How much does the 2022 Nissan Pathfinder cost?

Prices have softened 12.26% compared to this time last year, making it a favorable time to shop this model year.

There are 2,500 listings available, which gives you a solid pool to compare prices and equipment. If you find a listing below $25,749.16, that's toward the low end of the year-round range and worth acting on quickly.

Is the 2022 Nissan Pathfinder a good car?

Yes — you’re looking at a 4.8/5 user-rated SUV with an 8.33/10 expert rating. The model scores 9/10 across Look and feel, Form and function, and Safety.

Owners consistently praise the comfortable seating, spacious interior, and smooth performance, and they also value the tech features for the price. The main trade-offs are the non-sliding third-row seats and mixed feelings about transmission behavior compared with some rivals.

That lines up with the Pathfinder’s family-first mission: it’s built to give you room, comfort, and everyday practicality rather than chase a sporty personality. With 35.5% of listings marked as good or great deals, you still have room to shop selectively.

Is the 2022 Nissan Pathfinder reliable?

Owners rate it 4.8/5, a strong signal of long-term satisfaction. The owner feedback also points to a dependable, trouble-free ownership experience, with comfort and value standing out over time.

The expert evaluation reinforces that impression by describing the Pathfinder as a well-rounded family hauler with thoughtful innovations and a stable ride. Nissan also notes that the transmission is smooth as it moves through the gears, which supports confidence in everyday use.

For used buyers, the main long-term ownership risk is making sure the vehicle has been maintained well and that any transmission or drivability concerns have been addressed.

What should I look for when buying a used 2022 Nissan Pathfinder?

Accident-free inventory is solid at 86.4% — always verify the vehicle history report.

You should still check the history report carefully, because a clean listing percentage does not replace a vehicle-by-vehicle review. Prioritize a pre-purchase inspection that focuses on interior wear, third-row usability, and how the transmission behaves on a test drive. Pay close attention to whether the features you want are actually present on the specific trim you’re considering.

Key things to evaluate:

• Trim level: Base S models keep costs down, but they miss some of the nicer comfort and convenience upgrades found higher up the range. SV, SL, and Platinum add progressively more upscale touches, with the top trim bringing the most premium cabin treatment.
• Powertrain: You get a 3.5-liter V6 with 284 horsepower and 259 lb-ft of torque, paired with a nine-speed automatic transmission. Front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive are both offered, and the AWD setup adds more drive and terrain modes.
• Safety package: Nissan Safety Shield 360 is standard, and it includes automatic emergency braking with pedestrian detection, blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, lane departure warning, high-beam assist, rear automatic braking, driver alertness monitor, rear door alert, and forward-collision warning. Upper trims add a surround-view monitor.
• Infotainment: Standard equipment includes an 8-inch touchscreen, Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, Bluetooth, satellite radio, and a 7-inch digital driver-information display. Higher trims add a 9-inch touchscreen, wireless Apple CarPlay, and a wireless charging pad.
• Fuel efficiency: FWD models are rated at 21 mpg city, 26 mpg highway, and 23 mpg combined. AWD versions keep the same combined figure, while the Platinum AWD drops to 20 mpg city, 25 mpg highway, and 22 mpg combined.

Which 2022 Nissan Pathfinder trim should I buy?

The 2022 Nissan Pathfinder is offered in 4 trim levels: S, SV, SL, and Platinum.

Here's the short version:

• Base trim: The S is the value play, but it keeps you on cloth upholstery and misses some of the more upscale cabin and convenience upgrades found higher up.
• Sweet-spot trim: The SV is the best balance for many shoppers because it opens the door to more comfort and convenience equipment without jumping all the way to luxury pricing.
• Premium/top trim: The Platinum is the most fully equipped choice, with the richest interior treatment, the largest tech upgrades, and the most premium-feeling feature set.
• Off-road trim: None of the trims is positioned as a dedicated off-road model for this year.

Nissan Safety Shield 360 is standard across the lineup, so you’re not forced into a higher trim just to get the core driver-assistance suite.

Is now a good time to buy a used 2022 Nissan Pathfinder?

This is a moderate, selective buyer’s market, so you can shop carefully and still find worthwhile deals.

• Deal availability: 35.5% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Inventory: There are 2,500 listings available.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 12.26% compared with last year.
• Clean inventory: 86.4% of listings are accident-free.

If you find a listing below $25,749.16, that's toward the low end of the year-round range and worth acting on quickly.

What is the 2022 Nissan Pathfinder's resale value?

The current average of $25,747 sits slightly below last year's $29,343.

That price movement suggests the market has already adjusted downward, which can help you buy at a more favorable point in the cycle. For a future seller, that also means resale value may depend more heavily on condition, mileage, and equipment than on broad market momentum alone.

Because the Pathfinder has strong owner satisfaction and broad family appeal, well-kept examples should continue to attract buyers. Vehicles with strong owner satisfaction ratings, like this model year's 4.8/5, tend to retain buyer demand, which supports resale value over time.

Is the 2022 Nissan Pathfinder safe?

It earns a 9/10 safety score from our experts.

Nissan Safety Shield 360 is standard, and it includes automatic emergency braking with pedestrian detection, blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, lane departure warning, high-beam assist, rear automatic braking, driver alertness monitor, rear door alert, and forward-collision warning. A rearview camera is standard, and upper trims add a surround-view monitor.

There are no crash-test ratings cited for this model year, so your best safety read comes from the standard equipment list and the expert safety score. If safety is a top priority, you’ll want to make sure the specific trim you’re considering includes the features you expect.

Should I buy a 2022 Nissan Pathfinder or consider a different year?

If you're weighing the 2022 against nearby model years, here's how to think about it:

Choose the 2022 if:

• 35.5% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Accident-free inventory is solid at 86.4% — always verify the vehicle history report.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 12.26% compared with last year.
• Owners rate it 4.8/5 — a strong satisfaction signal.
• Expert testing highlights a roomy, comfortable, and practical family SUV with strong safety tech.

Consider the 2023 if:

• At $31,673, the 2023 costs more than the current year's $25,747 average.
• It adds the Rock Creek edition for a more rugged, adventure-oriented setup.

The bottom line: If you want the better value, the 2022 is the smarter starting point because prices are softer and inventory is healthy. If you’re willing to pay more for a newer-year twist and a more rugged flavor, the 2023 is the alternative to compare.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from July 31, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.