2025 Nissan Pathfinder: What's in stock, trim-level comparison, FAQ's.

    Updated 2026-06-04
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    The Nissan Pathfinder is Nissan's three-row midsize SUV. Refreshed for the 2025 model year, it uses a 3.5-liter V6 making about 284 horsepower and 259 lb-ft of torque, paired with a 9-speed automatic transmission. Front-wheel drive is standard with available 4WD. Properly equipped, the Pathfinder tows up to about 6,000 pounds — competitive in the three-row segment. Five trims (S, SV, SL, Platinum, Rock Creek) cover everything from value family hauler to off-pavement weekender, with available ProPILOT Assist 2.0 on the loaded Platinum.

    Nissan Pathfinder Gallery5 photos

    2026 Nissan Pathfinder Rock Creek in Everest White Pearl Tricoat
    Rock CreekEverest White Pearl Tricoat
    2026 Nissan Pathfinder Rock Creek in Baltic Teal/Super Black
    Rock CreekBaltic Teal/Super Black
    2026 Nissan Pathfinder SL in Deep Ocean Blue Pearl
    SLDeep Ocean Blue Pearl
    2026 Nissan Pathfinder Platinum in Deep Ocean Blue Pearl
    PlatinumDeep Ocean Blue Pearl
    2026 Nissan Pathfinder Platinum in Gun Metallic
    PlatinumGun Metallic

    Highlights of the 2025 Nissan Pathfinder

    7 highlights
    • Three-row midsize SUV with seating for 7 or 8 depending on second-row configuration.
    • 3.5L V6 making about 284 hp and 259 lb-ft, paired with a 9-speed automatic transmission.
    • Front-wheel drive standard, with available 4WD and selectable drive modes.
    • Towing up to about 6,000 lb when properly equipped — competitive for a midsize three-row SUV.
    • Five trims — S, SV, SL, Platinum, Rock Creek — including the off-pavement Rock Creek edition.
    • ProPILOT Assist standard on most trims; ProPILOT Assist 2.0 available on Platinum for hands-off highway driving on mapped roads.
    • Standard Nissan warranty: 3-year/36,000-mile bumper-to-bumper and 5-year/60,000-mile powertrain coverage.

    Trim-Level Breakdown and Availability at Swope Nissan

    Compare available trim levels to find the right Nissan Pathfinder for you. Pricing reflects current in-stock inventory.

    Compare trimsTrim2 trims · 2 in stockSL1 in stockPlatinum1 in stock
    Pricing
    Starting price$37,507$43,999
    Top price$37,507$43,999
    Powertrain
    DrivetrainAWDAWD
    Fuel optionsGasolineGasoline
    EngineV6, 3.5LV6, 3.5L
    MPG (city / hwy)21 / 2720 / 25
    Standard equipment — safety & driver assistance
    Auto high-beam headlights
    Intelligent Around View Monitor
    ProPILOT Assist
    Standard equipment — technology & infotainment
    Built-in navigation
    Color head-up display—
    In-vehicle Wi-Fi hotspot
    Push-button start with proximity key
    SiriusXM—
    Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto
    Wireless Qi phone charger
    Standard equipment — comfort & convenience
    Dual-zone climate control
    Hands-free smart power liftgate
    Heated 2nd-row seats—
    Heated front seats
    Heated steering wheel
    Memory driver seat & mirrors—
    Remote engine start
    Ventilated front seats—
    Standard equipment — interior & exterior
    Front fog lamps—
    Leather seating
    Panoramic sunroof—

    Inside the Nissan Pathfinder

    What the Pathfinder is

    The Pathfinder is Nissan's three-row midsize SUV — a direct competitor to the Toyota Highlander, Honda Pilot, Kia Telluride, Hyundai Palisade, and Volkswagen Atlas. It was refreshed for the 2025 model year (not a full ground-up redesign) and the 2026 carries that refresh forward. Power comes from a 3.5-liter V6 making about 284 horsepower and 259 lb-ft of torque, paired with a conventional 9-speed automatic. Front-wheel drive is standard and 4WD is available. Properly equipped, the Pathfinder tows up to about 6,000 pounds — meaningful for a midsize three-row, enough for a typical bass boat, small camper, or utility trailer. Seating runs 7 or 8 depending on whether the second row is captain's chairs or a bench.

    Trim ladder + Rock Creek pick

    The 2026 Pathfinder lineup is S, SV, SL, Platinum, and Rock Creek. S is the value entry — the V6, the 9-speed, Safety Shield 360 standard, and a sensible feature set without trying to be a luxury vehicle. SV adds the comfort content most family buyers actually use. SL adds leather and a longer equipment list. Platinum is the loaded pick: ProPILOT Assist 2.0 (hands-off highway driving on mapped roads), wireless Apple CarPlay, premium audio, head-up display, and quilted leather. Rock Creek is the off-pavement edition, with unique grille and exterior trim, all-terrain-style tires on dark wheels, exclusive interior trim, and a setup tuned for gravel-county-road and trail use rather than pure tarmac.

    How it stacks up vs the 3-row midsize segment

    Against Highlander, Pilot, Telluride, Palisade, and Atlas, the Pathfinder differentiates on three things. First, real tow capability — about 6,000 lb properly equipped is competitive and beats some hybrid-only rivals. Second, the V6 + 9-speed conventional automatic is a more traditional powertrain than Toyota's hybrid-only Highlander setup, which is what some buyers explicitly want. Third, ProPILOT Assist 2.0 on Platinum is one of the more capable hands-off highway systems in the segment. Where the Pathfinder gives up ground is on hybrid efficiency (Highlander Hybrid wins on mpg) and on third-row roominess versus the larger Telluride and Palisade. The Pathfinder's pitch is balanced family hauler with usable tow and a real off-pavement variant.

    Pros and Cons

    Pros
    • Real V6 power — about 284 hp / 259 lb-ft with a conventional 9-speed automatic, not a CVT.
    • Tow rating up to about 6,000 lb when properly equipped — enough for a typical boat, small camper, or utility trailer.
    • Available 4WD with selectable drive modes for central-Kentucky weather and rural-county roads.
    • Safety Shield 360 standard across the lineup, with ProPILOT Assist available widely and ProPILOT Assist 2.0 on Platinum.
    • Five distinct trims, including the off-pavement Rock Creek edition that is genuinely different from the on-road trims.
    • Three-row seating with 7 or 8 passengers depending on configuration.
    • Standard Nissan 3-year/36,000-mile and 5-year/60,000-mile powertrain warranties.
    Cons
    • Gas-only — no hybrid option to chase a Highlander Hybrid or Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid on mpg.
    • Third row is functional but tighter than the segment-leading Telluride or Palisade.
    • Top-trim Platinum stacks features quickly — equipment-vs-price comparison with Telluride and Palisade is tight.
    • ProPILOT Assist 2.0 is concentrated on Platinum; lower trims get the standard ProPILOT Assist instead.
    • V6 fuel economy trails the hybrid alternatives in this segment — the trade-off for the V6 character and the tow rating.

    Used 2025 Nissan Pathfinder Inventory at Swope NissanLive

    Current in-stock units at Swope Nissan in Elizabethtown, KY with full specifications, pricing, and direct links to each vehicle's detail page.

    Total in stock2vehicles
    Price range$37,507 – $43,999
    Available powertrainsGasoline
    Last syncedJun 4, 2026 · 10:36 PM
    Showing 2 of 2 vehicles.
    VINStock #YearMakeModelTrimBodyPriceVDPMileageExteriorInteriorEngineDriveTransmissionFuelNew/UsedCPOMPG CityMPG HwyCarfax 1-OwnerOptions
    5N1DR3CC4SC314228N2540226L2025NissanPathfinderSLSport Utility$37,507VDP2,481Brilliant Silver MetallicCHARCOALV6, 3.5LAWD9-speed automaticGasolineCPOCPO2127Yes
    60 features
    Cross BarsLED Fog LampsBench Seat Carpeted Floor Mats (set of 4)NissanConnect featuring Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smart device wireless mirroring
    5N1DR3DJ2SC240529U269016802025NissanPathfinderPlatinumSport Utility$43,999VDP14,763Obsidian Green PearlCharcoalV6, 3.5LAWD9-speed automaticGasolineUsedNo2025Yes
    61 features
    Cargo PackageBench Seat Carpeted Floor Mats (set of 4)Black Splash Guards (set of 4)Nissan USB Charging Cable Set

    Frequently Asked Questions about the 2025 Nissan Pathfinder

    Every 2026 Pathfinder uses a 3.5-liter V6 engine making about 284 horsepower and 259 lb-ft of torque, paired with a conventional 9-speed automatic transmission. Front-wheel drive is standard, with 4WD available across the lineup.
    Properly equipped, the Pathfinder tows up to about 6,000 pounds. That's enough for a typical bass boat, small travel trailer, utility trailer, or pop-up camper. Always confirm tow capacity for your specific configuration in the owner's manual before towing.
    No. The Pathfinder is gas-only in the US lineup. Shoppers who want a three-row hybrid SUV should compare the Toyota Highlander Hybrid or Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid.
    The 2025 Pathfinder was a mid-cycle refresh — not a full redesign. It carried over the 3.5L V6 and 9-speed automatic and updated styling and content. The 2026 carries that refresh forward.
    Both, depending on configuration. With second-row captain's chairs the Pathfinder seats 7. With a second-row bench it seats 8. Check the trim-level page for the unit you're looking at to confirm second-row layout.
    The 2026 Pathfinder lineup is S, SV, SL, Platinum, and Rock Creek. S is the value entry, SV and SL add comfort content, Platinum is the loaded trim with ProPILOT Assist 2.0, and Rock Creek is the off-pavement edition with unique exterior and interior trim.
    Rock Creek is the Pathfinder's off-pavement trim. It pairs the standard V6 powertrain with a unique grille and exterior trim, all-terrain-style tires on dark wheels, and exclusive interior trim. It's tuned for gravel-county-road and trail use rather than pure on-road duty.
    ProPILOT Assist 2.0 is Nissan's hands-off highway driving system, available on the Platinum trim. On mapped highways it can manage steering, braking, and lane changes with the driver's hands off the wheel while the driver remains attentive. Lower trims get the standard ProPILOT Assist instead.
    Yes. Safety Shield 360 is standard across the Pathfinder lineup. It bundles automatic emergency braking with pedestrian detection, blind-spot warning, rear cross-traffic alert, lane-departure warning, rear automatic braking, and high-beam assist.
    Nissan's New Vehicle Limited Warranty covers the 2026 Pathfinder for 3 years or 36,000 miles bumper-to-bumper, with 5 years or 60,000 miles of powertrain coverage, whichever comes first.