Nissan Pathfinder 4x4 2.5 dCi 190 Acenta 5dr Review

For The Pathfinder is genuinely capable in the rough and its cabin offers seven-seat versatility. Even this entry-level trim comes with climate control, Bluetooth connectivity and alloy wheels.

Against It rides and handles like an old fashioned 4x4, and the engine is noisy and inflexible. The rear seats are only big enough for children, while resale values are fairly weak.

What Car? says

1 out of 5 stars

This is our favourite version of the Pathfinder, but it’s still only worth considering if you’re looking for a rugged workhorse.

What Car? readers say

3.75

Key facts

0–60mph: 11 secs
Top speed: 115 mph
Average mpg: 33.2
Tank range: 584 miles

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The full Nissan Pathfinder review

Performance
1 out of 5 stars
Doesn’t like to be rushed
Ride & Handling
1 out of 5 stars
Good off-road, but poor on it
Refinement
2 out of 5 stars
Noisy engine lets it down
Buying & Owning
1 out of 5 stars
Weak residuals and expensive to run
Quality & Reliability
1 out of 5 stars
Owners have reported some problems
Safety & Security
4 out of 5 stars
Comes with all the essentials
Behind The Wheel
2 out of 5 stars
Limited steering wheel adjustment
Space & Practicality
3 out of 5 stars
Rearmost seats are just for kids
Equipment
3 out of 5 stars
Reasonably well equipped

Buyer's notes

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The Nissan Pathfinder is an old-school 4x4, which means it’s great in the mud. However, this rugged nature compromises its ride and handling, so if your idea of going off-road is the supermarket car park, it’s probably best avoided.

Aside from off-road ability, the main reason for choosing a Pathfinder is practicality. It can carry seven occupants and has a massive boot when the rearmost seats are folded flat.

Nissan only offers it with one engine – a 187bhp 2.5-litre diesel – but there’s a choice of trims. Even entry-level Acenta cars come with climate control, Bluetooth connectivity and alloy wheels, and that’s the one we prefer. Tekna spec adds satellite-navigation, keyless entry, leather upholstery and cruise control, but it costs too much.

Reader test team says:

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Bought in December 2008 with only 16,000 miles on the clock,registered July 2007 and now on 1st November 2011 it has only done 39,000 and I regret…

David Stevenson

1 out of 5 stars

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I bought my 07 Pathfinder as an ex demo for 24k. For this money I could get on 05 basic Discovery without sat nav, leather, 7 seats, keyless entry etc…

Richard Johnson

5 out of 5 stars

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I BOUGHT MY CAR NEW 2006 AFTER OWNING A TERRANO 2 FOR 3 YEARS THE RELIABILTY SWAYED ME, I TOW A TWIN AXLE CARAVAN ON RALLIES ALMOST EVERY WEEKEND, ON…

paul horton

5 out of 5 stars