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The Nissan Pathfinder is still lost in the crowd

Despite a refresh of sheet metal, the 2017 Pathfinder can't get past its inoffensive looks.

Emme Hall
I love two-seater, RWD convertibles and own a 2004 Mazdaspeed Miata for pavement fun and a lifted 2001 Miata for pre-running. I race air-cooled Volkswagens in desert races like the Mint 400 and the Baja 1000. I have won the Rebelle Rally, seven-day navigational challenge, twice and I am the only driver to compete in an EV, the Rivian R1T.
Emme Hall
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The Nissan Pathfinder has been around in one form or another for nearly 60 years. It got a bump for 2017 in styling, performance and technology.

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The Pathfinder is Nissan's smaller three-row crossover, sitting below the gargantuan Armada in terms of space. 

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It comes standard in front-wheel drive but all-wheel-drive is optional for $1,690 extra.

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Under the hood is a revised 3.5-liter V6 good for  284 horsepower and 259 pound-feet of torque.

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The engine is mated to a continuously variable transmission. Together they're good for an EPA fuel rating of 19 miles per gallon in the city, 26 miles per gallon on the highway and 21 miles per gallon combined.

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It can do a bit of soft-roading, as long as you choose your lines carefully.

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An available Around View monitor gives a 360-degree look at your surroundings. 

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If you're looking to tow, the Pathfinder has a higher-than-average rating of 6,000 pounds. That's enough to tow a 23-foot Airstream trailer.

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The 2017 Nissan Pathfinder starts at $30,290 in front-wheel drive, $31,980 for all-wheel drive.

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Pathfinder, one of Nissan's best known and most popular nameplates in its nearly 60-year history in the United States, is reborn for the 2017 model year with more adventure capability, a freshened exterior look and enhanced safety and technology – pure Pathfinder taken to a higher level of performance and style.

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2017 Nissan Pathfinder

Pathfinder, one of Nissan's best known and most popular nameplates in its nearly 60-year history in the United States, is reborn for the 2017 model year with more adventure capability, a freshened exterior look and enhanced safety and technology – pure Pathfinder taken to a higher level of performance and style.

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2017 Nissan Pathfinder

Pathfinder, one of Nissan's best known and most popular nameplates in its nearly 60-year history in the United States, is reborn for the 2017 model year with more adventure capability, a freshened exterior look and enhanced safety and technology – pure Pathfinder taken to a higher level of performance and style.

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2017 Nissan Pathfinder

Pathfinder, one of Nissan's best known and most popular nameplates in its nearly 60-year history in the United States, is reborn for the 2017 model year with more adventure capability, a freshened exterior look and enhanced safety and technology – pure Pathfinder taken to a higher level of performance and style.

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2017 Nissan Pathfinder

Pathfinder, one of Nissan's best known and most popular nameplates in its nearly 60-year history in the United States, is reborn for the 2017 model year with more adventure capability, a freshened exterior look and enhanced safety and technology – pure Pathfinder taken to a higher level of performance and style.

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2017 Nissan Pathfinder

Pathfinder, one of Nissan's best known and most popular nameplates in its nearly 60-year history in the United States, is reborn for the 2017 model year with more adventure capability, a freshened exterior look and enhanced safety and technology – pure Pathfinder taken to a higher level of performance and style.

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2017 Nissan Pathfinder

Pathfinder, one of Nissan's best known and most popular nameplates in its nearly 60-year history in the United States, is reborn for the 2017 model year with more adventure capability, a freshened exterior look and enhanced safety and technology – pure Pathfinder taken to a higher level of performance and style.

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2017 Nissan Pathfinder

Pathfinder, one of Nissan's best known and most popular nameplates in its nearly 60-year history in the United States, is reborn for the 2017 model year with more adventure capability, a freshened exterior look and enhanced safety and technology – pure Pathfinder taken to a higher level of performance and style.

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2017 Nissan Pathfinder

Pathfinder, one of Nissan's best known and most popular nameplates in its nearly 60-year history in the United States, is reborn for the 2017 model year with more adventure capability, a freshened exterior look and enhanced safety and technology – pure Pathfinder taken to a higher level of performance and style.

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2017 Nissan Pathfinder

Pathfinder, one of Nissan's best known and most popular nameplates in its nearly 60-year history in the United States, is reborn for the 2017 model year with more adventure capability, a freshened exterior look and enhanced safety and technology – pure Pathfinder taken to a higher level of performance and style.

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