2022 Nissan Pathfinder

　　

2022 Nissan Pathfinder Review

byReese CountsVehicle Test Editor

　　Reese Counts has worked in the automotive industry since he started as an intern at zzdcar in 2015. He has written or edited thousands of car-related articles and tested and reviewed hundreds of vehicles over the course of his career. Reese is a vehicle test editor at zzdcar and has also contributed to Autoblog. Reese has also been featured on Yahoo! Finance, Engadget and AOL reviewing cars and covering automotive technology, auto shows and more. Reese learned to drive in his father's C4 Chevrolet Corvette and now owns his grandfather's 1999 Mercedes-Benz C43 AMG. A love for cars runs deep in his family.

　　The Nissan Pathfinder is a midsize three-row SUV that we've long praised for its spacious cabin and strong towing figures. Outside of those attributes, however, the previous-generation Pathfinder struggled to make an impact amid a competitive set of rivals that include the Honda Pilot and Kia Telluride. Aiming to boost interest, Nissan has redesigned the Pathfinder for the 2022 model year.

　　

Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 2022 Nissan Pathfinder S 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 9A) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.06 per gallon for regular unleaded in North Dakota.

Monthly estimates based on costs in North Dakota

　　$165/mo  for Pathfinder S

　　Pathfinder S

　　S 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 9A) - $34,640 MSRPS 4dr SUV 4WD (3.5L 6cyl 9A) - $36,540 MSRPSV 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 9A) - $37,460 MSRPSV 4dr SUV 4WD (3.5L 6cyl 9A) - $39,360 MSRPSL 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 9A) - $40,540 MSRPSL 4dr SUV 4WD (3.5L 6cyl 9A) (Most Popular) - $42,440 MSRPPlatinum 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 9A) - $47,140 MSRPPlatinum 4dr SUV 4WD (3.5L 6cyl 9A) - $49,040 MSRP

　　vs

　　$229/mo

　　Avg. Large SUV

　　Compared to the 2020 Pathfinder (there's no 2021 model), the new Pathfinder has more muscular and upright styling, a new nine-speed automatic transmission, retuned steering, additional interior storage and new technology features. We're also pleased that Nissan revised the Pathfinder's suspension tuning for 2022. The previous model's ride quality, in particular, could be overly choppy.

　　Especially in the area of technology, the Pathfinder has grown up quite a bit. It's quieter, more comfortable and better to drive than before. It's worth checking out if you're shopping for a family-friendly three-row SUV, but know that you can get more driving pizzazz from a Honda Pilot or a Kia Telluride or more interior space from a Chevrolet Traverse or a Volkswagen Atlas. Check out our Expert Rating below to get our full analysis of the redesign Pathfinder.

　　zzdcar Expert Rating

　　Our VerdictThe zzdcar Vehicle Testing Team evaluates a fresh batch of vehicles every week, pairing objective assessments at our test track with real-world driving on city streets, freeways and winding roads. The data we gather results in our Expert Ratings. They’re based on 30-plus scores that cover every aspect of the automotive experience.

　　Good

　　7.7

　　out of 10

　　zzdcar TESTED

　　Rated for you by America's best test team.

　　

Performance

7.5/10

　　How does the Pathfinder drive? The new Pathfinder feels right on par for the class. Performance from the V6 is about even with the class leaders. The transmission can be reluctant to downshift uphill, but most of the time it shifts smoothly and unobtrusively. Braking performance is average as well.

　　Nissan has done a decent job tuning the Pathfinder's handling. It feels composed and stable around turns, and passengers won't feel tossed around on curvy roads. The steering feels a bit heavier than the steering in some rivals, but it's direct and makes the sizable Pathfinder easy to turn and park.

　　

Comfort

8.0/10

　　How comfortable is the Pathfinder? We didn't find the Pathfinder to be the most comfortable vehicle in its class, but it's not a bad place to spend your time. The ride is comfortable without feeling overly soft or bouncy. You feel bumps, but they don't send shocks through the seats. The front seats are a bit flat and firm, so comfort can wane after a long day behind the wheel.

　　The climate control system works well, blowing very cold without the fans imitating a jet engine at takeoff. We like the system's easy-to-use buttons and knobs too. Wind and road noise levels are pretty low.

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