Nissan Pathfinder II 3.5 i V6 24V SE (253 hp) 4WD

Gasoline engine with 253 hp (186 kW) and 240 lb-ft (325 Nm), built 2001–2004, SUV body, all-wheel drive (4x4). It is the most powerful gasoline version of the generation.

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Power253 hp (186 kW)
Torque240 lb-ft (325 Nm)
0–62 mph8.8 s
Top speed110 mph (177 km/h)
FuelGasoline

Specifications

Engine

Engine version3.5 i V6 24V SE (253 hp) 4WD
Displacement3.5 L (3,498 cm³)
Cylinders6
Cylinder layoutV-engine
Engine positionFront, Longitudinal
Valves per cylinder4
ValvetrainDOHC
Fuel systemMulti-point indirect injection
Compression ratio10
Bore95.5 mm
Stroke81.4 mm

Performance

Power253 hp (186 kW) @ 6000 rpm
Torque240 lb-ft (325 Nm) @ 3200 rpm
0–62 mph (0–100 km/h)8.8 s
Top speed110 mph (177 km/h)

Fuel economy and emissions

FuelGasoline
City18 mpg (13.1 l/100 km)
Fuel tank21.1 gal (80 l)

Body, dimensions and weight

Body styleSUV
Doors5
Length182.7 in (4,640 mm)
Width71.7 in (1,820 mm)
Height70.9 in (1,800 mm)
Curb weight4,189 lb (1,900 kg)
Gross vehicle weight5,300 lb (2,404 kg)
Cargo volume38.0 cu ft (1076 l)

Drivetrain and chassis

DriveAll-wheel drive (4x4)
Gears5
SteeringHydraulic power steering
Front suspensionCoil spring
Rear suspensionCoil spring
Tires245/65 R17
Driver assistanceABS (Anti-lock braking system)

What to check on a Nissan Pathfinder with this engine

  • On a gasoline engine, check the oil consumption, the timing chain or belt and, on turbo engines, the turbocharger.
  • All-wheel drive needs fresh fluid in the differentials and the coupling: ask for the service records.
  • Compare the odometer with the readings in the service records and in the VIN history report: a big gap means the mileage was rolled back.

Other Nissan Pathfinder II engines

EngineFuelPowerCombined
3.3 V6 (170 hp) 4WDGasoline170 hp (125 kW)
2.7 TD (131 hp) 4WDDiesel131 hp (96 kW)
3.2 TD (150 hp) 4WDDiesel150 hp (110 kW)
3.5 i V6 24V (220 hp) 4WDGasoline220 hp (162 kW)
3.5 i V6 24V LE (243 hp) 4WDGasoline243 hp (179 kW)

← All Nissan Pathfinder II engines

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