Nissan Pathfinder 2005 - Present
| Years Produced | 2005 - Present |
|---|---|
| Engine | 5.6-Liter V8 |
| Horsepower | 310 hp |
| Torque | 388 lb-ft |
| 0-60 Mph | 7.0 seconds |
| 1/4 Mile | 15.3 sec @ 90.5 mph |
| Top Speed | 145 mph |
| Fuel Economy | Not Added Yet |
| Transmission | Not Added Yet |
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Nissan Pathfinder 2005 - Present
The Pathfinder is a mid-size SUV built by the Japanese manufacturer Nissan. The Pathfinder was initially a compact SUV when it was first introduced in 1986 on the WD21 platform. The Nissan is now in its third generation, known as the R51, which was introduced at the 2004 North American International Auto Show. In 2008 the car received a facelift and now looks better than ever.
For 2010, the Nissan Pathfinder comes equipped with a standard 4.0-liter V6 engine with a powerful 5.6-liter V8 as an option. The 4.0-liter engine makes 266 hp and 288 lb-ft of torque while the 5.6-liter V8 generates 310 hp and 388 lb-ft of torque. Both of the engine options come mated to Nissan’s automatic CVT (Continuously Variable Transmission). When it comes to fuel economy, the Nissan Pathfinder is labeled as a “thirsty” car. For the V6 in two-wheel drive format, the average fuel economy is around 15 / 22 mpg city / highway while the V8 manages a scant 13 / 19. In all-wheel drive configuration, fuel economy is further sacrificed to a mere 14 / 20 mpg for the V6 and 13 / 18 mpg for the V8 model. The Pathfinder drives well on the road and it offers somewhat car-like agility, but it isn’t quite as smooth as the competition. As the name suggests, the Pathfinder has great off-road capabilities thanks to the eight-inch ground clearance, the all wheel drive mode, independent suspension, and a sturdy frame derived from the full-size Nissan Titan and Armada.
The exterior design hasn’t changed much since 2005, but in 2008 the Nissan Pathfinder received a minor facelift. The minor changes include updated front and rear styling and new wheel designs, a front bumper under guard, a lower radiator skid plate and a tow receiver hitch. The Nissan Pathfinder defines itself with sharp lines, bulging fenders and big 16-inch alloy wheels.
The Pathfinder’s interior is very comfortable and roomy. Most of the materials used are of high quality with the exception of a few hard plastics here and there. The redesigned dashboard gives a more pleasant ambiance with well-placed, easy to use controls. The overall interior has a very functional layout, even on lower trims, with many high tech options available on higher trim levels such as a rear-seat entertainment system, rearview camera, Bluetooth connectivity, and a 10-speaker Bose stereo with XM satellite radio.
The Nissan Pathfinder can fit up to seven people fairly comfortably when outfitted with the optional third row. The front seats are cozy and supportive and also height adjustable for a better driving position. The second row is fairly roomy and it offers ample leg and headroom. Like most three-row SUV’s, the third row is a bit cramped and not recommended for larger adults.
In federal government safety tests, the 2010 Nissan Pathfinder received four out of five stars for driver and passenger safety in frontal crash tests and three out of five stars in rollover tests, which means that the Pathfinder has a 23% chance of rollover. The Pathfinder comes with an advanced air bag system with dual-stage supplemental front air bags, driver and front-passenger seat-mounted side-impact supplemental air bags, vehicle dynamic control, traction control and anti lock brakes as standard safety equipment.
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