2012 Nissan Pathfinder SV 2WD
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All photo credits
- Photo: 2010 Nissan Pathfinder Tekna DCi 188 2.5 Front by Vauxford, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2012 Nissan Pathfinder S in Super Black Metallic, Front Right, 04-03-2022 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Nissan Pathfinder Swedish Rescuers by Bene Riobó, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Nissan Pathfinder side 20070518 by Rudolf Stricker, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2010 Nissan Pathfinder Tekna DCi 188 2.5 Rear by Vauxford, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 2012 Nissan Pathfinder SV 2WD is a 266-hp 4.0-liter V6 SUV with a 5-speed automatic and rear-wheel drive. It starts at $32,640 MSRP and is rated at 17 mpg combined.
It makes 266 horsepower at 5,600 rpm and 288 lb-ft of torque at 4000 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 15 mpg city and 22 mpg highway (17 mpg combined).
The Pathfinder measures 192.3 inches long on a 112.2-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 4,572 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | SUV |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $32,640 ($46,202 *) |
| MSRP with Destination | $33,465 ($47,370 *) |
| Destination Charge | $825 |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 4.0L V6 (VQ40DE), naturally aspirated |
| Displacement | 4 L |
| Horsepower | 266 hp @ 5,600 rpm |
| Torque | 288 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm |
| Valvetrain | DOHC, 4 valves/cylinder, silent two-stage timing chain |
| Bore and Stroke | 95.5 x 92 |
| Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 |
| Injection Type | Naturally aspirated, Nissan Variable Induction System |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | RWD |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 5-speed automatic |
| 1st Gear | 3.841 |
| 2nd Gear | 2.352 |
| 3rd Gear | 1.529 |
| 4th Gear | 1 |
| 5th Gear | 0.839 |
| Reverse | 2.764 |
| Final Drive | 3.133 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 15 MPG |
| Highway | 22 MPG |
| Combined | 17 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Premium |
| Tank Capacity | 21.1 gal |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | Independent double-wishbone with coil-over shocks |
| Rear Suspension | Independent double-wishbone with coil-on toe-control link |
| Front Stabilizer Bar | 33 mm |
| Rear Stabilizer Bar | 25.4 mm |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | Vented disc, 11.65 in x 1.10 in |
| Rear Brake Disc | Vented disc, 12.12 in x 0.70 in |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 17-inch aluminum-alloy |
| Wheels Rear | 17-inch aluminum-alloy |
| Tires Front | P265/65R17 |
| Tires Rear | P265/65R17 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 192.3 in |
| Width | 72.8 in |
| Height | 72 in |
| Wheelbase | 112.2 in |
| Front Track | 61.8 in |
| Rear Track | 61.8 in |
| Ground Clearance | 8.6 in |
| Cargo Volume | 16.5 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 4,572 lbs |
| Weight Distribution (F/R) | 50% / 50% |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 39.1 in |
| Headroom Rear | 38.9 in |
| Legroom Front | 42.4 in |
| Legroom Rear | 34.2 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 58.3 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 58.4 in |
| Hip Room Front | 55.5 in |
| Hip Room Rear | 57.6 in |
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Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
| Overall | Not rated |
| Frontal crash | Not rated |
| Side crash | Not rated |
| Rollover | ★★★★★ (23.7 % risk) |
Other tested variants (1)
- 2012 Nissan Pathfinder SUV 4WD: overall not rated
Recalls
2 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2012 Nissan PATHFINDER. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Sep 20, 2012 · SUSPENSION:FRONT:HUB
Nissan is recalling certain model year 2012 Frontier, Pathfinder, and Xterra two-wheel drive vehicles manufactured from June 19, 2012, through July 12, 2012. These vehicles may have been equipped with front wheel hubs that may not meet the design hardness specifications. A wheel hub that was manufactured below hardness specification may wear prematurely and eventually crack.
Consequence: If the vehicle is driven in this condition, the wheel hub may break, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
Remedy: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replaced the left and right side front wheel hub assemblies free of charge. The safety recall began on October 22, 2012. Owners may contact Nissan Customer Service at 1-800-647-7261.
NHTSA campaign 12V462000
Dec 19, 2011 · ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
NISSAN IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 INFINITI FX, MODEL YEAR 2012 INFINITI M, MODEL YEAR 2011-2012 NISSAN FRONTIER, MODEL YEAR 2011-2012 NISSAN XTERRA, MODEL YEAR 2011-2012 NISSAN PATHFINDER, AND MODEL YEAR 2012 NISSAN NV VEHICLES. SOME OF THE BOLTS THAT CONNECT THE ENGINE OIL COOLER AND THE ENGINE OIL FILTER TO THE ENGINE IN THESE VEHICLES MAY HAVE BEEN MANUFACTURED TO BELOW SPECIFICATION STRENGTH. AS A RESULT, THE BOLT MAY BREAK AT THE OIL FILTER ATTACHMENT POINT AND CAN CAUSE AN ENGINE OIL LEAK.
Consequence: IF THERE IS AN ENGINE OIL LEAK, THE ENGINE OIL PRESSURE WOULD DROP AND THE ENGINE COULD SEIZE, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy: NISSAN WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE CONNECTOR BOLTS FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JANUARY 30, 2012. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261.
NHTSA campaign 11V592000
23 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2012 Nissan PATHFINDER
Owner Complaints
23 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2012 Nissan PATHFINDER (2 mention a crash, 1 a fire, 1 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Engine | 5 |
| Suspension | 5 |
| Unknown Or Other | 5 |
| Air Bags | 4 |
| Electrical System | 3 |
| Power Train | 2 |
Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2012 NISSAN PATHFINDER. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.