Used 2025 Nissan Pathfinder for Sale nearStockport, IA

How much does the 2025 Nissan Pathfinder cost?

Prices have softened 14.32% compared to this time last year, making it a favorable time to shop this model year.

There are 4,905 listings available, which gives you a solid amount of inventory to compare across trims and conditions.

Is the 2025 Nissan Pathfinder a good car?

The 2025 Nissan Pathfinder earns a 7.5/10 expert rating and is presented as a well-rounded three-row SUV that emphasizes value, practicality, and comfort.

The model scores 9/10 across Cost effectiveness and Safety.

It stands out for excellent cargo capacity, comfortable seating, attractive styling, and a competitive price, which makes it especially appealing if you want a capable everyday family vehicle. At the same time, it is described as more of a solid all-arounder than a class leader, so you should expect competence rather than a standout edge in every area.

The main trade-offs are that it is not as composed on-road as competitors and its tech is unimpressive. That means you may want to prioritize it if you value space, comfort, and value more than driving polish or the latest infotainment features.

With 35.7% of listings marked as good or great deals, the market gives you some room to shop selectively.

Is the 2025 Nissan Pathfinder reliable?

The 2025 Nissan Pathfinder is described as a solid, reliable experience across ownership, with a tried-and-true V6 powertrain and a well-rounded overall package.

Its 3.5-liter V6 has been in service for a long time, which supports the idea that mechanics will be familiar with it and parts should be readily available. The nine-speed automatic is described as handling power well with decisive shifts and unobtrusive operation, and the model’s broad comfort-and-practicality focus suggests it is built for everyday use rather than complexity.

Nissan Maintenance Care also adds value by covering up to three oil changes during the first two years or 24,000 miles. For used buyers, the main long-term ownership risk is that a higher-mileage example may still need careful maintenance attention even if the underlying hardware is familiar.

What should I look for when buying a used 2025 Nissan Pathfinder?

Accident-free inventory is excellent at 93.2% — clean inventory, standard diligence applies.

You should still run a history report and inspect any candidate closely, especially if you are shopping a higher-trim or more heavily optioned example. Focus on overall condition, tire wear, interior wear, and whether the equipment on the listing matches the trim level you expect.

Key things to evaluate:

• Trim level: The Pathfinder comes in S, SV, Rock Creek, SL, and Platinum trim levels. The base S is the most stripped-down version, while the higher trims add comfort and convenience features such as leather seating, heated and ventilated seats, a heated steering wheel, and more upscale interior materials. The Rock Creek adds a more adventurous look with all-terrain tires, unique trim details, and standard AWD, but it does not add extra ground clearance or skid plates.
• Powertrain: You get one engine: a naturally aspirated 3.5-liter V6. Output varies by trim, with S, SV, SL, and Platinum making 284 horsepower and 259 pound-feet of torque, while Rock Creek makes 295 horsepower and 270 pound-feet of torque on premium fuel. A nine-speed automatic is standard, and towing capacity varies by trim and equipment.
• Safety package: Nissan’s standard driver-assistance suite includes blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, automatic emergency braking with pedestrian detection, and rear automatic braking. Adaptive cruise control and ProPilot Assist are standard on all but the base S trim, and traffic sign recognition is standard on the SL and Platinum trims.
• Infotainment: The S, SV, and Rock Creek use an 8-inch screen, while the SL and Platinum get a 9-inch screen. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are supported, but wireless projection is limited to Apple devices and only on the 9-inch screen. Navigation is standard only on the SL and Platinum trims.
• Fuel efficiency: The Rock Creek returns 20 mpg city, 23 highway, and 21 combined. Other 4WD trims return 21/27/23.

Which 2025 Nissan Pathfinder trim should I buy?

The 2025 Nissan Pathfinder is offered in 5 trim levels: S, SV, Rock Creek, SL, and Platinum.

Here's the short version:

• S: This is the entry point, but it is the most basic version and misses some of the convenience and driver-assistance equipment found higher up the range. It makes sense if you want the lowest starting price and are comfortable keeping things simple.
• SV: This is the best-value trim for many shoppers because it adds useful everyday equipment without jumping too far up the price ladder. If you want a balanced Pathfinder with a stronger feature set than the S, this is the trim to focus on.
• Rock Creek: This is the trim to choose if you want the most distinctive look and a more adventurous setup, including standard AWD and all-terrain tires. It is also the one that best fits buyers who may actually use the towing and light off-road capability.
• SL: This trim is the sweet spot if you want a more upscale cabin and more convenience features, including the larger screen, navigation, and available heated second-row seats. It is a strong choice if you want a more premium feel without going all the way to the top.
• Platinum: This is the most luxurious Pathfinder, with the richest interior materials, standard ventilation, the most tech, and the most complete feature set. Buy this if you want the most comfort and equipment and are willing to pay for it.

Traffic sign recognition is standard on the SL and Platinum trims.

Is now a good time to buy a used 2025 Nissan Pathfinder?

This looks like a moderate, selective buyer’s market, so you can shop patiently but still move quickly on the right listing.

• Deal availability: 35.7% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Inventory: There are 4,905 listings available.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 14.32% compared with last year.
• Clean inventory: 93.2% of listings are accident-free.

If you find a listing below $32,568, that's toward the low end of the year-round range and worth acting on quickly.

What is the 2025 Nissan Pathfinder's resale value?

The current average of $33,924 sits slightly below last year's $39,595.

That price movement suggests the Pathfinder has become more affordable for buyers, which can help you if you are shopping now. For a future seller, though, it also means you should expect a softer resale environment than a year ago unless the market tightens again.

Because the current average is still within the model’s year-round range, a well-kept example should remain reasonably marketable. If you buy carefully and maintain it well, you can help protect value better than the broader market trend alone might suggest.

Is the 2025 Nissan Pathfinder safe?

The 2025 Nissan Pathfinder received a Top Safety Pick+ award from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) as well as a five-star overall rating in crash testing performed by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Digging deeper, the NHTSA awarded it four stars in overall frontal crash testing and four stars in its roll-over evaluation.

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

Nissan equips every Pathfinder trim with a strong suite of advanced driver assistance systems, including blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, automatic emergency braking with pedestrian detection, and rear automatic braking. Adaptive cruise control and ProPilot Assist are standard on all but the base S trim, while traffic sign recognition is standard on the SL and Platinum trims.

The main caveat is that the base S trim misses some of the standard convenience and driver-assistance equipment found on higher trims, so you should compare trims carefully if safety tech is a priority.

Should I buy a 2025 Nissan Pathfinder or consider a different year?

If you're weighing the 2025 against nearby model years, here's how to think about it:

Choose the 2025 if:

• 35.7% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Accident-free inventory is excellent at 93.2% — clean inventory, standard diligence applies.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 14.32% compared with last year.
• The 2025 model adds slight updates that make it more appealing while keeping the Pathfinder’s value, comfort, and safety strengths intact.

Consider the 2026 if:

• Nissan refreshed the Pathfinder with a larger touchscreen and more convenience features.

The bottom line: If you want the stronger value play, the 2025 is the better path because it combines softer pricing with a broad, family-friendly feature set. If you care more about newer tech and convenience upgrades, the 2026 is worth a look, but price-sensitive buyers should still focus on the 2025.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 11, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.