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2007 Nissan Pathfinder SUV SE 4dr SUV 4WD (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
Excellent all around vehicle
 Life's about tradeoffs and this vehicles strikes a great balance for me. I don't want a minvan, and I have four kids.  I want a rugged car, but  also one the has class to it.  I can configure the seats to be as useful as a minvan.  As long as I am not carrying 7 adults around continuously (I never have) the seating is adequate.  Does not have a V8 but who needs one with the powerful V6?  It can tow on par with a full size truck.  Road handling is much more secure than any minivan I have driven and much more smooth than any truck I have driven.  It feels sturdy, safe and secure.  2WD/4WD, rear winshield wiper, sure-footedness adds to security to face adverse conditions.