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12 Thursday July 20 2023 Incorporating best motorbuys www.drivesouth.co.nz Substantial overhaul for Nissan Pathfinder ARMED WITH a raft of improvements and a lot more style, the latest iteration of the Nissan Pathfinder should find the road to success smoother than its underwhelming predecessor. It borrows some bits from the old model, including the same 3.5-litre petrol V6, but has had an emphatic styling overhaul to make a telling and compelling difference. This Pathfinder demands attention with its strong, muscular appearance, shorter front overhang, slimmer pillars, C-shaped LED headlights and a “floating” roofline. Seven drive and terrain settings are available for the all-wheel drive system. A new innovation is Pro-PILOT featuring semi-autonomous driving. Safety is nailed in one, thanks to nine airbags, including curtain Motoring with Bob Nettleton bags spanning all three rows of seats. Towing of braked trailers up to 2700kg is made safer and easier with a two-mode on-board trailer-stability programme. Sold here initially in 2022 as a three model line-up, Nissan NZ didn’t wait long to hit the delete button on the entry-level ST. Instead, they’ve opted for a two high-spec line-up starting with the $83,490 Ti. The lavishly appointed Ti-L I road tested is the ‘cherry on the cake’ model. The engine’s maximum power of 202kw is about the same as the old model, while the 340Nm of torque is under done in an SUV of this size and weight. Consequently, low-speed pulling power suffers and isn’t as strong as it needs to be to cope with long punishing hill climbs under load. This leads to the transmission hunting between gears in search of more power to keep the vehicle moving along at a respectable clip. At times, all nine gears the transmission has at its disposal need to be called into play to do their bit. A large and welcoming cabin looks and feels the real large upmarket SUV deal. Comfort is assured regardless of what the weather is doing. Making this happen is the excellent tri-zone climate controlled air-conditioning with air vents all the way through to the back row of seats. Rear sunshades do a good job of reducing heat and glare. A huge 10.8-inch Head Up Display is standard, projecting key information, including turnby-turn satellite navigation, to keep the driver focused on the road ahead. An upgraded infotainment system has integrated wireless Apple CarPlay and wired Android Auto, four USB charging points plus two 12-volt outlets. There’s a comprehensive safety package from Nissan’s Intelligent Mobility Suite. Included is a rearview camera, an Advanced Drive-Assist instrument cluster and LED dusk-sensing headlights with high-beam assist. A well-sorted double wishbone front suspension and an independent multi-link rear end with coils, brings a fair degree of handling composure to the road holding table. However, the Pathfinder’s sheer size and 2000- plus kg kerb weight compromises the vehicle’s handling at its outer extremities. This comes to the fore when driving on tight, twisty terrain, which we have an abundance of on our roads. The vehicle’s handling limitations aren’t helped by light steering. To my mind, the latest Ford Everest is the road-holding benchmark model for our large SUV market. Because it’s based on the latest Ford Ranger ute, it has genuine go anywhere off-road capabilities that are superior to the Pathfinder. It’s okay on ski-field access roads and that type of driving, but little more with its average ground clearance. Rating out of 10: Performance 7; Handling 6; Build Quality 7; Comfort 7; Space 8; Test consumption 12.9L/100km; Value for money 6; Safety – 5-star ANCAP crash rating. Overall points out of 10: 8 Vaughan pirie owner operator 027 565 5577 vpbaeries@gmail.com www.vpbaeries.co.nz moBiLe, We Come to You! Working for a greener future LOCALLY OWNED & OPERATED DRIVE THE TREND Rejects 99% of UV Deep black colour tint Lifetime Nationwide Warranty* *Warranty terms, conditions and exclusions apply. 40 Buchan Street, Christchurch • (03) 377 7717 Calling all van lovers, 4wd junkies & ute enthusiasts! RangioRa SupeRSite Coming Soon! open SatuRDaYS 8am - 12pm 68 Falsgrave Street, Woolston, Christchurch email: parts@nzvanspares.co.nz phone: 03 379 3932 / 0508 698 267 www.nzvanspares.co.nz www.hiluxspares.co.nz From $99.00 Japan to NZ FM Radio / GPS Map Update Apple Carplay / Android Auto Retrofit Christchurch - Auckland - Hamilton 38 Buchan Street, Sydenham email: sales@audiocity.co.nz www.audiocity.co.nz | 03 420 2464 $$ CAR REMOVALS - CASH PAID $$ CARS, VANS, UTES & 4X4 WANTED, NZ OWNED & OPERATED FOR 24 YEARS We use world class vehicle depollution systems 0800 77 80 80 www.pickapart.co.nz
Thursday July 20 2023 13 Finance available (conditions apply) CARS WANTED – CASH PAID We buy small Japanese vehicles - Must be tidy low KMS 2016 toyota corolla GX SEDaN $10,995 1.8L, auto, NZ new, 175,000kms, nice unit. 2016 toyota corolla GlX 5/HatcH $11,995 1.8L, auto, alloys, back camera, 194,000kms. 2012 HyuNDai i30 S/w $8,995 NZ new, 1600cc, auto, 133,000kms, alloys. 2012 toyota aqua $10,995 1.5L, hybrid, 64,000kms, alloys, back camera. 2013 toyota priuS 5/HatcH HybriD $9,995 1.8L auto, hybrid, 156,000kms. low KMS 2007 SuzuKi SX-4 5/HatcH $8,995 1.5L, auto, 2WD, low 89,000kms. 2012 NiSSaN tiiDa 5/HatcH $6,995 15.L, auto, 160,000kms. 2015 toyota corolla GlX 5/HatcH $12,995 NZ new, 1.8L, auto, 178,000kms, alloys. 2012 NiSSaN tiiDa 5/HatcH $7,995 1.5L, auto, 109,000kms, mech sound. 2012 NiSSaN latio 4 Door $5,995 1.5L, auto, 163,000kms, drives fine. low KMS 2011 NiSSaN latio 4 Door $6,995 1.5L, auto, 122,000kms. 2013 NiSSaN latio 4 Door $6,995 1.5L, auto, 132,000kms, sound car. 2011 toyota corolla GX 5/HatcH $8,995 1.8L, auto, NZ new, 168,000kms, arriving. 2015 toyota yariS 5/HatcH $13,995 1.3L, auto, NZ new, low 56,000kms. 2005 NiSSaN aD vaN 5/Sw $2,995 1.5L, auto, 274,000kms, new WOF. - 281 Ferry Road - 03 389 1121 - dougdrake@xtra.co.nz www.dougdrake.co.nz Your LoCAL TYrE SPECIALIST New & Quality Used Second-hand Tyres Alloy Wheels Replacement Rims Puncture Repairs 8c Birmingham Drive, Middleton www.jcmdirect.co.nz 343 0099 or 027 22 63 805 Proud to support Hornby Hockey Club
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