE V6, the SE, and the SE S/C. The XE has a 2.4-litre engine and 5-speed
manual transmission, and is available in 2-wheel drive. The XE V6 has
a 3.3-litre engine, and is available in either 5-speed manual or 4-speed
automatic transmission. The SE shares the XE V6's engine, and is available
in 4-speed automatic transmission. The SE S/C contains a supercharged
3.3-litre V6 engine, and is available in automatic transmission. The XE
V6, SE, and SE S/C are all available in either 2-wheel drive or 4-wheel
drive.
Interior Features
Inside, the 2003 Nissan Xterra proves roomier than most SUVs. It features
power steering, a tachometer, air conditioning, and a split folding rear
seat. The XE V6, SE, and SE S/C also offer a height-adjustable driver
seat and a tilt steering wheel. On the SE and the SE S/C, the steering
wheel is leather-wrapped, and equipped with radio controls. A Rockford/Fosgate
AM/FM radio with in-dash 6-disc CD changer is also a standard feature
of these two models. Both these upper models offer the Rugged Leather
package, which features leather upholstery, and suede accents.
Exterior Features
A roof rack and rear privacy glass are standard on all 2003 Nissan Xterra
models. Side steps are a feature on the XE V6, the SE, and the SE S/C,
while front tow hooks are offered as standard on the SE and the SE S/C.
A pop-up sunroof is available for the SE and SE S/C models, and naturally
a tow hitch is an option for all Xterra models.
Performance
All 2003 Nissan Xterra models come equipped with front/rear brake-force
proportioning, and a heavy-duty alternator. Performance numbers are as
follows: 143 hp at 5200 rpm, and 154 lbs-ft of torque at 4000 rpm for
the XE, 180 hp at 4800 rpm, and 202 lbs-ft of torque at 2000 rpm for the
XE V6 and the SE, and 210 hp at 4800 rpm, and 246 lbs-ft of torque at
2800 rpm for the supercharged SE S/C.
Safety and Security
The basic safety features on all Xterra models are dual front airbags
and anti-lock brakes. The Protection Package offers wheel locks and an
airbag anti-theft bolt, while curtain side airbags and an anti-skid system
are optional features offered for the first time in 2003.
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2003 Nissan Xterra Highlights
 Rugged,
muscular styling with angular stamped fender flares, raised roofline
Standard
tubular-style roof rack with gear basket, tubular step rails (SE,
available on XE)
4x4
ride height on 4x2 models
Four
new exterior colors – Canteen, Granite, Atomic Orange (limited
availability) and Camouflage (limited and late availability)
Supercharged
3.3-liter SOHC V6 producing 210 horsepower and 246 lb-ft of torque
Available
180-horsepower (an increase of 10 hp) 3.3-liter SOHC V6 producing
202 lb-ft of torque at a low 2,800 rpm or a 143-horsepower 2.4-liter
4-cylinder engine producing 154 lb-ft of torque at 4,000 rpm
Choice
of 5-speed manual or 4-speed electronically controlled automatic
transmission
Choice
of part-time 4-wheel drive with 2-speed transfer case or rear-wheel
drive
Up
to 5,000-lbs towing capacity
Available
tire pressure monitoring system
Standard
Electronic Brake force Distribution (EBD) system
New
available Dynamic Control Package with Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC)
with Traction Control System and tire pressure monitor system (4x4
only)
Three-gauge
cockpit-style instrument cluster, large console with map pocket,
power ports and push-out cup holders
New
roof headliner net (on non-sunroof models) and luggage side net,
new metal ceiling tie-down clips in cargo area
Available
Rugged Leather Package with suede-like door fabric inserts (SE model
only)
New
dual 12-volt power outlets located in the engine compartment
Dual
stage front supplemental air bags with seat belt sensors
Front
seat belts with pretensioners and load limiters
ALR/ELR
3-point front passenger and rear outboard passenger seat belts
Pipe-style
steel side-door guard beams in front and rear doors
LATCH
(Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren) child seat safety system
Curtain
side-impact supplemental air bags available as a stand-alone option
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Competing 2003 Models to the Nissan Xterra
 Ford
Escape
Jeep
Liberty
Land
Rover Freelander
Mazda
Tribute
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