Nissan Pathfinder Third generation

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The Nissan Pathfinder Third generation (2005–2012): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 27 versions in the European Union, the United Kingdom, the United States, and Canada.

Model codes: R51 · Sold in: United States, Canada, European Union, and United Kingdom

Dimensions, weights and capacity

Specification	Europe	North America	Wikipedia
Dimensions
Length	4,810 mm RDW	4,880 mm TC	–
Width	1,850 mm RDW	1,850 mm TC	1,849 mm
Height	1,760–1,865 mm Traficom	1,840 mm TC	–
Wheelbase	2,850 mm RDW	2,850 mm TC	2,850 mm
Front track	1,570 mm ASTRA	1,580 mm TC	–
Rear track	1,570 mm ASTRA	1,570 mm TC	–
Weights and towing
Kerb weight	2,075–2,185 kg RDW	2,132–2,243 kg TC	–
Mass in running order	2,175–2,285 kg RDW	–	–
Gross vehicle weight	2,880–2,980 kg RDW	–	–
Towing, braked trailer	3,000–3,500 kg RDW	–	–
Towing, unbraked trailer	750 kg RDW	–	–
Seats and space
Seats	7 RDW	–	–
Doors	4 RDW	–	–
Fuel tank	–	–	74 L
Performance
Top speed	174–200 km/h RDW	–	190 km/h
Torque	403–550 Nm ASTRA	–	–

Tyre sizes (most common first): 255/65R17, 255/60R18, 235/70R16

Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: RDW type approvals (Netherlands), Transport Canada vehicle specifications, Wikipedia (en, de), Traficom type approvals (Finland), ASTRA type approvals (Switzerland). Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.

Reliability and owner reports

UK MOT: first-time pass rate by age

Age at test	Pass rate	UK average	Tests
9–12 years	64.1% (62.7–65.5)	77.9%	4,367
13 years and older	57.9% (57.1–58.8)	69.2%	12,443

What the MOT finds

Area	This model	UK average, same ages
Suspension	47.6%	37.9%
Body, chassis and structure	37.9%	15.7%
Brakes	35.5%	34.1%
Lights and electrics	32.9%	25.9%
Tyres	26.5%	31.2%
Noise, emissions and leaks	17.3%	14.6%

First MOT test of each car per year in 2022–2024, from the DVSA’s anonymised test results; only ages with at least 500 tests are shown. The figure in brackets is the 95% confidence interval; green or red means clearly above or below the UK average. The second table shows how often an item was noted (defect or advisory) in each area, against the UK average for cars of the same ages. DVSA anonymised MOT tests (Open Government Licence)

Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)

2,920 complaints for model years 2005–2012. 49 crashes · 10 fires · 40 injuries · 1 death

Transmission and drivetrain 1,545
Engine 1,070
Fuel system 594
Electrical system 119
Airbags 95
Steering 46

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 27 versions of the Nissan Pathfinder Third generation

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European Union 9 versions

New cars registered in the EU (plus Norway and Iceland), from the European Environment Agency. Figures on the NEDC procedure until 2020 and on WLTP from 2021; versions are grouped by engine and power, with their number of registrations.

Years and version	Engine	Power	Fuel	CO₂	EU registrations
2011–2012	2.5 L	140 kW (190 PS)	Diesel	229 g/km	8,302
2011–2012	3.0 L	170 kW (231 PS)	Diesel	241–255 g/km	1,089
2011–2012	–	–	Diesel	239–241 g/km	74
2011–2012	3.0 L	170 kW (231 PS)	Diesel	250 g/km	250
2011	3.0 L	170 kW (231 PS)	Diesel	250 g/km	36
2011	2.5 L	120 kW (163 PS)	Diesel	249 g/km	12
2010	2.5 L	–	Diesel	239 g/km	4,918
2010	3.0 L	–	Diesel	250 g/km	256
2010	–	–	Other fuel	255 g/km	18

United Kingdom 9 versions

New cars on sale in the UK, from the Vehicle Certification Agency. NEDC figures until 2018 and WLTP figures after; years are the editions a version appeared in.

Years and version	Engine	Power	Fuel	Gearbox	Consumption (combined)	CO₂
20122.5 dCi 190ps	2.5 L	140 kW (190 PS)	Diesel	6-speed manual	8.5 L/100 km NEDC	224 g/km
20122.5 dCi 190ps	2.5 L	140 kW (190 PS)	Diesel	6-speed automatic	9.0 L/100 km NEDC	238 g/km
20102.5 dCi 190	2.5 L	–	Diesel	6-speed manual	8.5 L/100 km NEDC	224 g/km
20102.5 dCi 190	2.5 L	–	Diesel	5-speed automatic	9.0 L/100 km NEDC	238 g/km
2007–20092.5 dCi 4x4	2.5 L	–	Diesel	6-speed manual	9.8 L/100 km NEDC	264 g/km
2007–20092.5 dCi 4x4	2.5 L	–	Diesel	5-speed automatic	10.2–10.5 L/100 km NEDC	276–283 g/km
20062.5 dCi 4 x 4	2.5 L	–	Diesel	6-speed manual	9.0 L/100 km NEDC	238 g/km
20062.5 dCi 4 x 4	2.5 L	–	Diesel	5-speed automatic	10.1 L/100 km NEDC	267 g/km
20064.0 V6	4.0 L	–	Petrol	5-speed automatic	13.5 L/100 km NEDC	327 g/km

United States 7 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
2005–2012CLKUP	4.0 L	Petrol	5-speed automatic	Rear-wheel drive	17 MPG (13.8 L/100 km) EPA	325 g/km
2010–2012	4.0 L	Petrol	5-speed automatic	Four-wheel drive	16 MPG (14.7 L/100 km) EPA	345 g/km
2010–2012	5.6 L	Petrol	5-speed automatic	Four-wheel drive	14–15 MPG (15.7–16.8 L/100 km) EPA	368–394 g/km
2009–2010	4.0 L	Petrol	5-speed automatic	Rear-wheel drive	18 MPG (13.1 L/100 km) EPA	307 g/km
2005–2009CLKUP	4.0 L	Petrol	5-speed automatic	Four- or all-wheel drive	16 MPG (14.7 L/100 km) EPA	345 g/km
2008–2009CLKUP	5.6 L	Petrol	5-speed automatic	Rear-wheel drive	15 MPG (15.7 L/100 km) EPA	368 g/km
2008–2009CLKUP	5.6 L	Petrol	5-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
2006–2012Sport utility vehicle	4.0 L	Petrol	5-speed automatic	14.5–15.2 L/100 km 5-cycle	334–350 g/km
2008–2009Sport utility vehicle	5.6 L	Petrol	5-speed automatic	16.3–16.4 L/100 km 5-cycle	375–377 g/km

Similar models from other brands

Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.