

However, if the vehicle is driven very little, the vehicle should be serviced at the regular time intervals shown in the schedule. For most vehicles, the odometer reading will indicate when service is needed. These schedules contain both distance and time intervals. Nissan provides two maintenance schedules that may be used, depending upon the conditions in which the vehicle is usually driven. Pathfinder also features selectable two-wheel drive, auto or four-wheel drive lock modes from the available intuitive all-mode 4x4-i system.Īn entry-level Pathfinder S features the all-new 3.5L engine, Xtronic transmission and standard features such as NissanConnect with an 8-inch display, HD Radio, SiriusXM Satellite Radio, EZ Flex Seating System, tri-zone automatic temperature control, RearView monitor and advanced drive-assist display.Ī top-of-the-line Pathfinder Platinum offers unique 20-inch machined aluminum alloy wheels, 235/55R20 tires, LED headlights, NissanConnect with navigation and services, Bose 13-speaker premium audio system, cooled front seats, wood grain finishes, dual panorama moonroof, trailer tow package, forward emergency braking, intelligent cruise control and more. Horsepower for the new V6 increased to 284 horsepower, and torque is now rated at 259 pound-feet.Īll Pathfinder models are equipped with Nissan’s third generation Xtronic transmission. This technology eliminates the need for a heavy cast iron cylinder liner. The switch to mirror bore cylinder coating reduces engine weight by about three pounds and reduces friction between the piston ring and the cylinder wall. The new engine also features a direct injection gasoline system (which Nissan refers to as DIG but can also be called GDI). The compression ratio has also been raised to 11.0:1 from 10.3: 1. It utilizes more than 50-percent new or new-to-Pathfinder engine parts and components - including combustion chamber design, pistons, intake manifold and e-VTC (fully electric on intake). Pathfinder’s new 3.5L V6 engine features more power, torque and towing capacity. Nissan also added the available motion activated liftgate.Įnhancements to the Pathfinder interior focus on convenience and connectivity, with the biggest being the adoption of a new generation of information technology. Exterior enhancements include a new hood, front bumper, fog lights, taillights, rear bumper and aerodynamic optimization efforts such as a new grille design, which enhances cooling performance and negates the need for an active grille shutter.

The seven-passenger 2017 Pathfinder is offered in two-wheel-drive and four-wheel-drive configurations and four trim levels: S, SV, SL and Premium. It received a major exterior redesign, new technology and safety features and more than 56 percent new or new-to-Pathfinder engine parts and components. The 2017 Nissan Pathfinder was reborn for the 2017 model year.

Capacity: 5.125 quarts (4.8 liters) with filter change
