Nissan Pathfinder



Overview of the Nissan Pathfinder
Learn about the Nissan PathfinderSummary
The Nissan Pathfinder is popular for its excellent off-road abilities, versatile interior space and impressive towing capacity, which surpasses that of comparable 4x4 vehicles. Now in its fourth generation, the SUV is available in two-wheel drive and all-wheel drive configurations, all with five-speed automatic transmission as standard.
Choose from up to four trims in each generation to find the car that works for you. The standard four-door model with seven-person capacity is a durable choice for families on the move, while drivers who frequently tackle muddy or rough terrain might opt for an off-road specific trim.
Safety
The Nissan Pathfinder’s standard safety features on models since 2008 include:
- Child safety locks
- Anti-lock braking to maintain steering control and prevent skidding
- Traction control, which activates on slippery surfaces
- Electronic stability control, improving stability by correcting over- or under-steering
- Driver and passenger airbags
Models from 2013 onward come with the brake assist feature for help with emergency braking, though base models don't have some of the driver assistance technology included with high-end trims, such as rear-view cameras for parking assistance.
Newest models come with Nissan Intelligent Mobility advanced safety technologies to prevent collisions. For example, Intelligent Emergency Braking uses cameras integrated into the front, back and sides of the car to spot potential hazards, then alerts the driver and applies the brakes.
Interior
The Nissan Pathfinder most recently underwent a design overhaul in 2013. Some drivers find the styling to be a little underwhelming, but the practical interior features are covered. All Nissan Pathfinder models from 2008 onward come with the following as standard:
- Keyless entry
- Vanity mirrors for the driver and passenger
- Power steering
- Adjustable steering wheel
- Power windows that can be operated at the push of a button
High-end trims have luxuries like heated steering wheels and seats, as well as leather upholstery. The newest generation offers steering wheel audio controls and auxiliary audio input as standard.
Technology
All Nissan Pathfinders include AM/FM radio and a CD player as standard, with higher-end models offering satellite navigation systems and DVD entertainment technology. Newer Nissan Pathfinder models come with an array of entertainment features such as Bluetooth streaming, USB ports and SiriusXM Satellite radio for commercial-free access to over 150 channels.
NissanConnect is an in-built navigation and infotainment system with a touchscreen display, voice recognition and Amazon Alexa integration. It is available on Nissan Pathfinder models from 2018.
Space
While some find the Nissan Pathfinder a little cramped in the third row, it’s generally considered a family favourite for its seven-person capacity and versatile cargo space. Folding seats in the back two rows and under-floor storage provide flexibility. Additionally, the Nissan Pathfinder can handle an impressive towing load of up to 5,000 lbs (6,000 lbs on 2017 models and newer).
Comfort
Nissan Pathfinders from 2013 onward have tri-zone climate control as standard, while it’s offered as an add-on in older models. It allows for individual temperature adjustment in all three rows, and heated or cooled seats for extra comfort. A panoramic moonroof option is available on high-end trims for added headroom.
Pros and cons of the Nissan Pathfinder
- Driver assistance tech standard on all but base model
- Excellent towing ability
- All-wheel drive available
- Thick roof pillars can reduce visibility
- Modest styling
- Space is tight in third row
Safety ratings of the Nissan Pathfinder

Safety ratings provided by NHTSA
- Frontal crash rating
- Side crash rating
- Rollover rating
- Number of airbags6
Specifications of the Nissan Pathfinder
Key specifications available across all trim levels- Seats7
- Doors5
- Fuel typeGas
- TransmissionAutomatic
- City consumption7.1 - 12.4 L/100km
- Highway consumption7.8 - 9.2 L/100km
- Width1960 - 1998 mm
- Length5008 - 5042 mm
- Trunk space453 - 459 L
- Cargo space2251 - 2260 L
Trims available with the Nissan Pathfinder
What is a trim? Trims are different options of the same car with different features and equipment. The specs depend on the trim you choose.This variant of the Nissan Pathfinder 2013 - 2020 is available in 10 trims:S trim features and specs
Available across all trims:
- 3 climate zones
- Air conditioning (automatic)
- Center arm rest between front seats
- Driver seat has lumbar support
- Electric windows
- Emergency wheel
- ISOFIX installation points
- Multifunction steering wheel
- Power steering
Available with the S trim:
- Four-wheel drive (optional)
- LED daytime running lights
- Standard roof
Available across all trims:
- Alloy wheels
- Daytime running lights
- Door mirrors electrically adjustable
- Short wheel base
Available with the S trim:
- Collision warning system (optional)
- Collision warning system with automatic braking
- Emergency call system
- Front-wheel drive
Available across all trims:
- Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
- Brake assist system
- Disc brakes
- Electronic traction control
- Four-wheel drive
- Front-driver airbag
- Front-passenger airbag
- Side airbag
- Side curtain airbag
- Stability control
- Tire pressure indicator
Available with the S trim:
- Bluetooth (optional)
- CD disc changer (optional)
- CD player (optional)
- Digital radio (optional)
- HDMI port for rear passengers (optional)
- Touchscreen (optional)
- USB port for front passengers (optional)
Available across all trims:
- Computer
- Cruise control
- Hill start assist
- MP3-CD player
- Power door locks
- Radio
- Rear sensors
- Rear view camera
SV trim features and specs
Available with the SV trim:
- Electrically adjustable front seats
- Heated front seats
- Heated steering wheel
- Leather steering wheel
Available across all trims:
- 3 climate zones
- Air conditioning (automatic)
- Center arm rest between front seats
- Driver seat has lumbar support
- Electric windows
- Emergency wheel
- ISOFIX installation points
- Multifunction steering wheel
- Power steering
Available with the SV trim:
- Fog lights (optional)
- Four-wheel drive
- LED daytime running lights (optional)
- Roof bars (optional)
- Roof rails (optional)
- Standard roof
Available across all trims:
- Alloy wheels
- Daytime running lights
- Door mirrors electrically adjustable
- Short wheel base
Available with the SV trim:
- Dimming interior mirror (optional)
- Dusk sensor
Available across all trims:
- Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
- Brake assist system
- Disc brakes
- Electronic traction control
- Four-wheel drive
- Front-driver airbag
- Front-passenger airbag
- Side airbag
- Side curtain airbag
- Stability control
- Tire pressure indicator
Available with the SV trim:
- Bluetooth
- CD player
- Digital radio (optional)
- Electric tailgate
- Keyless entry
- Start stop system (optional)
- Touchscreen (optional)
- USB port for front passengers
Available across all trims:
- Computer
- Cruise control
- Hill start assist
- MP3-CD player
- Power door locks
- Radio
- Rear sensors
- Rear view camera
SV Tech trim features and specs
Available with the SV Tech trim:
- Electrically adjustable front seats
- Heated front seats
- Heated steering wheel
- Leather steering wheel
Available across all trims:
- 3 climate zones
- Air conditioning (automatic)
- Center arm rest between front seats
- Driver seat has lumbar support
- Electric windows
- Emergency wheel
- ISOFIX installation points
- Multifunction steering wheel
- Power steering
Available with the SV Tech trim:
- Fog lights
- Four-wheel drive
- LED daytime running lights
- Roof bars (optional)
- Roof rails (optional)
- Standard roof
Available across all trims:
- Alloy wheels
- Daytime running lights
- Door mirrors electrically adjustable
- Short wheel base
Available with the SV Tech trim:
- Collision warning system
- Collision warning system with automatic braking
- Dusk sensor
- Emergency call system
- Overtaking sensors
Available across all trims:
- Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
- Brake assist system
- Disc brakes
- Electronic traction control
- Four-wheel drive
- Front-driver airbag
- Front-passenger airbag
- Side airbag
- Side curtain airbag
- Stability control
- Tire pressure indicator
Available with the SV Tech trim:
- Adaptive cruise control
- Bluetooth
- CD player
- Digital radio
- Electric tailgate
- HDMI port for rear passengers (optional)
- Keyless entry
- Touchscreen
- USB port for front passengers
Available across all trims:
- Computer
- Cruise control
- Hill start assist
- MP3-CD player
- Power door locks
- Radio
- Rear sensors
- Rear view camera
SV Rock Creek trim features and specs
Available with the SV Rock Creek trim:
- Electrically adjustable front seats
- Heated front seats
- Heated steering wheel
- Leather steering wheel
Available across all trims:
- 3 climate zones
- Air conditioning (automatic)
- Center arm rest between front seats
- Driver seat has lumbar support
- Electric windows
- Emergency wheel
- ISOFIX installation points
- Multifunction steering wheel
- Power steering
Available with the SV Rock Creek trim:
- Fog lights
- Four-wheel drive
- LED daytime running lights
- Roof bars
- Roof rails
- Standard roof
Available across all trims:
- Alloy wheels
- Daytime running lights
- Door mirrors electrically adjustable
- Short wheel base
Available with the SV Rock Creek trim:
- Collision warning system
- Collision warning system with automatic braking
- Dusk sensor
- Emergency call system
- Overtaking sensors
Available across all trims:
- Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
- Brake assist system
- Disc brakes
- Electronic traction control
- Four-wheel drive
- Front-driver airbag
- Front-passenger airbag
- Side airbag
- Side curtain airbag
- Stability control
- Tire pressure indicator
Available with the SV Rock Creek trim:
- Adaptive cruise control
- Bluetooth
- CD player
- Digital radio
- Electric tailgate
- HDMI port for rear passengers (optional)
- Keyless entry
- Touchscreen
- USB port for front passengers
Available across all trims:
- Computer
- Cruise control
- Hill start assist
- MP3-CD player
- Power door locks
- Radio
- Rear sensors
- Rear view camera
Platinum Premium trim features and specs
Available with the Platinum Premium trim:
- Electrically adjustable front seats
- Heated front seats
- Heated rear seats
- Heated steering wheel
- Leather steering wheel
- Ventilated front seats
Available across all trims:
- 3 climate zones
- Air conditioning (automatic)
- Center arm rest between front seats
- Driver seat has lumbar support
- Electric windows
- Emergency wheel
- ISOFIX installation points
- Multifunction steering wheel
- Power steering
Available with the Platinum Premium trim:
- Fog lights
- Four-wheel drive
- Roof bars (optional)
- Roof rails (optional)
- Sunroof
Available across all trims:
- Alloy wheels
- Daytime running lights
- Door mirrors electrically adjustable
- Short wheel base
Available with the Platinum Premium trim:
- Dimming interior mirror
- Dusk sensor
- Overtaking sensors (optional)
Available across all trims:
- Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
- Brake assist system
- Disc brakes
- Electronic traction control
- Four-wheel drive
- Front-driver airbag
- Front-passenger airbag
- Side airbag
- Side curtain airbag
- Stability control
- Tire pressure indicator
Available with the Platinum Premium trim:
- 360 degree camera
- Bluetooth
- CD player
- Electric tailgate
- Front sensors
- Front view camera
- Keyless entry
- Navigation system
- Side sensors
- Start stop system
- USB port for front passengers
Available across all trims:
- Computer
- Cruise control
- Hill start assist
- MP3-CD player
- Power door locks
- Radio
- Rear sensors
- Rear view camera
SL trim features and specs
Available with the SL trim:
- Electrically adjustable front seats
- Heated front seats
- Heated rear seats
- Heated steering wheel
- Leather steering wheel
Available across all trims:
- 3 climate zones
- Air conditioning (automatic)
- Center arm rest between front seats
- Driver seat has lumbar support
- Electric windows
- Emergency wheel
- ISOFIX installation points
- Multifunction steering wheel
- Power steering
Available with the SL trim:
- Fog lights
- Four-wheel drive (optional)
- LED daytime running lights
- Roof bars (optional)
- Roof rails (optional)
- Standard roof
- Sunroof (optional)
Available across all trims:
- Alloy wheels
- Daytime running lights
- Door mirrors electrically adjustable
- Short wheel base
Available with the SL trim:
- Dimming interior mirror
- Dusk sensor
- Front-wheel drive
- Overtaking sensors (optional)
Available across all trims:
- Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
- Brake assist system
- Disc brakes
- Electronic traction control
- Four-wheel drive
- Front-driver airbag
- Front-passenger airbag
- Side airbag
- Side curtain airbag
- Stability control
- Tire pressure indicator
Available with the SL trim:
- 360 degree camera (optional)
- Bluetooth
- CD player
- Digital radio (optional)
- Electric tailgate
- Front sensors (optional)
- Front view camera (optional)
- Keyless entry
- Navigation system (optional)
- Side sensors (optional)
- Touchscreen (optional)
- USB port for front passengers
Available across all trims:
- Computer
- Cruise control
- Hill start assist
- MP3-CD player
- Power door locks
- Radio
- Rear sensors
- Rear view camera
SL Premium trim features and specs
Available with the SL Premium trim:
- Electrically adjustable front seats
- Heated front seats
- Heated rear seats
- Heated steering wheel
- Leather steering wheel
Available across all trims:
- 3 climate zones
- Air conditioning (automatic)
- Center arm rest between front seats
- Driver seat has lumbar support
- Electric windows
- Emergency wheel
- ISOFIX installation points
- Multifunction steering wheel
- Power steering
Available with the SL Premium trim:
- Fog lights
- Four-wheel drive
- LED daytime running lights
- LED headlights (optional)
- Roof bars (optional)
- Roof rails (optional)
- Standard roof
- Sunroof
Available across all trims:
- Alloy wheels
- Daytime running lights
- Door mirrors electrically adjustable
- Short wheel base
Available with the SL Premium trim:
- Collision warning system
- Collision warning system with automatic braking
- Dimming interior mirror
- Dusk sensor
- Emergency call system
- Overtaking sensors
Available across all trims:
- Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
- Brake assist system
- Disc brakes
- Electronic traction control
- Four-wheel drive
- Front-driver airbag
- Front-passenger airbag
- Side airbag
- Side curtain airbag
- Stability control
- Tire pressure indicator
Available with the SL Premium trim:
- 360 degree camera
- Adaptive cruise control
- Bluetooth
- CD player
- Digital radio
- Electric tailgate
- Front sensors
- Front view camera
- HDMI port for rear passengers (optional)
- Keyless entry
- Navigation system
- Side sensors
- Touchscreen
- USB port for front passengers
Available across all trims:
- Computer
- Cruise control
- Hill start assist
- MP3-CD player
- Power door locks
- Radio
- Rear sensors
- Rear view camera
Midnight Edition trim features and specs
Available with the Midnight Edition trim:
- Electrically adjustable front seats
- Heated front seats
- Heated rear seats
- Heated steering wheel
- Leather steering wheel
- Ventilated front seats (optional)
Available across all trims:
- 3 climate zones
- Air conditioning (automatic)
- Center arm rest between front seats
- Driver seat has lumbar support
- Electric windows
- Emergency wheel
- ISOFIX installation points
- Multifunction steering wheel
- Power steering
Available with the Midnight Edition trim:
- Fog lights
- Four-wheel drive
- LED daytime running lights
- LED headlights (optional)
- Roof bars (optional)
- Roof rails (optional)
- Standard roof
- Sunroof
Available across all trims:
- Alloy wheels
- Daytime running lights
- Door mirrors electrically adjustable
- Short wheel base
Available with the Midnight Edition trim:
- Collision warning system
- Collision warning system with automatic braking
- Dimming interior mirror
- Dusk sensor
- Emergency call system
- Overtaking sensors
Available across all trims:
- Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
- Brake assist system
- Disc brakes
- Electronic traction control
- Four-wheel drive
- Front-driver airbag
- Front-passenger airbag
- Side airbag
- Side curtain airbag
- Stability control
- Tire pressure indicator
Available with the Midnight Edition trim:
- 360 degree camera
- Adaptive cruise control
- Bluetooth
- CD player
- Digital radio
- Electric tailgate
- Front sensors
- Front view camera
- Keyless entry
- Navigation system
- Side sensors
- Touchscreen
- USB port for front passengers
Available across all trims:
- Computer
- Cruise control
- Hill start assist
- MP3-CD player
- Power door locks
- Radio
- Rear sensors
- Rear view camera
SL Rock Creek trim features and specs
Available with the SL Rock Creek trim:
- Electrically adjustable front seats
- Heated front seats
- Heated rear seats
- Heated steering wheel
- Leather steering wheel
Available across all trims:
- 3 climate zones
- Air conditioning (automatic)
- Center arm rest between front seats
- Driver seat has lumbar support
- Electric windows
- Emergency wheel
- ISOFIX installation points
- Multifunction steering wheel
- Power steering
Available with the SL Rock Creek trim:
- Fog lights
- Four-wheel drive
- LED daytime running lights
- LED headlights
- Roof bars
- Roof rails
- Standard roof
- Sunroof
Available across all trims:
- Alloy wheels
- Daytime running lights
- Door mirrors electrically adjustable
- Short wheel base
Available with the SL Rock Creek trim:
- Collision warning system
- Collision warning system with automatic braking
- Dimming interior mirror
- Dusk sensor
- Emergency call system
- Overtaking sensors
Available across all trims:
- Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
- Brake assist system
- Disc brakes
- Electronic traction control
- Four-wheel drive
- Front-driver airbag
- Front-passenger airbag
- Side airbag
- Side curtain airbag
- Stability control
- Tire pressure indicator
Available with the SL Rock Creek trim:
- 360 degree camera
- Adaptive cruise control
- Bluetooth
- CD player
- Digital radio
- Electric tailgate
- Front sensors
- Front view camera
- HDMI port for rear passengers (optional)
- Keyless entry
- Navigation system
- Side sensors
- Touchscreen
- USB port for front passengers
Available across all trims:
- Computer
- Cruise control
- Hill start assist
- MP3-CD player
- Power door locks
- Radio
- Rear sensors
- Rear view camera
Platinum trim features and specs
Available with the Platinum trim:
- Electrically adjustable front seats
- Heated front seats
- Heated rear seats
- Heated steering wheel
- Leather steering wheel
- Ventilated front seats
Available across all trims:
- 3 climate zones
- Air conditioning (automatic)
- Center arm rest between front seats
- Driver seat has lumbar support
- Electric windows
- Emergency wheel
- ISOFIX installation points
- Multifunction steering wheel
- Power steering
Available with the Platinum trim:
- Fog lights
- Four-wheel drive
- LED daytime running lights
- LED headlights (optional)
- Roof bars (optional)
- Roof rails (optional)
- Standard roof
- Sunroof (optional)
Available across all trims:
- Alloy wheels
- Daytime running lights
- Door mirrors electrically adjustable
- Short wheel base
Available with the Platinum trim:
- Collision warning system (optional)
- Collision warning system with automatic braking
- Dimming interior mirror
- Dusk sensor
- Emergency call system
- Overtaking sensors (optional)
Available across all trims:
- Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
- Brake assist system
- Disc brakes
- Electronic traction control
- Four-wheel drive
- Front-driver airbag
- Front-passenger airbag
- Side airbag
- Side curtain airbag
- Stability control
- Tire pressure indicator
Available with the Platinum trim:
- 360 degree camera
- Adaptive cruise control (optional)
- Bluetooth
- CD player
- Digital radio (optional)
- Electric tailgate
- Front sensors
- Front view camera
- HDMI port for rear passengers (optional)
- Keyless entry
- Navigation system
- Side sensors
- Touchscreen (optional)
- USB port for front passengers
Available across all trims:
- Computer
- Cruise control
- Hill start assist
- MP3-CD player
- Power door locks
- Radio
- Rear sensors
- Rear view camera
Frequently asked questions about the Nissan Pathfinder
Yes, the Nissan Pathfinder seats up to seven people with three rows of seating.
No, the Nissan Pathfinder comes with second-row bench seats instead of captain seats.
All Nissan Pathfinders are available with four-wheel drive. Models from 2013 onward also offer front-wheel drive, while older Pathfinders come with rear-wheel drive as standard.
No, the Nissan Pathfinder is considered a mid-size SUV.
Since 2013, Nissan Pathfinders have a car-like unibody construction. Older models use a body-on-frame, truck-like chassis.
Dimensions of the Nissan Pathfinder
Year | Height from | Width from | Length from |
---|---|---|---|
Exact values depend on trim choices. | |||
2020 | 1766 mm | 1963 mm | 5042 mm |
2019 | 1914 mm | 1960 mm | 5042 mm |
2018 | 1914 mm | 1960 mm | 5042 mm |
2017 | 1767 mm | 1960 mm | 5042 mm |
2016 | 1768 mm | 1960 mm | 5008 mm |
2015 | 1768 mm | 1960 mm | 5008 mm |
2014 | 1768 mm | 1960 mm | 5008 mm |
2013 | 1768 mm | 1960 mm | 5008 mm |
Towing capacity of the Nissan Pathfinder
Unbraked is when the trailer being towed does not have its own braking system. Braked is when the trailer being towed has its own braking system.Year | Unbraked | Braked |
---|---|---|
Exact values depend on trim choices. | ||
2020 | – | 2722 kg |
2019 | – | 2721 kg |
2018 | – | 2721 kg |
2017 | – | 2721 kg |
2016 | 1588 kg | 2273 kg |
2015 | 1588 kg | 1588 − 2273 kg |
2014 | 1588 kg | 1588 − 2273 kg |
2013 | – | 2273 kg |
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