2012 Nissan Xterra

$3,350
from
42
listings
$3K–$16K
price range
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Low$3,350
High$16,024
From$3,350
Avg Mileage145,238 mi
Fresh

Sourced from 42 active dealer listings as of

2012 Nissan Xterra Trims

All Trims Combined
From$3,350
$3K–$16K
42 listings145,238 avg miles
Off-Road
From$1,500
8 listings|$2K–$12K
PRO-4X
From$3,350
59 listings|$3K–$26K
S
From$1,500
163 listings|$2K–$20K
SE
From$2,300
20 listings|$2K–$9K
X
From$2,999
40 listings|$3K–$22K
XE
From$900
30 listings|$900–$10K

2012 Nissan Xterra Pricing

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$2K$4K$6K$8K$10KMar 26Mar 26Mar 26$1,900
3 data pointsAs of Mar 26

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Nissan Xterra Safety & Reliability

Low Concern

With 2 recalls and 15 complaints, the 2012 Nissan Xterra rates as low on the safety concern scale. Always run the VIN through NHTSA's lookup tool before signing.

2
Recalls
15
Complaints
0
Crashes
0
Fires
Recall Findings
11V5920002011-19-12
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

NISSAN IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 INFINITI FX, MODEL YEAR 2012 INFINITI M, MODEL YEAR 2011-2012 NISSAN FRONTIER, MODEL YEAR 2011-2012 NISSAN XTERRA, MODEL YEAR 2011-2012 NISSAN PATHFINDER, AND MODEL YEAR 2012 NISSAN NV VEHICLES. SOME OF THE BOLTS THAT CONNECT THE ENGINE OIL COOLER AND THE ENGINE OIL FILTER TO THE ENGINE IN THESE VEHICLES MAY HAVE BEEN MANUFACTURED TO BELOW SPECIFICATION STRENGTH. AS A RESULT, THE BOLT MAY BREAK AT THE OIL FILTER ATTACHMENT POINT AND CAN CAUSE AN ENGINE OIL LEAK.

IF THERE IS AN ENGINE OIL LEAK, THE ENGINE OIL PRESSURE WOULD DROP AND THE ENGINE COULD SEIZE, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

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12V4620002012-20-09
SUSPENSION:FRONT:HUB

Nissan is recalling certain model year 2012 Frontier, Pathfinder, and Xterra two-wheel drive vehicles manufactured from June 19, 2012, through July 12, 2012. These vehicles may have been equipped with front wheel hubs that may not meet the design hardness specifications. A wheel hub that was manufactured below hardness specification may wear prematurely and eventually crack.

If the vehicle is driven in this condition, the wheel hub may break, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 2012 Nissan Xterra's biggest weak point? POWER TRAIN. It leads 15 total complaints spanning 1 years. Budget for a thorough pre-purchase inspection, especially in that area.

01Power Train5
02Air Bags4
03Engine3
04Fuel/propulsion System1
05Unknown Or Other1
15 total across 1 model years (2012–2012)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Nissan Xterra Fuel Economy

17–18mpg combined
·
15-16city
·
20-22hwy
·
$2,450-$2,600/yr

Fuel economy for the 2012 Nissan Xterra ranges from 17 to 18 MPG combined across 3 setups. The table below breaks it down by trim so you know exactly what you're signing up for.

By Trim
Xterra 2WD - Automatic 5-spd
18mpg
4.0L 6-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
16 city22 hwy~$2,450/yr-1/10 Poor
Xterra 4WD - Automatic 5-spd
17mpg
4.0L 6-cyl · 4-Wheel Drive
15 city20 hwy~$2,600/yr-1/10 Poor
Xterra 4WD - Manual 6-spd
17mpg
4.0L 6-cyl · 4-Wheel Drive
16 city20 hwy~$2,600/yr-1/10 Poor

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Where to Find 2012 Nissan Xterra

31States

The biggest cluster of inventory is in Colorado (10%), but the remaining listings are spread across 30 other states nationwide.

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 2012.

Buying a 2012 Nissan Xterra?

Answers to common buyer questions

Is the 2012 Nissan Xterra a good car to buy?

The 2012 Nissan Xterra has its strengths and its watch-outs. 2 recalls have been issued, so verify completion with the dealer. Owners report power train as the area to watch most closely. Check the safety section for recall details and the pricing data to see if the numbers work for you.

Are there recalls on the 2012 Nissan Xterra?

There are 2 documented recalls for the 2012 Nissan Xterra. Don't let that scare you; most are routine. Just make sure they're all resolved before you sign. Details in the safety overview.

What's the gas mileage of the 2012 Nissan Xterra?

You'll get between 17 and 18 MPG combined from the 2012 Nissan Xterra, depending on engine and drivetrain. That's a meaningful difference over time. The fuel economy table shows exactly which configs get what.

What are common problems with the 2012 Nissan Xterra?

Out of 15 owner complaints, power train issues lead the pack. Get a pre-purchase inspection that specifically covers this area. The known issues breakdown has all the details.

How does the 2012 compare to other Nissan Xterra years?

Pricing, reliability, and supply vary across Nissan Xterra model years. Visit the Nissan Xterra buyer's guide to compare year-over-year.

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