Nissan Pathfinder 2005-2012 used car review

The Nissan Pathfinder is a tough and capable large SUV.

Richard Edwards

Expert Reviewer | Auto Media Group

Exterior

Drive

Safety

Value

Interior

Overall score , 3.0 out of 5

The good

Excellent towing ability
Genuine offload ability
Tough looks will appeal to some

The not-so-good

Rear seating cramped
Thirsty to run
Timing chain issues costly to fix

Inside and out

On the road

Safety

Reliability

Cost of ownership

Buyers' guide

Variants

Timeline

Details

Review vehicle

2006 Nissan Pathfinder Ti

Price

$18,000 to $25,000 for models which have travelled 70,000 to 120,000km

Engine

4-litre six-cylinder 198kW/390Nm (claimed)

Transmission

Five-speed automatic, four-wheel drive

Safety rating

Five-star ANCAP rating

Servicing

10,000km or twelve months

Spare wheel

Full size wheel

Fuel economy

10.7-litres per 100km (claimed)

Fuel type

Regular

Length

4765mm

Width

1849mm

Height

1852mm

Towing capacity

750kg (unbraked), 3000kg (braked)

Turning circle

11.9m

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Richard Edwards

Expert Reviewer | Auto Media Group

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