2025 Nissan Pathfinder – A Review of the Midsize Crossover SUV
Starting at $39,070
2025 Nissan Pathfinder - A Review of the Midsize Crossover SUV
The 2025 Nissan Pathfinder meets diverse driving needs in a midsize crossover SUV. From more accessible standard features across the lineup to additional amenities on top of last year's redesign, the newest models have something to offer everyone.
Learn more about the 2025 Pathfinder and why it's worth buying for drivers in the market for a new SUV.
2025 Nissan Pathfinder Release Date
The 2025 Pathfinder release date was the summer of 2024 and is available at your local dealerships now.
2025 Nissan Pathfinder Redesign Changes - What's New?
While the Pathfinder was redesigned last year, the 2025 models received new changes, including:
New standard power liftgate on the SV and Rock Creek trims
Now includes Nissan Maintenance Care program, providing up to three oil changes for the first two years or up to 24,000 miles
2025 Nissan Pathfinder Price & Configurations
The 2025 Pathfinder price starts at the following per trim level:
S: $39,070 MSRP
SV: $40,060 MSRP
Rock Creek: $45,160 MSRP
SL: $45,260 MSRP
Platinum: $51,810 MSRP
Each trim comes in standard 2WD and available 4WD, except for Rock Creek with solely 4WD.
2025 Nissan Pathfinder S
The 2025 Pathfinder S is the starter-level trim, with pricing starting at $39,070 MSRP. It's equipped with LED headlights and daytime running lights, four cargo tie-down hooks, a 12-volt DC power outlet, two USB-A ports, two USB-C ports, and an approach unlock/locking system.
Its key features include:
18-inch painted aluminum alloy wheels and all-season tires
Tri-zone automatic temperature control
Apple CarPlay integration, Android Auto compatibility, and Bluetooth hands-free phone system
Six-way manual driver's seat
The S may be the base-level trim, but it gives you all the standard necessities that midsize crossover SUV drivers value at a lower budget.
2025 Nissan Pathfinder SV
The 2025 Pathfinder SV has all the amenities of the SV and more, with pricing starting at $40,060 MSRP. It's equipped with heated front seats, ProPILOT Assist, and a six-speaker audio system.
Its key features include:
Remote engine start system with Intelligent Climate Control
NissanConnect eight-inch display
Rearview monitoring
10-way power driver's seat with two-way power lumbar support
There's also an available SV Premium Package, offering second-row foldable captain's chairs with tip-up configuration, a second-row removable center with cup holders, a panoramic moonroof, and more.
The SV trim is the goldilocks of the lineup, bringing modern amenities and daily driving necessities at a lower price point.
2025 Nissan Pathfinder Rock Creek Edition
The 2025 Pathfinder Rock Creek is your off-road-focused trim, with pricing starting at $45,160 MSRP. It's equipped with an additional 0.6 inches in ground clearance (7.6 inches total), off-road tuned suspension, and second-row fold-down captain's chairs.
The Rock Creek Edition also gets trim-exclusive designs with a black V-shaped grille featuring unique mesh styling with silver inserts and leatherette-appointed seats with special centers and Rock Creek badging.
Its key features include:
18-inch black-painted beadlock-style aluminum alloy wheels with all-terrain tires
Black tubular roof rack that can hold up to 260 lbs of cargo
HD Intelligent Around View® Monitor (I-AVM) system with Off-Road Mode
Rear privacy glass
For midsize SUV drivers seeking maximum outdoor performance, the Rock Creek Edition is designed to meet any adventure.
2025 Nissan Pathfinder SL
The 2025 Pathfinder SL is an upper-level trim, with pricing starting at $45,260 MSRP. It's equipped with leather-appointed seats in the first and second rows, ProPILOT Assist with Navi-Link, heated front seats, and a heated steering wheel.
Its key features include:
18-inch machine aluminum alloy wheels with medium metallic gray finish
NissanConnect® nine-inch color touchscreen display
HD I-AVM system
Wireless Apple CarPlay® integration and charging
There's also an available SL Premium Package, offering 20-inch dark-painted aluminum alloy wheels, heated outboard second-row seats, and a 13-speaker Bose audio system with a dual-driver woofer.
The SL trim gives you plenty of luxurious amenities without upgrading to the maximum upscale Platinum.
2025 Nissan Pathfinder Platinum
The 2025 Pathfinder Platinum has all the capabilities of the SL as the top-level trim and more, with pricing starting at $51,810 MSRP. It's equipped with a standard panoramic moonroof, a head-up display, and HD I-AVM. The Platinum also gets exclusive designs with a Bronze Metallic interior trim, power-folding outside mirrors, and rain-sensing wipers.
Its key features include:
20-inch machine aluminum alloy wheels with a dark metallic gray finish
Climate-controlled front seats with heating and cooling
13-speaker Bose premium audio system with dual woofers
Tow hitch receiver with seven-pin wiring harness
There's also a Platinum Captain's Chairs Package, offering second-row foldable captain's chairs with tip-up for easy third-row access and a second-row removable center console with cupholders.
The Platinum is perfect for drivers who want the most luxurious SUV of the 2025 Pathfinder lineup.
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2025 Nissan Pathfinder Exterior, Colors, & Dimensions
The 2025 Nissan Pathfinder colors come in the following standard and premium paints with select availability per trim level:Standard Colors:
Baja Storm Metallic (Rock Creek & Platinum)
Boulder Gray Pearl (Platinum)
Brilliant Silver Metallic (S, SV, SL, & Platinum)
Deep Ocean Blue Metallic (SV, SL, & Platinum)
Everest White Pearl TriCoat (SV, SL, & Platinum)
Glacier White (S & Rock Creek)
Gun Metallic (all trims)
Obsidian Green Pearl (Rock Creek, SL, & Platinum)
Scarlet Ember Tintcoat (SV, Rock Creek, SL, & Platinum)
Super Black (all trims)
Premium Paints:
Two-Tone Baja Storm Metallic/Super Black (Rock Creek & Platinum)
Two-Tone Boulder Gray Pearl/Super Black (Rock Creek, SL, & Platinum)
Two-Tone Everest White Pearl TriCoat/Super Black (Rock Creek, SL, & Platinum)
Two-Tone Gun Metallic/Super Black (SL & Platinum)
Two-Tone Obsidian Green Pearl/Super Black (Rock Creek, SL, & Platinum)
Two-Tone Scarlet Ember Tintcoat/Super Black (Rock Creek, SL, & Platinum)
The 2025 Nissan Pathfinder specs vary slightly per trim level, with its exterior dimensions starting at 197.7" L x 77.9" W x 70.9" H.
Roof rails, a power liftgate, LED fog lights, and rear sunshades are among the many exterior features included throughout the lineup.
2025 Nissan Pathfinder Interior, Seating, & Cargo Space
The 2025 Nissan Pathfinder colors come in the following interior shades with select availability per trim level:
Charcoal Cloth (S & SV)
Light Gray Cloth (SV)
Charcoal Leather Appointments (SL)
Light Gray Leather Appointments (SL)
Charcoal Leatherette (Rock Creek)
Charcoal Semi-Aniline Leather Appointments (Platinum)
Chestnut Semi-Aniline Leather Appointments (Platinum)
All trims can seat up to eight passengers with three rows, except for Rock Creek at seven. However, seven-passenger seating with captain's chairs is available to configure your ideal SUV.
The 2025 Pathfinder models get an EZ FLEX seating system that tilts and slides the second-row seats for easier third-row access-even with child safety seats installed via LATCH AND GLIDE technology.
Also included is the NissanConnect Services via the MyNISSAN app to manage your SUV remotely, including engine start, unlock/lock, and car location finder.
The 2025 Nissan Pathfinder specs vary per trim level, with interior dimensions starting at:
Max Cargo Volume: 80.5 cu ft
Front Legroom: 44.3 in
Rear Legroom: 35.5 in
Third Row Legroom: 28 in
If you want to upgrade your trim, several features are available, including:
12.3-inch widescreen digital dashboard featuring fully customizable digital gauges
Smartphone connectivity via Siri® voice control and wireless Apple CarPlay®
Wireless charging
2025 Nissan Pathfinder Engines, Performance, Reliability
The 2025 Pathfinder drivetrain has a 3.5L six-cylinder engine paired with a nine-speed automatic transmission. It produces up to 284 hp and 259 lb-ft of torque. The 4WD models accelerate from 0 to 6mph in 6.6 seconds and 6.7 seconds for 2WD models, beating similar rivals in the midsize SUV market.
An Intelligent 4x4 system is also available with seven Drive and Terrain Modes, including Mud/Rut, Sand, Snow, Tow, Sport, and Eco to navigate rugged roads smoothly.
2025 Nissan Pathfinder MPG Ratings
The 2025 Pathfinder MPG ratings vary per configuration and trim level:
2WD Models: 20 mpg city / 27 mpg highway / 23 mpg combined
4WD Models: 21 mpg city / 27 mpg highway / 23 mpg combined
These fuel economy ratings make the Pathfinder among the best in its class.
2025 Nissan Pathfinder Towing Capacity & Payload Rating
The 2025 Pathfinder's max towing capacity and payload rating vary per trim level and configuration:
Compared to most similar midsize SUV rivals, the 2025 Pathfinder's max towing capacity outbeats them by almost 1,000 lbs. The new models also have towing assistance technologies like driver-selectable Tow Mode, trailer sway control, and a tow hitch receiver with a seven-pin wiring harness for easier trailering.
2025 Nissan Pathfinder Safety Ratings & Technology
The 2025 Pathfinder models all have Safety Shield 360, bringing plenty of standard safety and driver assistance technologies, including:
Automatic emergency braking with pedestrian detection
Intelligent forward collision warning
Lane departure warning
Blind-spot monitoring
LATCH child seating system
They're also highly rated for their safety, with a five-star overall from the NHTSA and being the IIHS' Top Safety Pick for three consecutive years (2022 to 2025).
ProPILOT Assist with Navi-Link is also available, adjusting your SUV to traffic flows for easier lane centering and real-time mapping to read the road ahead, including curves, interchanges, and junctions, to slow you down for a smoother ride. It can even adjust your set speed based on traffic sign recognition!
