Is it worth repairing or replacing the engine on a 2002 Nissan Xterra?

As a general rule of thumb, an engine replacement on a 2002 Nissan Xterra (mid-size sedan segment, vehicle value roughly $2,500–$3,000) is usually worth it when the installed cost stays under about $1,250 — roughly 50% of what the vehicle is worth.

What years of Nissan Xterra does an remanufactured or new engine fit?

Based on vendor-verified fitment data across 4 listed engines, remanufactured and new engines for this model cover the 2000–2015 model years. Always confirm your exact VIN or engine/transmission code before ordering, since fitment can vary by submodel or engine.

2002 Nissan Xterra Engines

Remanufactured engines that fit the 2002 Nissan Xterra. Each unit below is matched to this vehicle, warranty-backed, and shipped with freight quoted at checkout from Peak Powertrain.

Available Engines (5)

NISSAN KA24DE ENGINE
Price
$4,280.26
Engine:
2.4L
Condition:
remanufactured
Remanufactured Engine
Price
$5,216.86
Engine:
3.3L
Condition:
remanufactured
Remanufactured Engine
Price
$5,618.26
Engine:
3.3L
Condition:
remanufactured
Used Engine

2002 Nissan Xterra Engines

Available Engines (5)

NISSAN KA24DE ENGINE

Remanufactured Engine

Remanufactured Engine

Used Engine

2002 Nissan Xterra Engine Market Context

Is replacing the engine worth it?

Frequently Asked Questions

Used Engine

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