The current generation secured 25 out of 29 available mid-sized SUVs. This ranking to the vehicle is based on the analysis of safety data, reliability and on the test drives. It has the seating capacity to accommodate up to seven passengers.
However, the SUV lags behind competitor vehicles in interior refinement and pavement handling. You can also find Nissan Pathfinder models that use the base engines equipped that delivers high performance.
The 2004 model is a four-door sport utility vehicle, offered in 8 different trim versions, ranging from base S 4×2 to luxury LE V8 4×4 versions.
Engine
The base model S 4×2 is powered by a standard 4.0 liter V6 engine that can produce power up to 266 hp and the engine is mated to a standard five-speed automatic transmission with overdrive. With the powerful engine, the vehicle can achieve the fuel economy of 15 miles per gallon in the city premises, while it can achieve 22 miles per gallon on the highway roads.
The luxury LE V-8 4×4 car is powered by a 5.6 liter V8 engine that produces 310 hp and this can achieve fuel economy of 13 and 18 miles per gallon in the city and on highway respectively. This engine is also paired to a standard five-speed automatic transmission with overdrive.