DecodedCars2014 Nissan Xterra
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2014 models.
- Class
- Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
- Body styles
- 4dr SUV 4WD S/Pro-4x
- Engines
- 4.0L 6-cyl
- Drivetrain
- Rear-Wheel Drive, 4-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Regular Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 18 combined · 16 city / 22 hwy
- Length
- 178.3 in
- Curb weight
- 4,431 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 0 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- AWD / 4WD available
- Few owner complaints9 complaints filed with NHTSA versus about 284 for similar models.
- No recalls so far
Watch out for
- Below-average fuel economyBest version gets 18 MPG combined, 22% below the 2014 small SUV average of 23.1 MPG.
- Higher rollover riskNHTSA estimates a 25.6% chance of rollover in a single-vehicle crash.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 21 similar 2014 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2014 Nissan Xterra is a small SUV offered with a 4.0L 6-cyl engine and rear-wheel drive and 4-wheel drive.
It measures about 178 inches long and 73 inches wide on a 106-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 4,431 lb.
EPA rates its most efficient version at 18 MPG combined (16 city / 22 highway), 22% worse than the 2014 small SUV average of 23.1 MPG, for an estimated $3,700 a year in fuel.
NHTSA has not published a 5-Star overall rating for this model year.
It has 0 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 9 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the suspension.
What changed for 2014
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2013 Xterra — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2013; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2013 Xterra →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4dr SUV 4WD S/Pro-4x | 178.3 in | 72.8 in | 74.8 in | 106.3 in | 61.4 / 61.4 in | 4,431 lb | 56/44 |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Xterra 2WD | 4.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 16 / 22 / 18 | -22% | $3,700 | 489 |
| Xterra 4WD | 4.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 15 / 20 / 17 | -22% | $3,950 | 530 |
| Xterra 4WD | 4.0L 6-cyl | Manual 6-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 16 / 20 / 17 | -22% | $3,950 | 516 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2014 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Driver / passenger | Side | Side pole | Rollover | Rollover risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 Nissan Xterra SUV RWD | Not rated | Not rated | –★ / –★ | Not rated | Not rated | ★★★★★ | 24.6% |
| 2014 Nissan Xterra SUV 4WD | Not rated | Not rated | –★ / –★ | Not rated | Not rated | ★★★★★ | 25.6% |
Similar 2014 small SUVs
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 Nissan Xterra (this car) | 18 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2014 Toyota RAV4 | 26 MPG | ★★★★★ | 7 |
| 2014 Honda CR-V | 26 MPG | ★★★★★ | 1 |
| 2014 Hyundai Tucson | 25 MPG | ★★★★★ | 2 |
| 2014 Subaru Forester | 27 MPG | ★★★★★ | 2 |
| 2014 Mazda CX-5 | 29 MPG | ★★★★★ | 3 |
| 2014 Volkswagen Tiguan | 23 MPG | ★★★★★ | 3 |
Recalls (0)
No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2014 Nissan Xterra.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗Not every 2014 Nissan Xterra is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Used 2014 Nissan Xterra buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. No recalls on file, but check anyway.
- Suspension — 3 owner reports. Drive over bumps and listen for clunks; look for uneven tire wear.
- Air Bags — 3 owner reports. Confirm the airbag warning light turns off after start-up and any airbag recall was completed.
- Steering — 1 owner reports. Turn lock-to-lock while parked and on the road; listen for noises and feel for heavy or loose steering.
- Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 77,000 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2014 Nissan Xterra. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other Xterra years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 Xterra | 18 | 178.3 in | Not rated | 0 | 10 |
| 2013 Xterra | 18 | 178.3 in | Not rated | 0 | 3 |
| 2012 Xterra | 18 | 178.3 in | Not rated | 2 | 12 |
| 2011 Xterra | 18 | 178.3 in | Not rated | 2 | 16 |
| 2010 Xterra | 18 | 178.3 in | Not rated | 4 | 27 |
| 2009 Xterra | 18 | 178.3 in | Not rated | 2 | 11 |
| 2008 Xterra | 17 | 178.3 in | Not rated | 3 | 74 |
| 2007 Xterra | 17 | 178.3 in | Not rated | 0 | 226 |
| 2006 Xterra | 17 | 178.3 in | Not rated | 2 | 221 |
| 2005 Xterra | 17 | 178.3 in | Not rated | 1 | 159 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Nissan. How we calculate this →