2003 Nissan Pathfinder Consumer Reviews Page 9

Great SUV to own

Written by: LWatson57 on 05/30/2003

Vehicle

2003 Nissan Pathfinder LE 4WD 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 4A)

Review

Great handling and comfort.The fold down rear seats are tricky but the reclining feature is excellent. The gas milage is average but has great pick-up.

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Nissan usa a-ok

Written by: Dog Man on 05/28/2003

Vehicle

2003 Nissan Pathfinder LE 4WD 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 4A)

Review

Excellent vehicle. Somewhat small, but very reliable

Favorite Features

Reliability. Affordable.

Suggested Improvements

Smallish. Rear-wheel drive system is poor

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I love the Pathfinder

Written by: Taller on 05/27/2003

Vehicle

2003 Nissan Pathfinder LE Rwd 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 4A)

Review

The Pathfinder rides like a car. I absolutely love it. The BOSE stereo sounds great. It's got plenty of pick up and looks good on the road. The automatic controls on the steering wheel for cruise and for the stereo are easy to use and conveniently located. By far the best car I've ever owned.

Favorite Features

V6 engine. BOSE stereo. Automatic everything.

Suggested Improvements

Edmund's is wrong about it being difficult to fold the rear seats. I don't know who attempted it, but they didn't try hard enough. A 2-year-old could do it. The paint on the bumpers comes off slightly when road debree hits them.

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best SUV in the price range

Written by: outerbanks man on 05/23/2003

Vehicle

2003 Nissan Pathfinder SE 4WD 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 4A)

Review

Reserched Honda Pilot, Toyota Highlander and Pathfinder. Rebate and .9 financing separated the Pathfinder from the Highlander.

Favorite Features

Reliability Appearance

Suggested Improvements

Better gas mileage

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New Pathfinder Owner - First Impressions

Written by: NH William on 05/07/2003

Vehicle

2003 Nissan Pathfinder LE 4WD 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 4A)

Review

Since the deals are so good out there right now, I looked into buying a new SUV to replace my 1996 Ford Explorer. I test drove the Highlander, Explorer, Tribute, 4 Runner and Xterra before deciding on the 2003 Pathfinder. This vehicle isn't perfect, but it's a very nice combination of reliability, price, styling, handling and features. It rode better than any vehicle except perhaps the Highlander, but I found it more comfortable (no captain's chair's arms) and with many more small nice features such as lighted vanity mirrors, fog lights, compass and opening rear window. My model is loaded, mainly due to the Nissan packages required to get side airbags.

Favorite Features

Excellent handling, ride and engine power; Dual sun visors; Auto 4WD; One touch up and down front windows & sunroof; Seat comfort; Climate control; Memory & heated seats; Good headlights and dash lights; Numerous cupholders and cubbie holes

Suggested Improvements

Illuminate steering wheel audio/cruise controls; Needs an inch or two more front/rear leg room and front head room, especially with the sunroof; Gas mileage lower than average SUV; More diverse package options (had to take audio, sunroof and leather packages to get side airbags)

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Awesome SUV with power

Written by: mark324 on 05/06/2003

Vehicle

2003 Nissan Pathfinder SE 4WD 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 4A)

Review

By far the Nissan Pathfinder is a true SUV. Plenty of comfort and style.

Favorite Features

BOSE stero,sun roof

Suggested Improvements

gas mileage

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This truck rocks!!!

Written by: bpace3 on 05/02/2003

Vehicle

2003 Nissan Pathfinder LE 4WD 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 4A)

Review

This is my 3rd pathfinder. Drove the first pathfinder available in Ohio when they first came out. Purchased a second. I was not happy with the design about 5 years ago. Decided on a durango. BIG MISTAKE. The pathfinder is a great vehicle. Smooth, tons of power, very sharp. I get tons of compliments. I love to throw the keys to others to take for a test drive. They all come back smiling!!

Favorite Features

Design, Features, Sun Roof, Leather, this truck's got it all....

Suggested Improvements

Uuggghhh! The only thing on the road that I can't pass is a gas station...

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Why buy the Infiniti QX4?

Written by: cactusrose on 04/29/2003

Vehicle

2003 Nissan Pathfinder LE Rwd 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 4A)

Review

So my toddler is bleeding from the head and we are on the way to the emergency room in my bronze Nissan Pathfinder. As we pass a silver Infiniti QX4 he points out of the window and says "Daddy's car." Now if even a concussed two year old can see through the exterior shiny trim of a QX4 that hides the Pathfinder beneath, where's the snob value in buying the Infiniti? Buy a Pathfinder and save yourself $5,000. By the way, he's fine...

Favorite Features

Engine, handling for an SUV

Suggested Improvements

Looks are beginning to get long in the tooth.

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Not Everyone Needs Third-Row Seating!!!

Written by: blackdog on 04/27/2003

Vehicle

2003 Nissan Pathfinder SE 4WD 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 4A)

Review

I was shopping for a 4Runner, but couldn't justify $6,000 more for the same features. This SUV rides like a Maxima and the 240 hp. V6 runs very smooth. I have already put 4,500 miles on it in 4 weeks and so far I am very pleased. I also don't understand the complaints about the rear seats. I put mine up and down on a daily basis..Very EasY!! If you are like me and want a true 'midsize' SUV, than the Pathfinder is a great deal. Remember, not everyone needs a third- row of seats!!

Favorite Features

240 hp., 6-Disc In Dash CD changer, Sunroof..

Suggested Improvements

Gas Mileage (they advertise 15-18 and I am averaging 14), Factory Roof Rack not very compatible, Less Wind Noise from closed sunroof, Power Outlets that work when the car is off....All minor compared to the ride of this SUV!!

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excellent

Written by: alex1 on 04/24/2003

Vehicle

2003 Nissan Pathfinder LE 4WD 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 4A)

Review

best deal for the money

Favorite Features

seat memory bose stereo

Suggested Improvements

it is an suv, so the matherials used for bumpers should be scratchless.

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