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4.88 out of 5 stars

Great SUV - lots of power

William, 09/05/2007
2008 Nissan Pathfinder SE-V8 4dr SUV 4WD (5.6L 8cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

Got the V8 4x4. Love the look and power, the V8 is very strong. 3rd row feature is very cool. Just got back from a road trip of 1000 miles and the SUV performed very well. The newly designed on board screen is great too. 18" look great. Steering wheel radio commands are very useful too. Mileage is actually pretty good for a V8: I get about 19mpg on freeway. Lots of features for the price.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Great SUV For The Money

simon, 07/07/2007
2008 Nissan Pathfinder SE 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

I was looking at the Lexus RX 350 for months along with other SUVs but I finally decided to get the 2008 SE Pathfinder. After looking at options and the price of the 08 Pathfinder I figured I could not go wrong with this purchase. There is a big difference between the 08 to the 07 so don't be fooled. I got the SE loaded out with the leather package and premium sound. I also got tint thrown in and went with the extended warranty with tire replacement. I have had it for about a week and love the car and the ride. If you get an SE model, make sure you get a cargo mat, the rubber tends to scratch up easily.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

A pleasant surprise

Quia, 08/07/2008
2008 Nissan Pathfinder S 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

I traded a 2004 Isuzu Rodeo S for my '08 Pathfinder so right off the top I was immediately impressed. The exterior styling is commanding yet sleek; great ground clearance; and I was pretty pleased that the hitch was standard on the one I bought. I've seen some Pathfinders around with these weird contoured pinstripes, but mine doesn't have that fortunately. Even for a base model I was pleased with the remote keyless entry, power windows, locks and tint. It rides much smoother than my Rodeo (and the Lincoln Aviator and Acura MDX which I've driven), but not quite as nice as the Lexus GX470. The rear seats are a bit tight, but we just put the kids back there anyway.

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5 out of 5 stars

The perfect mix

Cesar, 11/17/2008
2008 Nissan Pathfinder S 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

We bought the 2008 Pathfinder having in mind we travel to Mexico at least once a year and we needed a vehicle reliable on seriously hard roads. This one didn't disappoint. Its off road ability it's outstanding. Plenty of power for anybody and decent fuel economy. On the city, it delivers a quiet and smooth drive. With nearly 16000 miles on it, I haven't had the so much mentioned rough down shift issue other users reported. For me, it's the perfect mix.

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2.88 out of 5 stars

Think Twice Before You Buy

Ken S, 12/17/2008
2009 Nissan Pathfinder SE Off-Road 4dr SUV 4WD (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
2 of 5 people found this review helpful

I respectfully disagree with the "professional" review's compliment of the ergonomics. Try sitting in the driver's chair for an extended period and you'll disagree. Although there are several adjustments, neither my wife nor I can find a comfortable position for the long haul. Don't think of Nissan as a "Japanese car company". If you do, you'll likely expect great reliability and be disappointed. Most of the time we've owned our Pathfinder, the "Check Engine" light has been on. The dealer has tried several times to fix it. That is just one of many problems we have had.

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