Nissan Pathfinder T-spec

Does Nissan really need another SUV? The Japanese company already produces five off-roaders, and the launch this week of the new Pathfinder makes it six. Replacing the five-door Terrano, the Pathfinder slots into the range along-side the X-Trail to sit above the Patrol, Terrano three-door and Navara. The luxury Murano remains the flagship 4x4.

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By Matt Joy

February 2005

Does Nissan really need another SUV? The Japanese company already produces five off-roaders, and the launch this week of the new Pathfinder makes it six. Replacing the five-door Terrano, the Pathfinder slots into the range along-side the X-Trail to sit above the Patrol, Terrano three-door and Navara. The luxury Murano remains the flagship 4x4.

Aimed at Land Rover's Discovery and the Toyota Land Cruiser, it's more than capable of holding its own. The newcomer's size gives it great presence, though it neatly avoids looking cumbersome. The imposing grille and headlamps link it to the rest of Nissan's off-road family, but upright rear door handles and clean lines are influenced by the 350Z coup

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