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2009 Nissan Xterra Spied!

2009 Nissan Xterra Spied!

By Marty Padgett's avatar Marty PadgettMarty Padgett April 23rd, 2008

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Well, it’s approaching that time in the Nissan Xterra’s life cycle, and 2009 will bring a fresh look to the youth-oriented ute.

Our photos clearly show that the 2009 Nissan Xterra’s grille will look more like that on the Nissan Frontier pickup truck, although not too many other changes and updates are obvious at the moment.--Brian Williams for Brenda Priddy & Co.

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Enlarge PhotoWell, it’s approaching that time in the Nissan Xterra’s life cycle, and 2009 will bring a fresh look to the youth-oriented ute. Our photos clearly show that the 2009 Nissan Xterra’s grille will look more like that on the Nissan Frontier pickup truck, although not too many other changes and updates are obvious at the moment.--Brian Williams for Brenda Priddy & Co. Enlarge Photo Enlarge Photo

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Posted in: 2009, Nissan, Sports Cars, Xterra



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  1. By Adan #11, Posted: 4/24/2008

    As the owner of a 1st gen Xterra it actually makes me somewhat sad to see these pics. The bloat that Nissan put on the Xterra took away the fun simplicity of the vehicle. All they really needed to do was make the 1st gen model 6 inches longer so that it could have some rear leg room and it would be set. The engine upgrade would be a given but the Xterra is definitely moving away from what it used to be.

    I also find it ridiculous how Nissan covered up their logos and designs when the thing flagrantly screams "I'm an Xterra". They've atleast done well at making that vehicle iconic.

  2. By tk #12, Posted: 4/24/2008

    ick on the front end, still liken the rear, love the high hips

  3. By Cyclemut #13, Posted: 4/24/2008

    If they are looking at the V8 in these, then they'll have a winner for sure. If they're planning on keeping the 4.0 as the sole powerplant, then the sales won't increase with a minor change in body panelling.

    Both the Xterra and the Frontier need the V8 option, as the Pathfinder has already received.

    Fixing the rear suspension for the bottoming out issue would be paramount as well.

    I guess the bean counters will have the last say, as always.

  4. By mike traficante #14, Posted: 4/30/2008

    i bought the first 2000 xterra in wilmington ,nc.i pre-ordered it and waited nine months. it was a great truck, i kept it for five years and never spent a penny on it. i have a 2005 now and was looking forward to the new model, but these spy photos of the 2009 seem too little, unless they have a lot of new features, we haven't seen yet. also there is no way i'm going to give up what i have now for a new model that gets the same mediocre gas mileage.

  5. By ACURA23CL #15, Posted: 5/14/2008

    Man...this better be a d@mn test mule, that's all I know! You can't tell me that the next generation Xterra is basically the same truck. That's like electing McCain to office. It'll be four more years of the same d@mn sh!t. We need Obama in the office, and all new make-over for the Xterra!

  6. By Big K #16, Posted: 5/18/2008

    Heck, with the exception of the front end, it's a ringer for my 05. The 4.0 liter VQ V6 has plenty of power; the Titan's V8 would be awesome but is totally unnecessary. The 00-04 Xterra compared to 05+ is crap. It rides like hell, is underpowered even with the V6, just....ugghh. The 05 and up is a logical progression of styling, it definately looks bulkier but honestly isn't a whole lot heavier, the old Xterra had iron block engines, whereas the 05 and up VQ engine is an aluminum block. The interior is still quasi-cheap, but durable....

  7. By john #17, Posted: 5/27/2008

    the best off road vehicle i've seen since the FJ40 & FJ80 w/lockers.> XTERRA is strong, simple, offers 6 spd w/choice of 2 or 4 wd so rare and valued a proven system...sized right comfortable w/useful torque, ac, strong frame, built by insightful, real-world saavy folks who have offered us an amazingly affordable, durable package of what has worked since 1943...WITH modern thoughtful reliability, great tunes, satellite radio, trouble-free,advanced engine management systems, vvt twin cam, 4 valves /cyl, cross-flow heads durable, capable simple, functionally elegant even has a place for my go mug,Engle's 12V refrigerator/freezer, Kenwood TS50S, room up top for 4 gas cans and soft stuff...get one of these OFF ROAD models while they are still available NOTHING like it for the money.... jtf '

  8. By Tony D #18, Posted: 5/28/2008

    I have a 2006 and I love it...I had borrowed a 2002 for a weekend and found it underpowered.
    The styling is definitely punchy and a bit futuresque...but my first drive off the lot confirmed how much more I prefferred the tight sterring, stiffer suspension and 265hp engine.
    I will get a new model if they change it enough otherwise, I'll ride mine into the ground.
    Cheers

  9. By Noah #19, Posted: 5/31/2008

    Does anyone know when the 2009 is available? I think I prefer the 05-08 but I was just curious.

  10. By TechRider #20, Posted: 6/9/2008

    Well, it still looks pretty much like my 2006 SE, which is fine with me. With the exception of the cost to fuel my XTerra, I am still very happy with it. I have put 50000 miles on it and it still runs like new. It is a great vehicle and it does what I need. I would not trade it for anything else.

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