Compare 2003 Nissan Xterra specifications by trim levels
Xterra is a 5-seat Body-On-Frame SUV from Nissan, which first hit the market back in 2000.
With the price tag ranging from $17,999 to $27,999, the Nissan Xterra faces the stiff competition with the same-class rivals like Dodge Durango.
The Nissan Xterra has a maximum towing capacity of 5000 lbs, but double check that this applies to the configuration you want.
The Nissan Xterra boasts the average fuel economy anywhere from 19 to 24 mpg, depending on the petrol type and engine capacity.
The maximum width and height is 70.40mm x 178.00mm respectively and can vary on the basis of model.
Key Specs of 2003 Nissan Xterra
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Fuel Tank: 19.4 gal
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Wheelbase: 104.3 in
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MPG: 19 city/24 hwy
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0-60 mph: 10.7 sec
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Towing: 3500 lbs
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Towing capacity: 3500 lbs
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Curb: 3589 lbs
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Tires: P265/70SR15.0 BSW AS
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Cargo: 44.5 cu.ft
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Passenger capacity: 5
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Dimensions(LxWxH): 178 x 70.4 x 74
2003 Nissan Xterra Price, Review, Ratings and Pictures
The Nissan Xterra is offered in 7 trim levels. Compare the trim levels to ensure you will have the desired features and will not pay for the unnecessary upgrades
Our comprehensive charts with interior and exterior specs are also designed to give you thorough details about Nissan Xterra safety features and entertainment system, technical aspects, and so on.
Compare the Nissan Xterra specifications & features by choosing the necessary trim level & year of manufacture.
Specs
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Main Info
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Body Style Body-On-Frame SUV
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Doors 4
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Engine
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Horsepower 143 hp @ 5200 –
210 hp @ 4800 -
Torque 154 lb-ft. –
246 lb-ft. -
0-60mph / 0-100kmh 7.9 - 10.7 sec
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1/4 mile time 16 - 17.8 sec
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Dimensions
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Length 178 in
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Width 70.4 in
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Height 74 in
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Wheelbase 104.3 in
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Curb Weight 3589 lbs
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GVWR 5000 lbs
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Towing capacity 3500 lbs
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Turning radius 17.7 ft
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CAPACITY
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Seats 5
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Passenger volume 71
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FUEL
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Fuel tank 19.4 gal
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City 15 - 19 mpg
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Combined 17 - 22 mpg
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Highway 19 - 24 mpg
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Highway range 368.6 - 465.6 mi
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Specifications 
XE I4 4x2 |
XE 4x2 |
SE 4x2 |
SE S/C 4x2 |
Exterior length | |||
178.00 in | 178.00 in | 178.00 in | 178.00 in |
Exterior body width | |||
70.40 in | 70.40 in | 70.40 in | 70.40 in |
Exterior height | |||
74.00 in | 74.00 in | 74.00 in | 74.00 in |
Horsepower | |||
143 | 180 | 180 | 210 |
Torque | |||
154 | 202 | 202 | 246 |
Fuel economy - city | |||
19 mpg | 16 mpg | 17 mpg | 15 mpg |
Fuel economy - highway | |||
24 mpg | 19 mpg | 20 mpg | 19 mpg |
0-60mph / 0-100kmh (s) | |||
10.70 seconds | 9.40 seconds | 9.10 seconds | 8.10 seconds |
1/4 mile time | |||
17.80 seconds | 16.80 seconds | 16.80 seconds | 16.20 seconds |
1/4 mile speed | |||
79 mph | 83 mph | 81 mph | 86 mph |
Lateral acceleration (g) | |||
0.80 | 0.80 | 0.80 | 0.80 |
Slalom speed | |||
59 mph | 58 mph | 58 mph | 59 mph |
Bore-and-Stroke | |||
3.50/3.78 " | 3.60/3.27 " | 3.60/3.27 " | 3.60/3.27 " |
Curb weight | |||
3589.00 lbs | 3760.00 lbs | 3857.00 lbs | 3911.00 lbs |
Gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) | |||
5000.00 lbs | 5000.00 lbs | 5000.00 lbs | 5000.00 lbs |
Maximum Trailer Weight | |||
3500.00 lbs. | 3500.00 lbs. | 5000.00 lbs. | 5000.00 lbs. |
Wheelbase | |||
104.30 in | 104.30 in | 104.30 in | 104.30 in |
Front track | |||
60.00 " | 60.00 " | 60.00 " | 60.00 " |
Rear track | |||
59.30 " | 59.30 " | 59.30 " | 59.30 " |
Turning radius | |||
17.70 | 17.70 | 17.70 | 17.70 |
Front legroom | |||
41.40 in | 41.40 in | 41.40 in | 41.40 in |
Rear legroom | |||
32.80 in | 32.80 in | 32.80 in | 32.80 in |
Front headroom | |||
38.60 in | 38.60 in | 38.60 in | 38.60 in |
Rear headroom | |||
37.80 in | 37.80 in | 37.80 in | 37.80 in |
Front hip room | |||
52.00 in | 52.00 in | 52.00 in | 52.00 in |
Rear hip room | |||
51.90 in | 51.90 in | 51.90 in | 51.90 in |
Front shoulder room | |||
54.50 in | 54.50 in | 54.50 in | 54.50 in |
Rear shoulder room | |||
54.40 in | 54.40 in | 54.40 in | 54.40 in |
Luggage volume | |||
44.50 cu.ft. | 44.50 cu.ft. | 44.50 cu.ft. | 44.50 cu.ft. |
Luggage volume (max) | |||
65.60 cu.ft. | 65.60 cu.ft. | 65.60 cu.ft. | 65.60 cu.ft. |
Passenger volume | |||
71 cu.ft. | 71 cu.ft. | 71 cu.ft. | 71 cu.ft. |
Fuel tank | |||
19.40 gal. | 19.40 gal. | 19.40 gal. | 19.40 gal. |
Payload | |||
1250 lbs. | 1000 lbs. | 1000 lbs. | 1000 lbs. |
XE 4x4 |
SE 4x4 |
SE S/C 4x4 |
Exterior length | ||
178.00 in | 178.00 in | 178.00 in |
Exterior body width | ||
70.40 in | 70.40 in | 70.40 in |
Exterior height | ||
74.00 in | 74.00 in | 74.00 in |
Horsepower | ||
180 | 180 | 210 |
Torque | ||
202 | 202 | 246 |
Fuel economy - city | ||
16 mpg | 15 mpg | 16 mpg |
Fuel economy - highway | ||
19 mpg | 19 mpg | 20 mpg |
0-60mph / 0-100kmh (s) | ||
9.90 seconds | 9.20 seconds | 7.90 seconds |
1/4 mile time | ||
17.10 seconds | 16.70 seconds | 16.00 seconds |
1/4 mile speed | ||
81 mph | 79 mph | 84 mph |
Lateral acceleration (g) | ||
0.80 | 0.80 | 0.80 |
Slalom speed | ||
58 mph | 57 mph | 58 mph |
Bore-and-Stroke | ||
3.60/3.27 " | 3.60/3.27 " | 3.60/3.27 " |
Curb weight | ||
4046.00 lbs | 4156.00 lbs | 4200.00 lbs |
Gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) | ||
5200.00 lbs | 5200.00 lbs | 5200.00 lbs |
Maximum Trailer Weight | ||
3500.00 lbs. | 5000.00 lbs. | 5000.00 lbs. |
Wheelbase | ||
104.30 in | 104.30 in | 104.30 in |
Front track | ||
60.00 " | 60.00 " | 60.00 " |
Rear track | ||
59.30 " | 59.30 " | 59.30 " |
Turning radius | ||
17.70 | 17.70 | 17.70 |
Front legroom | ||
41.40 in | 41.40 in | 41.40 in |
Rear legroom | ||
32.80 in | 32.80 in | 32.80 in |
Front headroom | ||
38.60 in | 38.60 in | 38.60 in |
Rear headroom | ||
37.80 in | 37.80 in | 37.80 in |
Front hip room | ||
52.00 in | 52.00 in | 52.00 in |
Rear hip room | ||
51.90 in | 51.90 in | 51.90 in |
Front shoulder room | ||
54.50 in | 54.50 in | 54.50 in |
Rear shoulder room | ||
54.40 in | 54.40 in | 54.40 in |
Luggage volume | ||
44.50 cu.ft. | 44.50 cu.ft. | 44.50 cu.ft. |
Luggage volume (max) | ||
65.60 cu.ft. | 65.60 cu.ft. | 65.60 cu.ft. |
Passenger volume | ||
71 cu.ft. | 71 cu.ft. | 71 cu.ft. |
Fuel tank | ||
19.40 gal. | 19.40 gal. | 19.40 gal. |
Payload | ||
1000 lbs. | 1000 lbs. | 1000 lbs. |
Interior Features 
XE I4 4x2 |
XE 4x2 |
SE 4x2 |
SE S/C 4x2 |
12V DC power outlet | |||
3 | 4 | 6 | 6 |
Seatback storage pockets | |||
1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
Cargo Net - Pet Guard | |||
4179 | 4179 | 4179 | 4179 |
XE 4x4 |
SE 4x4 |
SE S/C 4x4 |
Air conditioning, front | ||
2825 | 2825 | 2825 |
12V DC power outlet | ||
4 | 6 | 6 |
Seatback storage pockets | ||
1 | 1 | 1 |
Cargo Net - Pet Guard | ||
4179 | 4179 | 4179 |
Exterior Features 
XE I4 4x2 |
XE 4x2 |
SE 4x2 |
SE S/C 4x2 |
Door count | |||
4 doors | 4 doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Front tires | |||
P265/70SR15.0 BSW AS | P265/70SR16.0 BSW AS | P265/70SR16.0 OWL AS | P265/65SR17.0 OWL AS |
Wheels | |||
15" silver styled steel | 16" silver alloy | 16" painted alloy | 17" painted alloy |
Sunroof | |||
1st row removeable manual tilting glass | 1st row removeable manual tilting glass | – | – |
XE 4x4 |
SE 4x4 |
SE S/C 4x4 |
Antenna | ||
3393 | 3393 | 3393 |
Door count | ||
4 doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Front tires | ||
P265/70SR16.0 BSW AS | P265/70SR16.0 OWL AS | P265/65SR17.0 OWL AS |
Wheels | ||
16" silver alloy | 16" painted alloy | 17" painted alloy |
Sunroof | ||
1st row removeable manual tilting glass | 1st row removeable manual tilting glass | – |
Seats 
XE I4 4x2 |
XE 4x2 |
SE 4x2 |
SE S/C 4x2 |
Standard seating | |||
5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
XE 4x4 |
SE 4x4 |
SE S/C 4x4 |
Front seat type | ||
2989 | 2989 | 2989 |
Standard seating | ||
5 | 5 | 5 |
Entertainment System 
XE I4 4x2 |
XE 4x2 |
SE 4x2 |
SE S/C 4x2 |
Speakers | |||
4 | 6 | 8 | 8 |
Amplifier | |||
Rockford Fosgate premium | Rockford Fosgate premium | Rockford Fosgate premium | – |
XE 4x4 |
SE 4x4 |
SE S/C 4x4 |
Radio | ||
3131 | 3131 | 3131 |
Speakers | ||
6 | 8 | 8 |
Amplifier | ||
Rockford Fosgate premium | Rockford Fosgate premium | Rockford Fosgate premium |
Safety and Security Features 
XE I4 4x2 |
XE 4x2 |
SE 4x2 |
SE S/C 4x2 |
XE 4x4 |
SE 4x4 |
SE S/C 4x4 |
Airbags, frontal | ||
3214 | 3214 | 3214 |
Mechanical Features 
XE I4 4x2 |
XE 4x2 |
SE 4x2 |
SE S/C 4x2 |
Axle ratio | |||
4.88 | 4.64 | 4.64 | 4.64 |
XE 4x4 |
SE 4x4 |
SE S/C 4x4 |
Engine | ||
4783 | 4783 | 4783 |
Axle ratio | ||
4.64 | 4.64 | 4.64 |
Other Specs 
XE I4 4x2 |
XE 4x2 |
SE 4x2 |
SE S/C 4x2 |
Maximum towing capacity | |||
3500 lbs. | 3500 lbs. | 5000 lbs. | 5000 lbs. |
XE 4x4 |
SE 4x4 |
SE S/C 4x4 |
Horsepower rpm | ||
4800 | 4800 | 4800 |
Maximum towing capacity | ||
3500 lbs. | 5000 lbs. | 5000 lbs. |