A diverse lineup includes the hot-selling Altima, quirky Cube, and rugged Pathfinder.

Nissan Pathfinder

Better suited to off-roading and truck-like duties than everyday family fare, the 7-passenger Pathfinder lags behind the midsize SUV competition. However, it can tow up to 8,000 lbs. with the optional 310-hp V8, and both it and the V6 engine are admirably powerful. The interior is well-appointed and many entry-level luxury amenities are available, but the second- and third-row seats are tight. Fuel economy is near the bottom of the pack. Options packages have been rearranged and an SE Off Road trim level is eliminated from the Pathfinder for 2010.

MSRP: $27,440 – $42,160
Base Engine: 4.0-liter V6 with 266 hp
Base EPA mpg: 15 city/22 hwy/18 cmb
Competition: Toyota 4Runner, Honda Pilot, Ford Explorer

Model Highlights
Rear-wheel drive or four-wheel drive
Standard front skid plate
Available hard-drive navigation system with real-time traffic
Good crash safety scores

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