The 2008 Pathfinder utilizes Nissan’s “F-Alpha” platform, with a fully boxed, all-steel ladder frame providing a solid mounting point for the stylish body and the four-wheel independent double-wishbone suspension, as well as a standard integrated tow hitch.
Pathfinder’s long-travel front suspension is an all-steel double-wishbone design with coil-over shocks and large stabilizer bar. For smooth ride quality and optimized handling, the rear suspension is an independent double-wishbone design with the coils located on the toe control link (offset spring and shock) with stabilizer bar. Standard underbody component protection puts a plate under the radiator.
Wheel packages vary by Pathfinder model. S-V6 models offer standard 16-inch aluminum-alloy wheels with P245/75R16 tires, while 17-inch aluminum-alloy wheels with P265/65R17 BFGoodrich Long Trail tires are offered on SE-V6. LE-V6 and LE-V8 models feature special 18-inch machine-finished aluminum-alloy wheels and 265/60R18 BFGoodrich BSW tires. All Pathfinders provide a Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) and full-size spare tire.
Standard Safety Equipment
The 2009 Pathfinder includes a long list of standard safety features and equipment, including Nissan Advanced Air Bag System, featuring dual-stage front supplemental air bags with seat belt sensors and a front occupant classification sensor. For 2009, all Pathfinder models receive standard supplemental front seat-mounted side-impact air bags and roof-mounted supplemental curtain air bags for side impact and rollover head protection for outboard passengers in all three rows.
Other features include Zone Body construction with front and rear crumple zones; energy absorbing steering column; front seat Active Head Restraints and 3-point front seat belts with pretensioners and load limiters, 3-point seat belts for all rear seat occupants, including the 2nd row center position; adjustable 2nd and 3rd row head restraints; LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) child seat anchor system; Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) and Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS).
Four Well-Equipped Models
The 2009 Pathfinder is offered in a choice of four models: S-V6, SE-V6, LE-V6 and LE-V8 (4x4 only). Pathfinder S-V6, SE-V6 and LE-V6 come with a standard 266-horsepower 4.0-liter V6 and 5-speed automatic transmission and in a choice of 4x2 or 4x4. The Pathfinder LE-V8 features a 300-plus horsepower 5.6-liter V8 with standard 5-speed automatic transmission and 4-wheel drive. Every model comes with standard three-row seating.
Pathfinder SE-V6 models feature 17-inch wheels with P265/65R17 tires, 7.0-inch multi-information display, 8-way power driver’s seat, power-adjustable foot pedals, unique seat fabric, AM/FM/6CD audio system with MP3 capability, illuminated steering wheel audio controls, first aid kit, rear cargo net, automatic temperature control with rear air conditioning, 2nd row fold-down center armrest, leather steering wheel and shift knob, front fog lights, rear reading lamps, body-color outside mirrors and side running boards.
Pathfinder LE models add enhanced levels of style and luxury. The LE-V6 includes new 18-inch bright machine-finished aluminum-alloy wheels, body side molding with chrome inserts, leather-appointed 1st and 2nd row seats and door inserts, heated steering wheel, Bose® audio system with 10 speakers and subwoofer, 4-way power front passenger seat, wood grain trim, driver memory package (seat, mirrors and pedals) with programmable remote keyfobs, heated outside mirrors, automatic on/off headlights, RearView Monitor, auto day/night rearview mirror, compass, roof rack crossbars, HomeLink® Universal Transceiver, Bluetooth® Hands-free Phone System and Nissan Intelligent KeyÔ. The Pathfinder LE-V8 adds the 5.6-liter V8, XN All-Mode 4x4 system and special badging.
For 2009, a number of revisions have been made to Pathfinder’s available option packages. SE models are available with a new SE Journey Package, with automatic on/off headlights, HomeLink Universal Transceiver, auto dimming rearview mirror with compass, 17-inch aluminum-alloy wheels, RearView Monitor and roof rack crossbars. The SE Premium Package now includes the Bose® 6CD audio system, XM® Satellite Radio (XM® subscription required, sold separately), Bluetooth® Hands-free Phone System and Nissan Intelligent KeyÔ. The SE Leather Package adds leather-appointed seating, heated front seats, heated outside mirrors and 4-way power front passenger seat.
Also available are a DVD Mobile Entertainment System, with a 7.0-inch color monitor and rear seat wireless headphones); HDD Navigation Package with 9.3GB Music Box Hard Drive; Power Moonroof; In-Cabin Microfilter; Bodyside Color Moldings; and Splash Guards.
The 2008 Pathfinder is assembled at Nissan's award-winning Smyrna, Tennessee manufacturing facility, with engines supplied by Nissan’s nearby Decherd, Tennessee engine facility.
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