Nissan has chosen
Paris to show a variety of new vehicles. On sale in March 2005, the Pathfinder is the latest SUV in its line-up. Powered by a 2.5-litre turbodiesel engine, driving through all four wheels, the Pathfinder features a roomy interior with three rows of seats that can be arranged into 64 different configurations. One of these is all flat allowing a huge load space.
The Murano is an intriguing offering featuring a sports car style body on an elevated chassis powered by a version of the same V6 as the 350Z through a CVT 'box that can be used as a 6-speed manual. I think you'll agree that that is a unique combination of ingredients. It has been on sale in the States for a year and has been a huge hit and now, following myriad changes, will go on sale in Europe. Also on show are a revised Primera and Patrol, along with the
350Z Roadster of course.
We'll bring more detail back from Paris, and we'll be driving the cars next year. Watch out for the reviews on the main
Road Tests page.
Dave Jenkins - 31 Aug 2004