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If you’re looking for a dual-purpose SUV, one that can safely get you and family to and fro, but also serve as a rugged off-road and hauling machine, the 2012 Nissan Pathfinder SUV is one of a few dwindling body-on-frame SUVs from which to choose.
If tow ratings and off-road prowess are not as important as interior styling, the latest creature comforts and a carlike ride (not to mention a usable third-row seat), you’d be far better served in a Ford Explorer, Honda Pilot or GMC Acadia.
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Price | $6,001 | $5,110 | $5,178 | $4,998 | |
KBB.com Rating | 3.4 | 3.9 | 3.6 | 4.1 | |
Consumer Rating | 4.2 | 3.9 | 4.2 | 4.1 | |
Fuel Economy | City 14/Hwy 20/Comb 16 MPG | City 22/Hwy 32/Comb 26 MPG | City 21/Hwy 27/Comb 23 MPG | City 17/Hwy 24/Comb 19 MPG | |
Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | |
Safety Rating | N/A | 4.0 | 4.0 | 5.0 | |
Seating Capacity | 7 | 5 | 5 | 8 | |
Basic Warranty | 3 years or 36000 miles | 3 years or 36000 miles | 3 years or 36000 miles | 3 years or 36000 miles | |
Horsepower | 266 @ 5600 RPM | N/A | 170 @ 5800 RPM | 281 @ 6300 RPM | |
Engine | V6, 4.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, 2.4 Liter | 4-Cyl, PZEV, 2.5 Liter | V6, 3.6 Liter | |
Drivetrain | 4WD | FWD | AWD | 2WD |