If tackling 4x4 trails is part of your lifestyle an SE OR (Off-Road) edition can be ordered for $40,900. It includes trail rated
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| Outside of the Nissan family, there's nothing that remotely looks like the new Pathfinder. (Photo: Trevor Hofmann, Canadian Auto Press) |
The top-line LE features all the leather package add-ons as standard equipment for $46,900, plus an all-mode 4WD system with an AUTO position, larger 17-inch alloys, a memory driver's seat, memory mirrors and pedals, and woodgrain interior accents. The fold-flat passenger seat is deleted from the LE. A DVD entertainment package can be added on for a total price of $48,900, and a navigation system for a total of $52,300.
With or without a V8 engine, I think Nissan will do very well with its new Pathfinder. It's really attractive, offers impressive conveniences at the bottom end of the scale and luxurious appointments at the top, plus it moves along at a fairly brisk pace. It's a giant leap forward compared to the outgoing model it replaces, and is easily up to fighting it out with the best in its segment.
Specifications:
- Price Range (MSRP): $36,500 - $52,300
- Body Type: 5-door SUV, fully-boxed frame
- Layout: front engine, 4WD
- Engine: 270 hp, 291 lb-ft of torque, 4.0-L, 24-valve, DOHC V6
- Transmission: 5-spd auto
- Brakes (front/rear): disc/disc, ABS
- Curb Weight (min/max): 1,985 - 2,184 kg (4,376 - 4,815 lbs)
- Seating Capacity: 7
- Cargo Volume (behind 2nd row): 1,397 L (49.3 cu ft)
- Towing Capacity: 2,722 kg (6,000 lbs)
- Warranty (mo/km): 36/60,000 comprehensive - 60/100,000 powertrain
- Direct Competitors: Buick Rainier, Chevy Trailblazer, Ford Explorer, GMC Envoy, Jeep Grand Cherokee, Land Rover LR3, Mitsubishi Montero, Toyota 4Runner
- Web Site: www.nissan.ca
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