Crowds gathered today for the world premiere of the 2017 Nissan Pathfinder which boasts new styling, a more powerful engine, new driver-assistance technology and more!
Nissan says 56 percent of the engine consists of new parts, including the pistons, intake manifold, and components for the direct-injection system. A new casting method has eliminated cast-iron liners from the cylinder bores, resulting in less weight and friction. The compression ratio has been increased (from 10.3:1 to 11.0:1), and electronic timing for the intake has been added. The engine is still mated to a continuously variable transmission, and all-wheel drive remains an option to the standard front-drive setup.
Despite the 2017 Pathfinder’s bump in power, Nissan says its fuel economy should remain the same. The 2016 Nissan Pathfinder was EPA-rated at 20/27 mpg city/highway for front-drive models, while all-wheel drive models returned 19/26 mpg. Additionally, the bump in horsepower and new chassis reinforcements have increased the Pathfinder’s tow rating by 1,000 pounds, for a total of 6,000 pounds.
Nissan also made a number of tweaks to improve handling. Front and rear shock absorbers are stiffer, while spring rates for the rear springs have been increased by 25 percent. New rebound springs have been added to the front struts as well. In addition to the suspension tuning, Nissan increased the steering ratio by 11 percent to improve response.
When it comes to tech, the 7-inch infotainment screen is replaced by a larger, 8-inch screen that’s standard on the base S model, as well as the mid-level SV and SL models and the top-spec Platinum. An updated navigation system is available on the SV and SL and is standard on the Platinum. Some trim levels can be optioned with the automaker NissanConnect system that offers a number of connected and remote functions, including the ability to start and stop the engine from your personal device. The rear entertainment system (offered on the Platinum) is also improved with 8-inch monitors and new HDMI and USB ports.
A foot-activated power tailgate is standard on all trim levels except the base S model, and the optional around-view camera has been updated to detect any moving objects that find their way into the Pathfinder’s path. An optional adaptive cruise control and forward-collision avoidance system are now available, but only on the Platinum model. Other tech improvements include a new HD microphone for the voice-recognition system and a revised display screen in the instrument panel that displays more information than before.
Styling updates are fairly minimal. Besides a new hood, the grille now sports Nissan’s signature V-motion design, and the front and rear bumpers have been reshaped. Revised taillights and the addition of side-mirror turn signal indicators are also new for 2017. The Pathfinder Platinum is offered with optional LED headlights, while all other trim levels make do with halogens. Inside, the 2017 Pathfinder gets a revised center stack, new metallic and wood accent options, and new cloth seating material for the S and SV models. In all, the 2017 Nissan Pathfinder has upgraded to pull in front of the competition.
Jose Munoz, executive Vice President of Nissan Motor Company took the stage at the big reveal to discuss the rapid growth of Nissan and many community support projects Nissan is proud to be involved in.
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