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2009 Nissan Xterra MPG & fuel economy

The 2009 Nissan Xterra is a SUV offered in 4 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 18 MPG combined (16 city / 20 highway) on regular gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 17 to 18 MPG. That's up 1 MPG from the 2008 model. Among 109 SUVs rated for 2009, it ranks 48th for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, it costs about $2,583 a year to fuel.

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Combined 18 MPG 16 MPG city · 20 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $2,583 15,000 mi/yr · $17.22 per 100 mi
Class rank, 2009 #48 of 109 SUVs by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 2009 Nissan Xterra's fuel average is 7.7 km/L (13.1 L/100 km), or 18 MPG combined: 6.8 km/L in the city and 8.5 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City166.814.7
Highway208.511.8
Combined187.713.1

How it ranks among 2009 SUVs

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  1. 1Ford Escape Hybrid32 MPG $1,453
  2. 2Mazda Tribute Hybrid32 MPG $1,453
  3. 3Mercury Mariner Hybrid32 MPG $1,453
  4. 4Saturn Vue Hybrid28 MPG $1,661
  5. 5Toyota Highlander Hybrid26 MPG $1,788
  6. 48Nissan Xterra18 MPG $2,583
  7. 109Mercedes-Benz G-Class12 MPG $4,938
2009 XterraOther SUVsClass median: $2,583/yr

Annual fuel cost at 15,000 miles and default prices; shorter bars cost less.

Xterra MPG across model years

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4 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
RWD · 4.0L 6-cyl · 6-speed manual
Xterra 2WD		 Gas 16 MPG 20 MPG 18 MPG — $2,583
RWD · 4.0L 6-cyl · 5-speed automatic
Xterra 2WD		 Gas 15 MPG 21 MPG 17 MPG — $2,735
4WD/AWD · 4.0L 6-cyl · 6-speed manual
Xterra 4WD		 Gas 16 MPG 20 MPG 17 MPG — $2,735
4WD/AWD · 4.0L 6-cyl · 5-speed automatic
Xterra 4WD		 Gas 15 MPG 20 MPG 17 MPG — $2,735

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Regular gasoline
Engine / motor
4.0L 6-cyl
Transmission
6-speed manual
Drivetrain
RWD
Tailpipe CO₂
494 g/mi

2009 Nissan Xterra vs. rivals

vs Toyota 4Runner 18 MPG · $2,583/yr Same fuel cost vs Jeep Grand Cherokee 18 MPG · $2,583/yr Same fuel cost vs Jeep Liberty 18 MPG · $2,583/yr Same fuel cost vs Kia Sorento 18 MPG · $2,583/yr Same fuel cost vs Subaru Tribeca 18 MPG · $2,583/yr Same fuel cost vs Dodge Nitro 18 MPG · $2,583/yr Same fuel cost vs Mazda CX-9 18 MPG · $2,583/yr Same fuel cost vs Hyundai Veracruz 18 MPG · $2,583/yr Same fuel cost vs Kia Borrego 18 MPG · $2,583/yr Same fuel cost

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Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 2009 Nissan Xterra?

Up to 18 MPG combined (16 city / 20 highway); ratings range from 17 to 18 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 2009 Nissan Xterra use?

Regular gasoline.

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 2009 Nissan Xterra?

The 2009 Nissan Xterra's fuel average is 7.7 km/L (13.1 L/100 km), or 18 MPG combined: 6.8 km/L in the city and 8.5 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 2009 Nissan Xterra per year?

About $2,583 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, or $17.22 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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