Is This the Next Midsize Pathfinder?
While going above and beyond the call of duty to strengthen its car and minivan lineup, Nissan has hardly forgotten to bolster its trucks and sport utilities.
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| With rival Toyota's revised 4Runner released last year, Nissan's replacement for the Pathfinder is needed as soon as possible. (Photo: Nissan) |
A replacement for the Pathfinder couldn't come along soon enough, with main rival Toyota having released its completely revised 4Runner to a willing public last year. The new model boasts V6 and V8 power, improved interior size and features, as well as a radical new style.
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| The Dunehawk concept is longer, wider and taller than the current Pathfinder, but not too far off as a replacement when considering the current trend is for increased interior room. (Photo: Nissan) |
By the looks of the new Dunehawk concept introduced at this year's Frankfurt motor show, the wait for a Pathfinder redo might not be far off at all. Rather than just maintain the 5-seat status quo perpetuated by the 4Runner, Nissan may up the Pathfinder's seating capacity to seven, if this latest concept in any indication.
The Dunehawk is also longer, wider and taller than the current Pathfinder, sitting at about 4.8 m in length, 1.9 mm in width and 2.0 m in height, compared to roughly 4.7 m long, 1.8 m wide and 1.7 m tall for the road-going SUV.