The entire Pathfinder range kicks off from AUD$44,240 (US$28,700) before on-road costs for the Nissan Pathfinder ST two-wheel drive. It then caps out at AUD$70,140 (US$45,700) before on-roads for the Pathfinder Ti hybrid. Nissan's new N-Trek models are available on Pathfinder ST+ and ST-L models (in both two- and all-wheel drive trims), with the Pathfinder ST-L N-Trek all-wheel drive tested here costing AUD$60,640 (US$39,600) before on-roads.
Nissan CVT has been resolved since last decade and is always the best among the rest. Pls do not let someone paint Nissan's CVT black to you just try it yourself and see how best they are
I just got a MY2019 ST-L for a great price. Main reason - equal second safest car on the road according to Monash Uni Accident Research Centre. Didn't know it was so comfortable! Love the retro dials and screen. Really luxurious feel with leather seats, cameras everywhere, great visibility and fabulous Bose audio system. I know the Hooners out there will find fault. Don't care. Love this smooth ride.
@@gomzi88 I know. 4 years warranty left on it and a really comfortable, big safe ride with great visibility. I didn't have to negotiate hard. They just had it in the yard and wanted to get rid of it. Only 8,000km on the clock. My lucky day! They even gave me $24,000 trade-in on a 2 1/2 year old Kona Highlander. I was surprised they were so generous.
I bought a brand new Pathfinder St N-trek 2015, loved it every single drive, very comfortable. Never had a single problem until I sold last year due to financial issues. Towing wasn't great but it did the job. Only down side was depreciation, massive drop in value even when compared to other similar SUV.
Paul, Had the 2013 Pathfinder, got to 80,000k's mark transmission started to shudder. Traded the car in on a 2018 Pathfinder we have four kids suits us fine. A great touring car with a high tow rating. No issues with this cvt yet? V6 engine is a gem, torque converter transmission going in the next update i hear.
Excellent honest review. Just purchased a brand new MY19 Nissan Pathfinder Ti R52 Series III 4WD pick it in 3 days time. Was considering the Subaru Outback 3.6R or the Mazda CX9. The towing capacity and comfort inside the Pathfinder won me over not to mention the deal I was able to secure through the dealership
@@vj04 It's a big difference compared to my old 4 Cylinder, 3.2 Litre knew Diesel so it really depends on how you drive it around the city. I never made purchase based on fuel consumption so I knew what I was getting into. I have calculated I am getting about 12.6 L/100km of city driving and could improve if I was lighter on the throttle. I haven't tested it on the open road yet.
The only thing this Pathfinder have over its competitor in this segment is the electronically adjusted steering column and their own trade marked Latch and Glide second row seats.
Very nice review. After watching your review feeling like made a mistake by buying Mazda CX8..just bought 6 months before. Looks specious to me.Keep your good work.😌
so you can't turn left in this car? now I understand why nobody goes to Indy500 with Pathfinder (maybe they could do Indy minus 500 in the opposite direction, though). anyway, such a heavy car towing 2700kg ... fitted with a Consistent Voodoo Technology gearbox? I don't have any long-term experience with Nissan CVT, but I'd be concerned (unless it is extroid)...
Ha ha. It's weird how they place the centre console in such an awkward position! They had issues with the old Jatco CVT, but that was in the pre-facelift cars. I think that's all resolved now.
How about a mechanical review segment similar to savagegeese's in the shop segments? Being able to look under the hood and under the body on a hoist to briefly discuss the engine, transmission and suspension components would make your reviews much more serious than the rest of the youtube channels.
Great idea, Peter! Would love to do that - I have a Mechanical Engineering degree, so would enjoy doing that. I'll see if we can find a place where we can hoist some of these cars and film content. Certainly for the more interesting cars.
"You're going to see my bum in a second." That's not a line you'll hear in many other reviews! Seeing that tyre repair kit in the space with the sub-woofer has my OCD going. My brain is just going, "that thing is going to be rattling around as we turn (mostly) right." Another good review Paul, thanks. Does @CarExpert have plans to expand into doing comparison video reviews in the future?
Ha ha, I'll try not to make it too much of a habit, Kevin! What you can't really see in the video is that the subwoofer is very firmly planted in that position so it's not going to move anywhere :_D Yes, we will do comparisons, but we're going to do them a little differently. We're still working on the format, but keep an eye out after June/July for more details :-D
@@CarExpertAus Cheers - sorry if I wasn't clear. I was referring to the tyre kit bouncing around, not the sub! Looking forward to the comparisons; figure isolation has put a pause on some of that.
Reliability for the pathfinder? we have a 2017 ST-L and have NEVER had any issues with engine, cvt etc. It is the most reliable car we’ve ever owned and highly recommend it for a family, really comfortable, smooth and safe, although lacking in a slight bit of tech it’s very worth it, or if u can wait for 2022 it would be good as well but definitely recommend this car for families
Thank I’m thinking of getting a 2020 pathfinder rock creek edition Sl and all The bad reviews making me not want it you’re changing my mind it’s 25k they might go down on it and only 32,000 miles
So I bought a 2015 Nisan pathfinder platinum in just now its gauge cluster lights went out, suspension is done and driver heated cooled seats are gone as well
Gotta love ignorant Americans complaining about the Series I or used buys. Since 2017 (Series II and III), it's been extensively improved including with a new CVT. As the basis for the Infiniti QX60, it is actually well built especially in Ti (Platinum) spec. Plus Nissan Australia offers at least 5 years and up to 7 years of warranty now.
Great video. I honestly think the dash with hard plastic is great. The center console should be hard plastic for a family car like the pathfinder, this can withstand the stress and also keep the interior in good sharp in later years to maintain it resale value. Soft padding is not my thing especially in hot tropical weather, the glue goes off easily like butter melting in the sun and devalues the car easily. This car will be sort after in a few years to come if the new Xtronic CVT proves its worth. It’s a great car been overlooked and labeled with it’s CVT chorus. The ground clearance should have been a little high and I am not too sure about the leveling. I intend to level my 2019 Rock Creek. Hope it comes out well 😊🤷🏾♂️
Hi Paul, Loving the new reviews on the channel. Keep it up! Any idea when the new Pathfinder is due for release? I'm sure Covid-19 has effected the release date but any info would be good cheers
Is it just the Rock Creek edition that features a 3.5-liter V6 engine that produces 284 horsepower and 259 pound-feet of torque? Cus I would have thought this N-Trek version would have the same engine...
I had a Nissan Pathfinder, bought it just because it had alot of space for the kids/Adults or no matter what you throw in it. The let downs were * Major let down ...No Techs * No Fun to drive except the comfortable Seats. Feels like sitting in a big Box.. * during the warranty period I had to change 2nd Row Seats * its a better price if you get a Demo Version or Clearance Plate... but for 60K it's not worth it.
You said you can get the Mazda 9 for similar price...true the Mazda is better looking and has better tech... but the Mazda is missing downhill decent control which will save your life going downhill in steep and icey roads. It's a deal breaker without it... no use having a 4x4 without it...
I have known several people here in the States that have a Pathfinder and have had to have the whole transmission replaced thankfully it was all covered under warranty
I just don’t get the point of the Pathfinder or Kluger. Very much products of a North American market. Entertainment looks like something from a ten year old Falcon. Ipod ?? The RCA Jack is the highlight.
These Pathfinders have lost their way and off roading heritage, unfortunately Nissan in general has lost their heritage and this is a perfect example as well as the X-trail and it’s shows in their sales. Plus what’s with all the dash board buttons, the 90s have called and want their buttons back!
Their SUVS are worthless. The Frontier and Titan are legit trucks, but this Pathfinder needs updated BAD. Or they need to bring back the Xterra. All they have are these jelly bean SUVs. And the steering wheel was in Nissans in '05.
Let's hope next year is the year for Nissan to get back on track. The new Juke looks good and is promising, I'm hoping that will be a sign of things to come.
@@CarExpertAus Agree. It bums me out because Nissan made some great vehicles in the day. The BOF Pathfinder and Xterra were great. Toyota needs the competition.
Hmm...the practicality in the Pathfinder is excellent and best of the three. CX-9 is best for infotainment and technology, while the Kluger offers typical Toyota reliability. If it were my money it'd be the Mazda, but keep in mind there's a new Kluger and a new Pathfinder coming next year.
That was for previous generation Jatco CVTs. That has been resolved with the facelifted Pathfinder - well I believe it has anyway, unless that has changed recently.
@@dragospahontu another idiot commenting. The VQ paired with this upgraded CVT is quite a good and reliable combination. The torque and simulated gearshifting function are to thank for this.
@@dragospahontu again, you're referring to the transmission box in the Series I. This is Series II and in Australia, Nissan offers up to 7 years of warranty. You biased twit.
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Exterior: 01:03
Interior: 03:17
Infotainment: 04:51
Features: 08:27
Practicality: 09:47
On the Road: 16:23
Verdict: 20:42
Your sitting position is a bit low that's why you had an issue with the armrest. You need to sit a bit higher.
The entire Pathfinder range kicks off from AUD$44,240 (US$28,700) before on-road costs for the Nissan Pathfinder ST two-wheel drive. It then caps out at AUD$70,140 (US$45,700) before on-roads for the Pathfinder Ti hybrid.
Nissan's new N-Trek models are available on Pathfinder ST+ and ST-L models (in both two- and all-wheel drive trims), with the Pathfinder ST-L N-Trek all-wheel drive tested here costing AUD$60,640 (US$39,600) before on-roads.
Nissan CVT has been resolved since last decade and is always the best among the rest. Pls do not let someone paint Nissan's CVT black to you just try it yourself and see how best they are
Thanks for the feedback, Alhassan.
I just got a MY2019 ST-L for a great price. Main reason - equal second safest car on the road according to Monash Uni Accident Research Centre. Didn't know it was so comfortable! Love the retro dials and screen. Really luxurious feel with leather seats, cameras everywhere, great visibility and fabulous Bose audio system. I know the Hooners out there will find fault. Don't care. Love this smooth ride.
It does pack a punch and loving my TI
Can you give us a hint on the price? Curious to see how I go with my negotiation skills with the dealer.
gomzi88 it was 8 months old, a ‘company car’ from the dealer for $44K.
@@drjimbarnes That's a steal mate. Good on you!
@@gomzi88 I know. 4 years warranty left on it and a really comfortable, big safe ride with great visibility. I didn't have to negotiate hard. They just had it in the yard and wanted to get rid of it. Only 8,000km on the clock. My lucky day! They even gave me $24,000 trade-in on a 2 1/2 year old Kona Highlander. I was surprised they were so generous.
I bought a brand new Pathfinder St N-trek 2015, loved it every single drive, very comfortable. Never had a single problem until I sold last year due to financial issues. Towing wasn't great but it did the job. Only down side was depreciation, massive drop in value even when compared to other similar SUV.
Thanks for that feedback, Henrique. That's definitely something worth keeping in mind for buyers!
Nope, depreciation affect all cars, if anything your nissian probably depreciated LESS than any German brand.
Paul,
Had the 2013 Pathfinder, got to 80,000k's mark transmission started to shudder. Traded the car in on a 2018 Pathfinder we have four kids suits us fine. A great touring car with a high tow rating. No issues with this cvt yet? V6 engine is a gem, torque converter transmission going in the next update i hear.
The CVT from R52 Series II has been heavily redesigned including superior cooling. The first was a mess.
Excellent honest review. Just purchased a brand new MY19 Nissan Pathfinder Ti R52 Series III 4WD pick it in 3 days time. Was considering the Subaru Outback 3.6R or the Mazda CX9. The towing capacity and comfort inside the Pathfinder won me over not to mention the deal I was able to secure through the dealership
Thanks, Marc! Enjoy the new wheels! It’s super comfy 😁
Hows the 3.5 engine, is it costing you so much?
@@vj04 It's a big difference compared to my old 4 Cylinder, 3.2 Litre knew Diesel so it really depends on how you drive it around the city. I never made purchase based on fuel consumption so I knew what I was getting into. I have calculated I am getting about 12.6 L/100km of city driving and could improve if I was lighter on the throttle. I haven't tested it on the open road yet.
Do you still have it? If so, how’s it going? 😊
I just bought a 2020 Sl. I love the drive, it’s smooth and comfortable and responsive.
Well done 👍 Paul for another wonderful video. 🎖
Thank you!
The only thing this Pathfinder have over its competitor in this segment is the electronically adjusted steering column and their own trade marked Latch and Glide second row seats.
The latch and glide system is great. A very intuitive feature!
Very nice review. After watching your review feeling like made a mistake by buying Mazda CX8..just bought 6 months before.
Looks specious to me.Keep your good work.😌
Thanks @Shailesh! CX-8 still a great purchase. Nice car to drive and decent room inside.
@@CarExpertAus thanks mate.
so you can't turn left in this car? now I understand why nobody goes to Indy500 with Pathfinder (maybe they could do Indy minus 500 in the opposite direction, though).
anyway, such a heavy car towing 2700kg ... fitted with a Consistent Voodoo Technology gearbox? I don't have any long-term experience with Nissan CVT, but I'd be concerned (unless it is extroid)...
Ha ha. It's weird how they place the centre console in such an awkward position! They had issues with the old Jatco CVT, but that was in the pre-facelift cars. I think that's all resolved now.
Thanks for such wonderful reviews Paul! Surely a great help for many of us 👏
How about a mechanical review segment similar to savagegeese's in the shop segments? Being able to look under the hood and under the body on a hoist to briefly discuss the engine, transmission and suspension components would make your reviews much more serious than the rest of the youtube channels.
Great idea, Peter! Would love to do that - I have a Mechanical Engineering degree, so would enjoy doing that. I'll see if we can find a place where we can hoist some of these cars and film content. Certainly for the more interesting cars.
CarExpert awesome!
good, review , we call this rock creek addition in USA, I have 2019 SV Its done well
The fact it's the basis of the Infiniti QX60 is a good reason for it too.
"You're going to see my bum in a second."
That's not a line you'll hear in many other reviews!
Seeing that tyre repair kit in the space with the sub-woofer has my OCD going. My brain is just going, "that thing is going to be rattling around as we turn (mostly) right."
Another good review Paul, thanks. Does @CarExpert have plans to expand into doing comparison video reviews in the future?
Ha ha, I'll try not to make it too much of a habit, Kevin! What you can't really see in the video is that the subwoofer is very firmly planted in that position so it's not going to move anywhere :_D
Yes, we will do comparisons, but we're going to do them a little differently. We're still working on the format, but keep an eye out after June/July for more details :-D
@@CarExpertAus Cheers - sorry if I wasn't clear. I was referring to the tyre kit bouncing around, not the sub!
Looking forward to the comparisons; figure isolation has put a pause on some of that.
Reliability for the pathfinder? we have a 2017 ST-L and have NEVER had any issues with engine, cvt etc. It is the most reliable car we’ve ever owned and highly recommend it for a family, really comfortable, smooth and safe, although lacking in a slight bit of tech it’s very worth it, or if u can wait for 2022 it would be good as well but definitely recommend this car for families
Thank I’m thinking of getting a 2020 pathfinder rock creek edition Sl and all
The bad reviews making me not want it you’re changing my mind it’s 25k they might go down on it and only 32,000 miles
So I bought a 2015 Nisan pathfinder platinum in just now its gauge cluster lights went out, suspension is done and driver heated cooled seats are gone as well
Gotta love ignorant Americans complaining about the Series I or used buys. Since 2017 (Series II and III), it's been extensively improved including with a new CVT. As the basis for the Infiniti QX60, it is actually well built especially in Ti (Platinum) spec. Plus Nissan Australia offers at least 5 years and up to 7 years of warranty now.
Great video. I honestly think the dash with hard plastic is great. The center console should be hard plastic for a family car like the pathfinder, this can withstand the stress and also keep the interior in good sharp in later years to maintain it resale value. Soft padding is not my thing especially in hot tropical weather, the glue goes off easily like butter melting in the sun and devalues the car easily. This car will be sort after in a few years to come if the new Xtronic CVT proves its worth. It’s a great car been overlooked and labeled with it’s CVT chorus. The ground clearance should have been a little high and I am not too sure about the leveling. I intend to level my 2019 Rock Creek. Hope it comes out well 😊🤷🏾♂️
Great review, i have a 2005 Pathfinder with 350,000kmd on and lovin it.
Question for you, do you know if The 2022 Pathfinder is coming to Aus?
Hi Paul,
Loving the new reviews on the channel. Keep it up!
Any idea when the new Pathfinder is due for release? I'm sure Covid-19 has effected the release date but any info would be good
cheers
Is it just the Rock Creek edition that features a 3.5-liter V6 engine that produces 284 horsepower and 259 pound-feet of torque? Cus I would have thought this N-Trek version would have the same engine...
Wait until you put an aftermarket exhaust on a car with cvt transmission, its a nightmare. Also slightly bigger than land cruiser? Thats amazing.
Who is putting an aftermarket exhaust on a pathfinder?
I had a Nissan Pathfinder, bought it just because it had alot of space for the kids/Adults or no matter what you throw in it. The let downs were
* Major let down ...No Techs
* No Fun to drive except the comfortable Seats. Feels like sitting in a big Box..
* during the warranty period I had to change 2nd Row Seats
* its a better price if you get a Demo Version or Clearance Plate... but for 60K it's not worth it.
What year/series, new/old and in what country? Another irrelevant simpleton commenting
Love 💓 the black & the Glass. 🍸
The privacy glass definitely adds an element of premium to it!
You said you can get the Mazda 9 for similar price...true the Mazda is better looking and has better tech... but the Mazda is missing downhill decent control which will save your life going downhill in steep and icey roads. It's a deal breaker without it... no use having a 4x4 without it...
I like your videos :) well explained
Just wondered where you were from. In the States it's called the Rock Creek Edition!
Australia
Can you please review h9
I have known several people here in the States that have a Pathfinder and have had to have the whole transmission replaced thankfully it was all covered under warranty
That's the R52 Series I. From 2017, Series II and III feature a heavily redeveloped CVT box. Anyone claiming old information is a simpleton.
I just don’t get the point of the Pathfinder or Kluger.
Very much products of a North American market.
Entertainment looks like something from a ten year old Falcon. Ipod ??
The RCA Jack is the highlight.
It's definitely old school! There's a new Kluger coming soon and the new Pathfinder is due next year.
These Pathfinders have lost their way and off roading heritage, unfortunately Nissan in general has lost their heritage and this is a perfect example as well as the X-trail and it’s shows in their sales. Plus what’s with all the dash board buttons, the 90s have called and want their buttons back!
Their SUVS are worthless. The Frontier and Titan are legit trucks, but this Pathfinder needs updated BAD. Or they need to bring back the Xterra. All they have are these jelly bean SUVs. And the steering wheel was in Nissans in '05.
Let's hope next year is the year for Nissan to get back on track. The new Juke looks good and is promising, I'm hoping that will be a sign of things to come.
@@CarExpertAus Agree. It bums me out because Nissan made some great vehicles in the day. The BOF Pathfinder and Xterra were great. Toyota needs the competition.
Soccer mum’s a bigger money generating market
Cargo blind is not at all necessary. ..Until you lose something haha.
Which is better Paul? Kluger or Mazda CX 9 or this one for middle row passengers... Mazda ticks all the boxes for fuel economy in 7 seater category
Hmm...the practicality in the Pathfinder is excellent and best of the three. CX-9 is best for infotainment and technology, while the Kluger offers typical Toyota reliability. If it were my money it'd be the Mazda, but keep in mind there's a new Kluger and a new Pathfinder coming next year.
Just buy a 2005 Toyota Kluger. It has everything
It's a lame option
The new Patrol and Pathfinder have the worst rims on any new car I’ve seen. The 120Y and their pie tin hubcaps make them amazing compared to this.
What kind of rims would you prefer to see? Bigger or smaller or just a different design?
CarExpert they just look super old fashioned and tacky. Personal opinion of course. Like old stock specials at Bob Jane
Fair enough! Styling is always subjective, so everybody is allowed to have an opinion :-D
Mazda 4cylinder turbo, nissan v6
Very different power delivery between the both :-D
Think that the desginers/ceo of nissan were drunk, when they.made a discusion to transform a SUV into cuv
Ssangyong Rexton Ultimate blows it out of the water
It's definitely more affordable, and has more features!
a cargo blind can be useful. out of sight, out of mind
big glovebox
agree it needs more toe room
Dated expensive mechanical heap, don’t waste your money
You're a twerp
@@nessuno5403 loser you obviously wasted your money
Paul, you failed to mention how poor and unreliable the CVTs are on the Pathfinder. There's a class action against Nissan's reliability on CVTs
That was for previous generation Jatco CVTs. That has been resolved with the facelifted Pathfinder - well I believe it has anyway, unless that has changed recently.
@@fcex558 it's still a CVT which at best is awkward, Aisin or a DCT are better i think.
@@dragospahontu another idiot commenting. The VQ paired with this upgraded CVT is quite a good and reliable combination. The torque and simulated gearshifting function are to thank for this.
@@nessuno5403 Nissan literally made the worst gearbox, unreliable + it doesn't work well when it does😅. If it's not a Toyota it's not reliable.
@@dragospahontu again, you're referring to the transmission box in the Series I. This is Series II and in Australia, Nissan offers up to 7 years of warranty. You biased twit.
this car is extremely old for a decade. Nissan is not worth with the money.
Better than a Vietnamese taxi. Un fact, it's the basis for the Infiniti QX60 so it's actually well built.
@@nessuno5403 I think Vietnamese taxi is better than your car :))) lol
@@nhaiminh typical peasant. Among others, I have a new 400+ HP sportscar 🙂