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2011 Nissan Pathfinder

An Aging SUV Stalwart Sizes Up Its Crossover Competition 2011 Nissan Pathfinder - Click above for high-res image gallery Would you describe yourself as an optimist? Someone who can always find the good in something that others fail to see? It's an admirable quality, and one we're going to try and keep in mind while putting down our thoughts on the 2011 Nissan Pathfinder. We could write a thousand-word essay on the demise of the large, three-row, body-on-frame sport utility vehicle, but that hardly seems helpful. Instead, we'll do our best to point out exactly what penalties you'll ... Read More

Vital Stats

Engine:
4.0L V6
Power:
266 HP / 288 lb-ft
Transmission:
5-Speed Auto
MSRP:
$36,720
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