The reborn 2027 Nissan Xterra will entice 4Runner lovers...

[@naveenthemachine]

If Nissan brings the XTerra back and keeps their naturally aspirated v6, the 4Runner will be toast.

[@chibbyylol]

"keeps their naturally aspirated v6" by the time this is out, it probably won't have one. Plus even when they co-existed the 4runner still wasn't toast

[@naveenthemachine]

@@chibbyylol because the 4Runner had a naturally aspirated v6 and even a v8 at one point

[@chezzyperson3339]

Imagine if Honda got a version of the Xterra maybe they could call it Crossroad

[@joecrash1232]

@naveenthemachine While that would be awesome and would be no brainer option for traditional V6, I don’t think it will use their NA V6 at that point due to emission standards and the fees from the V6 too, so it would most likely use turbo 4 cylinder.

[@andyleo8418]

Tundra is setting records for sales with a V6. Nissan Titan with a V8 dead as dogsh*t. Which is the same as your car prediction skills 😂😂

[@levylong-z3i]

They don't even need to put too much effort or development into it. They could just carry over alot of the frontier engineering and switch gear. It'd be a massive win for nissan

[@Blank00]

Frontier is one of Nissan’s better interiors, with physical HVAC buttons and no capacitive crap found in Nissans newer than that

[@hamsterbrigade]

Yeah, no wonder Nissan is killing it. People are falling all over themselves for their old vehicles.

[@karimkalache712]

That whole phase of unreliable cvt transmissions scares me about Nissans, I know that's all any manufacturers use these days, but that was borderline criminal​@@hamsterbrigade

[@ZenEndurance]

True. Body on frame with good ground clearance and locking rear diff with solid rear axle, 4wd Auto for ice and snow. Formula for what works is well known. It's a Frontier with a topper and seats, and their current Frontier is great.

[@monocogenit1]

I had an 2006 Xterra, and loved it. I now have a 23' Nissan frontier pro4x, and really like it. But a new Xterra would be sweet...IF it was based off the frontier like the last one, V6 body on frame and basically a SUV version of the frontier.

[@swiftusmaximus5651]

I have the last year 2015 4x 4 Xterra, had a 05 Frontier v6 4 x 4 , same drive train, almost 0 maintenance issues

[@thewhitecarrot]

What do we want to see: Frontier styling Simplicity Reliability Value

[@johnriley8713]

Yes, always based on the Frontier. And low-trim and high-trim options. But not as long wheelbase as the 4-Runner.

[@joshsteuterman2363]

And a very reasonable price. Sub 45k well equipped.

[@franzvanjulio5523]

If Nissan does this and they make a sincere effort to match what it once was, I will be in line to buy it. This would be exciting news.

[@kdm704]

I still have a 2006 Xterra that I still really like. If they reboot it with the new V6, I’ll buy it!

[@kmb957]

Cost matters more than anything today. If it's priced the same as a 4Runner, it won't change anybody's mind.

[@dierkrieger]

An Xterra with a Frontier front end with a good roof rack, 4X4, crawl control, V6, and affordable.

[@mrgurulittle7000]

Cool news. Seeing the new Murano, Kicks, and Armada, I reckon Nissan can do a fabulous job on the new Xterra. What a way to start 2025.

[@jordanimatedstreaming]

yes! XTerra was such an underrated beast. People have caught on and I see a lot of them turned into bugout vehicles.

[@michaelburton]

They could make it exactly the same honestly. I saw one on the road today and thought I would still like to have one.

[@24zer0nd]

ive got an '11 xterra in my driveway, over 100k miles i have put on, not a single problem, the 2nd gen is a direct carry over of frontier interior

[@moonman_8935]

I had a 2007 Xterra for 4 years. It was a solid feel. I recently test drove a brand new Nissan Frontier Pro4x & it gave me nostalgic vibes.

[@mtnbound2764]

it would be sooo easy for nissan to just build an xterra off the frontier.. shorten the frame and change the body from a cab+bed to a 2 row suv. done. i have a 2nd gen xterra

[@chancewilson207]

A new XTerra would sell like hotcakes. Which of course, means Nissan won’t build it. lol.

[@dianamariani194]

Hardest heads in the automotive business

[@mattmitchell5320]

If they sell this with an NA or even a boosted V6, I will be buying one to replace my 2013 Xterra.

[@darknessislight3689]

Come on Nissan 🤞🏾 PLEASE 🙏🏾 we NEED this 😊

[@donaldwilson2620]

If Nissan brings back the Xterra and keep it fairly affordable and simple, it will be a huge hit. Dedicated 4x4s are getting more expensive, and off-road fans definitely demand something more affordable. The Xterra doesn't need to be luxurious. If consumers want a luxurious Nissan off-roader, get the Armada.

[@mtnbound2764]

yesyesyes!

[@DarthNero]

Exactly! To keep the price affordable, all they need to do is offer reliable powertrain with minimalistic features that most people can bear. No panoroofs, No heads up displays, perforated seats, no premium audio etc. basic fabric or artificial but durable leather. If they can price it $35-50k, it will do well. If they go beyond that, they will struggle and dealers will struggle to sell them.

[@Indifference2000]

I always thought Nissan made a bad move by getting rid of the Xterra in the first place

[@bryannantrax110]

MY MOM HAS A 2013 XTERRA IN EL SALVADOR BLACK WITH 79K MILES SHES A BEAST

[@darknessislight3689]

The XTERRA was my vehicle of choice when I worked for Enterprise ❤❤❤❤❤ road trip and on the lot.😊 My boss knew what I was taking hands down 🤭

[@reidkarges6199]

Honestly this is a no brainer for Nissan! It’s a long shot but I would love if Honda piggybacked off the platform making their own 4x4 body on frame SUV.

[@saltyt.1886]

I always LOVED❤❤❤ the Xterra!! Please Nissan, reboot this one!!

[@n0xxm3rcyxx]

so many people would love to get an xterra... i would as well.

[@HighRiderSonoma]

Use the Frontier front styling, interior, V6 engine, with front and rear lockers for the Pro4x version and factory rock sliders…it would be a hit!! As a Chevrolet fanboy of the early to mid 00’s…I’d buy the hell out of this type of vehicle.

[@CarsTechWood]

I would buy the Xterra over the 4-runner. It had better have decent rear seat legroom though!

[@toronado455]

from those sales numbers, it seems the financial crisis of 2008 may have had something to do with the decline, as 2007 sales were still relatively strong.

[@michaelfoulkes9502]

This could be the platform 2031 Honda Passport.

[@joshsteuterman2363]

Body on frame and sub 45k, well equipped, and the beat 4Runner.

[@mortallobster897]

I have a 2012 pro-4x. This thing rocks. The only thing it lacks is ground clearance.

[@kdm704]

@@mortallobster897 You can fit 33” tires with minimal modifications, and they fit perfectly on mine with 2” of lift. The ground clearance is actually pretty good!

[@TheRealSpookyChick]

I absolutely love my 2002 Nissan xterra and many people that have owned one in the past tell me they actually miss it when they see it.

[@richard-mai]

Dang I think Honda will take this opportunity to turn Nissan into their off-road capable brand since Honda doesn’t really have super rugged vehicles. And let’s hope they bring back the Silvia, keep the Z alive, and usher in a new age of GTRs

[@mrgurulittle7000]

I’m hoping the Honda Nissan partnership would dissolve altogether.

[@mtnbound2764]

i love that! make nissan the sport/ performance brand and honda focus on economy, and acura luxury

[@michaelfoulkes9502]

This could be the platform for the 2031 Honda Passport.

[@FRMN8R_T4R]

I had a 2000 XTerra - it was freaking amazing. Underpowered? Yep. Then again so is my 2020 4Runner LOL.

[@robertosalazar9676]

The 2nd gen Xterra was not underpowered

[@brandon_buildsDIY]

Every FB post from Nissan I’ve seen, people are calling for the Xterra return in the comments.

[@LeoTheShortGuy]

Happy New Year, Kirk!! Thanks for all on the videos. You are a hard worker.

[@Hschlick84]

Xterra's are holding their value from what I've researched online. Nissan needs to bring it back. Give it a similar body style as the Pathfinder, but build off Frontier platform.

[@brandon_buildsDIY]

It’s needs to be a value buy, keep the frontier drive train and interior. It needs to look simple and not over styled. It also has to start at like 37k for the base model.

[@Venomoustoxins2122]

Like 35k-45 hopefully it had footbrake

[@heftex8339]

I have a 2006 Gen2 Xterra. Bought new…18 yrs ago. Besides some annoyances… faulty radiator and needed replacment and and fuel sender crapping out, the vehicle has been insanely reliable. The old school VQ40DE enigne (Xterra, Frontier, Pathfinder) will go down as one of the most robust, no-nonsense engines ever… rivaling anything from Toyota.

[@mtnbound2764]

it would be sooo easy for nissan to just build an xterra off the frontier.. shorten the frame and change the body from a cab+bed to a 2 row suv. done

[@toronado455]

i would hope a new Frontier and Xterra on a new shared chassis would be what they are planning. The current chassis is outdated.

[@LuisA-fc3ox]

This is easy. Keep the frontier front end, slap the back end of an updated xterra and call it a day. Same engine trans for 35k heck yeah.

[@johnriley8713]

And DON’T make it look plain and cheap like the Pathfinders.

[@drix0404]

This was my favorite car and what I wanted when I was younger.

[@4x4adventure_pl]

Your passion for cars really shines through.

[@arinmirzayan3949]

Front locker rear locker and over 310 horse, 4runner would be in trouble for sure

[@mtnbound2764]

for $15k less too! i bet

[@aphantasiagreyman8445]

Still have my 2004 Xterra SE I bought new. Never wanted to get ride of it. Just bought a 2025 Frontier Pro-4X only because there wasn't an Xterra option and 4Runners are a second mortgage. Also X-Terra IS NOT Xterra.

[@dwalls417]

I have a 2015 Xterra Pro-4x that I bought new and refuse to sale until I find something I like as much. If they bring back the Xterra I'll be the first one through the door of my local Nissan dealership

[@chiemekaa]

YES! Couldn't come any sooner. It will be a V6 carryover from the Frontier for longevity as Nissan doesn't have any 4-cyl engine for RWD application. What I want to see Nissan do is their take on the Frontier/Xterra Warrior with the 3.5L TT; even if it's just in experiment.

[@kamilasellsnow5373]

I had one 2004! I sold. That was a oil leak . I don’t know what happened, but if they bring it back I would buy!

[@nintendoatarikiller]

Nissan needs rugged SUVs. Just make every SUV rugged with body cladding and Falken Wildpeak A/T4W tires. If you ever come to Canada, you'll see the Canadian market T30 X-Trail, which they sold for 2 model years (05 to 06)

[@nilsjohansson9703]

I'd like to see a street truck Frontier and the Off Road Road Xterra.

[@fazman6218]

All they need to do is a simple formula.... * 6 cyl or 8 cyl * 2 monoscroll turbos * Make the turbo plumbing small (or go from large to small and back to large). This bottle neck will lower the HP numbers for stock form * Be receptive of aftermarket tuners who will bring back the desire in buyers of the brand!

[@LauraGarza-b2z]

I had a 2008 i love it. gas heater but beautiful. Bring it back.

[@imaldon1]

This is great new! I had a 2003 Nissan Xterra until 2014.

[@johncarmichael4698]

Just bought Nissan Frontier King cab 4X4 , ❤️it …… new old school, simply a truck….. 310 HP naturally aspirated V6,,,,,,, turbo more maintenance, more to go wrong, = $$$ and hassle. Passed on Toyota and GMC …… Nissan cars ahhhhh yea but trucks designed simple that’s ok in a world designing the simple into complicated. I actually have a foot parking break….. that saves Nissan and me 💰 money….. no extra chip needed….. KISS principle = keep it simple stupid 🤣🤣🤣

[@markkiyabu2462]

Kirk, you hit what Nissan needs, A 4wd small to midsized Suv that family's can take anywhere/ non electric, ❤

[@goulartaf66]

Fold flap back in like the new Armour so you can actually sleep back there. Possible independent rear end for smoother ride locking rear end possibly locking front end. If they do it right, they can kill Toyota 4 Runner sales. Rear air pump would be great to have. They need to get with the Nissan off-road community. Hopefully the Titan can also be saved and the Warrior finally built.

[@bjm23vancity92]

We owned a 2007 Xterra, fantastic vehicle on a true truck frame. I dont feel it was ever or will be competition for the 4 Runner more like the FJ. I think it will sell if they bring it out...

[@lchanceiv]

I think a new Xterra would be a slam dunk. They don't need to do anything to the frontier's front fascia. Just close off the bed and be done. However I am still waiting for a hybrid or electric Element.

[@theantiqueactionfigure]

One of my inlaws has an Xtera Pro4x. 70 year old woman who needed room for her great dane. She needed to replace her 420,000 mile Forunner but wanted a manual transmission. It's been a very solid, reliable vehicle

[@irritablearchitect]

Still driving and enjoying my '12. Expect to do so for many more years...and I'd gladly purchase a NEW one, especially if they offer it with a STICK!!!

[@thedarkestrainbow]

This is the new vehicle I have been holding out for. I hope they make it.

[@rakhsiprayogo82]

I'm Going to the Campus in 2027 Bro

[@venom999333]

Everyone is going to have their hands full competing against that new Honda Passport coming out. V6 10spd auto with looks that kill. Honda swung for the fence on this one & knocked it out of the park, imo. 4Runner dropping to 4cyl is a big mistake imo. Maybe Nissan replaces the Rogue with the Xterra, idk 🤷‍♂️. If that's the case then it's a Rav4 & CRV fighter

[@mtnbound2764]

no, the xterra is body on frame of which the only comptition is 4rnr and they went hybrid. nissan would be the only non hybrid bof suv... ( not including the bronco or jeep which are in a different catergory))

[@venom999333]

@mtnbound2764 you know that the next gen is going to be body on frame & V6? I never heard that.

[@venom999333]

@mtnbound2764 I'd say even though the 4Runner is BonF, the Passport will give it a run for the money with styling & n/a V6 over their 4cyl

[@mtnbound2764]

@@venom999333 no i dont hav any inside knowledge.. im just saying, the whole purpose of the Xterra is a rugged, affordable, BoF 4x4. if they do bring it back, thats the only thing that makes sense. especially now that the have the new frontier out, its a no brainer, just like they did with each of the previous ones, they were just a fully boxed in frontier.

[@venom999333]

@mtnbound2764 the only issue it will have is that it's a Nissan. Maybe with the big merger, Nissan will be able to get some reliability back.

[@southsidetom]

2024 Ford Bronco Sport YTD sales of 126,789. Nissan would have a huge target to go after and the sales track record of the Xterra says: No Way!!

[@ChrisRogersTheAngryChef]

This is one vehicle that could save them, not the Z. This is a huge market in the US and the Xterra has been suspiciously absent for most of it.

[@chadfoust6942]

Just shorten a frontier and give it some Xterra styling and it'll be a hit. I tell anybody looking for a new truck right now just buy a frontier because it's the only one I trust at the moment

[@lenbathin9182]

People talks like this thing was a 4Runner killer, even back in 2015,2016,2017 4Runner sold well over 300k unit while Xrerra less than 20k unit. Yall telling me Toyota is worried 😆 they both were v6’s. Numbers don’t lie.

[@L-2-c2t]

I'd consider an Xterra, depending on its perceived reliability and what 4WD method/system it uses. Even though on a dealer waiting list for the forthcoming '25 4Runner, I missed out (again, on a dealer waiting list) on getting a '24 GX550, so I'm disappointed with Toyota/Lexus right now not being able to supply either the GX550 (Overtrail) or still awaiting '25 4Runners, which are running late. It's a good thing I don't actually need a new vehicle at the very moment. Yes, I'd consider a possible new XTERRA.

[@geneturner8894]

I still have my 2006 running reliably every day an would definitely buy a new xterra

[@anthonyanderson9692]

I will buy if it has a natural aspirated V6! I am driving a 2008 Pathfinder with 190K miles

[@risingwarriormeditations]

I’ve driven new and used Xterras, I was never impressed. I bought a used 99 4Runner in 2010 with over 280,000 km on it. The Xterras with same dates were disgustingly falling apart. I drove my used 4Runner from Atlantic Canada to Honduras and back again. Then retired the SUV when it hit about 380,000 and sold it for what I bought it for. I’d never look at Nissan after the proven track record and superior resale value of the Toyotas. I’m still driving a high mileage Toyota, Tundra this time, with very little maintenance and it’s strong, and tight in all aspects. Never Nissan, Always Toyota….

[@Kristian_Saile]

If they keep the original formula for the XTerra, it will crush. Simple, based on Frontier platform, affordable, rugged, good looking. Use the V6 and be the only option for people who want a non complicated SUV with low ownership costs and thus high resale.

[@chadfoust6942]

Give us an affordable, naturally aspirated , transmission with gears, body on frame suv and I'll buy

[@davidnuxoll7074]

Most people who had bought xterras were people who bought and drove it until the wheels fell off. Great if you’re talking durability but bad for new vehicle sales. Also the original gen 1 Xterra had square headlights, came in auto and manual, option for a base 4 cyl and v6 shares with pathfinder, and had scuba material seats. I remember test driving one while in college

[@dforrest4503]

With a new administration coming in that’ll be less concerned about EPA figures, if a company can come in quickly with a truck-based ICE V-6 powered SUV, I think it will do great. I’m thinking about a Passport in the next couple years, and this would be a great competitor.

[@ToyotaChrisWI]

First thing I thought of when I saw this was a rebadged Honda Passport is coming with a VC turbo.

[@CarsTechWood]

Nissan needs a PR boost. Come straight out the gate with an Xterra Pro-4X Nismo with the 5.6 V8 from the Titan

[@gchrisb1]

Im still daily driving my 2003 v6 xterra. has nearly 230k miles, i have a few problems out of it but, I just cant handle the road noise, very low HP/TQ, and the abysmal 10 mpg, it was only averaging 14 mpg when i got it, but i don't even get 200 miles out of a tank. Im in the market and have decided to go with a truck, there's just not a lot of options when it comes to body on frame off-roading SUVs anymore. The Toyota line is way too expensive for me, so that leaves the bronco which i do like and am finding them discounted well below a Toyota. What draws me towards a truck is the offroad capability while still maintaining a decent mpg. The frontier is nice but not great mpg, i do like the Ranger because I've seen over 27 mpg out of the v6, but with the 16k discounts I'm seeing on the f150, that would bring the price down nearly around the ranger level, which is a better value.

[@doxydoxdelamanca9902]

Hopefully they put a V6; the way life intended it.

[@CrackerSmith]

I have a 2001 Yellow X, it's dated and lots of things are broken, but it's still going. One of the most reliable vehicles I have owned for over a decade! If a N/A V6 Xterra is reborn, I may trade up to it once I can afford a slightly used one.

[@karmanautoreview]

Either bad luck or bad product planning, Nissan just missed the tides of car fashion. Look at Ford's Bronco and Toyota 4Runner, Nissan is short of good product management.

[@user-lj5ri3gp5o]

...if this potential vehicle is based off of the frontier, wouldn't a successor to the original Pathfinder be it instead of an Xterra..? IIRC, wasn't the new Frontier eventually "pushed" as the modern day version of the original Hardbody? If so, that's where my logic (or lack of...) is coming from... Either version (Xterra or Pathfinder) would be a needed boost for Nissan's lineup.

[@senorgato70]

Well it gets a bit messy with the Honda/Nissan merger and Honda introducing the new Passport. And Honda just trademarked the Element label again.

[@Leonmiller407]

I’m looking at the INEOS Grenadier the 2025 Nissan Armada The Ford Bronco. If Nissan could build something a little bigger than the frontier but as rugged as the grenadier with the space of the armada they’d dominate the market.

[@ra_redesignautomobiles]

We have both 2012 Toyota Fortuner and 2024 Nissan Terra ( Xterra ) as Company issued Vehicle, the v6 wont make sense since because of high gas prices and stricter government emission mandates. Yet in developing countries like Philippines. Our terra ( xterra ) is equipped with 2.5 yd25 diesel. The same engine from previous Frontier ( known as navara ) more efficient and powerful. Its like a mini patrol yet reports said in Autoindustriya Philippines. The Terra ( xterra ) is on chopping block just like it suffered the same fate of Xterra in usa, most of nissan lineup are rebadged from Mitsubishi especially the coming Navara based on 2024 Triton.

[@toronado455]

Happy New Year! 🎉

[@alexxisalexca]

middle east Xterra looks like what a Rogue should have looked like in 2018 when it was supposed to be refreshed.

[@mica-hr2mb]

Toyota needs to think seriously about pivoting away from it's new powertrain and bring some V-6's back pronto.

[@AdsmanJays]

Just in time for the trend to change from off road back to street based.

[@zaheeralghul2509]

Use the same V6 in the frontier and under cut the 4runner in price and pray for the best.

[@rightlanehog3151]

Kirk, When you mentioned rapidly declining sales after the first year, I thought you were talking about the 'legendary' FJ Cruiser.😉 Please submit all inquiries regarding future Nissan products directly to Honda HQ. 🤣 Speaking of missing 4X4s, where is GM's competitor to 4Runner, Bronco and Wrangler?

[@chezzyperson3339]

Since Chevy is planning to discontinue the ICE Blazer just like Ford decided to discontinue the Edge after bringing back the Bronco, they should continue with the ICE Blazer but base it off the Colorado/ Canyon and maybe have a GMC Jimny version to get even more sales

[@wiilli7685]

Bring it back with NA V6 with a Warrior Trim Nissan had a concept for the Titan.

[@JimThompson-i3u]

The XTerra will probably just be a rebadged Honda Pilot for its re-introduction as a temporary stopgap until Nissan can get the funds to work on a proper XTerra with Nissan design cues.

[@GBraidi78]

Does the Passport compete with the Xterra and 4Runner?

[@KirkKreifels]

Sort of.

[@ArtieMcYardie]

No, it does not Xterra and 4runner are body on frame passport is a unibody. Body on frame has true proper four-wheel-drive as an option. Where as the other one just has all-wheel-drive completely different animals. If you do a lot of outdoor activities, camping towing things like this get the body on frame SUVs if you don’t do any of that, then get the passport.

[@atmartens]

Nissan really had such terrible timing. Another year or two at most and they would’ve been selling even more Xterra’s than they could’ve hoped for. Only makes sense to bring back now. On top of this, body on frame is the only reason I’m a tad excited for Honda and Nissan. I’m a Honda fan and Nissan quality is shit but Nissan does have its moments. Frontier being one of them.

[@fmayi1191]

New frontier pro4x in suv is all they have to do some kind of homage to the roof rack and done.

[@jordez1]

I had hopes for the Frontier to offer an MT option, but I guess Nissan are not interested in us customers needs. Is the new Xterra a Nissan shot in the sky? Or, did they research or ask customers what they want?

[@yardboy3955]

Yes, bring Xterra back. Nissan sells non turbo’s V6 trucks and SUV’s with full frames. Honda sells cars. Simplify the lineup. Thats what I want.

[@johnrossi6212]

Would be awesome if they brought it back

[@mavricxx]

Nissan needs to get rid of the damn CVT on their cars period! Sure, they've gotten rid on it on some models like the Pathfinder but they need to redo their othr cars as well. Especially their lower tier aka affordable cars. Their bad reputation is damaged because of it and they still refuse to put it behind. As long as they have that reputation, they're not going to get ahead. I would also LOVE to see a Hybrid and/or a Turbo Pathfinder. They also need to build hybrid version of their affordable cars as well to rival Toyota. But NO CVT, not even Toyota CVT!

[@eleanormassaro5195]

I like the idea of Nissan bringing back the Xterra if it’s based similarly to the current Frontier truck. I definitely do not like the Xterra that is currently in Europe right now. I don’t like the styling of it at all!

[@bmac9936]

Nissan and Honda merge. Slap a new front end and nameplate on the 2026 Passport. BAM, instant XTerra.