2010 Nissan Pathfinder Overview, Reviews, Ratings & Specs

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Crash Test Rating
Source   NHTSA
MPG (up to)
12 -15 City / 18 -22 HWY
Source FuelEconomy.gov
Horsepower
266 -310
Seats
7
Front passenger 3/4 w/ wheels turned.

Positive Owner Reviews

accountCircle Nancy M
Perfect vehicle for a big family. Very spacious.
I had to purchase a bigger vehicle because my Chevy cruze didn't fit all 4 of my kids plus my husband. We settled on a used 2010 pathfinder. It is very spacious and comfortably fits our 1 year old twins and our two boys who are relatively tall for their age. It drives smooth it feels comfortable and safe. The gas is a bit pricey, but for most SUVs it usually is. We are more than happy with our purchase we've had no problems with our pathfinder it works perfect for our rural mountain home.
accountCircle Amy C
Can fit seven people. The two back rows can fold down.
It holds seven people, so fits the whole family. Is able to tow a trailer. Has a strong engine. Be careful with the battery connections.
accountCircle Nyah R
The car is pretty high off the ground, it feels more like a truck.
The only problems I really have with this car is that the steering wheel is really stiff and the brakes are super touchy. Other than that the car drives real nice and smooth. It can get up to speed fast which helps when driving in a busy city. It has seat warmers and the heater/ac can fill the car within minutes. The car is super spacious, although it does have a small trunk. It has a lot of the controls on the steering wheel, too, which is nice when you are trying to switch radio stations when you are driving. Overall, the car is super reliable. It has a mile gauge on the dashboard where it shows exactly how many miles you have left to drive before your gas tank is empty and it is always accurate.
accountCircle Patricia S
The pathfinder: comfortable and equipped.
I currently drive a Nissan pathfinder. It is a FWD SUV with seating for seven. It is a very comfortable vehicle, both to drive and to be in due the amount of space and comfort of the cabin, all adorned in black alcantara. Its CVT transmission is smooth and responds quickly, and the car gets decent gas mileage for a larger vehicle at around 25 highway. It has been reliable for the most part, bar a few issues with the brake lights and ignition. It comes standard with cruise control, a screen in the have cluster, a backup camera etc.
accountCircle Kira M
It's great for any kind of weather; rain, snow, sun, and hurricanes. It remains sturdy.
I've had a few problems with the battery in past years, but other than that my pathfinder never lets me down.
accountCircle Patti D
It is good on gas and it is so easy to load groceries in the back
The Pathfinder was the first Nissan that I ever brought and I just love it. Drives smooth, has not needed many repairs, has lots of room and I love loading the groceries and other big items in the back.
accountCircle Laura M
Color and features are the best.
The size is great and all the features. I love the color as well it has 4 wheel drive and traction on ice. It has a third row of seats for more passengers. I really love my Nissan. It drives smoothly. It also has a great sound system. There is nothing I would change about my Nissan. Well maybe one thing may payment it is way too high.
accountCircle Bassel K
Reliable and large. Poor gas mileage.
I really like it. I like that I can haul around anything I need to and It's been very reliable.

Negative Owner Reviews

accountCircle TONI C
I LIKE HOW LONG I HAVE HAD IT AND IT STILL RUNS ALMOST AS GOOD AS THE DAY THE GOT IT
DON'T LIKE HOW THE WINDOW WIND COMES THROUGH. LIKE MILAGE
accountCircle Jason B
6 passenger car back seats folds down and it has vents in the middle/ back row.
I haven't had any problems with the car it runs good to be an 8 almost 9 year old car the only opportunity it has is that it doesn't have enough leg room for those who are average 6ft and the fuel efficiency is very bad you get up to 253 miles but other than that the car is reliable okay.
accountCircle Destinee E
Great car with features that increase its durability and practicality.
Very comfortable with a lot of space inside. The car has a good amount of mileage on it and is very durable. The car also has spot seats for big families. The material of the seats is nice along with the fold down seats in the back. Overall the car is sturdy and has lasted a long time despite circumstances.
accountCircle Kayla M
Review of the 2010 Nissan pathfinder.
The car itself is very safe and comfortable. The interior has high quality materials. It takes a long time for the car to heat up during the winter, but the performance in the snow is well, I have yet to feel unsafe. The breaks are kind of touchy, and you have to really press down on the gas. Sound system is not the best.
accountCircle Marshall M
Amazing car! Want the best bang for your buck? Get this!
No problems. Great car. I got it back when I was 16 years old and I still have it to this day! It has treated me, and my family very well with very few complaints. The one thing I'll say, is that it is well worth it. If you are looking for a car for your kids, this is a great option. You'll get the best bag for your buck!
accountCircle Justine W
Great family or work vehicle, roomy and rugged.
Love the look and style. Issues include crappy headlights, they are dim and yellow, even when you try new bulbs. The clear coat is peeling away, and the rust spreads quickly. No daytime running lights. A/c doesn't work. Parts are expensive. Eats tires regardless of how many times you have it aligned. Seating is adequate for families, third row folds away making the trunk space larger. Plenty of room for tools, sports equipment, groceries all at the same time! Love that I can put a 10 ft board in and still close the back window. Very reliable!
accountCircle Gabriella A
My vehicle is fantastic and favorite.
My vehicle looks very much attractive, high speed, good quality. Very good performance, excellent features. I use it long time. It is famous and most of the people like it. Its body structure and engine is very good and reliable. I can drive it easily anyway.
accountCircle VAE T
The pathfinder seats more than expected however it is nosey.
Although the car runs well it sounds loud when it runs, it turns well, parks well, and has ample storage and sitting. For its small size it carries up to 8 people with its 3 row seat. The front seats are comfortable however the middle and 3rd can be uncomfortable for long rides.

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 FE+
266 HP 17 MPG 7 Seats
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S
266 HP 16 MPG 7 Seats
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SE
266 HP 16 MPG 7 Seats
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LE
310 HP 14 MPG 7 Seats
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2010 Nissan Pathfinder Owner Reviews

4.46
82 Reviews
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5 stars 57%
4 stars 32%
3 stars 11%
2 stars 0%
1 star 0%
accountCircle Maya Y on June 22, 2021
2010 Nissan pathfinder is amazing for camping or if you need lots of room!
Pathfinder is the most comfortable car I have ever had. The seats all lay flat for camping in and has 3 rows if I need to drive a lot of people. I wish it had better gas mileage but this is the best car I have ever had! It is super reliable and I haven't had to do any major repairs. The car can go on all terrains and I am not afraid to drive on rough roads with it.
accountCircle Juan S on March 25, 2021
Good Pathfinder with high mileage
The vehicle has a very good ride, plenty of power and room for passengers. The only problems are some of the switches are failing to work on the steering wheel and for the windows. Also, the lift gate stopped working and the heater hose for the rear ac failed causing the engine to overheat.
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Pros from Owners

likeFilled Kris S.

It is a Nissan, They are usually Very reliable vehicles. It is very Spacious. It is an Attractive vehicle. It still runs great, even with 175,000 miles on it and 10 years old. I have not had any mechanical issues with this vehicle.

likeFilled Fan R.

I get great mileage and repairs have been minimal over the years. It all depends on how well you keep up with the basic maintenance requirements. Never had any transmission or engine problems. Breaks are great and replaced the brake pads a few times, primarily due to lots of uphill downhill usage and incline parking. Vets pretty good long distance mileage but much better local mileage.

likeFilled Felix A.

Very nice drive. Love the 4wd for the winter. Very low maintenance. Like all the special ops like the heated seats and wheel. Electric seats and extended brake pedal. Lots of rear room with a extra seat in the back.

Cons from Owners

dislikeFilled Kris S.

It does not get Great gas mileage, but it is still pretty good for such a large vehicle. The Second Row, folding Cup Holder is not very well made. There are not any REAL Cons, that I can Think Of. It truly is a great Truck and I have enjoyed driving it.

dislikeFilled Fan R.

The cons, I would say the first one is the amount of oil it burns through in the summer, and the paint job. Seems to guzzle oil more than SUV and there has not been any oil leaks. The initial paint job wasn't too great according to the original owner who said the paint started fading after the first year.

dislikeFilled Felix A.

Taught it would be better on gas giving that it's only a six cylinder motor. Did not like the fact that the spare tire in under the car as opposed in the trunk area or under the hatch back. The jack to replace the tire if not made that well for this vehicle and not that great to use should have been more heavy duty.

Ranks #9 Midsize SUV by Owners

The 2010 Nissan Pathfinder has an average owner rating of 4.46 out of 5 which ranks it #9 of 22 other Midsize SUVs.

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2010 Toyota 4Runner
4.77
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2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser
4.73
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2010 Nissan Pathfinder
4.46

Ranks #7 Midsize SUV by Fuel Economy

The 2010 Nissan Pathfinder has a combined MPG of 23 which ranks it #7 of 22 other Midsize SUVs.

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2010 Toyota Venza
29 MPG
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29 MPG
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2010 Nissan Pathfinder
22 MPG

Is The 2010 Nissan Pathfinder A Good Car?

It is a very good vehicle. It is very spacious and has been a reliable vehicle. It runs and drives very well.
Kris S.
It has its perks, runs good. NY winters make them rust faster. It is safe and has plenty of room with the third row.
Justine W.
Yes, haven't had any mechanical problems. I've had it serviced regularly and it's been reliable. It seems like it might be a little hard on batteries.
Melissa M.

How Reliable Is The 2010 Nissan Pathfinder?

It is very reliable. I have had very few problems with it. I have had to replace a part or two, but it is an old vehicle. The parts that had to be replaced were inexpensive and not hard to replace.
Kris S.
It is pretty reliable. Has not let me down yet. Problems are the air conditioning only worked for 6 months after I purchased it in 2017.
Justine W.
Yes, it's reliable and the only problems have been with the seal around the window in the back door. It leaks even after they supposedly fixed it.
Donna W.

Is The 2010 Nissan Pathfinder A Good Value?

I financed mine for $11,000. I, personally, think I got a pretty good value. Nissan is a quality brand and I am very pleased with my purchase.
Kris S.
MSRP is $30,000, holds its value until you drive it off the lot. I paid $15,000 at 6 years old. It is now worth about $3,000 at 9 yrs old.
Justine W.
I paid somewhere around $31,000 for it in 2010. I haven't checked to see what it's current value is. I think it's been a good value.
Manuel R.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the 2010 Nissan Pathfinder fuel filter location?

Answer: As the owner of a 2010 Nissan Pathfinder, You probably know that You should regularly inspect the fuel filter in Your vehicle. This should be done every 5,000 miles, or 6 months, whichever happens to occur...

What's the 2010 Nissan Pathfinder ecm location?

Answer: As You're looking under the hood of Your 2010 Nissan Pathfinder straight on, if You look at the back corner on the passenger side, behind the white plastic window washer reservoir with the blue cap, You'll see...

2010 Nissan Pathfinder: What is the oil type and capacity?

Answer: The engine oil capacity for the 2010 Nissan Pathfinder 5.6l engine iS6.9 quarts (6.5 liters) and 5.4 quarts (5.1 liters) for the 4.0l engine. Nissan recommends using the engine oil with the viscosity of SAE...

How much oil does the 2010 Nissan Pathfinder take?

Answer: The engine oil capacity of the 2010 Nissan Pathfinder depends on which engine it has. The V6 models can hold 5.375 quarts and the V8s can hold 6.75 quarts. The best oil to use in the Pathfinder is an energy...

What kind of oil does the 2010 Nissan Pathfinder use?

Answer: The kind of oil the 2010 Nissan Pathfinder uses iS5w-30. Having high quality oil is important for the engine to run smoothly. You will run into problems with the oil at some point. Old or bad oil can cause the...
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Safety & Reliability

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Not Rated
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Moderate Overlap Front

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