2018 Nissan Pathfinder Release date and Specs

Read our most comprehensive review of the 2018 Nissan Pathfinder standard features, trim levels, and available options. Additional new features for the 2018 Nissan Pathfinder include a heated steering wheel, and optional heated and power operated front seats on lower-trim models with cloth upholstery. Front-wheel drive is standard and all-wheel drive is optional. In addition to the gas-only model, the 2018 Nissan Pathfinder is also available as a hybrid with all-wheel drive as standard.

YOU’LL LIKE

• Many trims to choose from
• Comfortable and spacious interior
• Active safety features come standard

YOU WON’T LIKE

• Choppy ride in SE trim
• Subpar interior fit and finish
• The V-6 engine could use more power

In a 2018 comparison test that included the car, the 2018 Nissan Pathfinder placed fifth. Handling also proved to be another 2018 Nissan Pathfinder weak spot and we found the steering to be numb.

The 2018 Nissan Pathfinder, on the other hand, is a better package, as we noted in a 2017 First Test, thanks to its smooth powertrain and well-calibrated brakes that smoothly transition between regenerative and mechanical braking. However, since it isn’t a plug-in hybrid, the 2018 Nissan Pathfinder doesn’t have much EV mode range and can only travel around 0.5 miles on electricity. A rear view camera with rear parking sensors is now standard on all models.

The car is the only 2018 Nissan Pathfinder trim level that can be had with a cool two-tone exterior color scheme. The ride itself was smooth, and road imperfections were barely felt.