2022 Nissan Pathfinder Owner’s Manual

The Pathfinder marque has been a mainstay in Nissan’s SUV lineup since 1986.

This 2022 Nissan Pathfinder is the first production model made in the fifth generation having previously received a facelift back in 2019.

It is a 5-door SUV built on Nissan’s D platform, similar to the Infiniti QX60.

It runs on a 3.5L V6 gasoline engine paired with a 9-speed automatic transmission.

Engine power maxes at 284-hp, and the Pathfinder offers a towing capacity of up to 6,000 lbs.

It has been made longer and wider than previous models, but only marginally.

Two big areas of change are the transmission where the previous CVT has been replaced with an all-new 9-speed automatic, and the design, which has been fully revamped from 2019-2020 inside and out.

The exterior of the 2022 Pathfinder is far more rugged with more straight-edges and enlarged, more imposing features compared to previous models.

The interior gets room for either 7 or 8 in total, with room for everything from school bags to outdoor sporting gear.

There are leather seats, tri-zone climate control, rain-sensing wipers, remote engine start and many more advanced features like digital instrument displays, wireless connectivity, and a large 9-inch infotainment touchscreen.

Nissan understands the need for change since the crossover segment is now the most competitive in the market.

The Pathfinder starts with an MSRP of $33,680 and offers models in both 2WD and 4WD.

There are 4 configurations from which buyers can choose: S, SV, SL and Platinum, all either 2WD or 4WD.

Higher trim levels bring extras like 20-inch alloy wheels, panoramic moonroof, Bose Premium Audio, and a driver head-up display HUD, among other things.

Standard driver assistance and safety features include automatic emergency braking and pedestrian detection, blind-spot warning, rear cross-traffic alert, lane departure warning and high beam assist.