The 2016 Nissan Xterra, the latest model year on record, is 178.3″ long, 72.8″ wide and 74.8″ tall on a 106.3″ wheelbase, and weighs 4,387 lb. At 14.9 ft it fits a standard garage and leaves 3.1 ft spare in an 18-foot street space.
Every Nissan Xterra generation, measured
The biggest change in weight came in 2005: 256 lb heavier than before.
| Generation | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Curb weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000–2004 | 178″ | 70.5″ | 74″ | 104.3″ | 4,094 lb |
| 2005–2016 | 178.3″ | 72.8″ | 74.8″ | 106.3″ | 4,350 lb |
Xterra year by year
| Model year | Length | Width | Wheelbase | Curb weight | Body styles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 178.3″ | 72.8″ | 106.3″ | 1 | |
| 2015 | 178.3″ | 72.8″ | 106.3″ | 1 | |
| 2014 | 178.3″ | 72.8″ | 106.3″ | 1 | |
| 2013 | 178.3″ | 72.8″ | 106.3″ | 1 | |
| 2012 | 178.3″ | 72.8″ | 106.3″ | 1 | |
| 2011 | 178.3″ | 72.8″ | 106.3″ | 1 | |
| 2010 | 178.3″ | 72.8″ | 106.3″ | 1 | |
| 2009 | 178.3″ | 72.8″ | 106.3″ | 1 | |
| 2008 | 178.3″ | 72.8″ | 106.3″ | 1 | |
| 2007 | 178.3″ | 72.8″ | 106.3″ | 1 | |
| 2006 | 178.3″ | 72.8″ | 106.3″ | 1 | |
| 2005 | 178.3″ | 72.8″ | 106.3″ | 1 | |
| 2004 | 178″ | 70.5″ | 104.3″ | 3 | |
| 2003 | 178″ | 70.5″ | 104.3″ | 3 | |
| 2002 | 178″ | 70.5″ | 104.3″ | 3 | |
| 2001 | 178″ | 70.5″ | 104.3″ | 2 | |
| 2000 | 178″ | 70.5″ | 104.3″ | 1 |
Xterra on the used market
In 768 Xterra listings we have collected since June 2026, the 2005–2016 car is the most common: 581 of them (76%), at an average asking price of $6,530. ForCar visitors have decoded 54 Xterra VINs; the most checked model years are 2006, 2014 and 2010.
| Generation | Listings | Share | Average asking price | Average mileage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005–2016 | 581 | 76% | $6,530 | 162,302 mi |
| 2000–2004 | 187 | 24% | $3,686 | 178,812 mi |
Will a Xterra fit
| Space | Typical size | This car | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single garage | 20 ft deep | 14.9 ft | Fits, with room to open the door |
| Street parking space | 18 ft | 14.9 ft | Fits comfortably |
| Standard parking bay width | 8.5 ft wide | 6.1 ft | Room to open doors both sides |
Against cars of the same length
Among the 983 cars within 10″ of its length, the Xterra is heavier than 95%.
| Measure | This car | Typical of 983 cars within 10″ of its length | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Width | 72.8″ | 71.3″ | +1.5″ |
| Wheelbase | 106.3″ | 104.7″ | +1.6″ |
| Curb weight | 4,387 lb | 3,373 lb | +1,014 lb |
Xterra against its rivals
Next to the Suzuki Grand Vitara and Land Rover LR2, the Xterra is the longest and the heaviest of the three.
| Model | Model year | Length | Width | Curb weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nissan Xterra (this car) | 2016 | 178.3″ | 72.8″ | 4,387 lb |
| Suzuki Grand Vitara | 2014 | 168.9″ | 71.3″ | 3,651 lb |
| Land Rover LR2 | 2017 | 177.2″ | 75.2″ | 3,913 lb |
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Frequently asked questions
Is the 2016 Xterra bigger than the 2015?
No. The 2016 and 2015 Xterra are the same size and weight.
Which is bigger, the Xterra or the Suzuki Grand Vitara?
The 2014 Suzuki Grand Vitara is 9.4″ shorter and 736 lb lighter than the 2016 Xterra.
How much does a used Xterra cost?
In our listings collected since June 2026, the average asking price runs from $3,686 for the 2000–2004 car to $6,530 for the 2005–2016 one, across 768 listings.
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