2018 Nissan Pathfinder Press Kit

• Following last year's major redesign, 2018 Pathfinder continues to add new features and technologies
• Innovative Rear Door Alert¹ system can help remind customers of anything that may be forgotten in the rear seat – pets, valuables, dry cleaning, groceries and more
• Midnight Edition package, now on SL model, features exclusive black 20-inch Midnight Edition aluminum-alloy wheels, black mirror caps, black spoiler and more
• Standard Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB)², an element of Nissan Intelligent Safety Shield Technologies, helps avoid or reduce the severity of potential frontal collisions

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Just as owners of the Nissan Pathfinder seem to always be on the move, the Pathfinder itself is not slowing down. After a major redesign just last year, the 2018 Pathfinder adds some additional new features, including standard Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB), a new Midnight Edition appearance package and an innovative Rear Door Alert (RDA) system.

Other enhancements for the new model year include two new colors – Scarlet Ember and Midnight Pine – standard Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC) and NissanConnect^SM with Navigation and Services on Pathfinder SL grade (previously standard only on Platinum grade), additional four USB ports (six total) and revised option package naming and content.

The Rear Door Alert system, developed by a pair of Nissan engineers and mothers, can help remind Nissan owners to check the rear seat by using a series of distinctive honks as the driver is walking away from the vehicle. The audio alerts distinguish the Nissan RDA from other systems in the marketplace.

Elsa Foley and Marlene Mendoza led a team of co-workers at Nissan North America, Inc. in Nashville, Tenn. and Nissan Technical Center North America in Farmington Hills, Mich. in the development of the RDA system. RDA monitors the rear door switches to detect their open/closed status prior to and after a trip. If the system detects that a rear door was opened/closed prior to a trip, but then was not re-opened again after the trip was completed, given the vehicle was put in park and the ignition cycled off, the system responds with a series of notifications, starting with a display in the instrument panel and progressing to subtle but distinctive chirps of the horn.

The new RDA technology makes its debut as standard equipment on all 2018 Nissan Pathfinders and will be available on other Nissan models in the coming years.

The refined Pathfinder Midnight Edition (late availability), which was introduced late in the 2017 model year on the exclusive Platinum model, is now available on the most popular SL trim, features exclusive black 20-inch Midnight Edition aluminum-alloy wheels, black mirror caps, black spoiler, black roof rails, black grille surround, black front and rear fascia accents, black license plate finisher, black badging, black splash guards, illuminated kick plates, exterior approach lighting, and available Midnight Edition floor mats. It is offered in a choice of Pearl White, Gun Metallic and Magnetic Black.

In addition, Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) is now standard on the 2018 Pathfinder –  part of a projected one million 2018 U.S. Nissan vehicles, including seven of the company's most popular models, to offer the advanced system.

AEB (previously known as Forward Emergency Braking) uses radar technology to monitor a vehicle's proximity to the vehicle ahead, giving the driver audible and visual display warnings to help the driver reduce the vehicle's speed if a potential frontal collision is detected. If the driver fails to respond, the AEB system can apply the brakes, helping the driver avoid the collision or reduce the speed of impact if it is unavoidable.

The seven-passenger 2018 Pathfinder is offered in 2-wheel-drive and 4-wheel-drive configurations and a choice of four well-equipped grade levels: S, SV, SL and Platinum.

Signature Nissan Style
Pathfinder, one of Nissan's best known and most popular nameplates in its nearly 60-year history in the United States, was reborn for the 2017 model year with more adventure capability – including a freshened exterior look, adding a stronger sense of adventure, character and presence and continued fine-tuning of aero efficiency.

The design incorporates a number of Nissan signature design elements such as the "V-Motion" grille and boomerang-shaped headlights with LED daytime running lights. LED headlights are standard on the Pathfinder Platinum grade. Other exterior elements include an aggressive hood, front bumper and fog lights. The outside rearview mirrors include standard integrated turn signals.

In addition, aerodynamic optimization efforts include the grille design with enhanced cooling performance (negating the need for an active grille shutter) and a front chin spoiler design that directs air downward without compromising the approach angle for off-road driving. These details help optimize air flow around and below the Pathfinder exterior, which has a coefficient of drag of 0.326.

Pathfinder SL and Platinum grades feature a Motion-Activated liftgate with liftgate position memory. A simple wave of the foot under the center of the liftgate activates the power opening function. Other exterior details include recessed front windshield wipers, roof rails, chrome door handles and privacy glass. An available Dual Panorama Moonroof is standard on the Platinum grade. It includes a sliding opening front panel and fixed rear glass panel, which extends over the 2nd and 3rd rows.

Eight exterior colors are offered: Magnetic Black, Brilliant Silver, Gun Metallic, Pearl White, Glacier White, Caspian Blue and new Scarlet Ember and Midnight Pine.

A Roomy, Refined Interior
Inside, the 2018 Pathfinder offers an array of new-generation information technology. The standard Advanced Drive-Assist^TM Display (ADAD), located in the center of the instrument display between the tachometer and speedometer, features a range of infotainment and driver assistance displays. Voice recognition has been enhanced with HD microphone.

The standard 8.0-inch touch-screen monitor, mounted in the middle of the instrument panel, provides intuitive interaction and control of a variety of driver-selectable vehicle systems and settings – including the standard NissanConnect^SM with Voice Recognition for audio, Bluetooth® and vehicle information.

In addition, the available NissanConnect Navigation system³ (offered as standard equipment on Pathfinder SL and Platinum, optional on SV) includes Voice Recognition for navigation, including one-shot voice destination entry and three years of included SiriusXM® Traffic®. The Pathfinder also includes standard SiriusXM® Travel Link³ with three years of complimentary service, featuring sports, movie listings, stock prices, gas prices and weather.

NissanConnect Services powered by SiriusXM®² features automatic collision notification, emergency call and stolen vehicle locator, customizable alerts, dealer service scheduling and maintenance alerts. It comes standard on SL and Platinum grade.

As in previous years, the 2018 Pathfinder's 3-row/7-passenger interior combines comfortable seating with the cargo capacity that families need every day. It offers the benefits of a mid-size crossover with the comfort of a larger SUV, including a flat floor for enhanced interior packaging flexibility and ample space. Overall interior roominess is 173.8 cubic feet (passenger and cargo areas combined).

Every Pathfinder interior is anchored by Nissan's innovative EZ Flex Seating System™ with LATCH AND GLIDE™, a 2nd row tilt and glide seat that allows easy 3rd row access with a child safety seat remaining securely in place (on the passenger curb side).

A wide range of seating and cargo carrying combinations are available with the 2nd row 60/40-split seat with manual slide/recline/fold flat and 3rd row 50/50-split seat with manual recline/flat fold. Cloth seat fabric is standard for S and SV grades, while leather-appointed seating is standard on SL and Platinum models. And, as needed by today's drivers, six USB ports are standard – adding two in the front console pocket and two on the center console rear (up from two total in previous model years).

Pathfinder's quiet, comfortable interior also includes a wide range of available features, including two rows of rich leather-appointed seating surfaces, heated and cooled front seats, heated 2nd row seats, heated steering wheel, power tilt and telescoping steering wheel, Nissan Intelligent Key®, Remote Engine Start⁶, multiple user memory settings and an advanced Bose® Audio System with 13 speakers.

Pathfinder also offers available class-exclusive⁴ Intelligent Around View® Monitor (I-AVM)⁵. Other available technology includes Tri-Zone Automatic Climate Control, Bluetooth® Hands-free Phone System and iPod® integration. The tri-zone Family Entertainment system includes 2nd row head restraint-mounted DVD display screens. The 8-inch QHD rear displays include auto brightness control and USB and HDMI rear source inputs. The rear display can be easily controlled from the front with a more user-friendly display.

An available Remote Engine Start⁶ function allows the climate control system to warm up or cool down the interior prior to driving (standard on SV, SL and Platinum).

The Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS), available with individual tire pressure display, comes with standard Easy-Fill Tire Alert that provides both visual and audible signals to help owners conveniently maintain correct tire pressures without the use of a gauge.

Advanced 3.5-liter V6 Engine, Class-Leading4 6,000-lb Towing Capacity
As part of its highly capable adventure credentials, every 2018 Pathfinder comes equipped with a 3.5-liter V6 engine with Nissan's Direct Injection Gasoline™ (DIG) system. Also utilized on the flagship Nissan Armada full-size SUV, DIG provides better wide-open throttle performance and improved fuel economy and emissions performance (versus a non-direct-injection system). The engine also utilizes mirror bore cylinder coating to help reduce engine weight by around three pounds and reduces friction between the piston ring and the cylinder wall (versus heavy cast iron cylinder liners).

Horsepower is rated at 284 hp and torque is rated at 259 lb-ft. Pathfinder fuel economy⁷ is 20 mpg city, 27 mpg highway and 23 mpg combined for 2WD models; 19 mpg city, 26 mpg highway and 22 mpg combined (21 mpg Platinum) for 4WD models.

All 2018 Pathfinder models are equipped with Nissan's third-generation Xtronic transmission (similar to that utilized in the sporty Nissan Maxima). The Xtronic transmission includes D-Step Logic Control, which simulates shifts, giving a more natural acceleration feeling.

Standard maximum towing capacity is a best-in-class4 of up to 6,000 pounds (when properly equipped), giving owners the ability to tow two-axle recreational trailers, whether for watercraft, flatbeds or campers. The advanced Xtronic transmission design, with standard oil cooler, helps keep engine rpm optimized while towing without the typical "hunting for a gear" feel.

As in previous years, Pathfinder also features selectable 2WD, Auto or 4WD Lock modes from the available Intelligent 4x4 (I-4x4) 4WD system. With the available intuitive four-wheel drive, Pathfinder continues to serve as an excellent vehicle for inclement weather driving conditions.

Pathfinder is the only vehicle in its class⁴ with selectable 2WD, Auto or 4WD Lock modes for its available Intelligent 4x4 (I-4x4) 4WD system. The system lets the driver choose full-time 2WD for maximum fuel economy, Auto mode to automatically monitor conditions and adjust the balance of power between front and rear wheels for best traction, or 4WD Lock mode when full-time 4WD is desired.

In addition, standard Hill Start Assist helps prevent loss of control when starting and driving away on a steep incline (both 4WD and 2WD models), while standard Hill Descent Control (4WD only) helps by adjusting speed and brake pressure when traveling slowly down steep, rough terrain grades.

Pathfinder's 4-wheel independent suspension also contributes to the enhanced driving dynamics, offering improved body control and a more refined ride. Rebound springs are added to the front struts to help assist with roll balance and body control. The result is the Pathfinder remains flat while cornering and road vibrations are well controlled, especially on rough roads and during off-road driving. In addition, a hydraulic electric steering system provides solid cornering feedback and feel.

Pathfinder's advanced driver assistance technology, in addition to Automatic Emergency Braking, includes available Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC)⁸, Intelligent Around View® Monitor (I-AVM), Blind Spot Warning (BSW)⁹ and Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA)¹⁰.

Standard safety and security features include Nissan Advanced Air Bag System (includes dual-stage front supplemental air bags with seat belt sensors and an occupant classification sensor), 3-point front seat belts with pretensioners and load limiters, supplemental front seat-mounted side-impact air bags, roof-mounted supplemental curtain air bags for side impact and rollover head protection for outboard passengers in all three rows, 3-point seat belts for rear seat occupants, including 2nd row center position, LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) – 2nd row outboard seating positions only, child safety rear door locks, Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) and Traction Control System (TCS).

A Choice of Models and Packages
The 2018 Pathfinder comes in four well-equipped models, starting with the Pathfinder S with 284-horsepower 3.5-liter V6, Xtronic transmission and available Intelligent 4x4 (I-4x4) 4WD system. Standard features include Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB), Rear Door Alert (RDA), NissanConnect with 8.0-inch color display, HD Radio, SiriusXM® Satellite Radio³, Bluetooth® Hands-free Phone System, EZ Flex Seating System™ with LATCH AND GLIDE™, Tri-Zone Automatic Temperature Control, Push Button Start, four USB ports, RearView Monitor and Advanced Drive-Assist^TM Display (ADAD).

Pathfinder SV models add a range of features including Nissan Intelligent Key®, 8-way power driver's seat, leather-wrapped steering wheel and gear shift lever, Rear Sonar, fog lights, auto-dimming rearview mirror with HomeLink® Universal Transceiver, Remote Engine Start6 and much more.

Pathfinder SL models include NissanConnect with Navigation and Services³, NissanConnect Services powered by SiriusXM®², leather-appointed heated 1st and 2nd row seats, 4-way power front passenger's seat, driver's seat 2-way power lumbar support, heated steering wheel, Motion-Activated power liftgate with liftgate position memory, Intelligent Around View® Monitor (I-AVM), Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC), Blind Spot Warning (BSW) and Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA), among other features.

Pathfinder Platinum models offer unique 20-inch machined aluminum-alloy wheels, 235/55R20 tires, LED headlights, Bose® 13-speaker premium audio system, cooled front seats, woodgrain finishers, Dual Panorama Moonroof, Trailer Tow Package and more.

Several option packages are offered for 2018, starting with the enhanced Midnight Edition (SL model) – with 20-inch black aluminum-alloy wheels, black outside mirrors, black roof rails, black license plate finisher, black V-Motion grille, black front and rear lower bumper accents, black rear spoiler, black exterior name/grade badge (plus 4WD badge on 4WD models), black Midnight Edition badge, black splash guards, illuminated kickplates and exterior approach lighting.

Other packages include the SV All Weather Package with heated front cloth seats, heated steering wheel and heated outside rearview mirrors; and the revised SV Tech Package with NissanConnect with Navigation and Services³ powered by SiriusXM®³, Blind Spot Warning (BSW), Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA), Intelligent Cruise Control and trailer towing package (hitch receiver, harness).

Also offered is a revised SL Premium Package, which features the Bose® 13-speaker Premium Audio System, trailer hitch receiver with integrated finisher, trailer towing harness, Power Panorama Moonroof with one-touch tilt/open/close controls (front), sunshade, rear roof glass with power sunshade, trailer hitch receiver w/integrated finisher, trailer towing harness and 20-inch painted aluminum-alloy wheels with 235/55R20 all-season tires.

The Nissan Mobile Entertainment Package adds the dual 8.0-inch headrest DVD/Family Entertainment System with rear seat wireless headphones, wireless remote control, rear headphone jacks with volume control, USB port, HDMI jack and VTR jack.

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<sup>1. Rear Door Alert is intended to remind people to check the back seats of their vehicle under certain circumstances. It cannot prevent accidents caused by inattention or carelessness.
2. AEB cannot prevent accidents due to carelessness or dangerous driving techniques. It may not provide warning or braking in certain conditions. Speed limitations apply.
3. SiriusXM® subscription required, sold separately (after applicable introductory period).
4. Ward's Segmentation. MY18 Pathfinder AWD Pathfinder vs. in-market 2017 & 2018 Large Cross/Utility Vehicle class competitors.
5. I-AVM cannot completely eliminate blind spots and may not detect every object. MOD operates at vehicle speeds below 5 mph. Always check surroundings and turn to look behind you before moving vehicle.
6. State laws may apply; review local laws before using.
7. CITY, HIGHWAY and COMBINED: 2018 EPA Fuel Economy 20 mpg city, 27 mpg highway and 23 mpg combined for 2WD models; 19 mpg city, 26 mpg highway and 22 mpg combined (21 mpg Platinum) for 4WD models Actual mileage may vary with driving conditions – use for comparison only.
8. ICC is not a collision avoidance system or warning device. Designed to use limited braking. Failure to apply the brakes could result in an accident.
9. Not a substitute for proper lane change procedures. The system will not prevent contact with other vehicles or accidents. It may not detect every vehicle or object around you.
10. Not a substitute for proper backing procedures. May not detect all moving vehicles. Speed and other limitations apply. See Owner's Manual for details.</sup>

Pathfinder, one of Nissan's best known and most popular nameplates in its nearly 60-year history in the United States, was extensively revised just last model year – with more adventure capability, a freshened exterior look and enhanced safety, technology, performance and style.

For 2018, Pathfinder adds additional new features, including standard Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB)¹, an enhanced Midnight Edition appearance package and an innovative Rear Door Alert (RDA)² system. Other changes for the new model year include two new colors – Scarlet Ember and Midnight Pine – standard Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC)³ and NissanConnect^SM with Navigation and Services⁴ on Pathfinder SL grade (previously standard only on Platinum grade), additional four USB ports (six total) and revised option package naming and content.

The Rear Door Alert system can help remind customers of anything that may be forgotten in the rear seat – pets, valuables, dry cleaning, groceries and more. If the system detects that a rear door is opened prior to driving, and the customer does not open a rear door again at the end of the trip, the system can remind customers that something might be left in the rear seat. RDA is designed to be simple, unobtrusive and can be easily turned on or off as needed. After making its debut as standard equipment on all 2018 Nissan Pathfinders, it will later be available on other Nissan models in the coming years.

The new Pathfinder Midnight Edition, which was first introduced late in the 2017 model year on the exclusive Platinum grade, has now moved to the more popular SL model (late availability). It features exclusive black 20-inch Midnight Edition aluminum-alloy wheels, black mirror caps, black spoiler, black roof rails, black grille surround, black front and rear fascia accents, black license plate finisher, black badging, black splash guards, illuminated kick plates, exterior approach lighting and available Midnight Edition floor mats. It is offered in a choice of Pearl White, Gun Metallic and Magnetic Black.

In addition, Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) is now standard on the 2018 Pathfinder –  part of a projected one million 2018 U.S. Nissan vehicles, including seven of the company's most popular models, to offer the advanced system. AEB (previously known as Forward Emergency Braking) uses radar technology to monitor a vehicle's proximity to the vehicle ahead, giving the driver audible and visual display warnings to help the driver reduce the vehicle's speed if a potential frontal collision is detected. If the driver fails to respond, the AEB system can apply the brakes, helping the driver to avoid the collision or reduce the speed of impact if it is unavoidable.

The seven-passenger 2018 Pathfinder is offered in 2-wheel-drive and 4-wheel-drive configurations and a choice of four well-equipped grade levels: S, SV, SL and Platinum.

All Pathfinder models are equipped with a 284-horsepower 3.5-liter V6. The engine's Direct Injection Gasoline™ (DIG) system provides better wide-open throttle performance and emissions performance (versus a non-direct-injection system). Torque is rated at 259 lb-ft.

All 2018 Pathfinder models are equipped with Nissan's third-generation Xtronic transmission. The Xtronic transmission includes D-Step Logic Control, which simulates shifts, giving a more natural acceleration feeling. As in previous years, Pathfinder also features selectable 2WD, Auto or 4WD Lock modes from the available Intelligent 4x4 (I-4x4) 4WD system.

Pathfinder's refined exterior provides a strong sense of adventure character and presence and features Nissan signature design elements such as the "V-Motion" grille and boomerang-shaped headlights with LED daytime running lights. LED headlights are standard on the Pathfinder Platinum grade. Other available exterior features include fog lights, outside rearview mirrors with integrated turn signals and 18-inch and 20-inch aluminum-alloy wheel designs.

An available Motion-Activated liftgate with liftgate position memory is standard on SL and Platinum grades. A simple wave of the foot under the center of the liftgate activates the power opening function.

Pathfinder's stylish, adventure-ready interior includes comfortable seating for seven. As in previous years, every 2018 Pathfinder interior is anchored by Nissan's innovative EZ Flex Seating System™ with LATCH AND GLIDE™, a 2nd row tilt and glide seat that allows easy 3rd row access with a child safety seat still installed.

A wide range of seating and cargo carrying combinations are available with the 2nd row 60/40-split seat with manual slide/recline/fold flat and 3rd row 50/50-split seat with manual recline/flat fold. Cloth seat fabric is standard for S and SV grades, while leather-appointed seating is standard on SL and Platinum models. Heated and Cooled front seats, heated rear seats and heated steering wheel are also available.

Available Pathfinder information technology includes a standard Advanced Drive-Assist^TM Display (ADAD), located in the center of the instrument display between the tachometer and speedometer. The standard 8.0-inch touch-screen monitor, mounted in the middle of the instrument panel, provides intuitive interaction and control of a variety of driver-selectable vehicle systems and settings – including the available NissanConnect^SM Navigation4. Offered as standard equipment on Pathfinder SL and Platinum and optional on the SV grade, the system includes Voice Recognition for navigation, including one-shot voice destination entry, and SiriusXM® Traffic® with three years of complimentary service⁴.

NissanConnect Services powered by SiriusXM®⁴ features automatic collision notification, emergency call and stolen vehicle locator, customizable alerts, dealer service scheduling and maintenance alerts. It comes standard on SL and Platinum grades and optional on SV.

The 2018 Pathfinder's wide range of available convenience features and driving aids also includes standard Bluetooth® Hands-free Phone System, SiriusXM® Satellite Radio³, Tri-Zone Automatic Climate Control, RearView Monitor, and available 13-speaker Bose® Premium Audio system, Mobile Family Entertainment Package with dual headrest 8.0-inch DVD monitors, Nissan Intelligent Key® with programmable settings, Remote Engine Start5, Dual Panorama Moonroof and Easy-Fill Tire Alert.

Advanced Driver Assistance technology includes Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB)¹, Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC)², Intelligent Around View® Monitor (I-AVM)⁶, Blind Spot Warning (BSW)⁷ and Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA)⁸.

Highlights of the 2018 Nissan Pathfinder include:

Body

• Aggressive styling featuring adventure-style character and presence
• Bold front end with signature LED boomerang headlights with LED Daytime Running Lights
• Available LED headlights (Platinum grade)
• Available halogen fog lights
• Nissan signature V-Motion grille design
• Bold hood and front bumper – projecting a wide stance and look
• Detailed, precision taillight and rear bumper design
• Aerodynamic  front chin spoiler and radiator grille
• Front (chin) and rear (roof) spoilers, rear tire deflectors and rear suspension fairing
• 0.326 coefficient of drag
• Open upper cabin with low beltline and thin A- and D-pillars
• Long wheelbase, short front and rear overhangs
• Chrome grille, front and rear door handles and front and rear fascia accents
• Body color bumpers and outside mirrors with integrated turn signals on all grade levels
• Available heated outside mirrors and mirror reverse sync
• Black roof molding, available chrome bodyside molding
• UV-reducing solar glass, rear privacy glass
• Auto on/off headlights with auto hazard system (linked to front wipers with twilight detection) – standard on SV models and above
• Available Dual Panorama Moonroof with one-touch open/close controls (front), manual front sunshade and rear roof glass with power sunshade (standard on Platinum)
• Available Motion-Activated liftgate with liftgate position memory (standard on SL and Platinum grades)
• Standard painted roof rails and available cross bars
• Available Midnight Edition treatment, including black 20-inch Midnight Edition aluminum-alloy wheels, black mirror caps, black spoiler, black roof rails, black grill surround, black front and rear fascia accents, black license plate finisher, black badging, black splash guards, illuminated kick plates, exterior approach lighting, and available Midnight Edition floor mats (SL model)
• Eight available exterior colors: Magnetic Black, Brilliant Silver, Gun Metallic, Pearl White, Glacier White, Caspian Blue and new Scarlet Ember and Midnight Pine

Engine and Driveline

• Standard 3.5-liter DOHC V6 producing 284 horsepower and 259 lb-ft of torque
• Direct Injection Gasoline™ (DIG) system, which provides better wide-open throttle performance and emissions performance (versus a non-direct-injection system) by reducing engine knock, improving combustion stability and offering precise injection control
• 11.0:1 compression ratio
• Aluminum block and heads with mirror bore cylinder coating (reduces weight and friction)
• Microfinished crankshaft and camshaft, resin-coated pistons, Nissan variable Induction Control System (NICS), Continuous Variable Valve Timing Control System (CVTCS)
• Third-generation Xtronic transmission (similar to Nissan Maxima design) with D-Step Logic Control, which simulates shifts, giving a more natural acceleration feeling without holding a high rpm constant, letting rpms build as speed builds; high final gear ratio of 5.250
• Fuel economy⁹ of 20 mpg city, 27 mpg highway and 23 mpg combined for 2WD models; 19 mpg city, 26 mpg highway and 22 mpg combined (21 mpg Platinum) for 4WD models
• Available Intelligent 4x4 (I-4x4) 4WD system with 2WD/AUTO/4WD Lock modes
• Standard 2-wheel or 4-wheel active brake limited slip (ABLS)
• Standard Hill Start Assist (2WD and 4WD) and Hill Descent Control (4WD only)
• Available tow hitch receiver, trailer harness and finisher (standard on Platinum)
• Standard 6,000-lb towing capacity (when properly equipped) (SAE J2807 compliant)
• Standard transmission oil cooler

Suspension, Steering and Braking

• Durable unibody construction
• Stiff front and rear springs for controlled roll and pitch/bounce motion
• Independent strut front suspension with rebound springs and stabilizer bar
• Multi-link rear suspension with stabilizer bar
• Twin tube shock absorbers with dual flow path
• Hydraulic electric speed-sensitive power-assisted steering
• 4-wheel vented disc brakes with Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) with Electronic Brake force Distribution (EBD) and Brake Assist
• Standard 18-inch machined aluminum-alloy wheels with light gun metallic paint finish, 235/65R18 all-season tires
• Available 20-inch machined aluminum-alloy wheels with light gun metallic paint finish, 235/55R20 all-season tires (standard on Platinum)
• Available 20-inch painted aluminum-alloy wheel (SL Premium Package)
• Available 20-inch Midnight Edition aluminum-alloy wheels

Interior Features

• Modern interior design with 7-passenger seating
• 6-way manual driver's seat and manual lumbar support, 4-way manual front passenger seat
• Available 8-way power driver's seat and 2-way power lumbar support, 4-way power front passenger's seat
• Available leather-appointed 1st and 2nd row seating and 1st row power memory seats (SL and Platinum grades)
• Cloth seat materials (S and SV grades)
• Available Heated and Cooled front seats (Platinum grade)
• Standard 2nd row 60/40-split seat with manual slide/recline/fold flat
• Standard 3rd row 50/50-split seat with manual recline/flat fold
• EZ Flex Seating System^TM with 3rd row access from 2nd row walk-in function and LATCH AND GLIDE™ child safety seat slide functionality (on passenger side seat)
• Advanced Drive-Assist^TM Display (ADAD) with infotainment and driver assistance displays
• 8.0-inch color touch-screen monitor with WVGA display standard on all models
• Available heated steering wheel (standard on SL and Platinum models)
• Available NissanConnect Navigation including three years of SiriusXM® Traffic® service⁴  (standard on SL and Platinum models)
• Available NissanConnect Services powered by SiriusXM®⁴ (standard on SL and Platinum models)
• SiriusXM® Travel Link with three years of complimentary service⁴
• Standard Streaming audio via Bluetooth®
• Available Nissan Intelligent Key® with programmable settings
• Standard Push Button Ignition
• Standard Bluetooth® Hands-free Phone System
• Available 13-speaker Bose® audio system with Acoustic Waveguide Subwoofer 
• Standard SiriusXM® Satellite Radio³
• Power windows with driver/front passenger one-touch auto up/down with auto-reverse (driver's side auto down only on S)
• Tri-Zone Automatic Climate Control, rear air conditioning
• Available HomeLink® Universal Transceiver
• Available Intelligent Around View® Monitor (I-AVM)⁶
• Available Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC)³
• Available dual head restraint-mounted DVD video entertainment system
• Available wood-toned interior trim accents (Platinum grade)
• Available metallic finish interior trim accents (SL grade)
• Large center console
• Storage compartment under cargo floor, cargo area light
• Available Remote Engine Start⁵ (standard on SV, SL and Platinum models)
• Standard Rear Door Alert (RDA)² system
• Two available interior colors – Charcoal and Almond (with contrasting black/beige materials) – with enhanced contrast and deeper color tones

Safety and Security

• Nissan Advanced Air Bag System (includes dual-stage front supplemental air bags with seat belt sensors and an occupant classification sensor)
• 3-point seat belts with pretensioners and load limiters
• Standard supplemental front seat-mounted side-impact air bags
• Standard roof-mounted supplemental curtain air bags for side-impact and rollover head protection for outboard passengers in all three rows (includes rollover sensor)
• 3-point seat belts for rear seat occupants, including 2nd row center position
• Standard Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) and Traction Control System (TCS)
• LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) – 2nd row outboard seating positions only
• Child safety rear door locks
• Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) with standard Easy-Fill Tire Alert, available independent tire pressure monitoring (SV and above)
• Available Blind Spot Warning (BSW)⁷
• Available Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA)⁸
• Standard Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB)¹

Models and Manufacturing

• Available in 4WD and 2WD drive configurations and in four models: S, SV, SL and Platinum  
• Assembled by Nissan North America manufacturing Smyrna & Decherd, Tennessee plants

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<sup>1. AEB cannot prevent accidents due to carelessness or dangerous driving techniques. It may not provide warning or braking in certain conditions. Speed limitations apply.
2. Rear Door Alert is intended to remind people to check the back seats of their vehicle under certain circumstances.  It cannot prevent accidents caused by inattention or carelessness.
3. ICC is not a collision avoidance system or warning device. Designed to use limited braking. Failure to apply the brakes could result in an accident.
4. SiriusXM® subscription required, sold separately (after applicable introductory period).
5. State laws may apply; review local laws before using.
6. I-AVM cannot completely eliminate blind spots and may not detect every object. MOD operates at vehicle speeds below 5 mph. Always check surroundings and turn to look behind you before moving vehicle.
7. Not a substitute for proper lane change procedures. The system will not prevent contact with other vehicles or accidents. It may not detect every vehicle or object around you.
8. Not a substitute for proper backing procedures. May not detect all moving vehicles. Speed and other limitations apply. See Owner's Manual for details
9. CITY, HIGHWAY and COMBINED: 2018 EPA Fuel Economy 20 mpg city, 27 mpg highway and 23 mpg combined for 2WD models; 19 mpg city, 26 mpg highway and 22 mpg combined (21 mpg Platinum) for 4WD models Actual mileage may vary with driving conditions – use for comparison only</sup>

Effective Date: August 2, 2018

(1) Manufacturer's Suggested List Price:  Dealer sets actual price. Prices and specifications are subject to change without notice. 
Excludes tax, title, license, and destination charges. Destination and handling $995.

Mechanical

Exterior

Interior

Safety and Security

Dimensions

S – Standard
O – Optional
A - Accessory 

<sup>1. SiriusXM® subscription required, sold separately (after applicable introductory period).
2. State laws may apply; review local laws before using.
3. Rear Door Alert is intended to remind people to check the back seats of their vehicle under certain circumstances.  It cannot prevent accidents caused by inattention or carelessness.</sup>

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QUICK TAKE:

• 2018 Pathfinder turns up the adventure quotient with new innovative technologies and features
• Rear Door Alert¹ system can help remind customers of anything that may be forgotten in the rear seat – pets, valuables, dry cleaning, groceries and more
• Midnight Edition package features exclusive black 20-inch Midnight Edition aluminum-alloy wheels, black mirror caps, black spoiler and more

Pathfinder, one of Nissan's best known and most popular nameplates in its nearly 60-year history in the United States, was extensively revised just last model year – with more adventure capability, a freshened exterior look and enhanced safety, technology, performance and style.

For 2018, Pathfinder adds additional new features, including standard Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB), an enhanced Midnight Edition appearance package and an innovative Rear Door Alert (RDA)¹ system. Other changes for the new model year include two new colors – Scarlet Ember and Midnight Pine – standard Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC) and NissanConnectSM with Navigation and Services on Pathfinder SL grade (previously standard only on Platinum grade), additional four USB ports (six total) and revised option package naming and content.

The Rear Door Alert¹ system can help remind customers of items that may be forgotten in the rear seat – pets, valuables, dry cleaning, groceries and more. If the system detects that a rear door is opened prior to driving, and the customer does not open a rear door again at the end of the trip, the system can remind customers that something might be left in the rear seat. RDA is designed to be simple, unobtrusive and can be easily turned on or off as needed.

The new Pathfinder Midnight Edition, which was first introduced late in the 2017 model year on the exclusive Platinum grade, has now moved to the more popular SL model. It features exclusive black 20-inch Midnight Edition aluminum-alloy wheels, black mirror caps, black spoiler, black roof rails, black grill surround, black front and rear fascia accents, black license plate finisher, black badging, black splash guards, illuminated kick plates, exterior approach lighting and available Midnight Edition floor mats. It is offered in a choice of Pearl White, Gun Metallic and Magnetic Black.

Models: S 2WD, SV 2WD, SL 2WD, Platinum 2WD, S 4WD, SV 4WD, SL 4WD, Platinum 4WD
Powertrain: 284-horsepower 3.5-liter DOHC 24-valve V6, Xtronic transmission
Suspension: Independent strut front with stabilizer bar, multi-link rear with stabilizer bar
Fuel Economy: 20/27/23 mpg city/highway/combined 2WD (estimated)
19/26/22 mpg city/highway/combined 4WD (estimated)

Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Prices (MSRP)³ for the 2018 Nissan Pathfinder:

Destination and Handling $975.

1. Rear Door Alert is intended to remind people to check the back seats of their vehicle under certain circumstances.  See Owners' Manual for system limitations.
2. SiriusXM® subscription required, sold separately (after applicable introductory period)..
3. MSRP excludes applicable tax, title, license fees and destination charges.  Dealer sets actual price.  Prices and specs are subject to change without notice. Destination and handling $975.