The Nissan Pathfinder is anything but diminutive. As a roomy three-row SUV, Pathfinder provides ample space for occupants and all the goodies passengers bring along for the ride. This midsize unity vehicle’s cabin quells most outside noise, making conversations from front row to third row riders relatively easy. Pathfinder’s smooth ride, stable handling, and reactive steering were strong take-aways from a week-long test drive of the Pathfinder Platinum with 4WD. With its last major overhaul in 2022, Pathfinder is essentially unchanged for 2024.

A 3.5-liter V6 producing 284 horsepower at 6400 rpm and 259 lb-ft of torque at 4800 rpm is the power provider for all five trim levels (S, SV, Rock Creek, SL, and Platinum). Engine mates to a 9-speed automatic transmission. Platinum’s Captain’s Chairs package provides heated second row captain’s chairs with removable center console. Pathfinder Platinum features include 20-inch alloy wheels, chrome side sills, and leather-wrapped steering wheel. Tested 114.2-inch wheelbase Nissan Pathfinder Platinum collects estimated mpg of 20 city/25 highway and carries a base MSRP of $50,680.