Nissan Pathfinder (2005)

[Matt]

At a Glance: 2005 Nissan Pathfinder

The all-new 2005 Nissan Pathfinder, which makes its world debut at the 2004 North American International Auto Show in Detroit, returns to its roots as a powerful, authentic family adventure-enhancing sport utility vehicle (SUV) with a larger interior, three-row seating, a new 4.0-liter V6 and an all-new platform based on the “F-Alpha” platform from the full-size Armada and full-size Titan pickup.
The 2005 Pathfinder features a rugged, fully boxed all-steel frame, independent double-wishbone front and rear suspension, standard 4.0-liter engine rated at 250-plus horsepower and 270-plus lb-ft of torque, and a standard 5-speed automatic transmission based on the Armada design. Pathfinder is available as a 4x2, or 4x4 with an advanced off-road traction system.

The addition of the 3rd row seat gives the new Pathfinder 7-passenger seating, along with outstanding passenger/cargo flexibility. The split fold-down 2nd and 3rd row seats can be folded down individually, combining with the fold-down front passenger seat to provide 64 different seating/cargo configurations.

Advanced safety technology features include Zone Body Construction, Nissan's Advanced Air Bag System (AABS), and available roof-mounted supplemental curtain air bags for side impact and rollover protection to outboard passengers in all three rows.

The new Pathfinder will be assembled at Nissan's manufacturing facility in Smyrna, Tennessee. It is scheduled to go on sale at Nissan dealers nationwide in fall 2004.

Highlights of the 2005 Nissan Pathfinder SUV include:


Body

Active, rugged Armada-style exterior design, short front and rear overhangs
Larger body with enhanced dimensions versus the current Pathfinder
Integrated front bumper, aggressive geometric fenders, angled strut-style grille
Angled C-pillars with Nissan SUV signature high-mounted rear door handles
Highly functional roof rack, available side running boards

Engine and Driveline

New 4.0-liter DOHC V6 producing 250-plus horsepower and 270-plus lb-ft of torque (final figures will be announced closer to production)
Aluminum block with cast iron cylinder liners, microfinished crankshaft and camshaft, molybdenum-coated pistons, Nissan variable Induction Control System (NICS), Continuous Valve Timing Control (C-VTC), silent two-stage timing chain
Standard 5-speed electronically controlled automatic transmission
Available Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC)
Available All-Mode automatic 4-wheel drive system with 2WD/AUTO/4H/4LO modes, electronically controlled transfer case
Available advanced off-road traction systems
Available high-pressure performance gas shocks

Suspension, Steering and Braking

Independent all-steel double-wishbone front suspension with stabilizer bar
Independent double-wishbone rear suspension with stabilizer bar
Power-assisted rack-and-pinion steering
Up to 17-inch wheels and tires
4-wheel disc brakes with Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) with Electronic Brake force Distribution (EBD) and Brake Assist (BA)

Interior Features

Standard 2nd and 3rd row flat-folding seats with 7-passenger seating
Fold-down front passenger seat, 40/20/40 split 2nd row seat with hidden under-seat storage compartment, 50/50 split 3rd row seat
Large center console, available leather-appointed, power memory heated seats
Available dual-zone automatic temperature control
Available power-adjustable foot pedals
Available DVD-based navigation system with 7.0-inch color LCD display, DVD video entertainment system and Bose® audio system with 6CD autochanger and MP3 capability, available satellite radio
Available wood-toned interior

Safety and Security

Zone Body construction with front and rear crumple zones
Nissan Advanced Air Bag System (includes dual-stage front supplemental air bags with seat belt sensors and a front occupant classification sensor)
3-point front seat belts with pretensioners and load limiters, with available supplemental front seat side-impact air bags, and available roof-mounted supplemental curtain air bags for side impact and rollover protection for outboard passengers in all three rows
3-point seat belts for rear seat occupants, including 2nd row center position
LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) child seat anchor system

Models and Manufacturing

Available in 4x4 and 4x2 drive configurations
Assembled by Nissan North America Manufacturing Smyrna & Decherd Tennessee Plant

[Matt]

Nissan Pathfinder #2

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[Sweeney921]

looks pretty good, but it's an SUV. they arent really.......fast

[Matt]

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[Matt]

Originally Posted by Sweeney921

looks pretty good, but it's an SUV. they arent really.......fast

So what?

[Matt]

Nissan Pathfinder #5

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[Spastik_Roach]

I like the designer at Nissan. He has put out alot of good designs. May this car be blessed with good reviews.

[Matt]

Originally Posted by Spastik_Roach

I like the designer at Nissan. He has put out alot of good designs. May this car be blessed with good reviews.

I think this is definitely one of the best looking new SUVs out there.