Used 2005 Nissan Pathfinder XE 4WD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A) Consumer Reviews
Used Pathfinder for sale
See Edmunds pricing data
Has Your Car's Value Changed?
Used car values are constantly changing. Edmunds lets you track your vehicle's value over time so you can decide when to sell or trade in.
If I Could Turn Back Time
mommaT, 09/24/2010
Nissan Pathfinder XE 4WD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
I really enjoyed driving this car, right up until the transmission blew. Our gas gauge hadn't worked in a long, long time. No big deal, I just reset the mile ticker each time I filled up. But what I will NEVER understand is how a 5 year old vehicle we bought NEW at the local dealer could be worthless. We did all the scheduled maintenance, used synthetic oil, treated her well. A 5 yr old car should not need 6,000+ dollars worth of work done. This is a design flaw in the coolant system and we should NOT be on the hook for it. Nissan should be ashamed! This was the only car we had that could haul our 2 small kids and now it's junk! I don't have money to fix it, and a new car is not the budget!
Don't Get a Nissan
Chyna, 12/12/2007
Nissan Pathfinder XE 4WD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I would not recommend anyone to buy a Nissan vehicle this is including the pathfinder that I have purchased. The brakes make squealing noise, the vehicle make rattling noise, the back row is so uncomfortable and the worst problem is the air conditioner. I have taken this vehicle on many road trips and has to stop every 2 to 3 hours because the air conditioner would blow out hot air. I took it to the dealer and they told me that they can't fix it. I have two young kids and each time this happened, I would have to stop on the side of the road and let it rest for an 1 or 2 before we can drive it again. This is not safe at all. I will fight with their headquarter to get this fixed!
Transmission problems
Former Nissan lover, 08/23/2010
Nissan Pathfinder XE 4WD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
After reading several reviews about this car I am compelled to write my own. My 2005 Pathfinder is my third Nissan. I was going to purchase nothing but Nissan in the future. That has now changed. At about 70K miles the Fuel sensor failed then I stated to have trouble shifting. The coolant and transmission fluids were mixing due to a faulty line. These are major $$ problems. I bought another Nissan because I NEVER had a problem with my other two. I loved this car when I first saw it and I had to have it. When I finally got it I knew it was too good to be true.
hits and misses
newnissanbuyer, 12/20/2005
Nissan Pathfinder XE 4WD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
the 2005 pathfinder is great to drive and looks fantastic. you can really feel the power of the engine. the interior is also fairly comfortable with lots of space. having said that, there are some things I need to address. the glovebox does not shut properly and I need to take it back to the dealer to get it fixed. there is also an annoying rattle in the dashboard that comes and goes. there are also odd little creaks and sounds coming from the car which makes me really question the quality of the build. would this happen with a honda or a toyota?
Transmission Issues...
Mayra, 10/21/2010
Nissan Pathfinder XE 4WD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I to have a 2005 Pathfinder and like the other reviews on this site, I have had the same problems. The transmission is slipping and I just had to have a major repair with the coolant and fliud mixing together. There were no signs of this and suddenly while driving on the highway my car overheated. I also have the vibration of the car at certain speeds. It's awful that Nissan will not admit to the issue and resolve it. I have been telling Nissan (Meadowlands) about the vibrations since I purchased the vehicle and they just think its me. My mechanic indicated that he has never seen this happen. He couldn't believe that there were no warning signs either.
First review - thoughts
nissanpathfinder, 11/02/2004
Nissan Pathfinder XE 4WD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I have hard car for 1 week.Very Solid build quality. Drivetrain appears very solid. I hope to have similar experience as my Maxima which had unmatched quality and reliability. Only small issue I have is mis- allignmnet on back hatch. Base model very affordable for quality and based on past reliability.
LUV NISSAN PATHFINDER
ANGIE, 03/12/2005
Nissan Pathfinder XE 4WD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
i love my new pathfinder! it was actually one of the last suvs i looked at and did research on.i went and drove it and was hooked!it beat out all other suvs in it's class in every way. it's stylish, comfortable, powerful, roomy and more. it has a lot of ammenities many other makes would not have as standard like the pathfinder does.i've gotten lots of positive comments and compliments from both people i know and some that i don't know. i gave out all of the business cards my salesman gave me and have several people who are contemplating buying the pathfinder.
My Six Machine
B Dan, 11/05/2010
Nissan Pathfinder XE 4WD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I bought my pathfinder used, and instantly loved it! It drove me all over the west coast mountain ranges to every family members house. It was comfortable to be in for long drives. It also did awesome on daily drives up and down a super windy curvy 20 mile highway to and from work. Never felt like a corner was too much for it. (Never felt top heavy). Could pack it full of stuff for camping and shopping at Costco. I never had any mechanical issues. It ran great! Just routine services. Great family car or single's car. Ended having to sell it because of tight finances, and am still kicking myself for it. Awesome car for me!
Go Get One!
MF, 01/12/2005
Nissan Pathfinder XE 4WD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
The best thing about this web site is the consumer reviews, so thank you to all who shared their experiences before me (it helped). The new Pathfinder is Awesome! Knew it was for me when I got in for the test drive. Paid invoice price. Have had it for a few days now and even got to play in the snow. 4x4 is great. I checked out Explorer, Durango, Trail Blazer, Hilander, Pilot but you really get more for your money with the most powerful V6 in the mid sized class. The base model has plenty of everything I wanted in an SUV. Very roomy up front. All the features I wanted came standard. I feel very comforable and safe. Go Get one!
A Class Act of a Car!
Tracy, 01/06/2005
Nissan Pathfinder XE 4WD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
The new Nissan Pathfinder 2005 is a wonderful vehicle. I just purchased one before just before the new year and I can't drive it enough. The ride is so comfortable and the style is so classy! It really has a good take off and the brakes work like a charm. I especially like the hill descent control (HDC) feature on the Pathfinder. The new Pathfinder is completely different than the older models. I traded in my old 1997 Nissan Pathfinder which lasted a long time so I know this one will as well. I highly recommend the purchase of this vehicle. It is such a beauty and runs extremely well. Everyone looks at it!!
Can go anywhere
erox, 12/27/2004
Nissan Pathfinder XE 4WD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Within one week of owning the pathfinder we had a snow storm and it did exceptionally well in 10 inches of snow. Also, did great going up mud hills. It basically exceeded my every expectation of a nissan product. For fans of nissan, how could you not get one of these.