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Second generation (R50)
Overview
Manufacturer	Nissan
Also called	Nissan Terrano Infiniti QX4
Production	October 1995 – August 2004
Assembly	Nissan Shatai, Kanda, Fukuoka, Japan Barcelona, Spain
Designer	Jerry Hirschberg, Yoshio Maezawa (1992, facelift: 1997)
Body and chassis
Body style	5-door SUV
Layout	Front engine, rear-wheel drive / four-wheel drive
Powertrain
Engine	3.3 L VG33E V6 3.5 L VQ35DE V6 2.7 L TD27ETi I4 Turbodiesel 3.0 L ZD30DDTi I4 Turbodiesel 3.2 L QD32ETi I4 Turbodiesel
Transmission	4-speed automatic 5-speed manual
Dimensions
Wheelbase	2,700 mm (106.3 in)
Length	1999–2002: 4,529 mm (178.3 in) 2000–04: 4,641 mm (182.7 in)
Width	2000–04: 1,821 mm (71.7 in) 2000–04 XE: 1,770 mm (69.7 in) 1996–99: 1,839 mm (72.4 in) 1999–2002 XE: 1,745 mm (68.7 in)
Height	2003–04 SE: 1,847 mm (72.7 in) 2000–04 LE & 2000–01 SE: 1,801 mm (70.9 in) 2000–01 XE: 1,725 mm (67.9 in) 1999–2002 XE & 1998–99 LE: 1,704 mm (67.1 in) 1999–2002 SE & 1999–2000 LE: 1,725 mm (67.9 in)

The second generation Pathfinder was introduced in late 1995 with more rounded styling. It was completely redesigned from the first generation, switching from body on frame construction to unibody construction. The engine was upgraded to the VG33E, with 168 hp (125 kW) and 196 lb·ft (266 N·m) torque. For the 1999½ model year, the Pathfinder was freshened. In 2000, model year 2001 brought a new 240 hp (179 kW) V6 engine, the VQ35DE. With its facelift, the Pathfinder also grew in size, making way for the compact Xterra.

Diesel engines continued to be used in Japanese and European models.

As of the 2002 model year, the Terrano / Pathfinder was no longer sold in Japan, and was available in North America, Europe and the Middle East. The market position held by the Terrano in Japan was replaced by the Nissan Murano in 2002. The Japanese market Terrano and high luxury content Terrano Regulus saw demand drop significantly due to the hard economic times felt in Japan, known as the Lost Decade. Nissan offered a smaller, off-road vehicle to its Japanese customer base who enjoyed the Pathfinder when it introduced the Nissan X-Trail in 2000.

Facelifts

The Pathfinder was given a significant facelift for the 1999.5 model year with a new front fascia two grille variants, rear fascia, and interior. Another facelift occurred in 2001 (MY 2002), when the updated Nissan logo was added and received a bolder grille versus the 1999½ model, as well as a new steering wheel and radio display.

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  Nissan Terrano StarFire

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  2001 Nissan Pathfinder Ti (Australia)

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  1999-2001 Nissan Pathfinder SE

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  2001–2004 Nissan Pathfinder

Infiniti QX4/Terrano Regulus

 

1997–2000 Infiniti QX4

Infiniti QX4
Overview
Manufacturer	Nissan
Also called	Nissan Terrano
Production	September 1996–November 2002
Assembly	Japan
Body and chassis
Class	Mid-size luxury SUV
Layout	front-engine, rear-wheel-drive/ four-wheel-drive
Related	Nissan Pathfinder

The Infiniti QX4 is a mid-size luxury SUV introduced in September 1996 and based on the unibody Nissan Pathfinder. It was released following Acura's introduction of the SLX and Lexus's larger LX 450. The QX4 was Infiniti's first entry into the SUV market segment.

In Japan it was sold as the Nissan Terrano Regulus. As the Japanese market Terrano was exclusive to Japanese Nissan dealerships called Nissan Bluebird Store, the Terrano Regulus was briefly offered at Nissan Motor Store, which was a luxury-oriented network. Major differences between these vehicles and the Pathfinder include a more upscale interior, and unique styling. Although marketed as a luxury vehicle, it has good off-road capability due to its low-range four-wheel-drive system and 8.3 inches (211 mm) of ground clearance.

Year-to-year changes

 

2001 Nissan Terrano Regulus (JDM)

 

Nissan Terrano Regulus Starfire (JDM)

The QX4 received its first major update in 2000 for model year 2001, with a new VQ series engine (also later seen in the G35 and FX35) increasing its power from a relatively low 168 horsepower (125 kW) to a 240 hp (179 kW) V6 engine. The displacement went from 3.3 L to 3.5 L. The timing belt was replaced with a timing chain and the ignition distributor was replaced with an individual coil ignition system.

This facelift also gave the QX4 an updated exterior and interior body style, including a new dash with integrated analog clock, 17-inch (423 mm) alloy wheels and xenon HID headlamps. In Japan, the Terrano Regulus trim package was no longer offered. Also, a rear-wheel drive QX4 model was added (1997 through 2000 were only available in 4WD).

2002 Infiniti QX: Cruise control designed to maintain a set distance from other traffic was the main addition for 2002. The QX4 shared Nissan's Intelligent Cruise Control with Infiniti's flagship Q45 sedan. Employing laser sensors, the system was designed to automatically speed or slow the QX4 to keep it a constant distance from cars ahead. Also new for 2002 was a revised audio system, plus audio controls for the available leather/wood steering wheel. The optional rear-seat video entertainment system offered a choice of VCR or DVD player.

2003 Infiniti QX: Additional standard equipment for 2003 included curtain-type side airbags, available for the first time. New standard equipment that had previously been part of the Premium Package included 17-inch wheels, a driver-seat memory system, and a leather/woodgrain steering wheel with audio controls. Options included heated front/rear seats and a videotape or DVD rear-seat entertainment system. A power moonroof that came standard.

The QX4 was discontinued in 2003, and its position in price was taken by the FX35/45 crossover SUV. The last QX4 was manufactured during November 2002. The QX4 was succeeded by the larger QX56 in 2004.