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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 | $5,865 | $5,085 | $5,378 | $5,006 | |
KBB.com Rating | 3.4 | 3.0 | 4.0 | 2.7 | |
Consumer Rating | 4.2 | 4.0 | 4.3 | 3.5 | |
Fuel Economy | City 14/Hwy 20/Comb 16 MPG | City 25/Hwy 31/Comb 27 MPG | City 23/Hwy 32/Comb 26 MPG | City 21/Hwy 26/Comb 23 MPG | |
Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | |
Safety Rating | N/A | 4.0 | 4.0 | 3.0 | |
Seating Capacity | 7 | 7 | 5 | 5 | |
Basic Warranty | 3 years or 36000 miles | 5 years or 60000 miles | 3 years or 36000 miles | 3 years or 36000 miles | |
Horsepower | 266 @ 5600 RPM | 166 @ 6000 RPM | 178 @ 5700 RPM | 172 @ 6000 RPM | |
Engine | V6, 4.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, 2.4 Liter | 4-Cyl, EcoBoost, 1.6T | 4-Cyl, 2.4 Liter | |
Drivetrain | 4WD | 2WD | 2WD | 4WD |