The 2026 Nissan Pathfinder may be a mid-cycle refresh, but it introduces several valuable changes for mid-size SUV drivers. From new technologies to refreshed styling, learn everything you need to know about the new Nissan Pathfinder and why it's worth considering as your next vehicle.

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2026 Nissan Pathfinder Release Date

The 2026 Nissan Pathfinder release date is set for early 2026. The start of production (SORP) is at the Smyrna plant in Tennessee.

2026 Nissan Pathfinder Redesign Changes - What's New?

The 2026 Nissan Pathfinder isn't a redesigned model, but a mid-cycle refresh, with the following changes currently revealed:

• Larger standard 12.3" infotainment touchscreen
• Base-level S trim removed from the lineup
• Updated front/rear fascias and satin exterior badges
• New Baltic Teal Pearl paint color
• Restyled dashboard
• New black roof rails on the SL and Platinum trims 
• New Platinum-exclusive 20" wheel designs, seat quilting patterns, and a wood-tone trim
• Resdesigned class-exclusive wireless device charger
• 12.3" digital instrument cluster now standard on the SL 
• Two new camera systems on the available and class-exclusive HD Enhanced Intelligent Around View  
• New Rock Creek Premium Package

2026 Nissan Pathfinder Price, Trims, & Configurations

The 2026 Nissan Pathfinder has four trim levels, with pricing starting at:

• SV: $39,900 MSRP
• SL: $42,500 MSRP
• Rock Creek: $45,000 MSRP
• Platinum: $49,400 MSRP

There is a standard 2WD and available 4WD for all trims, except for the Rock Creek, with only 4WD.

2026 Nissan Pathfinder SV

The 2026 Nissan Pathfinder SV is now the entry-level trim, with pricing starting at $39,900 MSRP.

Its key features are:

• 18" dark-painted aluminum alloy wheels and 18" all-season tires
• 12.3" NissanConnect infotainment touchscreen and 7.3" multi-function information display 
• Six-speaker audio system
• Cloth seat trim with heated front seats

The SV Premium Package is also available on the 2026 Pathfinder SV, offering a panoramic moonroof, a wireless charger, second-row climate controls, two 12-volt DC power outlets, a heated steering wheel, and a tow hitch receiver with a seven-pin wiring harness.

2026 Nissan Pathfinder SL

The 2026 Nissan Pathfinder SL is the lower-level luxury trim, with pricing starting at $42,500 MSRP. 

Its key features are:

• 18" machine-finished alloy wheels and 18" all-season tires
• 12.39" NissanConnect infotainment touchscreen, 12.3" multi-function information display, and wireless charging
• Six-speaker audio system
• Leather-appointed seats with heated front seats and a heated steering wheel

The SL Premium Package is also available on the 2026 Pathfinder SL, offering a class-leading 6,000 lbs max towing capacity, quilted leatherette seating, and a power moonroof.

2026 Nissan Pathfinder Rock Creek

The 2026 Nissan Pathfinder Rock Creek is the off-road trim, with pricing starting at $45,000 MSRP. 

Its key features are:

• 18" beadlock-style aluminum alloy wheels and 18" all-terrain tires
• Intelligent Around View Monitor with Off-Road Mode and Hill Descent Control
• Power liftgate, Intelligent 4x4, lifted ride height, and off-road-tuned suspension
• Leatherette-appointed seats with heated front seats, tubular roof rack, unique bumper/grille, and LED fog lights

A Rock Creek Premium package is new for the 2026 Pathfinder Rock Creek, offering a panoramic moonroof, wireless phone charging, a 12-volt power outlet in the cargo area, and a heated steering wheel as available features.

2026 Nissan Pathfinder Platinum

The 2026 Nissan Pathfinder Platinum is the top-level luxury trim, with pricing starting at $49,400 MSRP. 

Its key features are:

• 20" machine-finished aluminum alloy wheels and 20" all-season tires
• New black roof rails and motion-activated power liftgate
• 12.3" NissanConnect infotainment touchscreen, 12.3" multi-function information display, wireless charging, 13-speaker Bose premium audio system, and a panoramic moonroof with a power sunshade
• Semi-aniline leather-appointed seats with climate-controlled front seats and a heated steering wheel

The Captain's Chairs package, offering second-row fold-down captain's chairs and a removable center console, is also available on the 2026 Pathfinder Platinum.

The 2026 Nissan Pathfinder is a mid-size crossover SUV with four doors, roof rails, aluminum alloy wheels, and rugged styling. The front/rear fascias were updated, and the body features satin exterior badges.

It comes in the following paint colors, with select availability per trim level:

• Baltic Teal Pearl (SL, Rock Creek, & Platinum) - new
• Boulder Gray Pearl (Platinum)
• Deep Ocean Blue Metallic (SV, SL, & Platinum)
• Everest White Pearl TriCoat (All trims)
• Gun Metallic (All trims)
• Scarlet Ember Tintcoat (SV, SL, & Platinum)
• Super Black (All trims)
• Two-Tone Baltic Teal Pearl/Super Black (Rock Creek & Platinum)
• Two-Tone Boulder Gray Pearl/Super Black (Rock Creek & Platinum)
• Two-Tone Everest White Pearl TriCoat/Super Black (Rock Creek & Platinum)
• Two-Tone Scarlet Ember Tintcoat/Super Black (Platinum)

The exterior dimensions are 197.7" L x 77.9" W x 70.9" H.

2026 Nissan Pathfinder Interior, Seating, & Cargo Space

The 2026 Nissan Pathfinder has three rows, fitting up to seven or eight passengers. Models with captain's chairs configuration have a seven-passenger capacity.




The LATCH AND GLIDE technology tips and slides the second-row seats for easier third-row access, which also carries over, even with child safety seats installed.

The interior dimensions should stay the same as last year's, varying per trim and configuration, with specs starting at:

• Front Head Room: 42.3"
• Front Leg Room: 44.3" 
• Front Shoulder Room: 60.8"
• Front Hip Room: 58.3"
• Rear Head Room: 39.6"
• Rear Leg Room: 35.5"
• Rear Shoulder Room: 59.6"
• Rear Hip Room: 56.3"
• Cargo Capacity: 80.5 cu.-ft.

One of the biggest changes for the 2026 Pathfinder is its technology. It gets a new, larger 12.3" infotainment touchscreen that's standard across the lineup. The wireless device charger was redesigned with a cooling fan to reduce heat buildup, has magnetic phone positioning, and is now compatible with more devices. Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto integration remain standard across the lineup.

It comes in the following cabin themes, with select availability per trim level:

• Charcoal Cloth (SV)
• Charcoal TailorFit (SL)
• Light Gray TailorFit (SL)
• Charcoal Leatherette (Rock Creek)
• Charcoal Semi-Aniline Leather Appointments (Platinum)
• Chestnut Semi-Aniline Leather Appointments (Platinum)

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2026 Nissan Pathfinder Engines, Performance, & Reliability

The 2026 Nissan Pathfinder has one powertrain: a 3.5L V6 six-cylinder engine with a nine-speed automatic transmission. It produces up to 284 hp and 259 lb.-ft. of torque. The transmission has paddle shifters for additional drive control. Idle stop and start is standard across the lineup that can be powered on//off with a button.

Models with Intelligent 4x4 access a rotary drive-mode sector dial with seven options to customize the vehicle performance on various terrain: