Just got out at lunch to test drive the new Pathfinder. Salesman brought the keys out and the first thing I did was lift the hood! I am getting pretty excited! We checked out the rest of the Pathy, interesting rear cargo/3rd seat area, nice finish look, plush for sure.

We took it for a quick spin. Much more torque than the X, of course. Drove like a car and felt pretty good. I like how they designed the dash, including well placed 12volt outlets.

The front end looks really nice in person. I did not like the tail gate, either too low or just minivanish.

The undercarriage is nice, clean and plenty of clearance. This is the type of vehicle that will get you to the slopes, but that's about it.

From a distance however, the Pathy looks a lot smaller in person that in the marketing photos (I guess that means well taken photos!) It is definately a smaller vehicle than expected.

Can't wait for the '05 X... sign me up if it is going to be up to par with the new Pathy! (Minus the leather, heated seats, blah blah.) Night Armor, Offroad, Auto! Same 270hp 29lbft engine please!!!