Updated 2026 Nissan Pathfinder Unveiled
Nissan continues a large-scale update of its U.S. lineup. After refreshing the Kicks, Murano, Leaf, and Sentra, it is now the turn of one of the brand’s most popular SUVs — the three-row Pathfinder.
Visually, the 2026 Pathfinder has changed very little — the update can mainly be noticed in the redesigned front fascia. The grille is now wider, without the silver frame, and the mesh pattern has become finer. A new color, Baltic Teal, has been added to the palette, and top Platinum trims now get 20-inch wheels and black roof rails instead of silver ones.
The main changes are inside the cabin. All versions now come with a 12.3-inch touchscreen supporting wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. SL and Platinum trims also receive a digital instrument cluster of the same size. The wireless charging pad has been upgraded as well — it now features cooling and its power has been increased to 15 watts.
The 2026 Pathfinder is equipped with an HD 360-degree camera system and a “transparent hood” function that allows the driver to see obstacles beneath the front of the vehicle. Under the hood, nothing has changed: the same 3.5-liter V6 with 284 hp paired with a 9-speed automatic transmission. All trims come with all-wheel drive, and the Rock Creek version offers seven driving modes — from Eco to Sand and Mud.
Pricing has not yet been announced, but it is expected that the new model will not cost more than the 2025 Pathfinder, which currently starts at $37,895 in the U.S. Sales of the 2026 Nissan Pathfinder will begin next spring.
