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Nissan Xterra vs. Toyota FJ Cruiser

41 messages,  Last post on Aug 17, 2011 at 12:03 AM

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What is this discussion about? Nissan Xterra, Toyota FJ Cruiser, Car Buying, SUV

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#32 of 41 Re: [tokastyle] by dewey3

Nov 17, 2006 (8:59 am)

Replying to: tokastyle (Jun 20, 2006 8:16 am)
I've had my FJ for 4 months now and have no complaints. It is definately a one of a kind. There are so many after market accessories for the FJ. I took it off road at Paragon Adventure Park and it dominated. Rubicons, H3's could not keep up. Never once did it get stuck. If you are looking for a truck that can be off and on road, I would take the FJ.

#33 of 41 FJ vs X by labman57

Nov 26, 2006 (2:11 pm)

The last 2 vehicles I have purchased, I have done over the internet. They were a 1999 Subaru Outback and my 05 Xterra. I researched the vehicles I was interested in, decided how much I was willing to pay and then went looking for the vehicle. When we bought the X, we knew what the credit union was charging for the loan (4.9%). When we got to the dealer we were really only going to look and get the info to take back to the CU. They asked what the interest rate was and said if they could beat it, would we go with them. We got 4.78% from the dealer. We got to the dealer at 1:30 and at 4:30 drove out. No hassles, no pressure. They had a set price for the internet sales. We paid about 3% over invoice. I have no real complaints about the X. The only recall has been the trailer hitch.

#34 of 41 Re: good forum [detour] by kg21

Nov 28, 2006 (10:25 pm)

Replying to: detour (Jul 04, 2006 9:04 am)
I am in the same situation you are in. I like how the RAV4 V6 drives on the road but I would rather go for a 4WD over AWD (and a more masculine look). The FJ Cruiser would seem to fit me but I'm not so much a fan of the standout looks and would rather go for more of a conservative Xterra design. I have owned Toyota's for years and have done great with them, but I'm not so sure about the nissans. Any help out there?

#35 of 41 6 months later....dealers pricing\discounts on the FJ by rollbar

Dec 13, 2006 (8:15 am)

I dropped into this post after buying my FJ last week. Things have changed significantly and so I thought I would add a post for 6 month post debut pricing.
 
I got a loaded FJ from a Cincinnati Dealer after Internet shopping dealers in Ohio, Western PA and Indiana. I had several offers in the $500 to $700 over invoice range on vehicles from several dealers that were not quite what I wanted. Then found the options I did want in Cincinnati and started a pricing discussion.
 
Right out of the box had an offer for $700 over invoice. Countered with $500 over invoice and they made the deal. (Joseph Toyota, Steve G). They had 6 on the lot, which may have helped.
 
Had concerns going down to Cincinnati from Columbus to finalize the paperwork and pick up the FJ. All that worry for nothing....the vehicle was exactly as represented, no pressure to buy additional items, and the final numbers were exactly as we had discussed. They had it prepped and detailed, sitting out front. One of the easiest vehicle deals I've had. A pleasant experience.
 
In short, you should be able to get $500 to $700 over invoice without too much difficulty now.
 
Roll Yellow; Hitch; roof rack; Convenience pkg; upgrade pkg 2; side air bags; arm rest; all weather mats; (ordered my rail/running boards and will install this weekend).

#36 of 41 FJ vs Xterra by hawi7

Apr 11, 2007 (9:55 pm)

I compared these two for weeks, test drove both, and dealer priced them both. I got a better deal with an 06 X than a 07 FJ and I liked the looks of the X more in the end. It felt more sporty behind the wheel and I like the growl of the Nissan engine. The visibility issue with the FJ can potentially be dangerous and the rear seats don't lie flat in back. In public, the FJ is a head turner though, at least for now.

#37 of 41 Re: Nissan Xterra vs. Toyota FJ Cruiser [steve_] by ga_king

Apr 23, 2007 (3:56 pm)

Replying to: steve_ (Jun 13, 2006 7:51 am)
I have an '03 Xterra 4x4 and love it.. I have driven both as i was considering a new xterra.. the fj looks kind of fadish to me and the blind spots are endless when driving.. I do think the engine was a little better in the fj, however, overall the Xterra is a much better all around vehicle.

#38 of 41 Re: Nissan Xterra vs. Toyota FJ Cruiser [ga_king] by xtierra

Jun 26, 2007 (6:39 pm)

Replying to: ga_king (Apr 23, 2007 3:56 pm)
i have an 05 xterra and have logged 73,000 miles wich 90% in mexico. I researched through edmunds and consumer reports, then headed to dealership and checked out what separates the "x" "s" "se" "offroad" models. i wanted an s model and the lack of foglights helped me spot it on the parking lot. i checked what options came installed at the factory to avoid requesting those and being charged. i just said no, i dont want that , no i dont need that. it was already in the s model. i will be purchasing a new xterra with the electronic lock wich is the off road model. test drove the fj and was not too impressed. xterra has more horsepower and the fj are being sold too fast with people throwing money at what ever figure the dealership wants. forget about the invoice on the windshield, that was placed by the dealership.. buying ????.00 over invoice is simply paying what they want you to pay. i am concerned about those unexpected flat tires on 1 week old fj. 30,000 for an fj not worth it.... money in the trash.. get an xterra and really appreciate value for your money.

#39 of 41 Re: Nissan Xterra vs. Toyota FJ Cruiser [xtierra] by summer73

Mar 28, 2009 (5:16 am)

Replying to: xtierra (Jun 26, 2007 6:39 pm)
Since these are older posts by now, what would everyone say about the Xterra vs FJ now? Now that the hype of the FJ has diminished since it's first introduction, would that be the better vehicle or the Xterra? I live out in the country with some rather bumpy roads, which do you think would hold up better for that?

#40 of 41 Re: Nissan Xterra vs. Toyota FJ Cruiser [summer73] by hawi7

Mar 28, 2009 (2:25 pm)

Replying to: summer73 (Mar 28, 2009 5:16 am)
The Xterra can do everything the FJ can offroad and it looks better, cost less and has better driver visibility. I love my X Offroad 2006 in black. It s a well put together machine!

#41 of 41 Re: good forum [kg21] by jerrymax

Aug 17, 2011 (12:03 am)

Replying to: kg21 (Nov 28, 2006 10:25 pm)
For what it's worth, I've found Nissan quality to be as good or better than Toyota. I've known people who owned Pathfinders and X-terras and had no complaints. And my 1997 Maxima is running like new with 207k on the odometer. Nissan is especially noted for superb engine performance and the X-terra has more power under the hood than the FJ.

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