House Please, i need your opinions. Would you rather go for an Xterra or a Highlander? And pls put away ur bias for toyota brand and think in terms of performance, spare parts, fuel consumption and general maintenance, Thanks,

@ Fhemmy. . . Thanks, really appreciate. More input pls. . .

Rusty09:

House Please, i need your opinions. Would you rather go for an Xterra or a Highlander? And pls put away your bias for toyota brand and think in terms of performance, spare parts, fuel consumption and general maintenance, Thanks,

Both cars are similar yet different. Depending on what you will be using it for. The Xtrarra being design on a solid frame is much stronger and rugged than highlander but the ride is not as smooth in comparison. The highlander will think twice before embarking of very serious unforgiven terrains. Yet its very very smooth riding. Its just like a Camry you know.

So decide on what you will need it for and pick one.

Good luck

@ Kunle-A . . . Thanks for your input bro, but u know that on naija roads, everyday is almost a new terrain. But on the flidside, i will be moving to Ajah soon and i work in ikoyi and i heard a jeep needed in that zone. Hence my dilemma. . .

Rusty,

Considering the area (Ajah) you intend to move to, I would suggest you go for the Xterra.

Like Kunle-A said, the Xterra has a strong frame that can withstand the terrain if you have to go off-road (I.e on the waterfront) to beat traffic.

The most important I would give you in that respect, if you intend to go off-road, is that you MAKE SURE WHICHEVER YOU SETTLE FOR HAS AUXLLIARY GEAR!!!

Many people assume that once a car is a 4x4 it can travel over such terrain. Many 4x4s sink in the sands along the waterfront, between Oniru Estate and Lekki Phase 1 (Ocean Side), and between Lekki Phase 1 (Ocean Side) and second round about.

With a good 4x4 that has auxiliary gear you can conveniently drive through Oniru Estate, Phase 1 (Ocean Side), along Maiyegun Beach, through Alpha Beach, through Lafiaji-Okun Ajah to come out at Abraham Adesanya Estate along the main road.

You must also have 'liver' sha o. This is because not many cars travel that route (but this may be its just because of the terrain).

Pls gurus contribute to this topic .
Which is better in terms of durability , long journeys and fuel efficiencies.
Highlander , Xterra and Pathfinder
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i am interested in this topic please. Mods can you please move it to the front page.

I have a 2006 Nissan Xterra for sale at the current period,check out my profile to see the pictures and contact numbers if you are interested .

based on my experience of 13 years on wheel, i advice you go for the Xterra, its more rugged than that toyota highlander of a toy.

demmyboy how much is the nissan?

@ Rhams sorry i couldnt reply you early enough, the nissan xterra could fly for 2million naira but i am open up for negotiation...The car is a tokunbo with a very good history of maintenance,you can also call 08033574980 or 08022642793 for more info..Also welcome is a mechanic to help you with your inspection.Here are some pictures of the machine

u guys sound like d aja road is d rockies or d alpes, woteva an xterra can do d highlander would do as far as nigerian roads r concerned,d highlander is more like a gentle,good looking version of any suv in its class.....unless u r going to drive on d mountain tops,then neglect beauty and go for rugedity in d xterra bt if its going to b used around d preyn eyes of me nd u nd all them naija hotties abeg na highlander win....

Car still available for any potential buyer at a reasonable price.