Nissan Xterra towing capacity by year
The Nissan Xterra has tow data across 15 model years, from 2000 through 2014. The most recent 2014 Nissan Xterra carries a maximum tow rating of 5,000 lb.
Pick a year below to open the full Nissan Xterra page for that model year. Each year page shows the maximum tow capacity, every trim the dataset covers separately, the engine and drivetrain combination, GVWR, curb weight, payload, and axle ratio.
Nissan Xterra max tow rating, last 5 model years
Year-over-year max tow rating for the Nissan Xterra, with the most recent year highlighted. Use the trend to spot generation changes, powertrain refreshes, and SAE J2807 re-tests that revised the published figure.
Recent Nissan Xterra years (2010–2014)
Click any year for the full per-trim breakdown — engine, drivetrain, horsepower, torque, axle ratio, GVWR, curb weight, and payload.
| Year | Trims on file | Max tow (lb) |
|---|---|---|
| 2014 Nissan Xterra | 3 | 5,000 |
| 2013 Nissan Xterra | 3 | 5,000 |
| 2012 Nissan Xterra | 3 | 5,000 |
| 2011 Nissan Xterra | 3 | 5,000 |
| 2010 Nissan Xterra | 4 | 5,000 |
Older Nissan Xterra years (2000–2009)
Earlier model years for the Nissan Xterra, going back to 2000. Pre-2015 ratings predate SAE J2807, so figures from those years may be measured under different assumptions than current ratings.
| Year | Trims on file | Max tow (lb) |
|---|---|---|
| 2009 Nissan Xterra | 4 | 5,000 |
| 2008 Nissan Xterra | 4 | 5,000 |
| 2007 Nissan Xterra | 4 | 5,000 |
| 2006 Nissan Xterra | 4 | 5,000 |
| 2005 Nissan Xterra | 3 | 5,000 |
| 2004 Nissan Xterra | 7 | 5,000 |
| 2003 Nissan Xterra | 7 | 5,000 |
| 2002 Nissan Xterra | 4 | 5,000 |
| 2001 Nissan Xterra | 5 | 5,000 |
| 2000 Nissan Xterra | 2 | 5,000 |
All figures sourced from manufacturer documentation. See our methodology for how the dataset is compiled.