I still love the look and performance of this SUV. Pathfinders got really big and bulky - and ugly - soon after this model year. I always had Nissan pickup trucks before but have learned to enjoy the luxury of the SUV. Still lots of utility in this one.

I moved house twice with this vehicle and routinely cart around my dogs and all kinds of gear. Amazing how much this SUV holds. It's a nice balance of sleekness and boxiness - makes for maximum capacity.

The best part is total control: true 4 low,5-speed manual. Solid handling, plenty of power for my needs, and the ability to take on any road - and off road - conditions. I live in the mountains, lots of snow, lots of backcountry. There's been nothing that has phased this truck. This isn't a wanna-be SUV, this is the real thing.

I used it for a commuter vehicle for a couple of years and the gas consumption was hard to take. I wound up moving closer to work rather than getting rid of the vehicle.

I bought this car at 4 years old with 130,000 km. Now at 250,000km. Trouble spots have been:
- exhaust system : 2x total replacements and many bits and pieces
- replaced clutch at 200,000
- air conditioning has slow leak, costs $300 every 2 years
- oxygen sensor, chronic problem for last 100,000 km
- corrosion issues: replaced fuel tank (!), partial brake lines, shocks, rust on drivers side, running boards rusted out
- tie rod ends fell apart at about 170,000. Cheap to fix but scary breakdown.
- back wiper motor not working - fix would have been $500

Corrosion is the worst thing. Stay away from Calgary in the winter - even a single week will eat your car.

Tried to keep it going to 300,000 km but getting too expensive to maintain. Will make someone a great bush truck at this point. Very sad to say goodbye.