Crash Test Rating
Source   NHTSA
MPG (up to)
15 City / 21 HWY
Horsepower
270
Seats
7
Front angle medium view.

Positive Owner Reviews

accountCircle Tommyboy
Best SUV nissan has made
Bought my 06 pathfinder in 2020 from a one owner and he had impeccable service records and history on it that he gave me, the owner had it since mile 1 and he was a single man with no kids so the 3rd row seating has never been raised. I have had it right at a year and its by far the best SUV i have ever had. No complaints whatsoever. Gets great mpg being an suv and i cant say enough about the 4x4
accountCircle Melanie F
It seats 7 people comfortably.
I have a 2006 Nissan pathfinder. Our air conditioner would not work with the blower above 2 and we didn't know what caused it. Then when we needed the heater, it only worked when you revved the vehicle. It got cold in idle. All we needed was coolant and it fixed the air conditioner and the heat.
accountCircle Tara D
It has 3 rows of seats. Its nice and well maintained.
I like it because it's bigger and has a 3rd row seat. I do not like that it does not have air vents in the back. The hood does not shut completely.
accountCircle Rose S
My dependable pathfinder has all the features that I need.
Has very few issues, performs great, always starts, has heated seats, plenty of room both for legs and head, has sunroof, large area for storage in rear of car. It has always been very dependable and I would purchase another car of the same make and model.
accountCircle Heather M
Pretty tan color and gray leather seats.
It has touch screen stereo built in DVD player 2wd and 4wd. Sunroof. Problems are o2 sensor going out. And the crankshaft sensor is going out. It seats 7 comfortably has leather seats. And heated front seats. Plus has many outlets to plug phone chargers into.
accountCircle Matthew K
Nissan pathfinder will amaze you.
The truck rides very heavier. A lot heavier then it actually is. It is powerful. It can quickly accelerate to make a lane change or entering a highway. It is good on gas not great but the all the time four wheel drive makes up for that. When it is either running or in snow having that four wheel drive will keep you moving. Great ground clearances great interior space. Leather is beautifully stitched and seats are very comfortable. Huge storage area in the trunk when you put down the third row. The third row is another bonus when you have small children or just you want to take a bunch of people. Head room is high. Bose sound system really sounds amazing. Car is very nice to look at.
accountCircle GERMAIN T
It's very dependable and still stylish among the current line up
This vehicle has not given me any trouble in all the years that I've owned it, it has really been good to me and for me and my family. Nissan did a great job with this SUV sadly I dislike the new updated version it appears to be a minivan. Anyway i have no other complaints my pathfinder is great
accountCircle Sharon R
The Nissan Pathfinder is a great vehicle it's dependable and a smooth ride .
I love my pathfinder . I find the performance to be incredibly good. I haven't had any problems with it and I bought it with over 100,000 miles on it. The driver's seat is very comfortable you can even adjust the height of the pedals. It has three rows of seats that easily fold down. Another feature some can appreciate is it has I believe 5 outlets to plug a car charger into. Just really love this car. It handles like a charm and when we had some flooding last week it breezed right through some of the smaller creeks that run over our roads out here in the hill country.

Negative Owner Reviews

accountCircle Brayan S
Sometimes it breaks on me and give me a lot of issues but it still takes me to places
It breaks down. It is ugly. It gets the job done so i can't complain too much.
accountCircle LaDonna W
This vehicle is noted for having transmission issues!
I purchased this vehicle used shortly over two years ago. Thirty days after I purchased it the transmission went out. Apparently this vehicle is noted for having transmission problems. I had the transmission professionally rebuilt and the part they got from Nissan was defective and it had to be taken apart again and fixed! Beware of the Nissan pathfinder and transmission!
accountCircle Ash M
My 2006 Nissan pathfinder survived 5 Maine winter's. But at what cost.
Reliable & safe. Has been hit 3 times and has never gotten one dent. Very spacious & good for carpools. Many defects with sensors (I. E. Tire pressure and o2). 17-22 miles/gal with a large gas tank. Adjustable seats make it ideal for packing/moving large or many items.
accountCircle Robin P
It has a dvd player built in!! Keeps my kids entertained.
I love that it has a third row. And I like that it can haul around 7 people and all their stuff. I do not like that I've had to replace radiator and transmission .
accountCircle Kevin M
06 pathfinder, great car, not great on gas.
Drives great. Has low miles for a car that is 13 years old. Plenty of room for me and my child. Gas mileage is not good at all, however. City miles are really bad. Highway miles are decent though. And driving more in the city should have been taken into consideration, but, it is a great car for the price I paid for it. I will always buy Nissan's from now on.
accountCircle Myeshia U
It does not have overhead vents. It does have a third row seat.
The Nissan Pathfinder is a great car for a family of five. It has a third row seat that we usually keep down so that there is extra trunk space. I do not like that there are no overhead vents in the back of the SUV. I have purchased a portable fan so that my children can feel the air during the summer.
accountCircle Kyle C
It gets bad gas mileage and rides like a truck cause its v8.
Large and feels safe. Gets bad gas mileage. Has a rough ride.
accountCircle Nicholas I
It's good for family rides.
Honestly the car itself is great but have had many problems due to the dealership being horrible. So my advice is to choose the right dealership. Choosing the right dealership is key to a good, long lasting car. Be very cautious. Always take a good long look at the car you buy. Always check for the small things you might not think about at first.

Nissan Pathfinder Models

Models also known as Trim Levels, are used to identify a vehicle's level of equipment or special features.

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270 HP 18-18 MPG 7 Seats
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SE
270 HP 18-18 MPG 7 Seats
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SE Off Road
270 HP 18-18 MPG 7 Seats
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LE
270 HP 18-18 MPG 7 Seats
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2006 Nissan Pathfinder Owner Reviews

4.28
68 Reviews
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5 stars 47%
4 stars 38%
3 stars 10%
2 stars 4%
1 star 0%
accountCircle Laura L on March 28, 2021
Has more torque than expected.
Overall a great car with lots of power. At 90000 miles it is has had quite a few repairs now on many parts, but not all completely needed. Gas mileage good, appearance nice. Not much room inside for a family, but ok for a small family.
accountCircle Natalie R on March 18, 2021
Incredible family storage.
My vehicle has a large amount of space for not only storage, but also for people. The seats are very comfortable, and with seven seats there is plenty of room for anyone you need. The back seats do fold, to allow more space in the trunk. The car runs incredibly efficiently and is a safe family car.

Pros from Owners

likeFilled Rachel D.

The vehicle has a lot of space and it is good to drive in all kinds of weather conditions as it is a 4-wheel-drive vehicle. The car lasts a long time and can withstand a lot of mileage. This car is a great first car for a teenage driver and can last them a long time.

likeFilled Liz L.

Has lots of power and good for outdoor activities and terrain. For it is size it gets pretty good gas mileage and it can fit quite a few people. It is stylish and a good looking car I am proud to own. The maintenance has not been much on it.

likeFilled Bernice W.

It's a SUV, so it's versatile and roomy. It can fit 7 people comfortably and it's a comfortable ride. Its reliable and low maintenance. It's fun to drive because it sits high, it makes it easy to navigate in heavy traffic.

likeFilled Alexa E.

It is not too big of an SUV. I can tow a trailer with because I have a v6 and it does not tear anything up. I believe my car is indestructible because I have had multiple small incidents and you cannot tell that any real damage was done. It's been the most reliable car up to 300,000 miles on it.

likeFilled Linda M.

I like the fact that it is higher up, it offers a good amount of space, the back seats go down to offer even more space, it is a reliable car. It looks nice, it is fun to drive. Nissan has a history of making cars and trucks that last a very long time with very few problems.

Cons from Owners

dislikeFilled Rachel D.

As the car has gotten older, the gas mileage is not great, I have to fill it up a lot. It is an older car and you can tell, but I am sure newer versions are good. I started driving it when it was already 10 years old and I have been driving it for the past four and a half years.

dislikeFilled Liz L.

It has had some earlier than normal repairs done on it. For one the gas gage went out fairly early. It is not really built for anyone over 6 feet tall. My 6 4 husband has to move the seat back so far to drive it he is almost in the back seat.

dislikeFilled Bernice W.

The gas usage can be expensive because it's a SUV. The ride can be bumpy. You can't make a quick turn or else the pathfinder will tip over. It's sometimes a challenge to park. The repairs can be expensive if you don't take care of proper maintenance.

dislikeFilled Alexa E.

The gas mileage is not so great. Transmission went out at around 280,000 miles. Cannot always feel it shift gears, so you blink and your going 55 in a 30 speed zone. It is expensive to find parts for the vehicle, even simple things like shocks for the back window hatch and a bumper for the back of the car.

dislikeFilled Linda M.

I would like to get better gas mileage. I really do not have many cons, my car has been relatively free from significant problems. The most costly repair I have had was replacing the catalytic converters. I have replaced the radiator. The rest of the repairs I have had are expected as it is a 2006 and has almost 140,000 miles.

Ranks #8 Midsize SUV by Owners

The 2006 Nissan Pathfinder has an average owner rating of 4.28 out of 5 which ranks it #8 of 18 other Midsize SUVs.

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Ranks #5 Midsize SUV by Fuel Economy

The 2006 Nissan Pathfinder has a combined MPG of 23 which ranks it #5 of 18 other Midsize SUVs.

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21 MPG

Is The 2006 Nissan Pathfinder A Good Car?

Yes. I have had very few problems with it. I like the size because I can carry whatever I need to: furniture, tools, baby stroller. I can carry up to 7 or 8 people.
Linda M.

How Reliable Is The 2006 Nissan Pathfinder?

I have had very few problems. I have replaced the battery twice, recently replaced the radiator, replaced the catalytic converters.
Linda M.

Is The 2006 Nissan Pathfinder A Good Value?

I purchased the 2006 pathfinder in 2015. I paid about $11,000. I have found it to be a good value and reliable transportation,.
Linda M.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the 2006 nissan pathfinder subwoofer speaker size?

Answer: While the 2006 Nissan Pathfinder does not come with a subwoofer, per se, it does have rear door woofers. These are 2 ohm units that measure 6-3/4 inches. If You're looking to add aftermarket speakers or...

What's the 2006 Nissan Pathfinder starter relay location?

Answer: The 2006 Nissan Pathfinder starter relay is located in the engine fuse box. The cavity is in the leftmost column. If You are having issues due to a bad starter relay, probably the most common symptom will be...

What are some of the 2006 Nissan Pathfinder ac problems?

Answer: The most common problem You'll encounter with the air conditioner on Your 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is that the AC compressor clutch will fail. Signs that this has occurred is a squealing sound when You engage the...

2006 Nissan Pathfinder: What is the oil type and capacity?

Answer: The 2006 Nissan Pathfinder uses SAE 5w-30 full synthetic oil. It has a capacity of 5.3 quarts. Oil keeps the internal parts of Your engine lubricated and it also removes dirt, sludge, and other impurities which...

How much oil does the 2006 Nissan Pathfinder take?

Answer: The 2006 Nissan Pathfinder holdS5 3/8 US quarts of 5W-30. If temperatures are colder but above 0 degrees fahrenheit the owner's manual specifieS-10W-30 or 10W-40. Nissan recommends changing the oil and filter...

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Safety & Reliability

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