2027 Nissan Pathfinder: Price, Special Edition and Release Date

In this article 11 sections

1. Is There a 2027 Nissan Pathfinder?
2. 2027 vs 2026 Nissan Pathfinder: What Changed?
3. How Much Does the Pathfinder Cost?
4. Engine, Towing and Fuel Economy
5. Seating, Cargo and Dimensions
6. How Safe Is the Pathfinder?
7. Which Pathfinder Trim Offers What?
8. What Should You Watch For Next on the 2027 Pathfinder?
9. Should You Buy a 2026 Pathfinder or Wait for the 2027?
10. Frequently Asked Questions
11. Data Sources and Verification

The Pathfinder is Nissan’s three-row midsize SUV and was refreshed for the 2026 model year. Nissan announced the 2027 model on October 19, 2026; this page adds those 2027 facts and keeps the verified 2026 specifications where Nissan has not restated them. For the full list of announced models, see the 2027 new cars hub. Nissan’s other 2027 coverage on this site includes the 2027 Nissan Rogue.

Is There a 2027 Nissan Pathfinder?

Yes. Nissan announced the 2027 Pathfinder on October 19, 2026, saying it will reach dealerships in November with a starting MSRP of $39,990, and its what’s new page now lists a 2027 Pathfinder press kit. The headline addition, per Nissan’s release, is a Special Edition marking the nameplate’s 40th year, priced from $47,390 with front-wheel drive or $49,390 with Intelligent AWD. Nissan says it pairs a black-and-burgundy interior, a reference to the burgundy cloth seats of the original 1987 Pathfinder, with red exterior accents, black 20-inch alloy wheels, a panoramic moonroof, second-row captain’s chairs, rear door sunshades, a Bose 12-speaker audio system and a tow hitch receiver for 6,000-lb towing. The release keeps the 284 hp, 259 lb-ft 3.5-liter V6 and nine-speed automatic. The FuelEconomy.gov 2027 search for Nissan Pathfinder still returned no vehicles as of October 29, 2026.

2027 vs 2026 Nissan Pathfinder: What Changed?

The table shows the confirmed 2026 changes that Nissan made last year next to what Nissan’s October 19, 2026 release and press kit state for 2027.

Item	2026 Pathfinder (confirmed)	2027 Pathfinder
Styling	Updated front and rear styling, satin badges, 20-inch wheels on Platinum	New Special Edition with red exterior accents and black 20-inch wheels
Color	New Baltic Teal	Not announced
Screen	Standard 12.3-inch touchscreen, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto	Standard 12.3-inch touchscreen, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
Wireless charging	Segment-first Qi2 charger available	Qi2 charger available
Engine	3.5L V6, 284 hp, 259 lb-ft	3.5L V6, 284 hp, 259 lb-ft
Price	From $39,990 plus $1,575 destination	From $39,990 plus $1,575 destination
On sale	Showrooms in early 2026	Dealerships in November 2026

How Much Does the Pathfinder Cost?

Nissan’s 2026 pricing release lists the following MSRPs, with a $1,575 destination and handling charge in addition:

2026 trim	2WD	4WD
SV	$39,990	$41,990
SL	$42,590	$44,590
Platinum	$49,790	$51,790
Rock Creek	Not offered	$45,090

Nissan’s 2027 price list (October 19, 2026) keeps the SV at $39,990 FWD and $41,990 4WD and adds the Special Edition at $47,390 FWD and $49,390 4WD. The SL rises to $42,790 FWD and $44,790 4WD, the Rock Creek to $45,390 and the Platinum to $49,890 FWD and $51,890 4WD, with the same $1,575 destination and handling charge.

Engine, Towing and Fuel Economy

All 2026 Pathfinders use the 3.5L V6 with a nine-speed automatic and paddle shifters. The SV, SL and Platinum make 284 hp and 259 lb-ft; the Rock Creek is rated at 295 hp and 270 lb-ft per Nissan’s press kit. Towing is 3,500 lb as standard, with up to 6,000 lb on Rock Creek and Platinum and on SV and SL with the Premium package. Nissan describes the 6,000 lb figure as class-leading, which is a manufacturer claim and not an independent finding.

2026 configuration	City / Highway / Combined (mpg)
2WD	21 / 27 / 23
4WD	21 / 26 / 23
4WD Platinum	20 / 25 / 22
4WD Rock Creek (premium fuel)	20 / 23 / 21

These are the EPA figures from the 2026 Pathfinder listing. Nissan’s press kit lists slightly different city numbers for some configurations, so use the EPA entry for your exact trim. 2027 ratings have not been published as of October 29, 2026.

Seating, Cargo and Dimensions

2026 spec	Figure
Seating	Eight passengers standard; seven with captain’s chairs
Cargo behind third row	16.6 cu ft
Cargo behind second row	45.0 cu ft
Maximum cargo	80.5 cu ft
Wheelbase	114.2 in
Length	197.7 to 198.8 in
Width	77.9 in
Curb weight	4,348 to 4,641 lb

These are the 2026 figures from Nissan. Nissan has said nothing about 2027 dimensions. Compared with the three-row SUVs in our Highlander vs Pilot comparison, the Pathfinder’s 16.6 cubic feet behind the third row is the number to compare first if you will use the last row often.

How Safe Is the Pathfinder?

According to a 2026 Nissan release, the 2026 Pathfinder earned the IIHS 2026 Top Safety Pick+ designation, a Consumer Reports Safety Verdict of Best and a NHTSA 5-Star Overall Safety Rating, and was named a top choice for teen drivers by the IIHS and Consumer Reports. Nissan Safety Shield 360 is standard on all trims, and ProPILOT Assist and intelligent cruise control are standard across all grades. The ratings are for 2026, and any 2027 rating would be separate. Nissan also reported record April 2026 retail sales for the Pathfinder, up 95% year over year.

Which Pathfinder Trim Offers What?

Nissan’s 2026 lineup has four grades, and the official specifications separate them mostly by powertrain tuning, towing and equipment rather than by body style.

• SV: the entry grade at $39,990 for 2WD, with the 284 hp V6, the 12.3-inch touchscreen and Nissan Safety Shield 360. The SV Premium package raises towing to 6,000 lb.
• SL: the middle grade, from $42,590 in 2WD. It also reaches 6,000 lb towing with the SL Premium package.
• Rock Creek: a 4WD-only grade from $45,090 with off-road suspension, all-terrain tires, a 295 hp, 270 lb-ft tune and a standard 6,000 lb towing rating. Nissan added a Rock Creek Premium package for 2026 with a moonroof, wireless charging and a heated steering wheel. The EPA lists it for premium fuel.
• Platinum: the top grade, from $49,790 in 2WD, with new 20-inch wheels and seat designs for 2026 and 6,000 lb towing.

The Rock Creek has the lowest EPA combined rating, 21 mpg, and the highest output of the lineup, so the trade is clear on paper: 11 more horsepower and 11 more lb-ft than the other grades in exchange for 2 mpg combined against the 2WD and standard 4WD.

What Should You Watch For Next on the 2027 Pathfinder?

This page tracked three official signals. Two have now appeared: a 2027 Pathfinder press kit on the Nissan newsroom and a 2027 price list in Nissan’s Special Edition release, both dated October 19, 2026. The third is a 2027 Pathfinder entry on FuelEconomy.gov, which would show whether the mpg ratings are unchanged.

Until that EPA entry appears, treat any 2027 Pathfinder mpg figure you see elsewhere as unverified. Dealers can sometimes order or take delivery of the next model year before a public announcement, so ask whether a vehicle on the lot is a 2026 or 2027 model if the window sticker says otherwise.

Should You Buy a 2026 Pathfinder or Wait for the 2027?

Nissan’s 2027 release keeps the V6, the towing ratings and the $39,990 SV starting price, adds the Special Edition and raises the SL, Rock Creek and Platinum prices by $100 to $300. The 2026 model has a fresh design, verified specifications and strong safety results.

• Buy a 2026 if you want a known quantity and can negotiate on current inventory. Under the pricing above, the 2WD SV at $39,990 is the verified entry point.
• Wait if you want the Special Edition, which is new for 2027, or a 2027 build. Nissan says the 2027 Pathfinder reaches dealerships in November 2026.
• Compare rivals on towing and third-row cargo. Our Palisade Hybrid vs Telluride comparison covers two competing three-row SUVs.

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