Pros: Competitive pricing; user-friendly audio and climate controls; comfortable ride, especially in highway cruising
Cons: Disappointing fuel economy; higher noise levels than many class competitors; 3rd-row seating is sized for kids
CG Says: The Nissan Pathfinder has been significantly updated for 2017 with revised styling, freshened interior, a more powerful engine, and several new features. While the V6 displaces the same 3.5 liters as before, internal modifications and direct fuel injection result in about 10 percent more power, with horsepower rising from 260 to 284. Available new features include automatic emergency braking, surround-view camera with moving-object detection, hands-free liftgate, and adaptive cruise control. Nissan’s 7-passenger midsize SUV offers smooth power and excellent cargo flexibility, along with fine driving manners and a good selection of features at reasonable prices. The Pathfinder’s primary demerit is real-world fuel economy that doesn’t live up to many class competitors.
| Class | Midsize SUV |
| Body Style(s) | 4-door wagon |
| Passenger Count | 7 |
| Drive Wheels | front-wheel drive, all-wheel drive |
| Manufacturer | Nissan |
| Nation of Manufacture | USA |
| Base Prices | S: $29,990 AWD S: $31,680 SV: $32,680 AWD SV: $34,370 SL: $35,700 AWD SL: $37,390 Platinum: $41,870 AWD Platinum: $43,560 |
| Base Engine 3.5-liter V6 |
| Horsepower 284 |
| Std. Transmission CVT |
| Avail. Transmission NA |
| EPA City Range (mpg) 19-20 |
| EPA Hwy Range (mpg) 26-27 |
