2003
Nissan Pathfinder

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  • SE 2WD Auto
    Starts at
    $26,799
    16 City / 21 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • SE 4WD Auto
    Starts at
    $28,799
    15 City / 19 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
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  • LE 2WD Auto
    Starts at
    $31,099
    16 City / 21 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • LE 4WD Auto
    Starts at
    $33,799
    15 City / 19 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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Safety review

Based on the 2003 Nissan Pathfinder base trim
NHTSA crash test and rollover ratings, scored out of 5.
Nhtsa rollover rating
2/5

Factory warranties

New car program benefits

Basic
3 years / 36,000 miles
Corrosion
5 years
Powertrain
5 years / 60,000 miles

Certified Pre-Owned program benefits

Age / mileage
6 years / less than 80,000 miles
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N / A
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167-point inspection
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Consumer reviews

93% of drivers recommend this car
4.8 / 5
Based on 32 reviews
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Comfort 4.6
Interior 4.7
Performance 4.7
Value 4.5
Exterior 4.7
Reliability 4.7

Most recent

  • By Pat c from Virginia
    Owns this car
    April 15, 2021

    205 k and still going strong.

    Had a tuneup on the the old gal While they were at it, I wanted a compression check done.. a new engine is around 175. Good comes in around 150. My baby girl came in at 149 at 205k.. WOW.. I’ve got another 100k before possible overhaul. Keep the fluids fresh and you can’t go wrong..
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Dori from Portland, Oregon
    Owns this car
    February 13, 2021

    Over 150k miles and still loving it

    We have relied on this truck for vacations, shopping, work, and off roaring. The kids have banged it up a bit while they were young but I still love driving it. I compare the new trucks to this and they all come up short. I will keep it for as long as I can or until the cost of repairs exceeded the cost of a new one and that should be a while. I have the blue color and the kids named her Dori.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By 03Chillkoot from Vancouver
    Used to own this car
    December 30, 2020

    14 Years Of Reliable Service

    Bought our 2003 Pathfinder Chilkoot edition in 2006 with 80,000 KM's as a lease return. Quality SUV made in Japan. It was an awesome SUV. Did regular maintenance but nothing major failed. About 4-5 years ago we had the Struts & Shocks done (Normal Wear & Tear) as it would dangerously rock like a boat during highway driving. Drove like a new vehicle after that. It liked to eat about 1-2 liters of oil between oil changes. So I made sure to keep it topped up. Okay on gas but got worse if you were heavy on the throttle. We had so many reliable, comfortable family road trips in this SUV. The entire exhaust system was factory original. Other than the catalytic converters, I couldn't believe it was still working fine after 17 years. Sadly, being 17 years old It was starting to show it's age and we were looking at more maintenance. Also, rust was starting to develop over the rear wheel wells. Just traded it in on a new 2020 Toyota Tacoma. Hopefully this will be as dependable.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Earthlyhome from NASHVILLE, TN
    Owns this car
    September 26, 2020

    2003 vehicle still purring in 2020

    My CD player stopped working four years ago, aside from that we couldn’t ask for a more reliable car. It’s body still looks stylish and the car is quiet and full of pep.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 4.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 4.0
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  • By BigD from Austin, Tx
    Owns this car
    November 10, 2019

    Bought new in 2003 and is still my daily driver

    Owned it since 2003, (today is Nov. 10, 2019). Nissan replaced the engine under warranty at about 50K miles due to oil usage and no engine problems since. Just replaced the back 2 cat. converters due to gas mileage issues - that fixed it.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Joe from Mount Laurel, NJ
    Owns this car
    February 18, 2019

    Excellent powerful SUV

    These Nissan Pathfinders are almost indestructible. They offer great power, good handling, incredible 4 Wheel Drive performance in the rain or snow. The motors last a long time, and this car has been incredibly reliable. They are well-built and a testimony is there are so many on the road from this generation of Nissan Pathfinders.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Folsom from Flat Rock, NC
    Owns this car
    January 3, 2019

    I love my Pathfinder

    I bought the car in 2016. A little old lady owned it and barely drove it. I have had it and drive it everywhere. It has been great! I love the Pathfinder. Got me out in the serious snow that we had here recently also.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Airforcemomx3 from Iowa
    Owns this car
    July 24, 2018

    Got stung on this used car

    I got mine last year. It is a 2003 and has 176,000 miles on it, but from reviews , I expected better. Just in the past month, I?ve replaced ball joints and bearings, starter and now battery cable and throttle were bad. Can anyone tell me the Average mileage that the transmission may go out?
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does not recommend this car
    Comfort 3.0
    Interior 3.0
    Performance 2.0
    Value 2.0
    Exterior 3.0
    Reliability 2.0
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  • By Jopeola from Queens
    Owns this car
    January 26, 2018

    I love this truck well tuned up the gas milage is

    Excellent vehicle deserve more accolades it is a very dependable car handles very well like the newer this truck is steel heavy and very dependable vehicle.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 4.0
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  • By Rmumford from Florence,sc
    Owns this car
    October 11, 2017

    Not sure if Nissan still makes one this good anymo

    I have a 2003 Pathfinder that I bought brand new. I currently have two hundred and thirty-five thousand miles on it I drive it everyday. The only thing I've had to do is replace Tires and Batteries no major engine work ever. I do have an oil leak but at 14 years old who really cares. My check engine light recently came on but she still drives great. Not sure if Nissan still makes the Pathfinder as good as they did in 2003 but I've gotten an excellent deal.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Frances17
    Owns this car
    June 7, 2017

    One word perfect

    The car was perfect for everything , family travels, business trips, and has adequate space for luggage and the TV helped keep the kids busy.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By me from Lake Oswego Oregon
    Owns this car
    April 29, 2017

    I absolutely love my Pathfinder...

    Could you guess by my review? Bought new 14 years old and I could never part with it. Haul my Labrador Retriever everywhere in this suv. Runs like a top. Lots of power. Luxury interior for a suv that is that old. I originally bought it as a Real Estate vehicle. In just 6 short years, she will be a classic. I see quite a few of this model still on the road.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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FAQ

What trim levels are available for the 2003 Nissan Pathfinder?

The 2003 Nissan Pathfinder is available in 2 trim levels:

  • LE (2 styles)
  • SE (2 styles)

What is the MPG of the 2003 Nissan Pathfinder?

The 2003 Nissan Pathfinder offers up to 16 MPG in city driving and 21 MPG on the highway. These figures are based on EPA mileage ratings and are for comparison purposes only. The actual mileage will vary depending on vehicle options, trim level, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, and other factors.

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Is the 2003 Nissan Pathfinder reliable?

The 2003 Nissan Pathfinder has an average reliability rating of 4.7 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2003 Nissan Pathfinder owners.

Is the 2003 Nissan Pathfinder a good SUV?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. 93.8% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

4.8 / 5
Based on 32 reviews
  • Comfort: 4.6
  • Interior: 4.7
  • Performance: 4.7
  • Value: 4.5
  • Exterior: 4.7
  • Reliability: 4.7

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