2005 Nissan Pathfinder Review

　　

zzdcar' Expert Review

by the zzdcar Experts

　　

What’s new

　　The Pathfinder has been completely redesigned for 2005 and now includes third-row seating and a larger, more powerful V6.

　　

zzdcar says

　　An excellent blend of off-road toughness and everyday comfort, but its concessions toward true backcountry capability might turn off those who want the image more than anything else.

　　

Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 2005 Nissan Pathfinder XE Rwd 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.04 per gallon for regular unleaded in North Dakota.

Monthly estimates based on costs in North Dakota

　　$222/mo  for Pathfinder XE

　　Pathfinder XE

　　XE Rwd 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A) - $24,900 MSRPXE 4WD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A) - $26,900 MSRPSE Rwd 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A) - $26,100 MSRPSE 4WD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A) - $28,100 MSRPSE Off Road Rwd 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A) - $28,700 MSRPSE Off Road 4WD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A) - $30,700 MSRPLE Rwd 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A) - $32,800 MSRPLE 4WD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A) (Most Popular) - $35,000 MSRP

　　vs

　　$183/mo

　　Avg. Midsize SUV

　　

2005 Pathfinder Highlights

Trim: XESESE Off RoadLEXE

　　

Base MSRP	$24,900
Engine Type	Gas
Combined MPG	17 MPG
Cost to Drive	$222/month
Seating	7 seats
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place	16.5 cu.ft.
Drivetrain	rear wheel drive
Warranty	3 years / 36,000 miles