2008 Nissan Pathfinder Overview, Reviews, Ratings & Specs

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Crash Test Rating
Source   NHTSA
MPG (up to)
12 -14 City / 18 -20 HWY
Source FuelEconomy.gov
Horsepower
266 -310
Seats
7
Front angle medium view.

Positive Owner Reviews

accountCircle Rachael R
I have a basic package on my car. I love how well it drives and how well it tows. It has automatic windows
It is a great family vehicle. With 3 rows of seating it can fit up to 8 people
accountCircle Melissa F
It's a really dependable vehicle. I haven't had any issues with it.
I love the leather seats in the back up camera. I do wish that it had more than just the auxiliary input. Bluetooth would be really nice, but I realize that it's an older vehicle.
accountCircle Sarah E
Review on 2008 Nissan Pathfinder
I absolutely love this vehicle. I have the highest package in this model if I'm not mistaken. To start with it has pretty good gas mileage for a sport utility vehicle. On average in town I get about 18-20 mpg. Durable inside and out. I personally love this model better than the 2013 and up. Spacious trunk with third row seating that can be put away or set up for 2 more passengers. Heated front seats are always nice for cold mornings. My package includes DVD entertainment, 6 disc cd changer and backup camera as well. Mine is closing in on 90,000 miles and runs like a champ.
accountCircle Jeff K
That is roomy and it is sturdy
Suv with good features that has aged well. Seats comfortable and car is durable. Wish gas mileage was better and sometimes the AC works too well
accountCircle Michael C
To tall, head room is tight getting in.
Great reliable 4 wheel drive vehicle only thing is to stiff shocks hits bumps and holes very hard. But drives on highway excellent. Good control in bad weather rain and snow, gas mileage is good on highway, better around town. Rear hatch is sometime difficult to open, feeling around for button to push.
accountCircle pamela w
It's good on gas and great on the highway i like when we go on trips
I like everything about my car , but i wish it had a phone capable
accountCircle Erica L
It is a very dependable vehicle.
3 row capable, great legroom, spacious. Great vehicle for large families. Great for travel but when 3rd row is up small trunk space. Love that it is not a bully vehicle even though it is a SUV. Great mileage and really great on gas. Great style and smooth drive.
accountCircle Maria T
Love that it seats 7 people
I love the car it has enough room for the kids and it really has not giving us any problems. We have taking it on long trips and it has been very reliable. Great on gas. The engine is big and you can get to anything under the hood. I have has the pathfinder since 2008 and it still in great condition. It seats 7 people and you can fold the seats down when you want to add other items in the car. You can put a rack on top of the pathfinder when going to vacation. There is A/C in the back and front of the car. There is a cup holder in the front and the back great for kids when they are eating back there.

Negative Owner Reviews

accountCircle Dariel
New
Transmission problems.
accountCircle Billie S
It can haul a lot of people and items if you work. Overhaul I like the truck but it's a lot of maintenance too keep it up
It's very comfortable. It reliability is very good, but performance it's has a lot of issues with enigmatic problems likes to come on a lot. Other then that it's a pretty good truck
accountCircle Amy P
The vehicle is expensive to own.
The vehicle good in bad weather. Everything is to expensive. Bad on gas. Very uncomfortable to ride in.
accountCircle Ruben C
It is a great car to go on trips
It is dependable. I've taken it on many family trips. I haven't done any major work on it except for what's needed
accountCircle Kendall B
Great car, too boxy for me
No problems, just too boxy for me, Third row seating is great as it can hold 8 people rather than the normal 7 passengers. Overall great car
accountCircle Rich N
Decent car when its not in the shop.
Pros- plenty of interior room, not too crazy on gas consumption, foldable seats make carrying large things easy. Cons- constant mechanical issues.
accountCircle Olivia M
It's super safe! It's a nice drive too
My car is very safe, but it is not at all fuel efficient. That's a huge problem for a broke college student like me!
accountCircle Bethany G
Reliable! Great for smaller families (3-4) but tight for larger. Perfect for frequent back roads/rougher terrain, and outdoor type families.
This has been a very dependable vehicle. Great to have 4w high and low at the turn of a switch inside. This seats 8 but the back seats are higher and have less room than the rest of the car. Not very suitable for larger children or anyone over 5' 2" to ride for very long. We live that all the rear seats fold into the floor flat to haul larger loads (or even when camping and the tent fails < true story!). This helps make up for the fact that there is very little trunk space. Grocery shopping or traveling means the tear seats HAVE to be folded down. Other than some space issues, however, we love it and it's super reliable! Changes I would make: more rear room, headrests that are easier to get up/down (backs are low so these are a must for safety), we've had a few computer glitches but may be based on the age, better AC in the rear.

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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S
266 HP 17-17 MPG 7 Seats
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SE
310 HP 15-15 MPG 7 Seats
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SE Off Road
266 HP 17-17 MPG 7 Seats
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LE
310 HP 15-15 MPG 7 Seats
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2008 Nissan Pathfinder Owner Reviews

4.36
73 Reviews
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5 stars 49%
4 stars 40%
3 stars 10%
2 stars 0%
1 star 1%
accountCircle Karen T on March 29, 2021
Loving my Nissan pathfinder.
I love my pathfinder. It has been a very reliable car. It has had some electrical issues such as sensors and the clock consistently losing time. Had issues with door locks as well.
accountCircle Alexa H on March 8, 2021
Great for work, moving/transporting or for families & trips.
The car has nice insulation and cooling, great sound quality. The car is sturdy and tough. Also, roomy and has nice placement of controls. Volume can be controlled on steering wheel. There's a backup camera, comfortable seats, decent storage. 2 glove boxes, pockets in every door. Pouches behind the front seats. There's a 3rd row with 2 seats. The entire back seats can be folded down flatly. The trunk is a hatch and also contains a hidden compartment in the floor and in the sides of the last row.
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Pros from Owners

likeFilled Laura T.

The pros are that it has over 114k miles and is going strong. Additionally, it was rated very high for safety and has side curtain airbags. The vehicle came with a built in first aid kid and has three rows of seats as well as a full size spare tire.

likeFilled Laura T.

The pros of this vehicle have been no mechanical issues in 12 years and 114,000 miles. I would purchase this vehicle again as it was made extremely well and is reliable. The vehicle has two glove compartments which is a nice feature as well as three rows of seats to seats 7 people.

Cons from Owners

dislikeFilled Laura T.

The vehicle has poor gas mileage per gallon. Additionally, when turning on the heat the air conditioning turns on as well. Although there is a wind deflector for the moon roof, the vehicle is quite noisy. The hydraulics for both the good and lift gate wore out years ago when they were hardly used. This poses a safety hazard.

dislikeFilled Laura T.

The major con that I have with my 2008 pathfinder se model is that with a window slightly ajar, the wind noise is extremely loud. The vehicle has a moonroof and a wind deflector and again I will say that the sound of the wind is a major con.

Ranks #7 Midsize SUV by Owners

The 2008 Nissan Pathfinder has an average owner rating of 4.37 out of 5 which ranks it #7 of 20 other Midsize SUVs.

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2008 Toyota 4Runner
4.64
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2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser
4.61
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2008 Nissan Pathfinder
4.36

Ranks #6 Midsize SUV by Fuel Economy

The 2008 Nissan Pathfinder has a combined MPG of 22 which ranks it #6 of 22 other Midsize SUVs.

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2008 Subaru Outback
26 MPG
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2008 Hyundai Santa Fe
24 MPG
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2008 Nissan Pathfinder
20 MPG

Is The 2008 Nissan Pathfinder A Good Car?

Yes it is a great vehicle. It has three rows so it is perfect for big families. Speakers are clear and loud. It has a back up cam. It also has a sunroof.
C D.
Yes it drives well. 4 wheel drive works well. All seven seats come in handy. Comfortable for my family.
Trystin C.
Yes - I have found it very reliable in the time that I've had it. I think that it is very safe. I would feel comfortable having all the members of my family behind the wheel of a pathfinder.
Jay C.

How Reliable Is The 2008 Nissan Pathfinder?

The Nissan pathfinder se is reliable if you take care of it. The only problem I have with mines is the shocks so when I hit bumps in the road I bounce all over the place.
C D.
Yes very reliable, no issues with the car as of yet. Drives safely. Brake system is amazing. No issues.
Trystin C.
The only issues that I've had with the car are on the dashboard lights and I've had some issues with the windshield wipers on the rear window. Overall, it runs great and has never broken down.
Mary C.

Is The 2008 Nissan Pathfinder A Good Value?

I am not sure how much it cost brand new but I bought mines for 3800 used. I think it was a good value.
C D.
My 2008 Nissan pathfinder se cost about ten thousand dollars. The valve is good and completely worth it.
Trystin C.
The pathfinder, in my opinion, has held it's value and still runs very well considering it is close to 100,000 miles.
Ally B.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the 2008 Nissan Pathfinder heater control valve location?

Answer: The 2008 Nissan Pathfinder heater control valve is located on the inlet or the outlet port. This valve is in charge of making sure the coolant is allowed through when it needs to be and is blocked when it does...

What's the 2008 Nissan Pathfinder fuel pump relay location?

Answer: The 2008 Nissan Pathfinder has a fuel pump relay switch that can be found in the main fuse box. This box is located at the front of the engine compartment. To find it, You will first need to go to the front of...

What's the 2008 Nissan Pathfinder ecm relay location?

Answer: The 2008 Nissan Pathfinder ecm relay location is in the fuse box. To get to the fuse box look to the left of the steering wheel look for a small seam or crack along the dash. Using a screwdriver or prybar You...

What's the 2008 nissan pathfinder wheel bolt pattern?

Answer: The factory specs lists the wheel bolt design for the 2008 Nissan Pathfinder aS5 X114.3mm. For any car, the bolt pattern is categorized using two numbers. The first number tells You how many bolts are on the...

2008 Nissan Pathfinder: What is the oil type and capacity?

Answer: The 2008 Nissan Pathfinder uses SAE 5w-30 full synthetic oil. It has a capacity of 6.5 quarts. Oil keeps the internal parts of Your engine lubricated and it also removes dirt, sludge, and other impurities which...
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Safety & Reliability

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Overall

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Not Rated

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Side

*National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
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IIHS Crash Test

Moderate Overlap Front

Side

Roof Strength

Driver-side Overlap Front

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*Insurance Institute for Highway Safety