Nissan Xterra Transmission Specifications

The 2015 Nissan Xterra uses Automatic 5-spd, Manual 6-spd transmissions, depending on engine and trim.

Latest model year (2015):

The Nissan Xterra comes with Automatic 5-spd, Manual 6-spd depending on engine and trim.

Verifiedfueleconomy.gov · Verified August 11, 2026

Nissan Xterra Transmission — All Years

YearTrimEngineTransmissionDriveMPG Comb.
2015Auto 5-spd, 6 cyl, 4.0 L6 4.0LAutomatic 5-spdRear-Wheel Drive18
2015Auto 5-spd, 6 cyl, 4.0 L6 4.0LAutomatic 5-spd4-Wheel Drive17
2015Man 6-spd, 6 cyl, 4.0 L6 4.0LManual 6-spd4-Wheel Drive17

Data sourced from fueleconomy.gov (U.S. Department of Energy). MPG figures are EPA-tested. Fuel costs are estimates based on average fuel prices and 15,000 miles/year.

Nissan Xterra Transmission FAQ

What transmission does the Nissan Xterra have?

The Nissan Xterra is offered with Automatic 5-spd, Manual 6-spd (2015 and earlier model years). Availability depends on engine and trim — see the year-by-year table above.

Does the Nissan Xterra come with a manual transmission?

Yes — a manual transmission is listed for at least one Nissan Xterra configuration. Check the table above for the exact years and trims.

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