2020 Nissan Pathfinder review
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Customer rating
Mileage (EPA estimate)
19 city, 26 highway, 21 combined
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The Nissan Pathfinder SUV was a trendsetter when it was launched in 1987 and has evolved with the times since then, up to its current and fourth generation. The 2020 Nissan Pathfinder is an excellent choice for you if you're looking for an SUV with style and a can-do approach to confident driving. While we currently do not have many 2020 Nissan Pathfinders on our lots, we look forward to selling more in the future. If you love the 2020 model, you should also consider prior model years of the Nissan Pathfinder with similar features.
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What is new for the 2020 Nissan Pathfinder?
- Leatherette & Cloth and Skylight(s) features are now available as options on select trims.
2020 Nissan Pathfinder trims
S:
- 284-hp, 259-lb-ft of torque 3.5L
- Fold-Away Third Row
- Third Row Seat
- Cloth Seats
- Parking Sensors
- Rear View Camera
- Power Mirrors
- Cruise Control
- Rear Defroster
- View our Nissan Pathfinder S inventory
SV:
- Includes all features available on the S
- Automated Cruise Control
- Power Seats
- Blind Spot Monitor
- Remote Start
- Tow Hitch
- View our Nissan Pathfinder SV inventory
SL:
- Includes all features available on the SV
- Front Seat Heaters
- Heated Steering Wheel
- Memory Seats
- Rear Seat Heaters
- Leather Seats
- Power Hatch/Deck Lid
- Navigation System
- View our Nissan Pathfinder SL inventory
Platinum:
- Includes all features available on the SL
- A/C Seats
- Panoramic Sunroof
- 20 Inch Plus Wheels
- BOSE Sound System
- Sunroofs
- View our Nissan Pathfinder Platinum inventory
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5 reasons to buy the 2020 Nissan Pathfinder
1. Choose your adventure level
While the 2020 Nissan Pathfinder is a very practical vehicle, it likewise boasts plenty of standard features for you and your passengers to enjoy. And as you move up the trim line, the benefits get better and better. Going from the S trim to S AWD adds hill-descent control, the SV gets you roof rails, and with the SL you can expect a tow hitch receiver with a seven-pin wiring harness. Finally, you arrive at the Rock Creek Edition, a nod to the ruggedness of the Pathfinder heritage which includes a standard trailer tow hitch and harness as well as splash guards. Whether you're camping, transporting, shopping, or road-tripping, you're good to go in the 2020 Pathfinder.
2. Nissan's technology portfolio
With Nissan's 360-degree parking monitor (standard on the SV and Platinum trims), you can select from split-screen close-ups of front, rear, and curbside views, giving you extra confidence when parking. It also gives you an on-screen alert when it detects moving objects near your vehicle. Intelligent cruise control, standard on the SV and up, watches the flow of traffic for you to help keep a set distance between your Pathfinder and the car ahead of you. And if you happen to get too close, the automatic emergency braking activates for you.
3. Rear door alert
Designed by two who also happen to be mothers, the rear door alert combines door sequence logic, an instrument-cluster message display, and multiple honks from the car horn to remind drivers to check the rear seat after parking the vehicle. Starting with the 2018 Pathfinder, this feature is standard across the board. This not only helps remind you about your backseat passengers, but the leftovers you stashed back there on the way home from dinner, a jacket you might have forgotten, or that gallon of milk from the store, too.
4. Impressive towing chops
Do you have a boat, camper, or even an equine pal in a horse trailer? Active lifestyles require a vehicle that can keep up, and the Pathfinder stands at the ready. The 2020 Nissan Pathfinder can tow an estimated 6,000 lbs. on any trim with the V6 engine when properly equipped.
5. All of the interior touches you crave
The quiet and refined cabin of a 2020 Nissan Pathfinder belies the adventurous spirit underneath, giving you much-needed rest from the chaos of everyday life. Grab your friends and fill up your Pathfinder all the way to the easy-to-access third row and you'll find you're still able to carry a discussion from the driver seat to the rear. Or, even if you're driving solo, you can sit back and enjoy some of your favorite tunes from the Platinum trim's premium Bose audio system.
Similar vehicles
If you're interested in the 2020 Nissan Pathfinder, you should also check out these similar vehicles from Previous generation years.
Honda Pilot
Need an SUV that can carpool kids, transport furniture, and tow your camper—all in a weekend? The 2019 Honda Pilot provides the space and capability you crave. All 2019 trims feature standard seating for eight passengers (except the seven-passenger Elite, which comes standard with second-row captain's chairs) and a 3.5L V6 that generates 280 horsepower and 262 lb.-ft. of torque. With AWD, the 2019 Pilot V6 can tow an estimated 5,000 lbs. when properly equipped, which is plenty of oomph to get jobs done at home and at work.
If you're looking for a practical off-roader, the 2018–2020 Toyota 4Runner TRD models have you covered with standard four-wheel drive and a locking rear differential. If you're carrying a bunch of camping gear with you, you'll appreciate the 46.3 cu-ft of space behind the rear seats, which opens up to 88.8 cu-ft with seats folded. On top of this, the 2018–2020 models with the V6 engine can tow an estimated 5000 lbs when properly equipped.
The 2016–2020 Toyota 4Runner base trim has these standard features, and more:
6.1-inch touchscreen
Bluetooth connectivity
Rearview camera
The 2020-2021 Hyundai Palisade is a family-friendly three-row crossover SUV with a robust 3.8L V6 engine that can tow an estimated 5,000 lbs., when properly equipped.
Standard features on the 2020-2021 Hyundai Palisade SE include:
LED headlights
Height-adjustable driver's seat
Eight-inch touchscreen display
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Ratings & reliability
RepairPal gave the Nissan Pathfinder an overall reliability rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Above Average. This rating ranks Nissan Pathfinder 18th out of 32 among Midsize SUVs.
View RepairPal's full rating of the Nissan PathfinderNissan Pathfinder features and specs
S 2WD 4D Sport Utility
Standard Features
- ABS Brakes
- Air Conditioning
- Alloy Wheels
- AM/FM Stereo
- Automatic Transmission
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- Bluetooth Technology
- CD Audio
- Cloth Seats
- Cruise Control
- Fold-Away Third Row
- Overhead Airbags
- Parking Sensors
- Power Locks
- Power Mirrors
- Power Windows
- Rear Air Conditioning
- Rear Defroster
- Rear View Camera
- Satellite Radio Ready
- Side Airbags
- Smart Key
- Third Row Seat
- Traction Control
- Full Roof Rack
- Rear Entertainment System
- Running Boards
- Tow Hitch
Drive Wheels
Front Wheel Drive (2WD)
Engine size
3.5L
Horsepower
284
Torque (ft-lbs)
259
Engine type
Gas
Fuel capacity
19.5
Wheelbase
114.2"
Overall length
198.5"
Width
77.3"
Height
69.5"
Leg room
F 42.2"/M 41.7"/R 30.7"
Head room
F 42.2"/M 39.4"/R 37.8"
Front tires
P235/65TR18
Rear tires
P235/65TR18
Seating capacity
7
Max towing capacity
600/6000 lbs.
Transmission
Automatic
2020 Nissan Pathfinder FAQ
The 2020 Nissan Pathfinder is available in multiple trims, each with its own estimated fuel economy, here are the EPA estimates for each trim:
- S: 20 MPG City and 27 MPG Highway
- SV: 20 MPG City and 27 MPG Highway
- SL: 20 MPG City and 27 MPG Highway
- Platinum: 20 MPG City and 27 MPG Highway
The Nissan Pathfinder received a rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars from RepairPal, which RepairPal describes as Above Average. This rating ranks the Nissan Pathfinder as 17 out of 32 among Midsize SUV
The 2020 Nissan Pathfinder has received an average 4.3 out of 5 stars from our customers. If you're in the market for a 2020 Nissan Pathfinder, check out reviews from customers just like you. 2020 Nissan Pathfinder Reviews.
The 2020 Nissan Pathfinder has a maximum towing capacity of 6000 pounds, when properly equipped. Various factors may impact towing capacity, including weight of passengers, cargo, and options/accessories.
Here is what's new for the 2020 Nissan Pathfinder:
- Skylight(s)
- Leatherette & Cloth
More about the 2020 Nissan Pathfinder
Color options
Exterior colors
Brilliant Silver Metallic
Caspian Blue Metallic
Glacier White (S, SV, SL)
Gun Metallic
Magnetic Black Pearl
Midnight Pine Metallic (SV and above)
Mocha Almond Pearl (SL and above)
Pearl White Tricoat (SV and above)
Scarlet Ember Tintcoat (SV and above)
Interior details
Cargo space is 79.5 cubic feet
Three rows and seven seats
Infotainment: Bluetooth, eight-inch touchscreen, six-speaker sound system with CD, HD radio, and satellite radio, and four USB ports (two Type A and two Type C)
10 cup holders and six bottle holders
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