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If you've been thinking about getting behind the wheel of a new Nissan, now is a great time to take advantage of the monthly specials we're running right now at our Ames dealership. Our dealership, conveniently located at 2901 South Duff Ave in Ames, IA, is offering exciting leasing and low-APR deals on the latest Nissan models. Get prequalified today and see if there's a leasing offer or financing special that makes sense for the new Nissan car, truck, or SUV you're buying in the Des Moines and Boone, IA area.

Finding a family car in the greater Ames area can be a challenge, but the team at Parents Magazine just made the task a lot easier. Its editors recently rated the new Nissan Pathfinder and Nissan Maxima as the best family cars in their respective classes for the third year running, making them compelling options for families all over the Ames area.

The Nissan Pathfinder has always been a popular SUV for families, but it's getting a serious upgrade for its 2023 model year. With the new Rock Creek trim, the new 2023 Nissan Pathfinder is ideal for drivers who want to take their adventures to more rugged environments.

If you've been following our blog of late, you've no doubt heard about how the new Nissan Frontier has been picking up accolades left and right. And we're happy to report that in the recent Miami Auto Show, both the Nissan Frontier and Nissan Pathfinder earned some high honors for the brand portfolio.

If you're looking for a n SUV that affords you a serious upgrade on interior space, you'll want to look into the new 2022 Nissan Pathfinder. Set to debut in the near future at our Ames, IA dealership, the 2022 Nissan Pathfinder is more spacious, more sophisticated, and a more compelling option than ever before drivers throughout Iowa.

Has the Nissan Pathfinder caught your attention? At Lithia Nissan of Ames, our car experts think this is an exceptional seven-passenger SUV because drivers get ample performance under the hood. Want to find out more? Let's explore the Pathfinder's performance features.

The engine that powers the Pathfinder is a 3.5L direct injection gasoline V6 engine, which gives you plenty of power, efficiency, and quick acceleration. This engine delivers 284 horsepower and 259 pound-feet of torque, and you get an impressive towing capacity of 6,000 pounds with this engine. 

One of the most popular seven-passenger SUVs out there, the Nissan Pathfinder includes much more interior space, can transport large amounts of cargo (be it people or objects), and can navigate through terrain that other vehicles would not be able to. It also comes with some features that could determine whether or not this vehicle is the right one for you.

There are a few different selectable drive modes that the Nissan Pathfinder provides. For maximum efficiency, choose the full-time 2WD mode. Need conditions monitored and power balanced? Select the Auto Mode. 

Originally introduced in 1990, the Nissan Pathfinder maintains its place as a popular seven-passenger SUV. Nissan continues to provide new technology, such as the many available performance features. Among them are the 3.5L engine and the Intelligent 4 X 4.

The Nissan Pathfinder’s 3.5L Direct Injection Gas V6 engine is available with an impressive 284 horsepower and 259 pound-feet of torque. That’s more than enough power to tow an extra 6,000 pounds while providing seven passengers a comfortable ride with plenty of room for cargo. 

The 2018 Nissan Pathfinder is one of the top SUVs in its class. The new Nissan lineup is jam-packed at the base model with technology features and high-grade interior materials that make it a comfortable, pleasant drive. The Pathfinder is at its peak in interior design. There are now several new driver assistance features included with the re-design, such as blind spot monitoring, parking assist, lane departure alerts, and much more.

The Nissan Pathfinder comes with a 3.5-liter V6 engine at the base. It puts out 284 horsepower, which givers it an extra oomph of acceleration. 

Getting the time to enjoy your weekend is something that many Ames and Des Moines cherish, which is why it is important to know that you have the right vehicle backing you up. The 2017 Nissan Pathfinder is part truck, part SUV, but it is completely versatile to get you through grocery shopping, soccer practice, the work commute, and still have excitement left over for the weekend. Here are some of our favorite features inside the Pathfinder: