Nissan Pathfinder 1995 3.3 petrol description
Crossover / SUV Nissan Pathfinder 1995 3.3 V6 has been produced from January, 1995 to December, 2001. It has six-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 3.3 litres, which produces power of 170 horsepower on 4800 rpm and torque 271 Nm (Newton metres) on 2800 revolutions per minute.
This 6-cylinder 12-valve engine camshaft is driven by belt (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system, this is an atmospheric engine (without turbine). Engine versions compliant with Euro 2 and Euro 3 emission standards available. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 270 up to 450 thousand kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
More engine specs
This Nissan Pathfinder 3.3 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 3.7 litres.
Nissan Pathfinder 1995 3.3 V6 has all four wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
The maximum speed of this car is 172 km/h.
Nissan Pathfinder 1995 3.3 V6 fuel consumption is 13.9 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (7.2 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 18.2 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 11.4 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 80 litres or 21.14 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 560 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 700 kilometers on highway.

Nissan Pathfinder 1995 3.3 V6 technical data
Model: | Nissan Pathfinder 3.3 V6 | ||
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Body style: | Crossover / SUV | ||
Production period: | 1995. January ... 2001. December | ||
Engine: | 3275 cm3 Petrol, 6 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | no data |
Power: | 170 HP ON 4800 RPM | Torque: | 271 NM ON 2800 RPM |
Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) |
Top speed: | 172 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | no data |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 13.9 (combined) 18.2 (urban) 11.4 (highway) | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 80 litres (21.1 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 4.53m (length) 1.82m (width) 1.75m (height) | ||
Seats: | 5 seats | ||
Trunk capacity: | 435 litres | ||
Trunk max capacity: | 1670 litres (with rear seats folded down) | ||
Gross weight: | 2360 kg |
Nissan Pathfinder 1995 3.3 V6 engine VG33E
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 270,000 to 450,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.The engine has hydraulic valve tappets (lifters), which provide quieter operation and do not require periodic adjustment, but are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in the event of failure.
Engine displacement | 3274 cm3 |
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Number of cylinders | 6 |
Bore (cylinder diameter) | 91.5 mm |
Stroke length (piston move) | 83 mm |
Compression ratio | 8.9 : 1 |
Camshaft drive | Timing belt Timing belt engines are generally quieter and less vibrating than chain engines, but belt usually needs to be replaced more often and the risk of breakage is higher. |
Fuel system | Injection |
Nissan Pathfinder 1995 3.3 V6 oil type | 5W-30 |
Oil capacity | 3.7 litres (3.9 quarts) |
Power | 170 - 180 HP ON 4800 RPM |
Torque | 265 - 275 NM ON 2800 RPM |
Start of production (year) | 1995 |
Duration of production | 30 years |
Often in the first years of production, engines tend to have various constructive problems, so it is recommended to choose a car with this engine from 1998 onwards. |
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All Nissan Pathfinder crossover [1995 - 2004] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
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Nissan Pathfinder 1997 2.7 TD 4x4
Jan 1997 — Dec 2001 Most fuel efficient diesel version |
2.7 Diesel | 131 HP | 11.5 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Nissan Pathfinder 1997 3.2 TD 4x4
Jan 1997 — Dec 2001 Most powerfull diesel version (150 HP) |
3.2 Diesel | 150 HP | 11.9 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Nissan Pathfinder 2000 3.3 V6 4x4 Mar 2000 — Dec 2004 | 3.3 Petrol | 150 HP | 13.9 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
Nissan Pathfinder 1995 3.3 V6 4x4 Jan 1995 — Dec 2001 | 3.3 Petrol | 170 HP | 13.9 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Nissan Pathfinder 2001 3.5 i V6 24V 4x4 Jan 2001 — Dec 2004 | 3.5 Petrol | 220 HP | 14.5 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
Nissan Pathfinder 2001 3.5 i V6 24V LE 4x4 Jan 2001 — Dec 2004 | 3.5 Petrol | 243 HP | 15.1 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
Nissan Pathfinder 2001 3.5 i V6 24V SE 4x4
Jan 2001 — Dec 2004 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 8.8 seconds |
3.5 Petrol | 253 HP | 12.7 l/100km | Manual (5) |