Nissan Pathfinder 2016 Review Drive Acceleration Engine Burnout Interior cnet Commercials motorweek Fourth generation Nissan Pathfinder R52 series (2012–present) A redesigned Pathfinder went on sale in late October 2012 as a 2013 model. Just like the second generation Pathfinder, it once again moved away from a body-on-frame, truck-based SUV and adopted a unibody design. It rides on the same platform as the Infiniti JX, Altima, Maxima, Murano and Quest. A concept, nearly identical to the eventual production model, was first revealed at the 2012 North American International Auto Show. Retail availability was scheduled for September 2012. The new Pathfinder is only available with a VQ35DE 3.5-Liter V6 engine producing 260 hp (194 kW) and 240 lb-ft (325 Nm) of torque. City, highway and combined average fuel economy numbers are 20 (City), 26 (Highway) and 22 (Combined) mpg for the FWD version and 19 (City), 25 (Highway) and 21 (Combined) mpg for the 4WD version. The Pathfinder is now significantly lighter than the previous generation, with the FWD model weighing 4149 pounds, while the 4WD Pathfinder weighs 4290 pounds. This generation also abandons the door handles that were placed on the C pillar that were present in the previous three generations. As of 2015 the R52 series is only available in North America, Africa, Australia, South Korea and the Middle East. It has not been scheduled to go on sale in Japan and nor assembled there. 2014 model year update, Pathfinder Hybrid (2013–2015)[edit] The Pathfinder Hybrid, available in 2-wheel drive and 4-wheel drive configurations, uses a supercharged 2.5-liter 4-cylinder gasoline engine and an electric motor paired to a compact Lithium-ion (Li-ion) battery. The Li-ion battery fits under the 3rd row seat, with no effect on space used for cargo or passengers. The hybrid system uses a Nissan Intelligent Dual Clutch System (one motor / two clutch parallel system) that manages power from both the electric motor and the gas engine. The 15 kW electric motor and gas engine work in tandem to provide performance similar to the non-hybrid Pathfinder's 3.5-liter gasoline V6. The system is rated at 250 net horsepower and 243 lb-ft of torque – versus the 3.5-liter V6 ratings of 260 horsepower and 240 lb-ft of torque. Nissan discontinued the Pathfinder Hybrid in early 2015 due to falling gasoline prices in the United States. In addition to the new Pathfinder Hybrid, changes to the US 2014 model include:[6][7][8] New SL Tech Package, featuring Bose® 13-speaker Premium Audio System, Nissan Navigation System, voice recognition, XM NavTraffic and NavWeather capability (SiriusXM subscription required, sold separately), Zagat® Restaurant Survey, Bluetooth® Streaming Audio and 8.0-inch color touchscreen monitor Offered in four models: S, SV, SL and Platinum (each available in 4WD and 2WD); Pathfinder Hybrid offered in SV, SL and Platinum (4WD and 2WD)[9] 3.5-liter V6 models available late summer 2013 Pathfinder Hybrid available fall 2013 Pathfinder utilizes a Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) transmission made by Jatco; early versions of this CVT have proved to be problematic to the point of requiring replacement by Nissan in some 2013 and 2014 model years due to a hydraulic line size issue. Canadian models of 2014 Pathfinder includes Pathfinder 3.5-litre 4WD V6 X, Pathfinder V6 S; 2014 Pathfinder Hybrid includes SV and Platinum Premium. The Nissan Pathfinder is now sold in some African, Asian and Middle Eastern markets. Locally built Pathfinder entered Russian market in November 2014 Nissan Pathfinder The Nissan Pathfinder is a CUV manufactured by Nissan Motors since 1985, derived from Nissan's compact pickup truck platform. The Pathfinder is positioned in size between the Murano and Armada or Patrol, but in price between the Xterra and Murano. Fourth generation (R52) Nissan Pathfinder Ti 2WD (R52; Australia) Production September 2012–present (USA) Model years 2013–present Assembly Smyrna, Tennessee, United States (Nissan USA) Saint-Petersburg, Russia, (Since late 2014) Body and chassis Layout Front engine, front-wheel drive / four-wheel drive Platform Nissan D platform Related Nissan Altima Nissan Maxima Nissan Murano Nissan Quest Nissan Teana Infiniti JX Powertrain Engine 3.5 L VQ35DE V6 (Gasoline models) 2.5 L QR25DER I4 (Hybrid models) Electric motor 15 kW (20 hp) (hybrid models) Transmission CVT Dimensions Wheelbase 2,900 mm (114.2 in) Length 5,009 mm (197.2 in) Width 1,961 mm (77.2 in) Height 1,768 mm (69.6 in) Please subscribe to our channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCW69LyCZmuW4XIpMK21ZsSg

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