Rating Summary
The 2017 Nissan Pathfinder is currently rated #3 out of 11 overall in its category, beaten by the 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe for Midsize SUV Cars.
It's a good car overall compared to others in the same category and beats more than half of its competition along the way.
Its Towing Capacity and Drivetrain win versus competitors, but its Cargo Volume loses against the competition.
Competitors
Which is better: Nissan Pathfinder or Chevrolet Sorento?
The Pathfinder costs $4,690.00 more than the Sorento. Based on a comparison of the attributes, people rated it is losing in a head to head match up.
Which is better: Nissan Pathfinder or Honda Pilot?
The Pathfinder costs $455.00 less than the Pilot. Based on a comparison of the attributes, people rated both as tied in a head to head match up.
Which is better: Nissan Pathfinder or Hyundai Santa Fe?
The Pathfinder costs $510.00 less than the Santa Fe. From comparing their attributes, our survey rated it is winning in a head to head match up.
Which is better: Nissan Pathfinder or Ford Edge?
The Pathfinder costs $1,340.00 more than the Edge. From comparing their attributes, our survey rated both as tied in a head to head match up.
Which is better: Nissan Pathfinder or Nissan Murano?
The Pathfinder costs $550.00 more than the Murano. From comparing their attributes, our survey rated it is losing in a head to head match up.
Which is better: Nissan Pathfinder or Jeep Grand Cherokee?
The Pathfinder costs $105.00 less than the Grand Cherokee. Based on a comparison of the attributes, people rated it is winning in a head to head match up.
Which is better: Nissan Pathfinder or Buick Enclave?
The Pathfinder costs $8,775.00 less than the Enclave. After a comparison of the two based on their attributes, our voters rated both as tied in a head to head match up.
Which is better: Nissan Pathfinder or Toyota 4Runner?
The Pathfinder costs $3,920.00 less than the 4Runner. After a comparison of the two based on their attributes, our voters rated it is winning in a head to head match up.
Which is better: Nissan Pathfinder or Toyota Highlander?
The Pathfinder costs $340.00 less than the Highlander. From comparing their attributes, our survey rated it is winning in a head to head match up.
Which is better: Nissan Pathfinder or Ford Explorer?
The Pathfinder costs $1,370.00 less than the Explorer. From comparing their attributes, our survey rated it is winning in a head to head match up.
2017 Nissan Pathfinder Details
Is This Car Good?
Overall Rating
Best Attribute
Towing Capacity
Worst Attribute
Cargo Volume
| Rating | Feature | Value | Analysis |
|---|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $30,290.00 | Good with 3.5 stars based on 11 ratings | |
| MPG | 20 city / 27 highway | Average with 2.5 stars based on 9 ratings | |
| Drivetrain | FWD/4WD | Good with 4 stars based on 4 ratings | |
| Horsepower | 284 hp | Good with 3.5 stars based on 6 ratings | |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19.5gal | Bad with 0 stars based on 1 ratings | |
| Towing Capacity | 6,000 lbs | Good with 5 stars based on 2 ratings | |
| Cargo Volume | 16cubic feet behind third row. 47.8 behind second, and 79.8 2nd and third row flat. | Bad with 0 stars based on 1 ratings | |
| Seating Capacity | 7. Seats have good space in 3 rows, but they are too firm. | Average with 2.5 stars based on 2 ratings | |
| Motor Trend Overall Rating | 3.5/5 |