The Nissan Pathfinder Hybrid had its world debut at the 2013 NY auto show and it will soon go on sale. The Pathfinder Hybrid is the most fuel efficient version of the SUV and it's available in two versions: with front-wheel-drive and with an all-wheel-drive system. The Hybrid version of the Pathfinder is powered by a 2.5-liter supercharged petrol engine, which works together with a 15 kW electric motor. The hybrid Pathfinder is rated with a total output of 250 hp and 243 lb-ft of torque. This is 10 hp less and 3 lb-ft more than the 3.5-liter V6 versions of the Nissan Pathfinder. Thanks to this powertrain, the Pathfinder Hybrid is able to two as much as 3,500 pounds of weight. The hybrid Pathfinder is equipped with the Nissan Intelligent Dual Clutch System (one motor / two clutch parallel system) and a new generation Xtronic CVT transmission. The SUV is equipped with a regenerative braking system too.
Nissan rates the Pathfinder Hybrid with a 26 mpg combined fuel economy, which is 24% better in comparison to the regular version of the SUV. The Pathfinder Hybrid's fuel consumption in the city is rated at 25 mpg and on the highway at 27 mpg. With a 19.5-gallon fuel tank it has a maximum range of 526 miles.
Apart from the new powertrain, the vehicle comes with several other novelties. For instance, the Hybrid Pathfinder is equipped with the EZ Flex Seating System with LATCH AND GLIDE technology and LED taillights.
Some of the distinctive design features of the Pathfinder Hybrid include new bumpers, a wide chrome grille, recessed windshield wipers, and chrome door handles. The Hybrid can be optionally equipped with a Dual Panorama Moonroof. At the interior, the Pathfinder Hybrid comes with three rows of leather seats, Intelligent Key with Push Button Start, and a Bose sound system. The seats can be moved and split anyway you want to make your access into the vehicle as easy as possible. They also fold down to make room for more luggage.
Nissan Pathfinder Hybrid equipment list:
- Advanced Drive-Assist Display
- customizable 4.2-inch color monitor
- Nissan Navigation System with NavTraffic, NavWeather, Zagat Survey
- Bluetooth connectivity
- RearView Monitor
- Around View Monitor
- Tri-Zone Automatic Climate Control
- tri-zone entertainment system with 2nd row head restraint-mounted DVD display screens
- Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
- Hill Start Assist.
Nissan equips the Pathfinder Hybrid with an independent strut front/multi-link rear suspension, hydraulic electric power-assisted steering and 20-inch alloys. The all-wheel-drive hybrid Pathfinder comes with the ALL-MODE 4x4-i system that has three operating modes: 2WD, Auto and 4WD Lock.
The Nissan Pathfinder Hybrid's price has not been disclosed yet, but the carmaker says it will go on sale this summer.
