2013 Nissan Pathfinder engine confirmed, big deal debuting in Big Apple

Chris Shunk — Mon, 16 Jan 2012 17:58:00 EST

Filed under: Detroit Auto Show, New York Auto Show, Crossover, Nissan

There is a lot to like about the Pathfinder Concept Nissan unveiled at the 2012 Detroit Auto Show. The thinly disguised showcar foregoes the body-on-frame construction of the current Pathfinder for a weight savings of about 500 pounds. Nissan also promises fuel economy improvement of about 25 percent with the production model, which would be no small feat.

Motor Trend reports that Nissan has confirmed that the 2013 Pathfinder will feature a 3.5-liter V6. That makes sense considering the Pathfinder's all-new sibling, the Infiniti JX35, will also feature the same V6. Nissan has yet to divulge any details about the Pathfinder mill, but we do know that the JX35 will boast 265 horsepower and 248 pound-feet of torque.

Nissan has also apparently told MT that it has big plans for April's New York Auto Show. Nissan will reportedly unveil a completely vehicle at the show that has never been seen by outsiders. Us? We're not sure, but our best guess is it'll be the 2013 Altima.

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New York Auto Show: Nissan's ultimate expression of the Altima

John Neff — Wed, 12 Apr 2006 13:09:00 EST

Filed under: New York Auto Show, Sedan

This is the fourth generation Altima from Nissan and it looks to build on the sales strength of the popular third generation model. All new for '07, the Altima is based on Nissan's new D platform and has a shorter wheelbase and length than the previous model, though retains its ample interior space. A new generation VQ-Series 3.5L V6 puts out 265 hp and 255 ft-lbs. of torque through either a six-speed manual or through the company's Xtronic CVT, the latter of which is quite an achievement considering the amount of torque Nissan's V6 is able to generate. Plus, CVT-equipped models get a center console with a new triple front cup holder. Woot!

We dig the Altima's duds, especially the strong front and rear fenders that give the car a wide and stable appearance. The new T-shaped corporate grille works well here, especially with the optional HID headlamps.

After the jump are more live shots, some pretty staged photos of the Altima in a desert (it's natural habitat?) and Nissan's official release.

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