
2022 Nissan Pathfinder Platinum 4WD
Vehicle Type: SUV/Minivan Gasoline
72
overall score
Category Ranking: 21
Vehicle Price
Base Price:
$48,090
Price as Tested:
$51,395
Fuel Information
Fuel Type: Regular
Fuel Capacity (gal): 18.5
EPA City mpg: 20
EPA Highway mpg: 25
EPA Combined mpg: 22
Advanced Safety Features
- Adaptive Cruise Control [O]
- Advanced Headlights [S]
- Automatic Emergency Braking [S]
- Blind-Spot Warning [S]
- Driver Monitoring [S]
- Forward-Collision Warning [S]
- Lane-Departure Warning [S]
- Lane-Keeping Assistance [O]
- Rear Cross-Traffic Warning [S]
- Reverse Automatic Emergency Braking [S]
- [S] Standard, [O] Optional
Overall Observations
If you’re at all into cars, Pathfinder will be a familiar name. The midsize
3-row crossover debuted in 1990 and, after a year’s hiatus in 2021 and
a full redesign, enters its eighth generation in 2022.
The new Pathfinder’s sleeker exterior styling and more upscale
cabin materials are a big plus. Just one drivetrain is available: a
3.5-liter V6 engine (284 hp) mated to a 9-speed automatic. Even the
base S trim offers lots of desirable standard features, such as pushbutton
start, LED headlights with auto high beams, 3-zone automatic
climate control, and a host of advanced safety features.
The Pathfinder’s roomy cabin is a pleasant place to spend time:
It’s easy to get in and out of, has comfortable seating, good legroom
front and rear, and good visibility all around. But third-row seating is
cramped.
The Pathfinder’s driving experience could use some improving,
however: The steering feels disconnected and numb, and passengers
will definitely notice drivetrain harshness and vibration, especially
on rough roads. Fuel economy isn’t a positive, either: 22 mpg in
combined driving.
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Strengths and Weaknesses
Strong Points
- Improved exterior andinterior design
- Good interior cabin space,including headroom andlegroom
- Good all-around visibility
Weak Points
- Cabin vibration,especially over roughroads
- Numb, disconnectedsteering
- Poor fuel-economyratings
Vehicle Specifications
Model year tested: 2022
Number of passengers (F/R): 2/5
Curb weight (lbs): 4700.0
Exterior L / W / H (in): 197.7 / 77.9 / 70.7
Wheelbase (in): 114.2
Number of air bags: 11
Warranty (months/miles): 36/36,000
Tire manufacturer and model: Hankook Dynapro HP2
Front and rear tire size: 255/50 R20
Max towing capacity (lbs): 6000
Headlight type: LED
Transmission type: Auto 9-speed
Drivetrain type: All wheel
Engine/motor: 3.5L V6 DOHC
Engine horsepower @ RPM: 284 @ 6400
Test Data
Test Vehicle Scores
Advanced Safety Features:
9.40Fuel Efficiency:
3.15EPA Emissions Score:
5.00Acceleration:
4.64Braking:
5.88Handling:
6.69Ride Quality:
7.05Interior Size:
5.01Easy of Entry and Exit:
7.20Visibility:
8.01Interior Noise:
6.31Cargo Capacity:
4.42
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