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Great features; great price; very nice ride!
Graydon, 02/25/2017
2017 Nissan Pathfinder SL 4dr SUV 4WD (3.5L 6cyl CVT)
41 of 41 people found this review helpful
We were looking for a three row SUV that has good gas mileage, towing capacity, and value. The final two that I considered were the Pathfinder SL with the Tech package and the Toyota Highlander XLE trim. These have similar MSRPs to they should be comparable. The Toyota puts their advanced safety features (lane departure, collision mitigation, etc) on all trim levels. Another good thing about the Toyota was its auto stop/start feature. It was hard to notice when the car shut itself off and started back up again. On the other hand, Nissan gives you a lot more for the price. Some of the features on the Pathfinder that were not on the similarly priced Highlander were the around view monitor (my favorite feature); heated second row seats; heated side mirrors; heated steering wheel; remote start; a premium Bose sound system; driver seat position memory. Another cool feature on the Pathfinder is that when you shut off the car, the seats moved back for ease of exit. When you start it back up again, the seats move into position. A couple of small negatives. The Pathfinder has a lot of power, very quick from a stop light. However, the driving "feel" isn't like the Mazda CX9. They supposedly stiffened the suspensions, but the ride still feels very soft to me (some folks might prefer this). Also, it is a big car, so definite body roll around the corners. So its not going to feel like a sports car, but if you are looking for a good three row SUV, this is a good choice. Also, we were able to get this car for around 3K lower than the Toyota dealer was willing to go. Really loving this car!
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Nissan Pathfinder Plat vs. Honda Pilot Touring
Mark Howell, 06/21/2017
2017 Nissan Pathfinder Platinum 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl CVT)
48 of 49 people found this review helpful
3-months ago I bought my wife a 2017 Honda Pilot Touring AWD and today offloaded it to the local Nissan dealership for a far superior 2017 Nissan Pathfinder Platinum AWD midnight edition with family entertainment. Why you might ask? Because the technology in the Honda Pilot is far inferior than that of the NPF. Why would you put a rear seat entertainment system in a vehicle if you can't control it from the drivers seat. Ask Honda. It was impossible to start movies from the front of the car, which is completely useless. Why would you force a phone call made from your iPhone into what they call "private mode" and NOT let it play through bluetooth. Google this if you're comparing cars right now because it is a huge, known problem. That makes no sense. Finally, why won't you let us disable the engine auto start/stop feature through a setting rather than have to turn it on and off every time you start the car? Stupid feature, popular in Europe but what's the point. So you know what the Pathfinder does? Let's you control the rear seat entertainment system from the driver's seat, puts all calls through the bluetooth unless you decide to make it a private call, and doesn't shut your engine off at a light. Oh and the interior is awesome, ride is better and it feels like a much more well thought out vehicle. Add to the that Nissan rebates right now are the best in the market. I highly recommend this vehicle. If you're in the market and thinking about the Pilot, be wary of the technology.
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3.5L V6 beating 1.8/2.0/2.5 L V4s
Akshaya Bhatt, 01/26/2017
2017 Nissan Pathfinder SV 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl CVT)
27 of 27 people found this review helpful
Way great mileage for 3.5L V6 (combined 25 mpg.WOW!), which is giving competition to V4 engines. Ride is really awesome, with better control. You may not even feel that you are moving at 65/70 MPH speed. It will feel very smooth, quite ride.
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2017 Pathfinder Platinum
Brian, 10/10/2016
2017 Nissan Pathfinder Platinum 4dr SUV 4WD (3.5L 6cyl CVT)
61 of 63 people found this review helpful
I've had the 2017 pathfinder for a few weeks now and I am really enjoying it. I have the platinum package with the entertainment system in the rear seats. Overall I am very pleased with the quality especially the interior which is comparable to a luxury vehicle. I checked out most competitors to include the Mazda and Toyota. The pathfinder had the most features I wanted such as cooled seats, panoramic roof and DVD system for rear seats. Something my daughter loves, she love looking out the roof and watching the monitors. The ride is nice and firm, just how I like it, the transmission is smooth and engine strong. What sold me on the pathfinder is the amount of features it includes such as safety features and the fact Nissan is aleauvs willing to make a deal to sell car. Toyota wanted to knock off 2500 off sticker on a 2016 while Nissan knocked off about 7k on a 2017 which was just unloaded and still wrapped in plastic. For 41k or thereabouts the pathfinder wins hands down
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Cross Country Tow & Mountain Tour Test Scored A+
Scott, 02/21/2018
2017 Nissan Pathfinder SV 4dr SUV 4WD (3.5L 6cyl CVT)
48 of 50 people found this review helpful
I've had this vehicle now for 15 months and I have grown to enjoy it more and more as time passes. The latest test was a 4000 mile RT on I-80 towing a loaded 5' X 8' U-Haul trailer in February and a mountain tour in the Rockies. The car did everything well. Mileage on the road is excellent for a 4600 lb. vehicle. It cruises well and the engine is responsive at all speeds, likely because of the continuously variable transmission. The CVT took a while to get used to, it is the first one I have owned but with a strong 3.5 liter V6 engine there really are no drawbacks and the associated fuel economy is a bonus. The car tracks straight on the highway and was virtually unfazed by 40 - 60 mph cross winds even towing the trailer; very stable. And the automatic 4WD coupled is a very secure experience driving over icy patches in a stiff crosswind on the high elevation interstate in SE Wyoming. In light slick snow the traction is very secure; you can see the rear wheels kick in when cornering and not have to worry about fishtailing. Ride is good but not cushy comfortable; there is a firmness to it and you can feel the bumps. The OEM Michelin Latitude tires soften impacts however and they have great traction in wet and snowy conditions. In the mountains I was extremely pleased with the suspension, handling, and steering; no body roll and a firm grip on the road. The CVT was also very satisfying descending steep grades; all you have to do is push a button on the shifter to take it out of overdrive and let the engine do the braking. The SV model comes with cloth seats which were very comfortable on the 8-10 hour drive days. NIssan could do better with the quality of the cloth but the surfaces were soft touch and we didn't want to pay for leather in the SL trim. We have been extremely happy with the cold weather package (front seat heaters and heated steering wheel) - I was shocked that I could buy a heated steering wheel for such a reasonable cost on a lower trim level (although packed with value options). We were attracted to this model first by the spacious middle seat and large doors. The seat is wide to seat three medium sized adults, sits up a bit higher than the front seats and has outstanding legroom like most of the cars from the 50's and early 60's had. The third seat is really for kids or petite adults but when folded down provides a large cargo area which we used on our two week trip. When the third seat is set up my wife likes the size of the reduced cargo area when stowing groceries but some may think it is too small. This model was freshened for 2017 and Nissan seemed to do a good job correcting all the model's driving weaknesses that I have read about. I looked at the 2018's and discovered that there are hardly any changes so all my comments should apply to the current model year. We plan on keeping this vehicle at least seven years as we enjoy driving it, the car is very functional for what an SUV should do, and the first two seat rows are so roomy and comfortable. I wasn't sure I would like it this much when I purchased it.
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AFTER EXTENSIVE RESEARCH, WE FOUND OUR WINNER!
GARY MCCULLOUGH, 08/21/2018
updated 09/15/2022
2017 Nissan Pathfinder SL 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl CVT)
30 of 31 people found this review helpful
If you are looking for an SUV that can handle 2 tall adult front seat passengers, 1 large dog as a second seat passenger and a wheelchair and lots of luggage (or groceries or yard supplies or even a few children with the load)... and carry them all in comfort, with the latest driver assist features, ease of operation and style (plus safety!)... then the Nissan Pathfinder SL FWD is the vehicle you are looking for. The high quality of materials, fit and finish is exceptional for the price and the versatility of the vehicle is endless. We especially like the way the instrumentation is laid out and ease of reach for all features. The GPS is awesome and the large screen shows mapping with great ease and details. Music experience is awesome as you can adjust every aspect of your music experience. I especially like the 'all around' cameras, as it makes parking in the garage a breeze and warns of vehicles to close to you on the road... a great safety and convenience feature, which is enhanced with the large screen with sharp picture. Leather seating is supple and the seat heaters (and steering wheel heater) work very well. The entire cockpit has style and luxury in it, with features normally only found in higher models, of greater cost. We are thrilled with our 2017 Nissan Pathfinder SL and love the metallic red garnet color and beige leather interior with black accents. Like the title of this review states... after extensive research, we found our winner... and it has proven to exceed our expectations and has friends wishing they had one. *** UPDATE *** We are just over 2.5 years from our date if purchase and our initial review still stands. We have done several long road trips with our 2017 Nissan Pathfinder and found it to be a surprisingly smooth ride and very safe in bad weather. The fuel economy has been right at manufacture's listing and maintenance has only been the required items at manufacture schedule dates. We could not be happier with our Pathfinder. P. S. ... all the cameras for parking are awesome!!! *** 3yr UPDATE *** This Nissan Pathfinder still has been a solid performer and remains quiet, with no rattles that some vehicles develop with age. The paint finish is still as vibrant and shiny as it was when first brought home. If we ever need another vehicle, the Nissan Pathfinder will be at the top of our list! We are still very much pleased with our Pathfinder, as is our Standard Poodle Fiona. ***** 4 yr UPDATE ***** Still running strong! Just had an oil change and added new wiper blades, cabin air filter and engine air filter to the services... our first expenses above oil changes, which ain't bad... but Pathfinder only has 25,236 miles on it. Once we get our second COVID-19 shots, we plan to take some longer trips, as the Pathfinder is so effortless to drive on the open road. Still no rattles or unexpected expenses... do need to have the injectors serviced next month, which will provide even more horsepower to acceleration... Holy moly! If we had to buy another SUV, the Pathfinder would be it... although that new 2022 Rouge is looking good. That's all for now... still smooth sailing with our 2017 Nissan Pathfinder SL... still love it! ***** 5YR. UPDATE ***** Still going strong with only 30,400 miles on the odometer! ****** FINAL UPDATE ****** 2017 Nissan Pathfinder SE has been sold.
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New Pathfinder
Steve White, 02/05/2017
updated 02/06/2019
2017 Nissan Pathfinder Platinum 4dr SUV 4WD (3.5L 6cyl CVT)
17 of 17 people found this review helpful
We have only had out new 2017 Pathfinder for a couple weeks but love it already. the vehicle is roomy and very comfortable and did well after the recent storms. It has every safety feature and we are still learning all the tech features. Update: After owning the Pathfinder for a couple years we still love it. It is comfortable on trips or around town. The only trouble we have had with the vehicle has been the rotors were warping in one of the wheels. My dealer took care of everything no charge.
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Horrible and unsafe
Alexis , 02/09/2021
2017 Nissan Pathfinder SV 4dr SUV 4WD (3.5L 6cyl CVT)
25 of 26 people found this review helpful
We traded in a 2008 Nissan pathfinder for a brand new 2017 pathfinder, since we loved our first one so much. What a huge mistake that was. Within the first year the entire transmission needed to be replaced The following year It started having electrical issues. Shortly thereafter all of the tires in all 4 brakes had to be replaced with less than 50000 miles on the car and 2 full years of owning it. Just recently the car started shutting off on us as we were driving! I took it back in and they said they could not replicate the problem. Not even 6 months later it started doing it again and the rear brakes started squealing and causing the rear end of the car to shake. We had just put brand new brakes on the car less than a year and a 1/2 ago. So another $700 later the car needed a new battery, rear brakes, and rear rotors. This car is a definition of lemon.
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AA, 10/27/2017
2017 Nissan Pathfinder SL 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl CVT)
33 of 35 people found this review helpful
I have had this vehicle for 10 months now and it's been in the shop four times for the same issue. After driving my vehicle for a while, it cuts out on turns and will not accelerate. I have had four different people in the vehicle with me that will attest to this occurring. I love the vehicle style, aside from several minor squeaking issues in the moonroof and back panel and behind driver's seat. I guess I just got a lemon! Nissan North America will not do anything about it, however. so be prepared for a fight when you have an issue and they won't help. The CVT transmission is crap!
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Luxury "Minivan" in SUV configuration
John Dylewicz, 05/08/2017
2017 Nissan Pathfinder Platinum 4dr SUV 4WD (3.5L 6cyl CVT)
12 of 12 people found this review helpful
test drove used 2016 base QX60 with low miles side by side at same dealership for comparison, fit and finish on Infiniti noticeably better and comfort subtly better. the used Infiniti at ~$3K less than a new loaded Platinum PF with most (maybe all?) of the safety features of brand new QX60 = PF won. the fit, finish and ride were nice but not differentiated enough to be an offsetting factor for this consumer. comparing the Platinum PF to a brand new QX60 (which we did not test drive) with similar options, the ~$10K difference was not enough to justify. advise to use online tools to get best price (bought for WAY under MSRP after all rebates included), essentially exactly the Edmunds price quoted by dealrship for the new car and using an unbiased condition assessment of our trade-in based on Edmunds value as well.
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Pathfinder helped us find our path.
Rodney Arcenas, 01/06/2019
2017 Nissan Pathfinder SL 4dr SUV 4WD (3.5L 6cyl CVT)
9 of 9 people found this review helpful
In January 2017, we bought this vehicle used (approx 7200 miles at the time) and was replacing our 2005 Pathfinder. Waited 1-year and 1 long road trip to write this review. For overall daily use, this vehicle is great and has served us well (regular family of 4 stuff (2 kids)). Would take day-trips for our daughter's high school band competitions throughout the spring and fall semesters and has performed well in those situations. Our real test came in Dec 2018 in taking a road trip from northern California to Iowa for the Holidays (approx 2000 miles over 2.5 days there and then 1.5 weeks later, approx 2000 miles over 3 days back). This vehicle handled the mountain passes (interstate roads) great and the long days of traveling (approx 10-12 hours driving time per day). We averaged about 23-24 mpg for the whole trip. The convenience features really served us well, especially the remote-start where it heats up the inside when it was very cold outside. Navigation was very good and got us to where we needed to. We noticed however, the estimated time of arrival seems to be greatly over-estimated because over the day, we shaved off almost 1.5 hours each day. Perhaps it's meant to over-estimate based on actual speed limit of the roads versus one's actual rate of speed. The only negative with the navigation is to have better integration with our phones (android and apple) versus having to use the Nissan navigation. But we do have the Nissan Connect Services (NCS) app so we can directions directly to the vehicle (along with remote-start, remote lock-unlock, and other vehicle alerts and maintenance updates). The NCS app also offers alerts, if you set it up, for vehicle speed limits, find my vehicle, and boundary alert if the vehicle goes further than a specified boundary (for example, if you valet park your vehicle). There is an option to send directions from google maps to the car, not in NCS app, that I have not been able to get working, but haven't had to bring it in to learn or fix what I may be doing wrong since we manage maps/navigation as stated before with NCS and manually entering directions in the vehicle. Overall, a great vehicle and so far, great reliability that was able to handle a 4,000 mile road trip to get may family safely back home.
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Excellent car
Amber Crespo, 01/08/2017
2017 Nissan Pathfinder Platinum 4dr SUV 4WD (3.5L 6cyl CVT)
13 of 14 people found this review helpful
Bought this car in June and it's so big and comfortable great performance! Safety is outstanding , I had a accident today and my whole family was safe and sound .
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Money Pit
Danielle, 04/29/2023
2017 Nissan Pathfinder S 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl CVT)
13 of 14 people found this review helpful
Car is horrible. Every other month something is wrong with it. I still owe money, or I would immediately get rid of and buy a Toyota. The car is only 5 years old and shouldn't have these many problems. I bought in 2020. Alternator (2), severe oil leak, ac compressor, oxygen sensors is just a starting list. I have put a lot of money into this vehicle.
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Pay the extra for a toyota
James smith, 12/05/2018
2017 Nissan Pathfinder SV 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl CVT)
12 of 13 people found this review helpful
The interior is black, it looks worn with only 45,000 miles, headlights have been replaced under warranty due to moisture issues. Rear view camera gets stuck on sometimes. Antifreeze odor in engine compartment dealer says is normal. Engine continues to run at 1200 rpm when trying to stop, Nissan found no problem but it makes stopping a task. Drivers door pops, loose hinge fixed under warranty. Heat doesn’t blow very well in front. Ac compressor vibrates and is noisy. Driver seat malfunctioned with seat reclining on its own. Nissan you got me once but never again.
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Great SUV
J. Venegas, 05/25/2017
updated 05/25/2018
2017 Nissan Pathfinder SL 4dr SUV 4WD (3.5L 6cyl CVT)
12 of 13 people found this review helpful
I use to wotk for Nissan and after years of going back and forth with the wife about her van...now I own what I consider a well built car. I've owned mine for about a year, it's got great acceleration. That and being teamed up with the CV trans which just builds torque with no shifting is unbelievable. I have done some towing and had no issues with lack of power. I bought the SL trim package which has extra USB ports, towing, and front and second row heated seats plus more. The pathfinder had some redesigning done which actually makes it more appealing. The ride I consider very smooth but getting use to the location of some of the creature/comfort features will take some time. The audio is great, 13 speaker Boss system, Nissan always seemed to put good stereos in their vehicals. So far this SUV is great! I would highly recommend the Nissan Pathfinder to anyone looking for a well built vehicle for a great price.
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Great drive for great price
Dave, 01/25/2017
2017 Nissan Pathfinder SV 4dr SUV 4WD (3.5L 6cyl CVT)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
Price-Value very high in comparison with other vehicles in its class. Very nice ride, maneuverability, acceleration, great on snow (12 days of snow in past two weeks; no problem with Pathfinder). Very peppy, even on the mountain roads between home in N. Nevada back and forth to California.
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Ready for adventures with our pathfinder
Jennifer, 07/08/2018
2017 Nissan Pathfinder SV 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl CVT)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
Love our new car. It’s gives a very comfortable ride and is Very roomy even in the third row seats. Has everything we need.
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Best vehicle I have ever bought.
Lena Daniels, 01/11/2020
2017 Nissan Pathfinder Platinum 4dr SUV 4WD (3.5L 6cyl CVT)
8 of 9 people found this review helpful
I looked at one on a whim and it ticked all the boxes for us. I did an online check and saw that it is rated 15 out of 29 for 7 passenger SUVs. I have test drove nearly all of those 29 and this is the safest most sturdy feeling SUV I found. I love the 4x4 option and the tow package. I have the Platinum version and my children love the reclining and adjustable seating and the TVs in the headrests. It is a great vehicle. I wish I had bought one years ago. It is better than I ever expected and I will continue to purchase Nissan.
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I still have it!
Waxahachie Woman, 01/16/2017
updated 07/18/2023
2017 Nissan Pathfinder SL 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl CVT)
11 of 13 people found this review helpful
I don't think I've had the car long enough to rate it on some of things asked above, but so far, I really like it. It is very comfortable and I do like the way it handles while driving....there are a few things I am getting used to such as the the back up camera. I was wanting a Ford Explorer but I think I came away with more for the money. I am hoping to get better MPG, but I think that has to do with getting to know the car. *** I've now had the car for a year-and-a-half and while I still like it, there was a problem with the screen. Unfortunately the dealership did not follow through when I first reported the problem due to some changes in their personnel. Therefore I fell through the cracks! When the part was finally ordered it took a little more than a month to get it so I was without radio, Bluetooth, and all the other things that go with the screen on the dash. I tend to keep my vehicles for a long time so I figure that if there is going to be another problem it will be when the car is 2 years old. At that point I will know whether or not I will ever buy another Nissan. And just to demonstrate how long I keep my cars, I have a 2007 Ford Escape Hybrid that I kept for 10 years and have passed down to my son and that car has hardly ever given me a problem. Going on 3 years and still doing well. The screen continues to go out on occasion, but it is rare (every 3 to 4 months) and it comes back on. It'll be 5years this coming December and I still own it. I've had several offers for it but i will have it paid off in 2 months. I hope it continues to give me good service. My only complaint at this point are the front seat seat belts. Passenger side gets stuck. ********** My Pathfinder will soon be 7! Looks like I'll be keeping it a while longer. Unfortunately, I spilled some paint in the back floor so I will not get a lot as a trade, and since I have no major considerations or worries I am just fine. I may just buy a small get around town car, and keep this one for family outings. It still looks good and my seats are still very comfortable. Gas MPG has been average of 22 -24, in town, with 26 on the road. I can seat 7 and 2 small dogs, or 5 with 3 small dogs and 1 Lab. All are comfy.
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Love it!!
Sarah2shop, 12/05/2017
2017 Nissan Pathfinder SV 4dr SUV 4WD (3.5L 6cyl CVT)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
Love my new Pathfinder! Fun to drive & very comfy inside. Only negative I’ve found is that it is easy to forget to turn headlights fully on! Great value for the money!
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Great platinum trim level
Sully , 01/28/2018
2017 Nissan Pathfinder Platinum 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl CVT)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
Bought the wife one and two years later I get the same exact one just a little newer. You do have to adapt to the cvt and understand where and when the "gears" will change in order to continue accelerating through the roads so it doesn't downshift and rev up. The vehicles are great value. The best leg room of any SUV on market and that's a fact for both front and rear seat. Both the 2015 and our 2017 had hood issues. When going over 70-80mph on interstate, the hood would look like it's going to fly up and off so we took them in to be tightened. The 2017 platinum sits a little squatty like and people flash me a lot thinking I have my brights on. The headlights are extremely bright and you can tell when on low beam they're a little high. Feel bad for some oncoming drivers. City/highway avg 19.5mpg at 14,000 miles.
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Jaelenesm9@yahoo.com, 07/24/2018
updated 08/02/2021
2017 Nissan Pathfinder S 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl CVT)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
My backup camera gets stuck and shows me driving Down the road and seeing people behind me Nissan refuse to fix this issue I have videos of this and they said it’s not a safety concern
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Required Maintenance Schedule RIPOFF!
Flyboy, 01/14/2020
2017 Nissan Pathfinder SV 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl CVT)
8 of 10 people found this review helpful
Having to -- NOT just "inspect," but REPLACE -- trans & trans-axle fluid at 30 & 60 & 90K simply because its now in SEALED units that can't be accessed for Inspection is a total "By Design," EXPENSIVE RIPOFF!
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Allen, 01/20/2019
2017 Nissan Pathfinder Platinum 4dr SUV 4WD (3.5L 6cyl CVT)
5 of 6 people found this review helpful
I have owned this vehicle less than one week, my previous vehicle was a 2010 Volvo S80. I purchased this as a towing and gear transport vehicle since I am retired and planning on trips to help out with disaster relief and rebuilding both locally and within the USA. It is a surprisingly quiet and well mannered road vehicle. I have not ventured off road with it but that will happen on hunting trips. I was not looking for the Platinum trim level but I did want 4WD and that option is not very common in this area, so this was one of few used vehicles to choose from. I am not dissapointed, and in fact am impressed with what Nissan has done with this.
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Roman Longoria, 02/28/2018
2017 Nissan Pathfinder S 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl CVT)
5 of 6 people found this review helpful
Overall happy with the vehicle. Had for 3 1/2 years. Ready to trade in for another one. Only slight problem was every time I would back out of my driveway and shift the vehicle from reverse to drive then accelerate I would here a very slight popping sound. Took it into Nissan and they replace something that had to do with the transmission CVT. However, it still made the sound. By the way Nissan has great service. (Ed Hicks in Corpus Christi, TX.)
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Awesome ride all the creature comforts
Johnny darbyshire, 08/20/2018
updated 03/05/2019
2017 Nissan Pathfinder SV 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl CVT)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
Buy a used one and save money
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Love my Pathfinder!
Cathy, 01/22/2018
2017 Nissan Pathfinder SV 4dr SUV 4WD (3.5L 6cyl CVT)
4 of 5 people found this review helpful
We compared 4 vehicles before purchasing our Pathfinder. For the 5 seat models, the Rav4 and Rouge, Rouge won for comfort, size and "solid feeling". We compared the Highlander and Pathfinder, again finding the Nissan Pathfinder more comfortable. The Pathfinder gave the feeling of bing roomier and more "solid". The Pathfinder was our final choice and we've been very happy with the decision!
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upgraded from previous
Grant, 10/09/2017
2017 Nissan Pathfinder Platinum 4dr SUV 4WD (3.5L 6cyl CVT)
4 of 5 people found this review helpful
we bought a LE Pathfinder 10 years ago and it has been a great car, no problems at all. the new version is updated and quieter, wuith better electronics and blue tooth
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Best bang for the buck
Palmer, 04/04/2018
2017 Nissan Pathfinder S 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl CVT)
5 of 7 people found this review helpful
Pathfinders are offered at a deep discount for a reason, which you can read about in professional reviews, but they are an excellent value. Comfortable, drives well, decent fuel economy, and I have not had any issues in 2 years. If you want to save money and get a large SUV that is functional and performs well without trips to the dealer, look no further. If you own it for 3 to 5 years the resale value is not too bad either. Remember you did save a lot off the sticker when you bought it.
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CVT PROBLEMS AT 5000 MILES
Albo12, 11/23/2017
2017 Nissan Pathfinder SL 4dr SUV 4WD (3.5L 6cyl CVT)
12 of 20 people found this review helpful
Nissan will never get the cvt right, i just got the car and cvt is making a strange noise. It the first nissan in our family and it will be the last. Dont get fooled by the lower price. You will pay more in a long run.
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Love it!!
Sarah2shop, 12/05/2017
2017 Nissan Pathfinder SV 4dr SUV 4WD (3.5L 6cyl CVT)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Love my new Pathfinder! Fun to drive & very comfy inside. Only negative I’ve found is that it is easy to forget to turn headlights fully on! Great value for the money!
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Sl with tech
Capnnobody, 01/06/2018
updated 01/07/2019
2017 Nissan Pathfinder SL 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl CVT)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Great acceleration. Nice and quiet interior.
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Avoid - issues with the CVT Transmission
Kent Wipf, 11/13/2023
2017 Nissan Pathfinder SV 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl CVT)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
The CVT Transmission is flawed - Nissan has had issues with it from the start. If you dig into this you will also find out that due to the underlining design flaws of this transmission, there is no surefire way to prevent problems. So I would avoid this vehicle unless you enjoy working on transmissions.
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Love my new Pathfinder
Davis, 03/12/2018
2017 Nissan Pathfinder Platinum 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl CVT)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Had it two weeks and just love how it drives and handles. Quiet inside. Roomy and comfortable. First time owning CVT and I’m so glad I gave it a try. Great acceleration and no jerky shifting. Paint finish is amazing too. Let’s hope the honeymoon continues
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Ready for adventures with our pathfinder
Jennifer, 07/08/2018
2017 Nissan Pathfinder SV 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl CVT)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Love our new car. It’s gives a very comfortable ride and is Very roomy even in the third row seats. Has everything we need.
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I Love My New Car
Ed Wankovsky, 04/17/2017
updated 04/20/2020
2017 Nissan Pathfinder SL 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl CVT)
3 of 4 people found this review helpful
I drive my red Pathfinder with pride. It, really, turns heads. It is comfortable and secure, with plenty of storage. My only problems have been electrical issues and I am disappointed with the gas mileage. Hopefully a recent repair and with breaking in the engine will solve both issues.
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7 Seater was the reason we bought this car.
Dan, 01/18/2017
2017 Nissan Pathfinder S 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl CVT)
10 of 20 people found this review helpful
7 people can easily fit in the vehicle and that's the only reason we bought this car. The exterior look was also a factor when we chose this over Honda Pilot. There are lots of Pros if you are looking for a sizable car and here are some Pros: It is very spacious inside. The S Trim also has a touch screen but no useful apps. All the fancy big screen is for radio station selection and climate controls. We played around with SV and SL trims and we weren't impressed with the apps included in them.
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Love it!
Marti Davis, 11/18/2017
updated 07/27/2020
2017 Nissan Pathfinder SL 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl CVT)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
Still very pleased with my Pathfinder! No complaints or concerns after almost 3 years!
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Love the new Pathfinder
Steve, 01/15/2019
2017 Nissan Pathfinder Platinum 4dr SUV 4WD (3.5L 6cyl CVT)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
Awesome SUV with plenty of room for a big family
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Owned it for only a week, purch with 28k mi
Darius JP, 03/06/2019
updated 11/18/2019
2017 Nissan Pathfinder Platinum 4dr SUV 4WD (3.5L 6cyl CVT)
3 of 6 people found this review helpful
CONs: Disappointing MPG's averaging only 17-18 around town (I drive with a light foot) and low 20's on the Hwy. Today after a 5 min warm-up (temp was 10 degrees) the transmission would not shift into the higher gears, the tach revved aprox 3,000RPM at 30MPH, it took a VERY LONG time before the transmission shifted properly, I'm hoping this will not be a problem. The front camera is not working and the passengers front headrest will not seat all the way despite multiple attempts. PRO's: Very comfortable and quite ride, front heated seats are a welcome this time of year as is the heated steering wheel. The bluetooth works about 95% of the time, not sure why. The interior is cavernous and there is ample storage with the 3rd row in a down position. The front and rear sunroofs fill the interior with day light and make the vehicle seem larger than it is. This truck is loaded with options which we are still exploring, it will take a little time to acclimate to the Pathfinder considering we migrated from a 1st generation Murano.
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Commonwealth Chevrolet, Xzarier
Eddie Delucia , 06/13/2023
2017 Nissan Pathfinder S 4dr SUV 4WD (3.5L 6cyl CVT)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I have had my 2017 Nissan Pathfinder S since March 25. An I love it. Great mileage an runs smooth, but I miss my truck I had to get rid of but it was old with 275000 miles on it
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Nice car
Eddie D., 06/13/2023
2017 Nissan Pathfinder S 4dr SUV 4WD (3.5L 6cyl CVT)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Great reliable car
A large ish roomy BUT not very good car
Mike C., 04/02/2025
2017 Nissan Pathfinder SV 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl CVT)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
This car was purchased as a fleet sale w 22000 mile for a good price one year used. For most of its life it was reliable BUT the maintenance cost were quite high with frequent brake rebuild and several expensive unscheduled unexpected wear out items. Direct operating cost repair fuel maintenance came out to 38 c a mile which was 50 % higher than my Toyota Highlander (mpg similar MUCH Higher maintenance and repair cost nearly 9 K vs 2200 for the Toyota. Breaks avg 25000 mile vs 60000 for the same driver same roads. trans fluid ever 30,000 mile at 400 buck VS once at 125K for 125. Tre wear was double, etc. EXCEPT THE LAST Item which forced me to trade it in the technology never was the issue, just bad engineering . like 1500 for the computerized thermostat buried such that the engine needed to be lifted!. the death of the Infotainment with NO aftermarket support (one system available NO guarantees to fit and these ones uniformly (3 tries) did fix the radio which took out the screen the AC controls the emergency blinkers etc. Nissan wanted 7800 to fix ..the cars FMV at this state IF the system worked was only 5600 which I got for trade in for a new Lexus. This was my first Nissa and my last .I have had 2 Hondas and two Toyotas, I will not again drive a second rate vehicle.
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Money pit
Roy Sankhar , 12/11/2024
2017 Nissan Pathfinder SV 4dr SUV 4WD (3.5L 6cyl CVT)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
This vehicle is being a nightmare played with transmission problems transfer unit sludge in the engine timing chain timing chain guide transfer case again and then all the regular problems Do not buy used Pathfinder It's a piece of crap played with problems.
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Some problems
Mike, 10/20/2017
2017 Nissan Pathfinder S 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl CVT)
7 of 24 people found this review helpful
Front seats are the most uncomfortable I've ever sat in back seats won't fold down level oh my God has less storage than the one before it terrible doesn't get any better gas mileage than the one before it terrible
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Great Car
Alicat22c, 12/22/2019
2017 Nissan Pathfinder SL 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl CVT)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
I upgraded to the Pathfinder from an AWD Murano. I opted for the FWD this time. Great decision on my part and my Pathfinder gets around 25 MPG. I pull an open motorcycle trailer hauling 2 Harley’s and it pulls them wonderful, you can hardly tell they are back there. This is just an overall great car that I have had no issues with at all. Very roomy on the inside. Would definitely purchase another one.
My Experience so far
Kx Thomas, 01/01/2021
2017 Nissan Pathfinder SV 4dr SUV 4WD (3.5L 6cyl CVT)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
2017 Nissan Pathfinder, great handling and I love the room.
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Worst Junk We Ever Owned
Lewis; Ashtabula, Ohio 44030, 11/27/2024
2017 Nissan Pathfinder Platinum 4dr SUV 4WD (3.5L 6cyl CVT)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Certified pre-owned, bought it for wife grocery getter, 30k miles. Looked great, 4wd, good interior room, never abused, garage kept, never towed. Next 10k miles: transmission failed, radiator leaked, almost everything with front suspension replaced, massive undercarriage rusting, muffler fell off, side mirror adjust button broke, fog light wiring, rear door hinge,front brake issues.Major parts under warranty or extended warranty. After transmission and brakes replaced, still not correct. Vehicle always hunts for a gear, jerky. Braking is weird. Sometimes will hesitate on aceleration. When its first started regardless of outside temperature it tachs up to 4k rpm, was told this is normal self check, im sure this is great for for the engine when its below zero, no wonder Nissan had engine oil gunking issues. Worst SUV we ever owned. We have a field only truck, 1975 Ford F250 thats more reliable than this Nissan.Junk, over priced, underpowered. I hope Nissan goes bankrupt, going to "dump" it at loss.
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Great Value
Jim ( Chicago), 12/01/2024
2017 Nissan Pathfinder SV 4dr SUV 4WD (3.5L 6cyl CVT)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I bought this Pathfinder SV in 2017 new with 2 miles on it. It has proven itself reliable. It has been in the shop for zero repairs and now has 91,400 miles. I have changed the battery, tires and brakes all around.I would recommend this vehicle for towing (6000 lbs) and power (V6). I have 4WD on demand and works fine. I get 24.9 mpg city highway mileage.
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Sv version too basic but great car
Niles, 12/19/2020
2017 Nissan Pathfinder SV 4dr SUV 4WD (3.5L 6cyl CVT)
0 of 2 people found this review helpful
I love so many things about this car. We have taken it camping and skiing and handles anything we give it. The reason I didn't give it a 5 is that the sv is 4x4 but doesn't have a compass and the seats hurt my back and hips for long rides.