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2023 Nissan Pathfinder
Used from
$52,500 excl. on-roads
8
CarExpert Rating
Safety Rating
5
Warranty
5 years
Fuel Efficiency
10 - 10.5 L / 100km
About the Nissan Pathfinder
Last updated Dec 18, 2024The Nissan Pathfinder is back, and the latest generation offers considerably more technology and a much fresher look inside and out than before.
The range opens with a front-wheel drive ST, slotting below the all-wheel drive ST-L, the front- or all-wheel drive Ti, and the flagship, all-wheel drive Ti-L.
The Pathfinder’s available four-wheel drive system features direct coupling and a range of terrain modes, comprising Snow, Sand, Mud/Rut plus a dedicated Tow mode. The latter features an onboard trailer stability program.
While Nissan Australia claims the new Pathfinder offers “go-anywhere capability” and is keen to call this version more “rugged” than its chief competitors, it’s not some body-on-frame 4×4 with low-range like the third-generation model sold between 2005 and 2012 (or, for that matter, a Toyota Prado).
The only powertrain is a 3.5-litre V6, now mated with a nine-speed torque-converter automatic transmission instead of a CVT.
Pros
- Newfound rugged design is a winner
- Loads of features and tech
- Sharper dynamics and refinement are most welcome
Cons
- More expensive than some rivals
- Service costs are dearer than some competitors
- Same engine as its predecessor
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2023 Nissan Pathfinder Price
Ti
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 3.5L, 9 sp automatic Unleaded FWD 5d Suv | $65,910 |
| 3.5L, 9 sp automatic Unleaded 4x4 5d Suv | $71,490 |
ST
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 3.5L, 9 sp automatic Unleaded FWD 5d Suv | $54,190 |
ST-L
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 3.5L, 9 sp automatic Unleaded 4x4 5d Suv | $61,790 |
Ti-L
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 3.5L, 9 sp automatic Unleaded 4x4 5d Suv | $81,490 |
*excl. on-roads
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2023 Nissan Pathfinder Specs
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2023 Nissan Pathfinder Dimensions
1802mm
1978mm
5004mm
The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
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It has 205L of cargo / boot space with all seats up, expanding to 554L with the third row dropped and 782L with the second and third row dropped.
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2023 Nissan Pathfinder Exterior
A superb modern design with smart lines that both give the new Pathfinder a stylish edge but also make what is a rather large SUV look well proportioned and agile.
Nissan's design team has utilised the same new family design elements as seen on the X-Trail and Qashqai.
2023 Nissan Pathfinder Interior
The new Nissan Pathfinder's interior is a substantial improvement over the old vehicle. We will be reviewing the model in due course and will update with our impressions.
2023 Nissan Pathfinder Infotainment
The base model Pathfinder ST still packs a pretty decent infotainment system with a a 9.0-inch touchscreen, 10.8-inch head-up display and 7.0-inch TFT instrument cluster display. There is support for wireless Apple CarPlay but Android users will still need to plug in. The ST's sound system makes do with six-speakers.
Inside, occupants will find a generous 2 x USB-A, 2 x USB-C and 2 x 12V outlets.
Step up to the Pathfinder STL and you will get the much needed surround-view camera with moving-object sensors. We feel this should be standard on the base model as well.
Further up the range, the Pathfinder Ti adds wireless phone charging (handy when you have wireless CarPlay), a much better 13-speaker BOSE audio system and third-row USB-A port
The top spec Ti-L gains a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster.
2023 Nissan Pathfinder Safety Rating
The New Nissan Pathfinder has yet to be tested by ANCAP.
Standard safety equipment on all models includes:
- Autonomous emergency braking with pedestrian and cyclist detection and junction assist
- Reverse autonomous emergency braking
- Blind-spot assist
- Lane-keep assist
- Lane departure warning
- Rear cross-traffic alert
- Traffic-sign recognition with over-speed prevention
- Adaptive cruise control with speed limiter
- Tyre pressure monitoring
- Nine airbags
- Reversing camera with rear parking sensors
ST-L and up also receive:
- Surround-view camera
- ProPilot (adaptive cruise control + lane centering)
2023 Nissan Pathfinder Fuel Economy
The 2023 Nissan Pathfinder uses 10L/100km on the combined cycle in front-wheel drive guise and 10.5L/100km in all-wheel drive models.
It has a 71L fuel tank.
| Nissan Pathfinder | Fuel Type | Combined |
|---|---|---|
| 3.5L, 9 sp automatic Unleaded 4x4 5d Suv | Unleaded | 10.5 L/100km |
| 3.5L, 9 sp automatic Unleaded FWD 5d Suv | Unleaded | 9.9 L/100km |
Cost of ownership
What are the running and servicing costs of a Nissan Pathfinder?
Service intervals are 12 months or 15,000 kilometres – whichever comes first.
Pathfinder 2WD service pricing:
- 15,000km/12 months: $351
- 30,000km/24 months: $647
- 45,000km/36 months: $372
- 60,000km/48 months: $686
- 75,000km/60 months: $395
- 90,000km/72 months: $1553
Pathfinder 4WD service pricing:
- 15,000km/12 months: $351
- 30,000km/24 months: $710
- 45,000km/36 months: $372
- 60,000km/48 months: $753
- 75,000km/60 months: $395
- 90,000km/72 months: $1625
How does the 2023 Nissan Pathfinder drive?
Our expert take on Nissan Pathfinder drivability.
The 2023 Nissan Pathfinder is powered by a naturally-aspirated 3.5-litre V6 engine producing 202kW of power at 6400rpm and 340Nm of torque at 4800rpm, identical outputs to its predecessor. The old CVT has been scrapped in favour of a nine-speed torque-converter automatic transmission. It’s available with both front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive.
2023 Nissan Pathfinder Colours
What colours are available for the Nissan Pathfinder
The 2023 Nissan Pathfinder is available in the following colours:
- Glacier White
- Scarlet Ember
- Super Black
- Gun Metallic
- Brilliant Silver
- Ivory Pearl
- Deep Ocean Blue Pearl
The Ti and Ti-L are also available in the following two-tone treatments:
- Boulder Grey with black roof
- Scarlet Ember with black roof
- Ivory Pearl with black roof
- Gun Metallic with black roof
2023 Nissan Pathfinder Warranty
Nissan backs its vehicles with a five-year unlimited kilometre warranty and five-years roadside assist.
Service intervals are 12 months or 15,000 kilometres – whichever comes first.
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Nissan Pathfinder FAQs
The cheapest Nissan Pathfinder is the ST (2WD) that starts from $52,500.
The most expensive Nissan Pathfinder is the Ti-L (4WD) that starts from $79,000.
The best towing capacity of a Nissan Pathfinder is 2700 kg offered by the following variants: ST (2WD), ST-L (4WD), Ti (2WD), Ti (4WD) and Ti-L (4WD).
The largest Nissan Pathfinder is the ST (2WD) which measures 1978mm wide, 5004mm in length and sits 1802mm tall.
The most powerful Nissan Pathfinder is the ST (2WD) which has 202kW of power from its 3.5L DIRECT FUEL INJ engine.
The Nissan Pathfinder is built in Japan and shipped to Australia.
The heaviest Nissan Pathfinder is the ST (2WD) which weighs 2750 kg (kerb weight).
The Nissan Pathfinder uses Premium Unleaded Petrol.