2026 Nissan Pathfinder towing a small enclosed trailer while driving on a highway.

THE NEW 2026 NISSAN Pathfinder^®
Features

PERFORMANCE: ENGINE, TOWING, 4X4, AND MORE

Strong, smart, and capable

With the confidence to power through city streets, highways, and rugged trails, Pathfinder delivers the strength and towing capability you need for your next journey. [[114]]

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2026 Nissan Pathfinder towing a bumper-pull trailer loaded with an ATV along a dirt road.

6,000 lbs. Towing Capacity — up to [[1737]]

Pathfinder’s available seven driver-selectable modes include a Tow Mode with Downhill Speed Control, which helps reduce hunting for gears for more confident towing. Trailer Sway Control further enhances towing. [[114]]

2026 Nissan Pathfinder head-on view driving through city streets with buildings in the background.

284 Horsepower [[1718]]

259 Lb-ft of Torque [[1728]]

Backed by years of engineering refinement, the 3.5L Direct Injection Gasoline (DIG) V6 engine and 9-speed automatic transmission deliver both dynamic power and enduring reliability. And with up to 27 highway mpg, Pathfinder is built to go the distance. [[1760]]

2026 Nissan Pathfinder rear three-quarter view driving on an unpaved road surrounded by trees with yellow autumn leaves.

Intelligent 4x4 Confident handling

Pathfinder’s available Intelligent 4x4 system is equipped with direct coupling, which lets you start confidently in low-traction road conditions, such as snow, and helps keep you on your steered path. [[1345]]

Rock Creek®

Rugged design and powerful capability

More power, power style. With its 295 hp and 270 lb-ft of torque and rugged upgrades, including an off-road-tuned suspension, all-terrain tires, and a heavy-duty tubular roof rack, Pathfinder Rock Creek was built for serious adventure. [[23]][[1718]][[1728]]

Drive Modes

One dial, multiple terrains

Dial in your adventure by selecting one of the seven available Drive and Terrain Modes, which can assist in various conditions, including snow, rain, sand, dirt, or gravel.

2026 Nissan Pathfinder driving on a winding dirt trail through a forest.

Dynamic Drive Tech

Hill Start Assist & Hill Descent Control

When you travel steeper paths, hill start assist helps prevent rollback, while available hill descent control helps you go down a steep grade at a controlled speed.

Find your path

See how Pathfinder’s rugged engineering and advanced technology power real confidence off the pavement.

2026 Nissan Pathfinder driving on a winding dirt road through a dense forest landscape.

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2026 Nissan Pathfinder interior showing seating for up to eight.

2026 Nissan Pathfinder interior showing second-row captain’s chairs with a removable center console between them.

2026 Nissan Pathfinder interior showing the passenger-side second-row seat tilted forward with a child seat securely installed.

INTERIOR: SEATING, CARGO & COMFORT

Designed for life

Bring the whole family with three spacious rows, available three-row USB ports, and seating for up to eight. Enjoy year-round comfort with available heated and ventilated front seats. [[48]]

It’s the ultimate in full-house comfort. Opt for the available second-row captain’s chairs and comfortably seat seven. There’s even a removable center console for easy third-row access.

Get easy access, even with a child seat in place. The second-row chairs slide forward and tilt in two simple moves, and the system can be accessed from either side of the vehicle as well as the third row. [[73]]

INTERIOR: SEATING, CARGO & COMFORT

Designed for life

Seating for up to eight

Bring the whole family with three spacious rows, available three-row USB ports, and seating for up to eight. Enjoy year-round comfort with available heated and ventilated front seats. [[48]]

2nd-row Captain’s Chairs

It’s the ultimate in full-house comfort. Opt for the available second-row captain’s chairs and comfortably seat seven. There’s even a removable center console for easy third-row access.

EZ FLEX® 2nd-row Seating System

Get easy access, even with a child seat in place. The second-row chairs slide forward and tilt in two simple moves, and the system can be accessed from either side of the vehicle as well as the third row. [[73]]

Flexible storage solutions

Pathfinder’s ready to help you bring what you need, with easy-folding seats and a cavernous cargo space. And an available Motion Activated Liftgate helps make loading even easier. [[23]]

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Cargo Space

Pathfinder excels with a huge 80.5 cu. ft. of cargo space and a maximum floor area of 79.8" x 48.8". And Pathfinder’s easy-folding second- and third-row seats add to its user-friendly design. [[23]]

2026 Nissan Pathfinder rear view of the open cargo area packed with gear and the liftgate raised.

Motion Activated Liftgate

Whether you’re packing paddleboards or groceries, the available kick-activated liftgate makes loading easier. [[23]]

2026 Nissan Pathfinder parked in a field with the liftgate open as the driver unloads gear from the cargo area.

Under-floor Storage

Find even more room for adventure, thanks to an out-of-sight cargo storage space that’s also easy to clean.

Pass-through Console

Pathfinder also offers a stealthy place to hide those family-size snacks and other essential go-to items.

2026 Nissan Pathfinder parked with the driver using navigation on the NissanConnect touchscreen display.

TECHNOLOGY

High-tech and high-fidelity

Pathfinder doesn’t just embrace technology — it owns it. Advanced systems help keep you connected to your ride and the world outside, making every drive smarter, easier, and more intuitive. [[1189]]

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High-tech Displays

Pathfinder offers up to three customizable digital displays. Access directions, speed, and key info on the available 12.3" digital dashboard, Head-Up Display, or standard 12.3" infotainment system. [[1189]][[1456]][[1490]][[77]]

Head-Up Display

Essential info is front and center. For safer driving and fewer distractions, the available Head-Up Display projects key info, such as turn-by-turn directions, speed, and ProPILOT Assist status, right into your line of sight. [[1490]][[77]][[1735]]

Bose Premium Audio System

With 13 speakers and acoustic waveguide technology, the available Bose Premium Audio System fills the air with crisp, clear highs and rich, deep bass. [[233]]

2026 Nissan Pathfinder shown on a smartphone screen with the MyNISSAN App open.

CONNECTED SERVICES

A smarter connection

Welcome to your personalized ecosystem of connected driver experiences. Tap into features like Remote Engine Start, My Car Finder, Remote Vehicle Status, and more using the MyNISSAN App. [[1189]][[1666]][[97]][[48]][[143]]

Connected Services

2026 Nissan Pathfinder interior showing the driver interacting with drive-assist features.

2026 Nissan Pathfinder touchscreen display showing split-screen views of overhead and curbside camera angles while parking.

2026 Nissan Pathfinder head-on view, with small blue dots in front representing the Intelligent Forward Collision Warning system.

DRIVER ASSIST & SAFETY TECH

Smart confidence

ProPILOT Assist helps you stay centered in your lane and maintain a set distance from the car ahead. It can even bring your Pathfinder to a stop and back up to speed in traffic. [[1735]][[143]]