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.

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2025 Nissan Pathfinder Release Date

The 2025 Nissan Pathfinder release date was the summer of 2024 and is available at your local dealerships now. It was manufactured at the Nissan Smyrna Assembly Plant in Smyrna, Tennessee.

2025 Nissan Pathfinder Changes - What's New?

• Newly standard Nissan Maintenance Care program, providing up to three oil changes for the first two years or up to 24,000 miles 

• Power liftgate now standard on the SV and Rock Creek trims

• Upgraded semi-aniline leather-appointed seats with Bronze Metallic trim on the Platinum

2025 Nissan Pathfinder Price, Trims, & Configurations

The 2025 Nissan Pathfinder has five trim levels with pricing starting at:

• 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 only 4WD.

2025 Nissan Pathfinder S

The 2025 Nissan Pathfinder S is the entry-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" painted aluminum alloy wheels and all-season tires

• 8" NissanConnect color touchscreen 

• Apple CarPlay integration, Android Auto compatibility, and Bluetooth hands-free phone system

• Six-way manual driver's seat and tri-zone automatic temperature control

The S is the base-level trim, but still gives you all the standard necessities that midsize crossover SUV drivers value at a lower budget.

2025 Nissan Pathfinder SV

The 2025 Nissan 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:

• 18" Dark-painted aluminum alloy wheels with all-season tires

• 8" NissanConnect color touchscreen 

• Remote engine start system with Intelligent Climate Control and 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, balancing modern amenities and daily driving necessities at a lower price point.

2025 Nissan Pathfinder Rock Creek Edition

The 2025 Nissan Pathfinder Rock Creek is your off-road-focused trim, with pricing starting at $45,160 MSRP. It's equipped with an additional 0.6" in ground clearance (7.6" 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" Black-painted beadlock-style aluminum alloy wheels with all-terrain tires

• 8" NissanConnect color touchscreen

• HD Intelligent Around View Monitor with Off-Road Mode

• Rear privacy glass and a black tubular roof rack that can hold up to 260 lbs of cargo

For midsize SUV drivers seeking maximum outdoor performance, the Rock Creek Edition is designed to meet any adventure.

2025 Nissan Pathfinder SL

The 2025 Nissan 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" machine aluminum alloy wheels with Medium Metallic Gray finish

• 9" NissanConnect color touchscreen

• HD Intelligent Around-View Monitor

• Wireless Apple CarPlay integration and charging

There's also an available SL Premium Package, offering 20" 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 Nissan 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 Intelligent Around-View Monitor. 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" machine aluminum alloy wheels with a Dark Metallic Gray finish

• Climate-controlled front seats with heating and cooling

• 9" NissanConnect color touchscreen and 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.

The 2025 Nissan Pathfinder is a midsize crossover SUV with four doors and aluminum alloy wheels. It has roof rails, a power liftgate, LED fog lights, and rear sunshades. The body features a boxy shape with its signature V-motion front grille and a "floating roof" that connects the C-pillar to the rear window glass.

It comes 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 Pathfinder exterior dimensions vary slightly per trim level, with specs starting at 197.7" L x 77.9" W x 70.9" H.

2025 Nissan Pathfinder Interior, Seating, & Cargo Space

The 2025 Nissan Pathfinder has three rows, fitting up to eight passengers with a 60/40-split second-row bench seat, except for the Rock Creek. This trim level and models with the captain's chairs configuration fit up to seven passengers. 

A NissanConnect color touchscreen is standard, starting at 8", increasing to 9" for upper trim levels. Apple CarPlay/Android Auto integration, Bluetooth, and Siri Eyes Free are also standard across the lineup. Several infotainment features are available, including a 12.3" widescreen digital dashboard with customizable digital gauges, wireless Apple CarPlay, and wireless charging.

The 2025 Pathfinder comes in the following cabin themes, 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)

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 is standard. The NissanConnect Services via the MyNISSAN app are also standard, managing the Pathfinder remotely, including engine start, unlock/lock, and car location finder.

The 2025 Pathfinder specs vary per trim level, with interior dimensions starting at:

• Front Head Room: 42.3" (without moonroof)
• Front Leg Room: 44.3" 
• Front Shoulder Room: 60.8"
• Front Hip Room: 58.3"
• Second Head Room: 39.6" (without moonroof)
• Second Leg Room: 35.5"
• Second Shoulder Room: 59.6"
• Second Hip Room: 56.3"
• Third Head Room: 37.8" (without moonroof)
• Third Leg Room: 28.0"
• Third Shoulder Room: 58.4"
• Third Hip Room: 46.7"
• Max Cargo Volume: 80.5 cu.-ft.

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2025 Nissan Pathfinder Engines, Performance, & Reliability

The 2025 Nissan Pathfinder 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 60 mph 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 modes to customize the driving settings for various road conditions and terrain, including:

• Mud/Rut
• Sand
• Snow
• Tow
• Sport
• Eco

2025 Nissan Pathfinder MPG Ratings

The 2025 Nissan Pathfinder MPG ratings slightly vary per configuration and trim level, with estimates starting at:   

• 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 Nissan Pathfinder's max towing capacity and payload rating vary per trim level and configuration:                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        

With the 6,000 lbs maximum towing capacity, it can haul items such as multiple ATVs, a ski boat, and a midsize camper trailer. Compared to most similar midsize SUV rivals, the 2025 Pathfinder's max towing capacity outbeats them by almost 1,000 lbs.

There are also towing assistance technologies, including:

• Tow Mode
• Trailer Sway Control
• Tow hitch receiver with a seven-pin wiring harness 

2025 Nissan Pathfinder Safety Ratings & Technology

The 2025 Nissan Pathfinder has high safety ratings. It has a perfect five-star overall safety rating from the NHTSA and is the IIHS' Top Safety Pick for three consecutive years (2022 to 2025).

All trim levels come with 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

There are also available features, such as ProPILOT Assist with Navi-Link, which adjusts the SUV to traffic flows for easier lane centering and real-time mapping to read the road ahead. These include curves, interchanges, and junctions, to slow you down for a smoother ride. It can even adjust your set speed based on Traffic Sign Recognition. Other available features include rain-sensing windshield wipers, a smart rearview mirror, and front parking sensors.

2025 Nissan Pathfinder Reviews: Is It a Worthy Midsize SUV to Buy?

The 2025 Nissan Pathfinder has positive reviews from several leading automotive publications.

As mentioned above, the IIHS nominated the Pathfinder as the Top Safety Pick from 2022 to 2025, including the newest models, making it a sought-after family vehicle.

US Cars & News ranked it among the Best Midsize SUVs for 2024 and 2025 and Best SUVs with 3 Rows for 2024 and 2025, showcasing its significant overall value for drivers.

Whether you need a carpooling-friendly or outdoor-oriented crossover SUV, the 2025 Pathfinder is the perfect midsize vehicle for all drivers. 

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