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2014 Nissan Pathfinder consumer reviews

$29,210–$30,810 MSRP range
side view of 2014 Pathfinder Nissan
(115 reviews)
69% of drivers recommend this car
Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.3
  • Interior 4.2
  • Performance 3.9
  • Value 3.8
  • Exterior 4.1
  • Reliability 3.7
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Roomy, Reliable, Affordable, Safe, Powerful SUV

The best SUV out there! Fuel-efficient and lots of horsepower! Very spacious with 3 row seating for the average height person. High quality and reliable. Very safe for kids/family. Affordable for all models. Rides very quiet and lots of options you can add to improve comfort, especially for long trips. Excellent AWD in rain/snow conditions and still saves gas.

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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Smaller than my Yukon but a smoother ride

Better gas mileage and the second row moves back and forth for extra leg room. The trunk space isn't big at all so I recommend getting a luggage rack

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Stray from the 2013 and 2014 Pathfinders

I thought the vehicle was sexy comfortable sleek but then I owned it for a week and my car started the "shuddering" then the valve that they replaced leaked tramission fluid all over my driveway. Being told that it's completely normal to not have a smooth ride in the 20 to 30mph range isn't really what I signed up for. Waiting for next issue honestly.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 3.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 2.0
  • Value 1.0
  • Exterior 3.0
  • Reliability 1.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does not recommend this car
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Nissan! Nissan! Quality!!

My recently purchased Nissan Pathfinder is the right vehicle for me. First & foremost, it is a Nissan, which should speak for itself. Secondly, the lumbar comfort heated leather seats are the bomb!!! Having a back condition with chronic pain, I searched for a vehicle that provided a comfortable ride with room to accommodate my grand children on any trips. The interior roominess is large and comfortable for all. I like having the 3rd row seating just in case. The sales person made the buying experience very relaxed and easy too!!! The height of the Nissan Pathfinder is exactly what I needed. Love it!!!!!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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2014 pathfinder

I bought mine from a dealer/pre- certified with 10,000 miles on it. it has the 7 year/ 100,000 mile warranty. It is the platinum, 4 WD. The transmission was replaced at 50K, under warranty, although I was not having any problems, when I took it in for the recall, they replaced it and extended the warranty. Having had five ford explorers over the years I am surprised by the acceleration and MPG of the Pathfinder, much better than all my explorers, and about $10,000 less for the same equipment. The passenger airbag was replaced under a recall. After I first bought it the fuel pump replaced under warranty, no problem Dealer took care of it and gave me a loaner car. Other than oil changes, rear brakes and tires I have had no other problems. I live in SOCAL and drive the freeways, so not much experience in cold or wet climate, but two years ago I went on a 1,000 mile Round trip to Baja and had no problems. My dealer, Mossy Nissan has done a good job when I bring it in for warranty issues.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 4.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Replacement vehicle

Started out looking for a 2013 Pathfinder Platinum edition but because of the convenience of shopping on Cars.com I was able to search and finally obtain a 2014 Pathfinder Platinum..... As for the Pathfinder I bought it from a Nissan dealer, it's exactly what I wanted. It has all the factory installed options I was looking for, especially the front camera I use for parking.

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 Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Pathfinder

This the best suv nissan has ever made i would my it again. I would tell all my friend to buy one my family love this truck.

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 Used car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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Value for Money

A decent family SUV that's great value for money. Some stability issues with higher speeds though. Interiors are nicely done as well. The "intelligent" AWD system is a piece of cr** though. Even after you lock into 4wd mode, it automatically switches back to 2wd/auto. This is a huge frustration as you drive on busy snow roads as turning it back into 4wd requires the car to come to a complete stop. This is impossible on a busy mountain road. Apart from such small issues, overall its a great value for money and dont have a lot of complaints yet

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

The car looks nice, very comfortable and stylish. I bought the car in 2014 and 6 months from the time bought the vehicle I had nothing but trouble. The transmission problem is the worst. I got Nissan replace my transmission twice and still giving me shutters. The fuel gauge doesn't work well, the seat tore in 2 yrs, the paint is average and Nissan dealers are only good at selling their vehicle. I will not recommend anybody buy this vehicle.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 1.0
  • Value 1.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 1.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does not recommend this car
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Literally falling apart one piece at a time.

We needed a sub with a 3rd row, decent gas milage and moderate price. This car pretty much fit the bill. There is plenty of space in the car and I had to get over the 1 piece lift gate. Total bummer. We bought the car new with a few thousand miles and never had any problems. Then things started to break or fly off the car. Lift gate latch, sun visor, molding, roof rack sealing rubber and etc. It's crazy. I would never buy this car again. It was more of a disappointment since I had a Altima in college and it was great. We only have 20k miles on the car and I hope it makes before it falls apart.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 3.0
  • Performance 3.0
  • Value 3.0
  • Exterior 3.0
  • Reliability 3.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does not recommend this car
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