What Is the 2025 Nissan Pathfinder?
The Nissan Pathfinder is a three-row mid-size SUV with the handsome boxiness of celebrated Nissan off-roaders past, like the first-generation Pathfinder and Xterra. It’s powered by a 3.5-liter V-6 with 284 horsepower and 259 pounds-feet of torque. A nine-speed automatic backs the V-6; front-wheel drive is standard, and all-wheel drive is available. The off-road-oriented Rock Creek trim level squeezes 295 hp and 270 pounds-feet from the same engine, but the Rock Creek is meant for light off-roading, not hardcore rock-crawling. The Pathfinder’s competitors include the Honda Pilot, Hyundai Palisade, Kia Telluride, Subaru Ascent and Toyota Grand Highlander.
What’s New on the 2025 Nissan Pathfinder?
SV and Rock Creek trim levels get a standard power liftgate for 2025, and all Pathfinders include three complimentary oil changes during the first two years or 24,000 miles. Otherwise, there are no changes for 2025.
What Features in the 2025 Nissan Pathfinder Are Most Important?
Standard features include:
- 8-inch infotainment touchscreen
- Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
- Six speakers
- Keyless entry and start
- Tri-zone automatic climate control
- Forward collision warning with pedestrian detection
- Automatic emergency braking
- Lane departure warning
- Blind spot warning
- Rear cross-traffic alert
- Rear parking sensors
Available features include:
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- 9-inch infotainment touchscreen
- Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
- 12.3-inch digital instrument panel
- 13-speaker Bose audio system
- Wireless phone charging
- 20-inch wheels
- Panoramic moonroof
- Hands-free power liftgate
- Power-adjustable front seats
- Synthetic leather upholstery
- Leather upholstery
- Heated and ventilated front seats
- Heated outboard second-row seats
- Head-up display
- Adaptive cruise control
- Lane departure steering assist
- Surround-view parking camera
- Front parking sensors
Should I Buy the 2025 Nissan Pathfinder?
The Pathfinder is a decent three-row SUV that holds its own in a class of very strong competitors. The first two rows of seats are comfortable and spacious, but the third row and cargo area are smaller than some competitors’. Easy fitment of child-safety seats is another strong point. This Nissan rides and handles well, and great visibility makes it relatively easy to maneuver and park, but its infotainment system feels dated and isn’t as easy to use as some class rivals’.
