1997 Nissan Pathfinder XE-V6 4WD
 | PRICING DETAILSEstimated Value for Trade-In: $2,638 Estimated Retail Price: $4,982 |
Overview
The Pathfinder was completely redesigned in 1996 and remains unchanged for 1997. The Pathfinder+s MonoFrame unibody construction allows for a more car-like ride, while the engines Sophisticated Optimized Fuel Injection System improves fuel economy by optimizing the engines air/fuel mixture under all driving conditions. The four-wheel ABS system includes a special G-sensor (for off-road use) that reads the roads surface and adjusts braking controls accordingly. This prevents the Pathfinder from skimming do to loose surfaces such as dust, gravel or sand. Luxury features include leather appointed seating and simulated wood trim, retractable cargo area cover and a stereo system with an integrated compact disc player and six speakers.
| FUEL ECONOMY | CITY / HIGHWAY |
| 3.3L 6 Cylinder 168 hp Gas Engine | |
| 4 Speed Electronically Controlled Automatic OD Transmission | 15 / 19 |
| 5 Speed Manual OD Transmission | 16 / 18 |
| Depreciation | TBD |
| Financing | TBD |
| Insurance | TBD |
| State Fees | TBD |
| Fuel | TBD |
| Maintenance | TBD |
| Repair | TBD |
| Gas Guzzler Tax | TBD |
| Hybrid Tax Credit | TBD |
| Total 5-Year Ownership Costs | TBD |
| INTELLICHOICE VALUE RATING | |
| Vehicle Class | Sport Utility |
| Total 5-Year Ownership Costs | TBD |
| 5-Year Cost of Ownership for Similar Vehicles | TBD |
| Difference in Cost of Ownership | TBD |
| Overall Value Rating: This Vehicle | Insufficient Info |
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| specifications and dimensions | |||
| Manufacturer Code | 09657 | ||
| Wheelbase | 106.3" | ||
| Overall Length | 178.3" | ||
| Curb Weight | 3,920 lbs | ||
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 5,150 lbs | ||
| Seating Capacity (Std/Max) | 5/5 | ||
| Payload Capacity (Std/Max) | N/R | ||
| Towing Capacity (Std/Max) | 3500/5,000 lbs | ||
| Final Assembly Location | N/R | ||
| powertrain | |||
| mfr code |
description | invoice | retail |
| Engines | |||
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3.3L 6 Cylinder 168 hp Gas Engine | STD | |
| Transmissions | |||
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4 Speed Electronically Controlled Automatic OD Transmission | $901 | $1,000 |
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5 Speed Manual OD Transmission | STD | |
| ABBREVIATION KEY | |||
| Grp | Not available for individual purchase | Ret | Suggested retail price |
| Std | Standard equipment for this model | Dlr | Dealer installed |
| Opt | Optional equipment | N/C | No charge |
| N/R | Status not provided by manufacturer | N/A | Not available |
| Pkg | Available as part of option package | PIO | Port Installed Option |
| SAFETY FEATURES | |
| ABS Brakes | STD |
| Driver Air Bag | STD |
| Passenger Air Bag | STD |
| Side Air Bag(s) | N/A |
| CHILD SAFETY FEATURES | |
| Passenger Air Bag Cutoff Capability | N/A |
| Child Safety Locks | STD |
| Integrated Safety Seats | N/R |
| CRASH TEST DATA | |
| NHTSA Side Impact Rating - Front | N/R |
| NHTSA Side Impact Rating - Rear | N/R |
| NHTSA Frontal Crash Test - Driver | N/R |
| NHTSA Frontal Crash Test - Passenger | N/R |
| IIHS Crashworthiness Rating | N/R |
| ABBREVIATION KEY | |||
| Grp | Not available for individual purchase | Ret | Suggested retail price |
| Std | Standard equipment for this model | Dlr | Dealer installed |
| Opt | Optional equipment | N/C | No charge |
| N/R | Status not provided by manufacturer | N/A | Not available |
| Pkg | Available as part of option package | PIO | Port Installed Option |
| Brakes | |
| Brakes, Power Disc/Drum with 4 Wheel ABS | |
| Convenience | |
| Cup Holders | |
| Steering Wheel, Tilt | |
| Drive | |
| Drive, 4 Wheel On-Demand | |
| Engine | |
| Engine, 3.3L 6 Cylinder 168 hp Gas |
| Safety | |
| Air Bag, Driver Side | |
| Air Bag, Passenger Side | |
| Bumpers, 5 MPH | |
| Child Safety Seat Anchors | |
| Defroster, Rear | |
| Locks, Child Safety | |
| Seatbelts, Front Shoulder | |
| Seatbelts, Rear Shoulder | |
| Wiper, Rear | |
| Sound | |
| Radio, AM/FM with CD | |
| Steering | |
| Steering, Power | |
| Suspension | |
| Suspension, Strut/Torsion Bar | |
| Tires | |
| Tire, Full Spare (Underbody mount) | |
| Tires, P235/70R15 Mud & Snow SBR BSW | |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission, 5 Speed Manual OD |
| Wheels | |
| Hubs, Auto Locking | |
| Wheels, Custom | |
| mfr code | description | invoice | retail |
| $1,288 | $1,499 | ||
| $601 | $699 |
| The Options shown here are shown for your reference and were available on the vehicle as a new car. To determine a current value for this model, select the Used Car Valuation link below. |
| mfr code | description | invoice | retail |
| Convenience | |||
| A/C Refrigerant, CFC-Free | Grp | ||
| Air Conditioning | $858 | $999 | |
| Cruise/Speed Control | Pkg | ||
| Locks, Power Door | Pkg | ||
| Windows, Power | Pkg | ||
| Engineering | |||
| Differential, Limited Slip | Pkg | ||
| Lighting | |||
| Lights, Front Fog | Pkg | ||
| Other | |||
| Theft Deterrent System | Pkg | ||
| Transmission | |||
| Transmission, 4 Speed Electronically Controlled Automatic OD | $901 | $1,000 | |
| ABBREVIATION KEY | |||
| Grp | Not available for individual purchase | Ret | Suggested retail price |
| Std | Standard equipment for this model | Dlr | Dealer installed |
| Opt | Optional equipment | N/C | No charge |
| N/R | Status not provided by manufacturer | N/A | Not available |
| Pkg | Available as part of option package | PIO | Port Installed Option |
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| There is no package component information available for this vehicle. |
The Pathfinder was completely redesigned in 1996 and remains unchanged for 1997. The Pathfinder+s MonoFrame unibody construction allows for a more car-like ride, while the engines Sophisticated Optimized Fuel Injection System improves fuel economy by optimizing the engines air/fuel mixture under all driving conditions. The four-wheel ABS system includes a special G-sensor (for off-road use) that reads the roads surface and adjusts braking controls accordingly. This prevents the Pathfinder from skimming do to loose surfaces such as dust, gravel or sand. Luxury features include leather appointed seating and simulated wood trim, retractable cargo area cover and a stereo system with an integrated compact disc player and six speakers.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Manufacturer Recall Number
Model Affected
PATHFINDER
Units Affected
61,944
Defect
CERTAIN PRO-A MOTORS CORNER LAMPS, TURN SIGNALS, AND HEADLIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.
Consequences
WITHOUT THE AMBER REFLECTORS, THE VEHICLE WILL BE POORLY ILLUMINATED, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
Corrective Action
PRO-A MOTORS WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER TO REPURCHASE THE LAMPS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 3, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT PRO-A MOTORS AT 323-838-2988.
Notes
OWNERS WHO DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT THE MANUFACTURER.
Manufacturer Recall Number
Model Affected
PATHFINDER
Units Affected
27,176
Defect
CERTAIN CK MOTORSPORTS COMBINATION HEADLIGHTS, CLEAR CORNER, BUMPER, AND SIDE MARKER LIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON THE PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.
Consequences
WITHOUT THE AMBER REFLECTORS, THE VEHICLE WILL BE POORLY ILLUMINATED, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
Corrective Action
CK MOTORSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE NONCOMPLIANT LAMPS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 1, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CK MOTORSPORT AT 1-909-610-7211.
Notes
OWNERS WHO DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT THE MANUFACTURER.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:FILLER PIPE AND CAP
Manufacturer Recall Number
Model Affected
PATHFINDER
Units Affected
372,250
Defect
ON CERTAIN VEHICLES ORIGINALLY SOLD IN OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN THE STATES OF CONNECTICUT, DELAWARE, IOWA, ILLINOIS, INDIANA, KENTUCKY, MASSACHUSETTS, MAINE, MARYLAND, MICHIGAN, MINNESOTA, NEW HAMPSHIRE, NEW JERSEY, NEW YORK, OHIO, PENNSYLVANIA, RHODE ISLAND, TENNESSEE, VERMONT, VIRGINIA, WEST VIRGINIA , WISCONSIN AND THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, DURING THE COATING PROCESS OF THE FUEL FILLER TUBE ASSEMBLY, AN INSUFFICIENT AMOUNT OF COATING MAY HAVE BEEN APPLIED AT THE LOWER MOUNTING BRACKET. THIS COULD RESULT IN AN OPENING IN THE COATING WHICH CAN ALLOW WATER TO ENTER AND MAKE CONTACT WITH THE BARE METAL OF THE TUBE.
Consequences
THIS MAY RESULT IN SURFACE RUST BUT NOT PERFORATION OF THE TUBE. HOWEVER, IN THOSE AREAS OF THE COUNTRY WHICH USE HEAVY CONCENTRATIONS OF ROAD SALT IN THE WINTER, IF A MIXTURE OF SNOW/WATER AND SALT MAKES CONTACT WITH THE BARE METAL, CORROSION MAY OCCUR TO A DEGREE WHICH RESULTS IN PERFORATION OF THE TUBE. IN THIS CASE FUEL LEAKAGE MAY OCCUR WHEN FILLING THE TANK. FUEL LEAKAGE, IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.
Corrective Action
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FUEL FILLER TUBE ASSEMBLY WITH A NEW ONE WITH AN IMPROVED COATING PROCESS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 26, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261.
Notes
OWNERS WHO DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT THE MANUFACTURER.