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2008 Nissan Pathfinder consumer reviews

$26,980–$28,980 MSRP range
side view of 2008 Pathfinder Nissan
(57 reviews)
77% of drivers recommend this car
Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.3
  • Interior 4.3
  • Performance 4.4
  • Value 4.4
  • Exterior 4.6
  • Reliability 4.4
Explore the 2008 Nissan Pathfinder

highway ride and gas mileage fine , but tranny ?

Transmission slips in and out of overdrive around 40 mph with a very uncomfortabe lurch. There are no bulletins or fixs out yet, so without permission from Nissan the dealer cannot go into the problem. Would like them to re-program the module and check the vacum or find something that is causing it. I drove 3 other pathfinders and the shifting was much smoother. I am not a happy camper.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 1.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 4.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does not recommend this car
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4 th Pathfinder

Good gas mileage for a 4 wheel drive. Excellent acceleration. Heating and radio controls not user friendly. Attention getter for a SUV.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 4.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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Very Satisfied with Purchase - 2008 4x4 S

After first 4 tanks of gas (using 87 octane) I average 18.6 mpg in the city, mixed with maybe 20% expressway. This is an awesome value for just over $25K. Comfortable, superb interior and the handling is very good. Turning radius is a bit more than I anticipated but still very good. Third seat standard is a plus. Plenty of power and options in the S. Everything is engineered and placed perfectly. Looking forward to years of service from this SUV.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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Technology is far above its German competitors

I recently purchased a 2008 LE with the V8. Gas mileage is as expected, however the power is more than I thought it would be. The Navigation system is second to none and the versatility of this vehicle is superb!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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I would not recommend this vechicle.

I purchased a 2008 Nissan Pathfinder LE this car has a transmission problems and I don't think Nissan will correct the problem. This is not the dealers problem.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 1.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does not recommend this car
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Solid well equipped multipurpose vehicle.

"Great power (V8), good handling, great value for your money." I knew what I was getting into when buying the V8 so fuel economy wasnt a concern.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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Very reliable

The only two things I dislike is one the dashboard design with cheap plastic material and second, the gas usage. Overall performance and handling is great.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 3.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Does recommend this car
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