The upper echelon of the mid-sized SUV is the 2005 Nissan Pathfinder LE 4WD, featuring full-time or on-demand 4WD capability, and loaded with a new 4.0-liter, 270-hp V6 engine and 5-speed automatic.  The 2005 Pathfinder LE 4WD also boasts 17-inch alloy wheels, traction and stability control, 4-wheel ABS brakes, dual front airbags and side bags for all three rows of seats, an auto-dimming rearview mirror, foglights, automatic headlights, and a tire monitor.  Those help to keep your family safe.

What helps to keep your family comfortable are power front seats, heated seats and mirrors, leather upholstery, a sunroof, rear climate control, wheel-mounted cruise and audio controls, a CD changer and MP3 player, intermittent front and rear wipers, a trip computer, security system, and garage opener.  Supplementing the 16-79 cubic feet of cargo room are a roof rack and trailer hitch.  There's not much left to add, but some nice extras are satellite radio, a navigation system, and a DVD player.  Roominess, versatility, standard features, and impressive power are highlights for owners of the 2005 Pathfinder LE 4WD.  Aside from the 15/21 mpg, owners don't like the limited legroom in the back rows.