‘4X4 OF THE
Nissan Pathfinder captures awards

flares, limited-slip differential, rear
disc brakes, electronically adjust-

WITHIN MONTHS of its world
debut, Nissan Pathfinder captured
major awards in Canada, the
United States and Australia.

In Canada, for example,
members of the Automobile Jour-
nalists’ Association of Canada
voted Nissan’s new utility wagon
**4x4 of the year’’.

In every instance, Pathfinder’s
winning qualities proved to be its
unique blend of power, comfort,
smooth ride, and rugged, go-
anywhere versatility. .

Part of its winning strength
comes from sharing a well-proven
drivetrain with Nissan’s Ba-
ja-beating pickup trucks.

But, rather than being simply a
modified version of those pickups,
Pathfinder has its own distinctive
all-steel body, ride-height and
dimensions. One eye-catching but
highly functional feature is a tri-
angular, swing-out side-window to
ventilate the rear passenger area.

Although still rated as compact,
in size, Pathfinder’s payload, pas-
senger and cargo space are all best
in its class.

For 1988, booming customer
demand has encouraged Nissan to
expand its Canadian Pathfinder
range to three. models: the basic
Pathfinder DLX, a new mid-range
XE, and the top-of-the-line SE.

‘The XE and the SE are both
pcewered by a silk-smooth 3-litre
V6 with single-point fuel injection.
It’s similar to the one which

‘ powers several other Nissan. vehi-

cles including the 300ZX sportscar,
Maxima executive sedan, and
top-of-the-line SE pickup.

For 1988, however, Pathfinder’s
V6 has been upgraded to yield ad-
ded torque and an increase to 145
horsepower.

SEE PHOTO: PAGE 39

A brand-new automatic
transmission is optional on
Pathfinder XE and SE for 1988.
It’s a state-of-the-art, electronical-
ly controlled 4-speed with fuel-
saving lockup mode and overdrive.
The standard transmission is a
slick-shifting 5-speed. There’s a
two-speed transfer case and front
hubs which lock automatically.

Pathfinder XE and SE boast ex-
ceptionally comfortable seating for
five as well as a high level of stan-
dard equipment. The XE can be
upgraded with the optional Sport
Pack while the SE may be ordered
with the Trail Boss Pack.

The basic Pathfinder DLX is a
simpler vehicle also sharing much
in common with Nissan’s pickup
trucks. It’s powered by a fuel-in-
jected 2.4-litre four-cylinder
engine, teamed with a 5-speed
transmission.

* Front-hubs are locked manually.

Two bucket seats are factory-
fitted and a three-place rear bench
is available from Nissan dealers.

Power assisted brakes are stan-
dard on ali Pathfinders. All have
disc brakes at the front and drums
in the rear —- except Trail Boss,
which offers high-performance
disc-brakes on all four wheels. A
proportioning system is included to
minimize the risk of brake lockup.

Pathfinder’s front suspension is
of the wishbone type with
stabilizer bar. Five-link coil springs
with stabilizer bar are used at the
rear to ensure the best ride-com-
fort and off-road stability in its
class.

Standard equipment on the new
mid-range XE Pathfinder includes:
tilt-adjust steering, - full instru-
ments, 3-speed wipers, clock, lock-
ing glove-box, cut-pile carpeting,
split. rear-bench seats, rear-seat

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heating ducts, cargo area lighting,
two-way tailgate with swing-up
glass.

Added equipment on the SE in-
cludes: chrome spoked wheels, 3-

Peet

seating and interior, 4-speaker
audio system.

The Trail Boss package upgrades
the SE with: 7JJx15 alloy wheels,

beefy 31x10.5R15__ tires, fender

speed wipers with intermittent
feature, tailgate wiper, cruise con-
trol, power mirrors, power win-
dows and central doorlocks, inte-
tior lighting package, deluxe

able shock absorbers, external
spare tire carrier, sunroof and
privacy glass.

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