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The large-capacity diesel engine has plenty of muscle which, when combined with the Nissan Pathfinder’s four-wheel drive, makes it an excellent tow car for loads of up to 3000kg. It also enables relaxed motorway cruising and easy about-town performance.

 

The Nissan Pathfinder is a capable off-road vehicle and will venture further into the wilds than many other 4x4s can manage. It’s also a vehicle noted for its safety, competitive pricing and a reputation for robust dependability.

Most Nissan Pathfinder’s have seven seats arranged in three rows. The seating configuration offers up to 64 different permutations so there is ample flexibility for most needs. With all seven seats raised, the boot is 190 litres and this expands to a cavernous 2091 litres in two-seat format.

Entry-level Trek models have five seats across two rows and a cabin equipped with dual-zone climate control, four electric windows, remote central locking, a CD/radio sound system and Bluetooth mobile phone connection. They also feature alloy wheels, electric door mirrors and a Thatcham Category 1 alarm. Aventura models come with leather upholstery, automatic xenon headlights, rain-sensing wipers, Birdview DVD satellite navigation and six-disc CD multi-changer.

The Nissan Pathfinder takes a strong approach to active safety as well as the comprehensive provision of passive safety features. That’s why every model is equipped with ESP+ stability control as standard, as well as ABS anti-lock brakes, EBD (electronic brakeforce distribution) and Brake Assist. These are in addition to its surefooted All Mode 4x4 four-wheel drive.

Safety features include driver, passenger, side and curtain airbags on every model. Active front head restraints are also fitted as standard to help reduce the effects of whiplash. Each model has ISOFIX child seat mounting points in the second row of seating. In crash tests, the Nissan Pathfinder performs strongly and has been awarded four stars by EuroNCAP.

The 2.5 dCi engine meets stringent Euro4 emission standards too. Its CO2 output is rated at 264g/km in manual guise and 276g/km with automatic transmission.

Every Nissan Pathfinder benefits from All Mode 4x4, which is an electronic four-wheel drive system engineered to give the best possible traction in all weathers and on all surfaces. The system automatically adjusts the delivery of torque between the four wheels to suit prevailing conditions. For the most challenging of terrain, low-range gears are available by turning a dial located in the cockpit.

Sport and Aventura models are also equipped with Hill Descent Control, which helps maintain a controlled downhill pace at slow speed, plus Hill Start Assist, which prevents the Nissan Pathfinder from rolling back downhill for three seconds during uphill getaways.

Every Nissan Pathfinder is powered by a 2.5-litre diesel engine that uses common rail technology to enhance its responses, refinement and fuel efficiency. This muscular engine develops 171bhp and a substantial 403Nm of hauling power. The resulting performance allows it to attain 62mph from rest in 11.8 seconds and a top speed of 112mph when fitted with a six-speed manual gearbox. Its official combined fuel economy is 28.8mpg. The same engine is also available with five-speed automatic transmission in Sport and Aventura grades. This version of the Nissan Pathfinder offers 109mph performance and a combined average of 27.7mpg.

The Nissan Pathfinder offers a lot of ability, space, technology and equipment for the money. Prices start at £23,890, which secures the 2.5 dCi 171 Trek. The same engine in mid-range Sport trim is £26,734 with manual transmission and £28,006 as an automatic. The £30,550 Aventura 2.5 dCi 171 automatic is the line-up’s top model. In manual guise the Aventura costs £29,278.

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