Strengthening its SUV dominance in the Middle East, Nissan has announced the regional launch of a bold and versatile Nissan Pathfinder 2022.
During the first nine months of 2021, Nissan saw an increase of 10% in sales in the Gulf last year and popular off-roader returns to keep this run going with a complete redesign and a host of mechanical and technological upgrades to cater to the growing needs of families in the region.
The fifth-generation Pathfinder fuses traditional with modern touches and emphasises its “bold design through a unique mix of elements and a strong identity”. While the sillouhette of the car is more evolution than revolution in terms of design, welcome touches such as the elegant C-shaped LED lights, do mark an upgrade even if sports a familiar-looking 3-slot grille and fender design
The appeal of the 2022 model is largely what is in offer rather than what catches the eye. The brand’s popular SUV line-up has been enhanced since the introduction of the suite of features such as industry leading technologies including ProPILOT and Nissan Safety Shield 360. The all-new Nissan Pathfinder 2022 also features a two-tone paint scheme for the first time ever on the range and an all-new 9-speed automatic gearbox that offers 30% better acceleration than the outgoing model.
The interior of the adventure-ready Pathfinder features refined materials and a robust, open design. Driver and passengers are greeted with a modern, spacious environment that enhances comfort and versatility with heated and ventilated front seats, available 8-way power driver’s seat including 4-way power lumbar support and available 2-way power front passenger seat. Seating flexibility has been enhanced with standard 8-person capacity or, for the first time on the Pathfinder, premium second-row captain’s chairs for a 7-person capacity (available in the SL grade). The second-row bench seats now offers EZ FLEX one-touch release fold/slide with push button activation from both front and rear sides of the seats, making life easier for parents and backseat passengers alike.
The SUV’s cargo area has also increased, with a new easy-to-clean luggage box offering additional 54.4 liters of under-cargo storage. This is accompanied by a large center console storage box for tablets, laptops, and smartphones, in addition to a console pass-through area that adds an additional 13.4-liters of storage. Long trips will also be a breeze with a total of 16 (!!) beverage holders, five USB ports, a new storage shelf above the glove compartment, and standard Tri-Zone Automatic Temperature Control with second row climate control and rear roof vents.
The all-new Nissan Pathfinder 2022 offers the latest Nissan Intelligent Mobility (NIM) technologies including ProPILOT which eases driver workload by reducing the amount of acceleration, steering, and braking input under certain driving conditions, such as single-lane highway driving. The the optional Nissan Safety Shield 360, offers protection through Automatic Emergency Braking with Pedestrian Detection, Blind Spot intervention, Rear Cross Traffic Alert, Lane Departure intervention, High Beam Assist, and Intelligent Forward Collision Warning.
