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| The Pathfinder gets a refresh for 2026, as it faces new competition in the form of a renewed Telluride, Palisade, and GM three-row SUVs. |
The Nissan Pathfinder has long been a popular model for the brand and now it’s time for it to receive a mid-cycle refresh. For the 2026 model year, the Pathfinder’s exterior styling is enhanced with a new grille that brings it more in line with the new Murano and 2026 Sentra. Baltic Teal is also a new paint color and the Platinum trim has a new 20-inch rim design. The interior is also updated with a new 12.3-inch touchscreen with standard Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. The SL and Platinum trim also have a new 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster. It also looks like there are more touch capacitive controls in general to go with the new infotainment display, which was previously an 8-inch display. Most competitors have a 12-inch display, so this keeps the Pathfinder more relevant with its competition.
One thing that is unchanged between the 2025 and 2026 Pathfinder is the powertrain: you will still get a 3.5L V6 engine as standard, no turbocharging or hybrid options. AWD is available, standard on the Rock Creek trim. Nissan has been behind the curve on electrification, such as hybrids, but did just recently reveal the Rogue PHEV, which is basically just a Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV rebadge. It is worth noting that the Pathfinder’s upscale cousin, the Infiniti QX60, only comes with the 2.0L VC-Turbo engine now.
Do you like the refreshed Nissan Pathfinder? Would you like a hybrid option, or opt for the Rogue PHEV? Pricing for the 2026 Pathfinder is still unknown, but it will arrive at dealers in early 2026 and will be officially unveiled at the 2025 L.A. Auto Show.
