2008 Nissan Pathfinder Reviews, Pricing & Specs

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$25,700 to $37,000

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For 2008, the Nissan Pathfinder midsize SUV adds the first V8 engine in its history with an available 5.6 L, 300 hp model in SE and LE trims. In addition, the Pathfinder gets some new exterior accents along with some high-tech features that include Bluetooth and a 9.3 gig Music Box hard drive in the LE. This SUV comes in 7 trims.

All trims feature a standard 4.0 L, 266 hp V6 engine with 5 speed automatic transmission. Gas mileage comes out to around 13 mpg in the city and 20 on the highway. This model has 4 doors, seats 7, and tows up to either 6000 or 7000 lbs. depending on the trim.

Overall, drivers like the solid powertrain and good handling. However, the ride could use some improvement and interior room gets a bit tight once you reach full seating capacity. In any event, the Pathfinder has taken some positive steps in the last few years and should continue to maintain its respected position in the SUV market.

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Published Aug 8, 2022 by CarGurus Editorial Team
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User reviews for 2008 Nissan Pathfinder

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by James M
Oct 04, 2024
Very nice car does it have a trailer hitch what was the price on that again Oct 04, 2024
by Robert E
Nov 14, 2023
I bought one of these brand new in 2007, and never had a single problem with it. On the fly four-wheel drive about the only thing I would compare to is a Toyota 4Runner.Nov 14, 2023
by Angela L
Jul 10, 2022
For the price it seems to be well worth it.Jul 10, 2022

2008 Nissan Pathfinder Pricing

Original MSRP
$25,700 to $37,000
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Trims & specs

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Front and rear side curtain airbags

Audio System

Single disc in-Dash CD · AM/FM radio

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 11.7 · Front brake width: 1.1 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 12.1 · Rear brake width: 0.7 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc

Comfort Features

Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front and rear

Convenience Features

Center console: front console with armrest · Cupholders: front · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · One-touch windows: 2 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power windows: lockout button · Rear power outlet: 12V · Steering wheel mounted controls: cruise controls · Storage: sunglasses holder · Vanity mirrors: dual

Drivetrain

Axle ratio: 3.13

Engine

Alternator: 110 amps

Exterior Features

Rear trunk/liftgate: liftgate · Skid plate(s): engine

Headrests

Number of rear headrests: 2 · Number of third row headrests: 2

Instrumentation

Warnings and reminders: low fuel level

Mirrors

Inside rearview mirror: manual day/night

Rear Seats

Type: 40-20-40 split bench

Safety

Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: front

Seats

Front seat type: bucket · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: one-piece · Rear seat manual adjustments: reclining · Third row seat folding: split · Upholstery: cloth

Security

Power door locks: anti-lockout

Suspension

Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: strut · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: double wishbone · Stabilizer bar(s): front

Third Row Seat

Type: 50-50 split bench

Windows

Power windows: with safety reverse · Rear wiper: intermittent

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Front and rear side curtain airbags

Audio System

Single disc in-Dash CD · AM/FM radio

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 11.7 · Front brake width: 1.1 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 12.1 · Rear brake width: 0.7 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc

Comfort Features

Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front and rear

Convenience Features

Center console: front console with storage · Cupholders: rear · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · One-touch windows: 2 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power windows: lockout button · Rear power outlet: 12V · Steering wheel mounted controls: cruise controls · Storage: seatback · Vanity mirrors: dual

Drivetrain

4WD Type: part time · Axle ratio: 3.13

Engine

Alternator: 110 amps

Exterior Features

Rear trunk/liftgate: liftgate · Skid plate(s): engine

Headrests

Number of rear headrests: 2 · Number of third row headrests: 2

Instrumentation

Warnings and reminders: low fuel level

Mirrors

Inside rearview mirror: manual day/night

Rear Seats

Type: 40-20-40 split bench

Safety

Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: rear

Seats

Front seat type: bucket · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: one-piece · Rear seat manual adjustments: reclining · Third row seat folding: split · Upholstery: cloth

Security

Power door locks: anti-lockout

Suspension

Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: double wishbones · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: double wishbone · Stabilizer bar(s): rear

Third Row Seat

Type: 50-50 split bench

Windows

Power windows: with safety reverse · Rear wiper: intermittent

Air Conditioning

Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Front and rear side curtain airbags

Audio System

Headphones: rear · 6 disc in-dash CD · Premium Brand: Bose · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: ready · 1 subwoofer · Total Number of Speakers: 9

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 11.7 · Front brake width: 1.1 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 12.1 · Rear brake width: 0.7 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc

Comfort Features

Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front and rear · Steering wheel trim: leather

Convenience Features

Adjustable pedals: power · Center console: front console with armrest · Cupholders: front · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · One-touch windows: 2 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power windows: lockout button · Rear power outlet: 12V · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio · Storage: sunglasses holder · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating

Driver Seat

Power adjustments: 8

Drivetrain

Axle ratio: 2.94

Engine

Alternator: 130 amps

Exterior Features

Paint: special factory paint · Rear trunk/liftgate: liftgate

Headrests

Number of rear headrests: 2 · Number of third row headrests: 2

In Car Entertainment

Video monitor size: 7 · Video system: auxiliary audio/video input

Instrumentation

Warnings and reminders: low fuel level

Lights

Headlights: Auto on/off

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: heated

Passenger Seat

Manual Adjustments: 4 · Power adjustments: 4

Rear Seats

Type: 40-20-40 split bench

Roof

Moonroof: power · Roof rack color: black

Safety

Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: rear

Seats

Front seat type: bucket · Heated: front seats · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: one-piece · Rear seat manual adjustments: reclining · Third row seat folding: split · Upholstery: leather-appointed

Security

Power door locks: anti-lockout

Suspension

Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: strut · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: double wishbone · Stabilizer bar(s): front

Third Row Seat

Type: 50-50 split bench

Towing and Hauling

Tow hooks: front

Windows

Power windows: with safety reverse · Rear wiper: intermittent

Air Conditioning

Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Front and rear side curtain airbags

Audio System

Headphones: rear · 6 disc in-dash CD · Premium Brand: Bose · AM/FM radio · XM satellite radio · 1 subwoofer · Total Number of Speakers: 9

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 11.7 · Front brake width: 1.1 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 12.1 · Rear brake width: 0.7 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc

Comfort Features

Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front and rear · Steering wheel trim: leather

Convenience Features

Adjustable pedals: power · Center console: front console with armrest · Cupholders: front, rear and third row · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · One-touch windows: 2 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power windows: lockout button · Rear power outlet: 12V · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio · Storage: seatback · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating

Driver Seat

Power adjustments: 8

Drivetrain

4WD Type: part time · Axle ratio: 2.94

Engine

Alternator: 130 amps

Exterior Features

Paint: special factory paint · Rear trunk/liftgate: liftgate

Headrests

Number of rear headrests: 2 · Number of third row headrests: 2

In Car Entertainment

Video monitor size: 7 · Video system: DVD player

Instrumentation

Warnings and reminders: low fuel level

Lights

Headlights: Auto on/off

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: heated

Passenger Seat

Manual Adjustments: 4 · Power adjustments: 4

Rear Seats

Type: 40-20-40 split bench

Roof

Moonroof: power · Roof rack color: black

Safety

Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: rear

Seats

Front seat type: bucket · Heated: front seats · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: one-piece · Rear seat manual adjustments: reclining · Third row seat folding: split · Upholstery: leather-appointed

Security

Power door locks: anti-lockout

Suspension

Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: double wishbones · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: double wishbone · Stabilizer bar(s): front

Third Row Seat

Type: 50-50 split bench

Towing and Hauling

Tow hooks: front

Windows

Power windows: with safety reverse · Rear wiper: intermittent

Air Conditioning

Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Front and rear side curtain airbags

Audio System

Antenna Type: diversity · Auxiliary audio input: jack · Headphones: rear · 6 disc in-dash CD · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel · Braking assist: hill start assist · Front brake diameter: 11.7 · Front brake width: 1.1 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 12.1 · Rear brake width: 0.7 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc

Comfort Features

Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front and rear · Steering wheel trim: leather

Convenience Features

Adjustable pedals: power · Center console: dual level · Cupholders: front · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · One-touch windows: 2 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power windows: lockout button · Rear power outlet: 12V · Steering wheel mounted controls: cruise controls · Storage: door pockets · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating

Driver Seat

Power adjustments: 8

Drivetrain

4WD Type: part time · Axle ratio: 3.13

Engine

Alternator: 130 amps

Exterior Features

Rear trunk/liftgate: liftgate

Headrests

Number of rear headrests: 2 · Number of third row headrests: 2

In Car Entertainment

Video monitor size: 7 · Video system: auxiliary audio/video input

Instrumentation

Warnings and reminders: low fuel level

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: heated

Passenger Seat

Manual Adjustments: 4 · Power adjustments: 4

Rear Seats

Type: 40-20-40 split bench

Roof

Moonroof: with wind deflector · Roof rack color: black

Safety

Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: rear

Seats

Front seat type: bucket · Heated: front seats · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: one-piece · Rear seat manual adjustments: reclining · Third row seat folding: split · Upholstery: cloth

Security

Power door locks: anti-lockout

Suspension

Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: strut · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: double wishbone · Stabilizer bar(s): rear

Third Row Seat

Type: 50-50 split bench

Tires and Rims

Spare tire size: full-size matching

Towing and Hauling

Tow hooks: front

Windows

Front wipers: speed sensitive · Power windows: with safety reverse · Rear wiper: intermittent

Air Conditioning

Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Front side curtain airbags

Audio System

Antenna Type: diversity · Compact flash card auxiliary audio input · Hard Drive: 9.3GB · Headphones: rear · Single disc in-Dash CD · Premium Brand: Bose · AM/FM radio · XM with NavTraffic satellite radio · 1 subwoofer

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 11.7 · Front brake width: 1.1 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 12.1 · Rear brake width: 0.7 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc

Comfort Features

Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front and rear · Steering wheel trim: leather

Convenience Features

Adjustable pedals: power · Center console: front console with storage · Cupholders: front · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Memorized settings: side mirrors · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · One-touch windows: 2 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power windows: lockout button · Rear power outlet: 12V · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio · Storage: cargo tie-down anchors and hooks · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating

Driver Seat

Adjustable lumbar support: manual · Power adjustments: 8

Drivetrain

Axle ratio: 3.13

Engine

Alternator: 130 amps

Exterior Features

Paint: special factory paint · Rear trunk/liftgate: liftgate

Headrests

Number of rear headrests: 2 · Number of third row headrests: 2

In Car Entertainment

Video monitor size: 7 · Video system: auxiliary audio/video input

Instrumentation

Warnings and reminders: low fuel level

Lights

Headlights: Auto on

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: heated driver mirror

Passenger Seat

Power adjustments: 4

Rear Seats

Type: 40-20-40 split bench

Roof

Moonroof: with wind deflector · Roof rack color: black

Safety

Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: front

Seats

Front seat type: bucket · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: one-piece · Rear seat manual adjustments: reclining · Third row seat folding: split · Upholstery: leather-trimmed

Security

Power door locks: anti-lockout

Suspension

Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: double wishbones · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: double wishbone · Stabilizer bar(s): front

Telematics

Navigation system: hard drive navigation system w/voice activation

Third Row Seat

Type: 50-50 split bench

Tires and Rims

Spare tire size: full-size matching

Windows

Front wipers: speed sensitive · Power windows: with safety reverse · Rear wiper: intermittent

Air Conditioning

Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Front side curtain airbags

Audio System

Antenna Type: diversity · Auxiliary audio input: jack · Hard Drive: 9.3GB · Headphones: rear · 6 disc in-dash CD · Premium Brand: Bose · AM/FM radio · XM with NavTraffic satellite radio · 1 subwoofer

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 11.7 · Front brake width: 1.1 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 12.1 · Rear brake width: 0.7 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc

Comfort Features

Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front and rear · Steering wheel trim: leather

Convenience Features

Adjustable pedals: power · Center console: front console with armrest · Cupholders: front · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Memorized settings: side mirrors · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · One-touch windows: 2 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power windows: lockout button · Rear power outlet: 12V · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Steering wheel mounted controls: cruise controls · Storage: sunglasses holder · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating

Driver Seat

Adjustable lumbar support: manual · Power adjustments: 8

Drivetrain

4WD Type: part time w/ on demand setting · Axle ratio: 2.94

Engine

Alternator: 130 amps

Exterior Features

Paint: special factory paint · Rear trunk/liftgate: liftgate

Headrests

Number of rear headrests: 2 · Number of third row headrests: 2

In Car Entertainment

Video monitor size: 7 · Video system: auxiliary audio/video input

Instrumentation

Warnings and reminders: low fuel level

Lights

Headlights: Auto on

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: power

Passenger Seat

Power adjustments: 4

Rear Seats

Type: 40-20-40 split bench

Roof

Moonroof: with wind deflector · Roof rack color: black

Safety

Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: front

Seats

Front seat type: bucket · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: one-piece · Rear seat manual adjustments: reclining · Third row seat folding: split · Upholstery: leather-trimmed

Security

Power door locks: anti-lockout

Suspension

Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: strut · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: double wishbone · Stabilizer bar(s): rear

Telematics

Navigation system: hard drive navigation system w/voice activation

Third Row Seat

Type: 50-50 split bench

Tires and Rims

Spare tire size: full-size matching

Windows

Front wipers: speed sensitive · Power windows: with safety reverse · Rear wiper: intermittent

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