2012 FJ Cruiser vs. 2012 Nissan Xterra

Top FJ Cruiser Advantages Over Nissan Xterra

� perFOrmANCe AND eCONOmY FJ Cruiser’s advanced DOHC Dual Independent VVT-i V6 delivers the best of both worlds: formidable performance and impressive fuel economy.

� Better epA-estimated fuel economy FJ Cruiser’s fuel economy can help keep operating expenses lower for owners.

� A surprisiNg uTiliTY ADvANTAge Sport Utility Vehicles should be able to carry a wide array of passengers and gear. In other words, they need to handle heavy loads. FJ can, but Xterra can’t.

� much higher payload capacity FJ Cruiser can carry 346 pounds more than Xterra, which means the Nissan is seriously short on utility.

� mAJOr ON- AND OFF-rOAD CApABiliTY From its tire choices to its suspension and frame design, FJ provides on-road comfort and off-road ability that make it capable in almost any environment.

� Big 17-inch tires are standard on FJ 16-inch tires are the only choice for Xterra.

� more sophisticated suspension FJ Cruiser’s rear suspension uses flexible and compliant coil springs. Xterra is limited by rear leaf springs.

� Chassis clearance where you need it FJ can crawl across terrain that may stop Xterra.

� more off-road choices Xterra only has serious off-road technology on its most expensive model. FJ offers traction tech on all 4x4 models.

� eNDuriNg vAlue There’s more to value than just purchase price.

� Better predicted residual value FJ Cruiser may hold its value better over time.

� lower 5-year ownership cost Tally up all the costs of ownership, and FJ Cruiser comes out ahead.

� KeY FeATure ADvANTAges FJ Cruiser offers fun, functional and useful features on a wider range of models.

� Xterra limits premium features to the prO-4X FJ Cruiser comes standard with Bluetooth® technology, a USB port, and XM® satellite radio capability. Plus, a premium audio system and 115-volt power outlet are widely available.

Xterra and FJ Cruiser are likely to be cross-shopped by anyone who’s looking for a capable, go-anywhere, do-anything vehicle. Both of these machines have stout body-on-frame construction, robust V6 engines and lots of cargo space. Each can tow a hefty trailer. And of course, four-wheel drive is offered on either vehicle. But FJ Cruiser has a more focused off-road orientation.

You can see FJ’s dedication to adventure in its design, feel it in its more advanced suspension, and experience it with Toyota’s choice of two 4x4 systems. Plus, FJ is mechanically related to the world-market Land Cruiser, while Xterra traces its chassis DNA to a pickup. Which would you want offroad? As this Edge edition will show, FJ’s got the guts these customers want. And for more FJ vs. Xterra advantages, watch the Edge Live at eShowroom.

2011 Nissan Xterra shown

Top FJ Cruiser Advantages Over Nissan Xterra

� perFOrmANCe AND eCONOmYFJ Cruiser’s advanced DOHC Dual Independent VVT-i V6 delivers the best of both worlds:

2011 Nissan Xterra shown

2012 FJ Cruiser

Look inside for detailed info about this summary, important safety information and disclaimers.

OctOber 2011Updated 10/3/11

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Offered in three model grades—X, S and PRO-4X—the Xterra is available with four-wheel drive in all grades or two-wheel drive in the lower X and S grades. All grades are powered by a 4.0-liter V6. A six-speed manual transmission is standard on the S and PRO-4X. A five-speed automatic is standard on all X models and available on S and PRO-4X.Here’s a look at some of the major features of the Xterra range:

Xterra X Engine

4.0-liter 24-valve DOHC CVTCS V6

Transmission

5-speed automatic

Drivelines

2WD4WD

Standard Features

5 passenger seating

Driver and front-passenger dual-stage airbags

Front seatbelt pretensioners and force limiters

Front-seat side airbags

Side-curtain airbags

Front active head restraints

Tilt steering column

60/40 split-folding 2nd-row bench seat

Manual climate control

Cruise control

AM/FM/CD audio system with 6 speakers

Remote keyless entry

16-inch steel wheels

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FJ Cruiser

Nissan Xterra at a glance

2011 Nissan Xterra shown

Xterra s

The S differs from the X by adding:

Transmission

5-speed manual

5-speed automatic

Standard Features

Splash guards

Interior air filter

Rubber-floored cargo area

Remote liftgate release

Driver manual lumbar support

8-way adjustable manual driver’s seat

Cargo-area tie-down hooks

Roof rack

Tow hook

16-inch alloy wheels

Body-side moldings

Sun-visor extenders

Visor vanity mirrors

Utili-track™ Cargo Channel System

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FJ Cruiser

Xterra prO-4X The PRO-4X differs from the S by adding:

Transmissions

5-speed manual

6-speed manual

Drivelines

4WD only

Standard Features

Rear locking differential

Hill Descent Control

Hill Start Assist

Rockford Fosgate® AM/FM/6CD/MP3/WMA audio system with 8 speakers

Subwoofer

Voice-activated Bluetooth® technology

Auxiliary audio input jack

Steering-wheel-mounted audio controls

Leather-trimmed steering wheel

White-face gauges

Overhead console

Bilstein® shock absorbers

265/75R-16 BF Goodrich® Rugged Trail® TA tires

Black body-side moldings

Multiple skid plates

Clearance lights

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FJ Cruiser Trail Teams 6mT

Offered in three model grades—X, S and PRO-4X—the Xterra is available with four-wheel drive in all grades or two-wheel drive in the lower X and S grades. All grades are powered by a 4.0-liter V6. A six-speed manual transmission is standard on the S and PRO-4X. A five-speed automatic is standard on all X models and available on S

Here’s a look at some of the major features of the Xterra range:2011 Nissan Xterra shown

Xterra prO-4X The PRO-4X differs from the S by adding:

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20I2 FJ CRUISER vs. 20I2 NISSAN XTERRA

With its limited payload, Xterra could be overloaded with nothing more than five passengers. Because FJ Cruiser has 346 pounds of extra carrying capacity, you’re much less likely to tax the vehicle’s chassis with people and gear.

� uTiliTY AND eCONOmY

FJ Cruiser 4x4 5AT

Xterra S 4x4 5AT

Maximum payload (lb.)1 1227 881

Maximum cargo room (cu.-ft.)2 66.8 65.7

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� BuilT FOr seriOus OFF-rOADiNg

Much higher payload capacity better ePA-estimated fuel economy

Though both SUVs offer nearly identical horsepower, FJ Cruiser’s Dual Independent VVT-i helps give it an edge in EPA-estimated city fuel economy.

FJ Cruiser 4x4 5AT

Xterra S 4x4 5AT

EPA-est. fuel economy, city (mpg)3

17 15

EPA-est. fuel economy, highway (mpg)3

20 20

chassis clearance to help get you through

With its better approach, break-over and departure angles—plus extra ground clearance—FJ can crawl across terrain that may stop Xterra.

FJ Cruiser 4x4 Xterra S 4x4

Approach angle (degrees) 34 32

Break-over angle (degrees) 27.4 22.9-24.6

Departure angle (degrees) 31 28.8

Running ground clearance (in.) 9.6 9.1

On- and off-road technology

FJ Cruiser has modern chassis technology that gives it advantages both onroad and off. Xterra’s compact truck-based chassis just isn’t as sophisticated. Further, Toyota makes important features available on most models. Nissan limits its best traction technology to the most expensive PRO-4 model.

FJ Cruiser Xterra

17-inch wheels/tires Standard 16-inch Only

Track width, f/r (in.) 63.2/63.6 61.8/61.8

Running ground clearance (in.) 9.6 9.1

Coil-spring rear suspension Standard Not available

Front-brake disc diameter (in.) 12.6 11.7

Full-time 4x4 system Standard with 6MT Not available

Torsen® center limited-slip differential

Standard with 6MT Not available

Active traction control (A-TRAC)

Available all 4x4 models PRO-4 only

Locking rear differential

Available all 4x4 models PRO-4 only

Full skid-plate protection Standard PRO-4 only

FJ Cruiser

FJ Cruiser AdvantagesA Closer Look

� mOre pOpulAr FeATures

FJ cruiser offers many more convenience features

FJ Cruiser offers the type of contemporary features you’d expect of a modern SUV. Xterra comes up surprisingly short in this department.

� eNDuriNg vAlue

Maintenance cost and retained-value winner

To get a clear picture of what a vehicle costs to own and operate over 5 years, IntelliChoice® estimates the total costs, including purchase, financing, insurance, fuel, residual value and other factors. And with this information, they determined that FJ Cruiser is the winner of the Lowest Maintenance Cost and Highest Retained Value in the SUV category.

better predicted residual value

According to Automotive Lease Guide (August 10, 2011), the industry benchmark for residual-value forecasting, the 2010 FJ Cruiser 4x4 5AT (the most recent year listed) has higher predicted resale value than the 2011 Xterra S 4x4 5AT.

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20I2 FJ CRUISER vs. 20I2 NISSAN XTERRA

FJ Cruiser 4x4 5AT

Xterra S 4x4 5AT

FJ Cruiser Advantage

IntelliChoice® predicted total 5-year ownership cost5

$34,629 $39,812 $5183

FJ Cruiser 4x4

Xterra S 4x4

FJ Cruiser Advantage

ALG predicted residual Value after 36 months (%)4

48 40 8

ALG predicted residual value after 48 months (%)4

42 34 8

ALG predicted residual Value after 60 months (%)4

36 28 8

FJ Cruiser Xterra

Premium audio system Available PRO-4 only

Bluetooth® technology Standard PRO-4 only

Steering-wheel-mounted audio controls

Standard PRO-4 only

XM satellite radio Standard PRO-4 only

USB port Standard PRO-4 only

iPod® connectivity Standard PRO-4 only

115-volt 400-watt cargo-area power outlet

Available Not available

Rear intuitive parking assist Available Not available

Inclinometer Available Not available

FJ Cruiser AdvantagesA Closer Look

Xterra

FJ Cruiser

1 Payload is not the Vehicle Capacity Weight as defined by FMVSS 110. It includes the weight of occupants, available equipment and cargo, limited by weight distribution. 2 Cargo and load capacity limited by weight and distribution. 3 2011 EPA mpg estimates. Actual mileage will vary. 4 2011 Automotive Lease Guide, Inc. 5 2011 IntelliChoice® Inc., www.intellichoice.com

Competitive Comparison reflects most current information available for stated model year vehicle. Competitive vehicle data sourced from Polk Price & Specifications Professional (formerly Automotive Information Center) and from competitor web sites August 2011. All information is believed to be correct at date of printing and is subject to change without notice.

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