Suggested Upshift Speeds for M/T Models
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Nissan Xterra. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Shown below are suggested vehicle speeds for shifting into a higher gear. These suggestions relate to fuel economy and vehicle performance. Actual upshift speeds will vary according to road conditions, the weather and individual driving habits.
VEHICLE SPEED SPECIFICATIONS INTO HIGHER GEAR
| For normal acceleration in low altitude areas [less than 1, 219 m (4, 000 ft)]: | For quick acceleration in low altitude areas and high altitude areas [over 1, 219 m (4, 000 ft)]: | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Gear change | ACCEL shift point km/h (MPH) | CRUISE shift point km/h (MPH) | km/h (MPH) |
| 1st to 2nd | 21 (13) | 17 (11) | 24 (15) |
| 2nd to 3rd | 38 (24) | 27 (17) | 40 (25) |
| 3rd to 4th | 53 (33) | 40 (25) | 64 (40) |
| 4th to 5th | 69 (43) | 51 (32) | 72 (45) |
| 6th | 77 (48) | 72 (45) | 80 (50) |