2010 Nissan Xterra Tech Specs
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Truck Trend is the source for official specifications, payload, towing capacity, and other information that matters to real truck users. Check out the latest info for the 2010 Nissan Xterra compact sport/utility vehicle. The Xterra features a 4.0-liter V-6 with two available transmissions: a six-speed manual and five-speed automatic.
| 2010 Nissan Xterra Technical Specifications |
| Overview |
| Models: | X, S, Off-Road, SE |
| Body style / driveline: | compact SUV / front engine, 4x2 and part-time 4x4 |
| Construction: | body-on-frame (ladder-type), corrosion-resistant and high-strength steel |
| EPA vehicle class: | compact SUV |
| Manufacturing location: | Smyrna, Tennessee |
| Engine |
| Name | VQ40 |
| Cam design | DOHC |
| Orientation | Longitudinal |
| Cylinders / configuration | V-6 |
| Block / head composition | Aluminum / aluminum |
| Displacement | 4.0L (3954 cc) |
| Horsepower | 261 @ 5600 RPM |
| Torque (lb-ft) | 281 @ 4000 RPM |
| Bore & stroke (mm) | 95.5 x 92 |
| Compression ratio (:1) | 9.7 |
| Spark plugs | Platinum-tipped |
| Maximum engine speed | 6000 rpm |
| Induction system | Nissan Variable Induction System |
| Valvetrain | DOHC, Silent Chain, Two-Stage, 4-Valves per Cylinder |
| Engine mounts | 3 solid (non-fluid filled) mounts |
| Recommended fuel | Regular unleaded |
| Emissions system | 50-state ULEV Tier 2 Bin 5 |
| Exhaust | Single exit / main and post mufflers |
| Electrical |
| Ignition system | Electronic (direct injection) |
| Starter | 12 volt |
| Alternator | 1.8 watt |
| Battery | GR24F-550 |
| 2010 Nissan Xterra Transmission and Drive System |
| | 4x2 | 4x4 |
| X | S | SE | X | S | OR | SE |
| Drive configuration | 2WD or part-time 4WD |
| Transmission type | 5-speed A/T (Standard on S, SE; Optional on X, Off-Road)
or
6-speed manual (Standard on X, Off-Road) |
| Gear ratio | M/T A/T |
| 1st | 4.368 3.842 |
| 2nd | 2.518 2.353 |
| 3rd | 1.743 1.529 |
| 4th | 1.283 1.000 |
| 5th | 1.000 0.839 |
| 6th | 0.769 ------ |
| Reverse | 3.966 2.765 |
| Final drive ratio (:1) | M/T A/T |
3.692 3.133
(3.357 for OR A/T) |
| Transfer case gear ratio (:1) |
| Low | - | 2.625 |
| High | - | 1.000 |
| Off-Road VDC (includes Hill Start Assist [HSA] and Hill Descent Control) | Standard (4x4 Off-Road model A/T only) |
| Electronic locking rear differential | Standard (Off-Road model only) |
| Brake Limited Slip Differential (BLSD) | Standard (Off-Road model only) |
| Brakes |
| Standard |
| Front |
| Type | Vented disc |
| Rotor size diameter and thickness (in.) | 11.65 x 1.1 |
| Rear |
| Type | Vented disc |
| Rotor size diameter and thickness (in.) | To be announced |
| Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) | Standard |
| Number of wheels/channels/sensors | 4/4/4 |
| Electronic Brake force Distribution (EBD) | Standard |
| Parking brake |
| Type | Foot pedal |
| Location | Left of brake / clutch |
| Steering |
| Type | Power rack-and-pinion |
| Power-assisted | Engine-speed-sensitive |
| Overall ratio (:1) | 20.4 |
| Turns (lock-to-lock) | 3.54 |
| Curb-to-curb turning diameter (ft.) | 37 ft. 7 in. (4x2), 37 ft. 3 in. (4x4) |
| Manual tilt steering | Standard |
| Suspension |
| Front; Stabilizer bar | Independent double-wishbone; 33 mm diameter |
| Rear; Stabilizer bar | Multi-leaf with solid axle; 25.4 mm diameter |
| Bilstein gas-filled shock absorbers | Standard (Off-Road models only) |