Nissan Pathfinder First generation
The Nissan Pathfinder First generation (1987–1995): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 12 versions in the United States and Canada.
Model codes: WD21 · Sold in: United States and Canada
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | Wikipedia |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | |
| Length | 4,365–4,715 mm |
| Width | 1,690–1,795 mm |
| Height | 1,669–1,694 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,650 mm |
Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: Wikipedia. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Reliability and owner reports
Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)
468 complaints for model years 1987–1995. 30 crashes · 19 fires · 21 injuries · 6 deaths
- Engine 149
- Body and structure 82
- Transmission and drivetrain 59
- Seat belts 21
Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints
All 12 versions of the Nissan Pathfinder First generation
United States 10 versions
Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Drive | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1989–1995(FFS) | 3.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Rear-wheel drive | 15 MPG (15.7 L/100 km) EPA | 368 g/km |
| 1990–1995(FFS), 2MODE VLKUP · (FFS), 2MODE CLKUP | 3.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Four- or all-wheel drive | 15 MPG (15.7 L/100 km) EPA | 368 g/km |
| 1987–1995(FFS) | 3.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Four- or all-wheel drive | 14–15 MPG (15.7–16.8 L/100 km) EPA | 368–394 g/km |
| 1994–1995(FFS), 2MODE CLKUP · (FFS), 2MODE VLKUP | 3.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 15 MPG (15.7 L/100 km) EPA | 368 g/km |
| 1991–1993(FFS), 2MODE CLKUP | 3.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 16–17 MPG (13.8–14.7 L/100 km) EPA | 325–345 g/km |
| 1990(FFS), 2MODE VLKUP | 3.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 16 MPG (14.7 L/100 km) EPA | 345 g/km |
| 1987–1989(FFS) | 2.4 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Four- or all-wheel drive | 16 MPG (14.7 L/100 km) EPA | 345 g/km |
| 1989(FFS), 2MODE 2LKUP | 3.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 15 MPG (15.7 L/100 km) EPA | 368 g/km |
| 1988–1989(FFS), 2MODE | 3.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Four- or all-wheel drive | 14 MPG (16.8 L/100 km) EPA | 394 g/km |
| 1987(FFS) | 3.0 L | Petrol | 3-speed automatic | Four- or all-wheel drive | 14 MPG (16.8 L/100 km) EPA | 394 g/km |
Canada 2 versions
Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995Sport utility vehicle | 3.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 16.0 L/100 km 5-cycle | 368 g/km |
| 1995Sport utility vehicle | 3.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 16.0 L/100 km 5-cycle | 368 g/km |
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Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.