Used Nissan Pathfinder for Sale nearDavis, SD

How much does the Nissan Pathfinder cost in today's market?

Used Nissan Pathfinder prices span a wide range depending on model year. Here's what the market looks like right now:

The Nissan Pathfinder's current nationwide average price is $26,105, and its lowest point over the past year was $24,676. Recently, prices have come down for the 2023, 2024, and 2025 models, making now a good time to shop recent model years.

Is the Nissan Pathfinder a good car?

Yes — the Nissan Pathfinder is a strong used pick if you want a roomy three-row SUV with family-friendly versatility and broad appeal. The all-generations owner rating is 4.4/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently praise the Pathfinder for its spacious interior, comfortable seating, and useful cargo room. They also frequently highlight its strong performance, smooth ride, and family-friendly practicality, along with features that make it easy to live with day to day.

Expert reviews rate the 2022 and 2023 models among the highest across all years.

The main tradeoffs center on efficiency, driving refinement, and the Rock Creek trim’s off-road promise versus its real-world behavior. For used shoppers, that means the Pathfinder makes the most sense when you value space, comfort, and capability more than fuel economy or a sporty driving feel.

32.3% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Nissan Pathfinder models reliable?

Owners and experts consistently point to the Pathfinder’s spacious cabin, comfortable ride, and family-friendly usefulness. Across the model years in the data, buyers also tend to appreciate its strong performance and practical everyday character.

• Owners rate the Nissan Pathfinder between 3.9 and 5 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For used buyers, long-term ownership risk is most worth watching on older examples, so a careful test drive and maintenance review matter most when you shop earlier model years.

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

Across all model years, accident-free inventory is solid at 82% — always verify the vehicle history report.

Older model years carry meaningfully higher accident rates, so always verify the vehicle history report on pre-2022 models.

Key things to evaluate:

• Safety package: forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking with pedestrian detection, rear emergency braking, blind spot monitoring, lane departure warning, and junction assist
• Infotainment: Nissan's latest infotainment software on a wider 12.3-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
• Fuel efficiency: 21 mpg city, 27 mpg highway, and 23 mpg combined on the S, SV, and SL whether you choose FWD or AWD; the Rock Creek is estimated at 20 mpg city, 23 mpg highway, and 21 mpg combined

Which Nissan Pathfinder trim should I buy?

The 2026 Nissan Pathfinder offers these trims:

• S: The entry trim includes a 7-inch color center display, analog gauges, and the core driver-assistance suite, making it the value starting point.
• SV: This trim adds Intelligent Blind Spot Intervention and Intelligent Lane Intervention, making it a smart step up for buyers who want more active safety support.
• SL: This trim adds the digital instrument panel, Traffic Sign Recognition, and a more upscale feel; it stands out as the best-value trim for many shoppers.
• Rock Creek: This trim comes with AWD standard, 295 hp and 270 lb-ft on premium fuel, all-terrain tires, and a more adventurous look.
• Platinum: This trim adds semi-aniline leather with diamond stitching, a head-up display, a 13-speaker Bose audio system, Invisible Hood View, and Front Wide View.

What Nissan Pathfinder do most buyers choose?

The Nissan Pathfinder years with the most listings are 2024, 2025, and 2023.

Those higher-volume years tend to draw more shoppers because they combine broad availability with newer features and strong value. When inventory is deeper, you also have a better chance of finding the right trim, color, and deal.

What is the Nissan Pathfinder's resale value?

Most Pathfinder model years are down year over year, which is good news if you're shopping used because it creates more room for value. The biggest drops are concentrated in newer and mid-cycle models, while a few older years have declined more modestly. That pattern gives you several price points to choose from depending on how much equipment and age you want.

The 2017, 2023, and 2014 model years have held their value best, with the smallest year-over-year price changes.

Is the Nissan Pathfinder safe?

• 2026: 8/10
• 2025: 9/10
• 2023: 9/10
• 2022: 9/10
• 2017: 9/10
• 2016: 6/10

The 2026 Pathfinder includes standard driver aids such as forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking with pedestrian detection, rear emergency braking, blind spot monitoring, lane departure warning, and junction assist.

For the safest used buy, the 2017, 2022, 2023 and 2025 models all post the highest confirmed score of 9/10.

Should I buy a used Nissan Pathfinder now or wait for the next model?

Buy now if:

• Price trend: The 2025 model is at −14.48% versus a year ago, and the 2024 model is at −11.68%.
• Deal availability: The 2025 model has 34.2% good and great deals, and the 2024 model has 34%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2024 model has the most listings at a current average price of $30,451. The Nissan Pathfinder offers a roomy, versatile cabin that makes it especially appealing for families.

Consider waiting if:

• Powertrain/efficiency: The naturally-aspirated 3.5-liter V6 continues with 284 horsepower and 259 pound-feet of torque, or 295 hp and 270 lb-ft in the Rock Creek with premium fuel, and fuel economy reaches an EPA-estimated 21 mpg city, 27 mpg highway, and 23 mpg combined on the S, SV, and SL.
• Tech: Every Pathfinder gets Nissan's latest infotainment software on a wider 12.3-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and upper trims add Qi2 wireless device charging, Invisible Hood View, and Front Wide View.
• Safety: The latest model adds active assists for the lane-keeping and blind-spot systems on SV and above trims, plus Traffic Sign Recognition on the SL and Platinum.
• Starting price: The 2026 Nissan Pathfinder starts at $37,500.

If you're buying used today, the 2024 model year offers the best mix of value and availability. If you want the latest tech and features, it may be worth waiting for the next model year's inventory to build up.

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These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from October 21, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.