Like a lot of manufacturers Nissan now has an extensive range of SUVs, some which have morphed from more rugged 4WDs in the past. The Pathfinder is such a vehicle and David Brown explores if it has an identity crisis
The Nissan Pathfinder large SUV first launched here in 1987 has varied over the years between being an off roader and a soft roader.
The release of the 4th Generation model in 2013 went soft but a few upgrades since then have seen it better capable of coping with at least poorer quality roads.
A good use of space including the third row of seats which has adequate room and good accessibility.
Thankfully the 2019 upgrade now has
- Emergency Braking
- Collision Warning
- Blind Spot Warning
- Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Now as standard
It comes with as a V6 petrol or a hybrid and a CVT gearbox that is surprisingly good.
Ranging from $46,400 to $66,400 plus on roads,
It is currently being outsold by 16 other large SUVs. I think it deserves better