2017 Nissan Pathfinder (USA)
The new 2017 Nissan Pathfinder goes on
sale this week, with the company revealing pricing and range
details. Nissan’s updated SUV is now offered with a revised front end, a new
engine and a host of several upgrades to help it in dealing with the opposition
in its crowded segment.
The 3.5-litre V6 engine has gained a
direct-injection system which takes the power up to 284 hp from the previous
model’s 260 hp. The V6 is still paired to a CVT gearbox, with Nissan claiming a
fuel economy of 20 mpg in the city and 27 mpg highway.
The new Pathfinder also claims to offer
the segment’s best towing capacity with up to 6000 lbs when properly equipped.
Speaking of equipment, Nissan has added new active safety systems, including
Forward Emergency Braking, Intelligent Cruise Control and Around View Monitor
with Moving Object Detection.
The 2017 Nissan Pathfinder is available
both in 2WD and 4WD configurations and in four trim levels: S, SV, SL and
Platinum. Prices start at US$ 30,890 (including destination and handling fees) for
the S 2WD model with the range-topping Platinum 4WD asking for US$ 44,460.
