Vehicle Overview
Nissan
has completely redesigned the Pathfinder for the 2013 model year. It
adopts a unibody platform instead of the prior model's body-on-frame
design in order to get better gas mileage and driving refinement. The
Pathfinder is powered by a 3.5-liter V-6 and is offered in four trim
levels: S, SV, SL and Platinum. Competitors include the Ford Explorer,
Dodge Durango and Chevrolet Traverse.
Exterior
The
2013 Pathfinder has all-new styling that's less angular than the
outgoing model, and the front end represents a new interpretation of the
traditional Pathfinder grille. Better aerodynamics and less weight —
the new Pathfinder weighs 500 pounds less than before — help boost fuel
economy to an estimated 20/26 mpg for front-wheel-drive models. Other
exterior features include:
- 18-inch aluminum wheels; 20-inch wheels available
- Chrome grille
- Rear spoiler
- Easy-Fill Tire Alert system alerts driver when correct air pressure is achieved
- Available fog lights
- Available dual-panel moonroof
- Available remote start
Interior
The
Pathfinder has seating for up to seven people in three rows. The
60/40-split second row slides forward and backward and the third row can
recline. Nissan's Latch and Glide system lets the second row tip
forward even with an installed child-safety seat. Other interior
features include:
- Push-button start
- Tri-zone automatic air conditioning
- Cruise control
- Tilt/telescoping steering wheel
- Six-CD stereo with MP3 jack; Bose premium stereo available
- Cloth upholstery; leather available
- Available heated and cooled front seats
- Available heated steering wheel
- Available Bluetooth with streaming audio
- Available backseat entertainment system with two 7-inch head-restraint screens
- Available touch-screen navigation system
Under the Hood
A
3.5-liter V-6 engine that makes 260 horsepower and 240 pounds-feet of
torque is standard. The Pathfinder is offered with front-wheel drive or a
selectable four-wheel-drive system. Mechanical features include:
- Standard continuously variable automatic transmission
- 5,000-pound towing capacity when properly equipped
Safety
Safety features include:
- Antilock brakes
- Electronic stability system
- Side-impact airbags for the front seats
- Three-row side curtain airbags
- Available rear parking sensors
- Available backup camera
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