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When the original Nissan Pathfinder was introduced in 1986, it essentially created a new class of sport utility vehicle – authentic, rugged yet civilized enough for everyday use and family adventures. Now, 25 years later, Pathfinder remains in a class of its own – still authentic, still offering first-class style and surroundings and still a great value.

Nissan is celebrating the milestone with the introduction of a new 2011 Pathfinder Silver Edition model, which comes complete with special features and equipment including 17-inch machine-finished aluminum-alloy wheels, body-color side moldings with chrome inserts, Bose® audio system with CD6 and 10 speakers, XM® Satellite Radio (XM® subscription required, sold separately), Bluetooth® Hands-free Phone System, Nissan Intelligent Key™, 4-way power front passenger seat, heated front seats, heated outside mirrors, leather-appointed interior and Silver Edition badging. The Silver Edition is offered with V6 engine, 5-speed automatic transmission and a choice of 4×2 or 4×4.

In addition to the new Silver Edition, the 2011 Nissan Pathfinder is available in four other models: Pathfinder S V6 (4×2 and 4×4), Pathfinder SE V6 (4×2 and 4×4), Pathfinder LE V6 (4×2 and 4×4) and Pathfinder LE V8 (4×4 only).

Pathfinder’s 5.6-liter DOHC V8 engine is rated at 310 horsepower and 388 lb-ft of torque, which helps it to achieve 7,000 lbs of maximum towing capacity. Pathfinder’s proven 4.0-liter V6 offers 266 horsepower and 288 lb-ft of torque. All Pathfinders continue to be built on a high-strength, fully boxed, all-steel frame based on the full-size Nissan Armada SUV.

Unlike the original 1986 model, Pathfinder now offers three-row seating for seven. The refined interior offers a range of amenities, including available leather-appointed seating, heated steering wheel, Nissan Intelligent Key™ with twist start, Nissan Navigation System with 9.3GB Music Box® Hard Drive, Bluetooth® Hands-free Phone System, XM® Satellite Radio (XM® subscription required, sold separately) and RearView Monitor.

The 2011 Nissan Pathfinder is scheduled to go on sale in September 2010.

Revisions for 2011 include:

New Pathfinder Silver Edition model, celebrating Pathfinder’s 25th anniversary Silver Edition includes unique equipment, including leather-appointed interior, 17-inch machine-finished aluminum-alloy wheels, heated front seats, heated outside mirrors and Silver Edition badging Pathfinder SV model replaces previous Pathfinder SE One new exterior color: Espresso Black

2010-2011 Nissan Pathfinder – Hi-res. Images