Nissan Pathfinder: generations and engines
The Nissan Pathfinder has been built since 1995 in 5 generations, with 17 engine versions in our catalog (SUV). Pick a generation to see its engines, horsepower and fuel economy.
EnlargeProduction years1995–present
Generations5
Engine versions17
Power131–284 hp
Body stylesSUV
FuelGasoline, Diesel
Timeline
Nissan Pathfinder generations
- 1995–2004
- 2004–2010
Nissan Pathfinder III
Engines below - 2010–2013
Nissan Pathfinder III (facelift 2010)
Engines below - 2012–2016
Nissan Pathfinder IV
Engines below - 2017–present
Nissan Pathfinder IV (facelift 2017)
Engines below
Specs
Nissan Pathfinder engines
The manufacturer's figures for each engine version: horsepower, torque, 0–62 mph, top speed and combined fuel economy.
Nissan Pathfinder III2004–2010 · 4 engine versions
| Engine | Years | Fuel | Power | Torque | 0–62 mph | Top speed | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5 DTi (174 hp) 4WD | 2004–2010 | Diesel | 174 hp (128 kW) | 297 lb-ft (403 Nm) | 12.3 s | 109 mph (175 km/h) | |
| 2.5 DTi (174 hp) 4WD Automatic | 2004–2010 | Diesel | 174 hp (128 kW) | 297 lb-ft (403 Nm) | 11.6 s | 118 mph (190 km/h) | |
| 4.0 i V6 (269 hp) 4WD Automatic | 2004–2010 | Gasoline | 269 hp (198 kW) | 284 lb-ft (385 Nm) | 8.9 s | 118 mph (190 km/h) | |
| 4.0 i V6 2WD (269 hp) | 2004–2010 | Gasoline | 269 hp (198 kW) | 284 lb-ft (385 Nm) | 8.9 s | 118 mph (190 km/h) |
Nissan Pathfinder III (facelift 2010)2010–2013 · 3 engine versions
| Engine | Years | Fuel | Power | Torque | 0–62 mph | Top speed | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5 dCi (190 hp) | 2010–2013 | Diesel | 190 hp (140 kW) | 332 lb-ft (450 Nm) | 11 s | 116 mph (186 km/h) | |
| 2.5 dCi (190 hp) Automatic | 2010–2013 | Diesel | 190 hp (140 kW) | 332 lb-ft (450 Nm) | 10.7 s | 116 mph (186 km/h) | |
| 3.0 V6 (231 hp) | 2010–2013 | Diesel | 231 hp (170 kW) | 406 lb-ft (550 Nm) | 8.9 s | 124 mph (200 km/h) |
Nissan Pathfinder IV2012–2016 · 2 engine versions
| Engine | Years | Fuel | Power | Torque | 0–62 mph | Top speed | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 (260 hp) 4x4-i Xtronic CVT | 2012–2016 | Gasoline | 260 hp (191 kW) | 240 lb-ft (325 Nm) | |||
| 3.5 (260 hp) Xtronic CVT | 2012–2016 | Gasoline | 260 hp (191 kW) | 240 lb-ft (325 Nm) |
Nissan Pathfinder IV (facelift 2017)2017–present · 2 engine versions
| Engine | Years | Fuel | Power | Torque | 0–62 mph | Top speed | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 V6 (284 hp) 4WD Automatic | 2017–present | Gasoline | 284 hp (209 kW) | 259 lb-ft (351 Nm) | |||
| 3.5 V6 (284 hp) Automatic | 2017–present | Gasoline | 284 hp (209 kW) | 259 lb-ft (351 Nm) |
Before you buy
Check a used Nissan Pathfinder
- Real mileage – service and inspection readings show if the odometer was rolled back.
- Accidents and title brands – damage records, salvage, flood or rebuilt titles.
- Old photos – how the car looked in earlier listings.
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