The 50/50 split 3rd row seat folds down into the floor, allowing complete passenger/cargo use spontaneity, and the adjustable head restraints (2nd and 3rd rows) do not need to be removed to fold down the seats. The back side of the 3rd row seatbacks combines with an available easy-to-clean luggage area flooring and a total of eight cargo area utility hooks (floor hooks can carry up to 110 pounds) to create an extremely versatile area for hauling camping equipment, bikes, wetsuits and other gear. Another unique feature of the Pathfinder's interior is the hidden storage area located under the 2nd row seats, one of many areas designed to help hold the accessories of an active lifestyle.

A long list of available comfort and convenience features continues Pathfinder's longstanding reputation for attention to driver and passenger needs. Standard equipment on 2007 Pathfinder includes power windows with driver and front passenger auto-up/down and safety reverse, power door locks, tilt steering wheel, dual front and rear 20-ounce cup holders, four 12-volt DC outlets (two front, one rear and one in the center console box), 8-way adjustable driver's seat and overhead console with sunglass storage.

Other available features on 2007 Pathfinder include a first aid kit, dual-zone automatic temperature control, rear air conditioning, adjustable pedals, leather-appointed 1st and 2nd row seats, power sunroof, HomeLink Universal Transceiver, Bose audio system with eight speakers and subwoofer, mp3 CD playback capability, power-adjustable driver's and front passenger's seats with driver memory package, leather-appointed steering wheel, wood grain trim, navigation system and DVD entertainment system.

"2007 Pathfinder's interior offers both function and room for cargo and passengers," said Bosley. "It's a great space and great facilitator for family adventures or personal pursuits."


A Foundation For Go-Anywhere Explorations

Like the full-size Armada, the 2007 Pathfinder combines rugged body-on-frame construction with the superior ride and handling characteristics of 4-wheel independent double-wishbone suspension.

Utilizing the Armada's "F-Alpha" platform as a basis, 2007 Pathfinder builds from a fully boxed, all-steel ladder frame and adds an all-steel double-wishbone front suspension with coil-over shocks and stabilizer bar. In the rear, an independent rear double-wishbone suspension design with the coils located on the toe control link (offset spring and shock) with stabilizer bar improves ride quality and optimizes handling, especially on rough road terrain. Rancho performance shocks are offered as standard equipment on the SE Off-Road model.

Powering 2007 Pathfinder is a standard 4.0-liter DOHC V6, rated at 266 horsepower and 288 lb-ft torque. The engine is part of Nissan's award-winning VQ engine series found in the 350Z, Maxima, Altima, Murano and Quest. The engine features a longer stroke than the 3.5-liter version (92.0 mm versus 81.4 mm) and has been specifically tuned for SUV and truck applications.

Like others in the VQ series, the 4.0-liter version includes such advanced design features as Electronic Throttle Control with secondary mapping in 4LO (4x4 models), Continuous Valve Timing Control (C-VTC), Nissan variable Induction Control System (NICS), silent timing chain, microfinished camshaft and crankshaft surfaces, molybdenum-coated pistons, resin intake manifold, digital knock control system, high capacity muffler, lightweight aluminum block and platinum-tipped sparkplugs.

Every 2007 Pathfinder is equipped with a standard electronically controlled 5-speed automatic transmission. The transmission features a "super wide" gear ratio for acceleration performance, while a Direct Control System helps provide smooth shift quality.

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