1996-2005 Pathfinder OverviewNissan Pathfinder Overview (1996 - 2005)
R50
Tech Specs Summary
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- 107 - 109 mph
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- 10.3 - 12.0 seconds
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- 148 - 217 hp
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- 16.2 - 18 mpg
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- 4,167 - 4,299 lbs
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- 15.3 - 59 ft3
This generation of the Nissan Pathfinder (R50) was produced by the Japanese manufacturer Nissan between 1996 - 2005. It's a front engined four-wheel drive SUV. There are two power levels available from a 3.3 L V6 gasoline engine. It has macpherson strut front suspension and live axle rear suspension.
Performance Pick
If you're interested in performance, the best performance version of the Pathfinder is the Nissan Pathfinder 3.5 V6 which scores 1.3★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 217 hp and a power/weight ratio of 19.82 lb/hp it has a top speed of 109 mph and gets to 62 mph in 10.3 seconds.
Practicality Pick
If you're more interested in practicality, then the Nissan Pathfinder 3.3 V6 is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 3.4★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 380 miles and can store 15.3-59 cubic feet of cargo. It also has a towing capacity of 3,527 lbs.