2013 Nissan Pathfinder Overview, Reviews, Ratings & Specs

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IIHS Crash Test
Good
Source   IIHS.org
MPG (up to)
19 City / 25 HWY
Source FuelEconomy.gov
Horsepower
260
Seats
7
Front passenger 3/4 w/ wheels turned.

Positive Owner Reviews

accountCircle Luis G
2013 Nissan pathfinder platinum.
I absolutely love this car. Great for children. Has the TVs behind the headrest so super easy for entertainment. Also the interior is leather so it is super easy to clean and maintain stainless. The car drives very smoothly so far only issue I had was a check engine light and it was just a sensor that needed to be replaced other than that again I absolutely love this car!
accountCircle Christine T
Safe and easy ride prices are fair and coverage is good with the company.
I love the interior room. I like the versatility of use. I appreciated no hassle with warranty when I had to replace the transmission.
accountCircle Anthony S
It was very expensive to buy.
1. It is a platinum edition so it has a lot of features.. 2. It is 4 wheel drive when I need it.. 3. It is large enough to carry a lot of baggage when the seats are down.. 4. It will seat 9 people comfortably with all seats are up... 5. It has a very good tow package if needed.. 6. The only thing I do not like about it is that it does not the newer technology features like automatic braking and blind side warning system..
accountCircle Jenny S
The 4 wheel drive. You can switch it to auto, 2 wheel drive and to 4 wheel.
I like how comfortable it is. I like how roomy it is. It is a smooth ride. I like the LCD screen. I like the 4 wheel drive. It is heaven driving in the snow.
accountCircle Steve V
Great car for the busy family!
Love the look of the pathfinder. It has the most comfortable seats of any vehicle I have ever owned. Very stable on the road. Great when towing a boat! Plenty of stow space when the seats are down and comfortably seats 7 adults when using all three rows of seats.
accountCircle Jill B
Very comfortable drive! Not what I expected of a pathfinder!
Loving my Nissan pathfinder. Comfortable to drive. Easy handling on the road. Love my backup camera! Double sunroof is very nice when you want some sunshine in the car. Heated seats front and back. Easy to put back seat down for extra cargo space. The only problem I have had with this vehicle was having to replace the transmission. Everything else has been great!
accountCircle Stacy E
CVT transmission problems.
We bought it new off the lot and have had to take it in numerous times for transmission problems. Cvc transmission shakes when taking off. I found out there was a class action lawsuit filed on 2013 Nissan with CVT transmission. They’ve fixed it several times but every so often it shakes when I take off.
accountCircle Kim P
Plenty of room, great on gas, great horsepower.
I love my Nissan pathfinder. I have not had to replace anything. I have never been stranded. The kids love the seat because they all recline and allows for more comfort. It will also get up and go. I was really shocked when driving my friends car that it did take off like mine does and I love that.

Negative Owner Reviews

accountCircle Donna
Bad car
I bought my 2013 pathfinder new. I have had nothing but problems. The motor had to be replaced at 60000 miles the push button start has not worked several times. I have a stack of repair receipts. I have spent about $5000 getting repairs done. I will never buy another Nissan.
accountCircle Liz G
Faulty transmissions and parts coming off the line! Corporate doing nothing.
Several recalls on airbags, there were electrical and transmission problems until it went out and Nissan refused to do anything about it. There was a recall campaign on the same year as mine and during the same time manufacturing but Nissan said my vehicle wasn't apart of the campaign. Corporate refused to fix my problem.
accountCircle Anthony S
Love my 2013 platinum pathfinder.
I have the platinum edition and I love all the gadgets it has for the year I bought it. That is the main reason I bought it. However, the 2018’s have more. I did have some minor problems at first. The auto window motor went out the first year but Nissan replaced it under warranty. They also had three or four recalls but those were taken care of at the dealer.
accountCircle LaShonda B
Buyer beware of lemon. Expensive vehicle to maintain.
One month after purchase(2014), the transmission had to be replaced. The transmission had to be replaced again in 2019. Countless amount of costly repairs. I will never even consider purchasing another Nissan again. The only positive feature is that the vehicle is spacious.
accountCircle Suriya P
The title of my car is El Diablo
The problem I have with my car is that it overheats it sometimes it won't start it just gives me problems everyday
accountCircle Laci
Unreliable
I’ve owned Nissans for years. Would never buy another one. Air conditioning went out after 3 years. Transmission went out after 5 years. Visors are extremely poor design. Had them replaced under warranty, then refused to use the new ones, but they STILL broke. They fall down and obstruct view. It is roomy, and gets decent gas mileage- but unless you are a mechanic, I’d avoid this car.
accountCircle Jessica K
It has double DVD players behind driver and passenger seats.
It is comfortable to drive and has many added features. But, I have already replaced transmission, about to replace the fan motor and replaced door handles and again need replacing in the rear and it leaks tremendously. The seals everywhere have come loose and around the sunroof and moonroof they are loose again. And, the key fob for this vehicle costs $400!
accountCircle Elizabeth R
That something will always need to be repaired.
I like that it is an SUV. I do not like that the hatch to the trunk gets stuck, and the button to open the trunk can get jammed. I dislike that it is a push button start instead of a key.

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
260 HP 21 MPG 7 Seats
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SV
260 HP 21 MPG 7 Seats
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SL
260 HP 21 MPG 7 Seats
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Platinum
260 HP 21 MPG 7 Seats
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2013 Nissan Pathfinder Owner Reviews

4.24
246 Reviews
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5 stars 52%
4 stars 29%
3 stars 12%
2 stars 4%
1 star 2%
accountCircle Bailey L on June 15, 2021
The back opens up for easy access & easy packing.
I love the space and comfort that my Nissan provides for my large family for us to travel places together with everything we need to pack for our trips. It has been a huge improvement from my old cars which provided no space. I love it and I hope to keep this car for a long time. No mechanical issues yet.
accountCircle Rachael C on June 9, 2021
Nissan pathfinder warranty.
I bought my Nissan from a Toyota dealership. It had a few problems at first but they fixed the car under the warranty. I am just glad I found the issues before the car warranty was up, then I would’ve been screwed. It is a very nice car and has a lot of space.
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Pros from Owners

likeFilled Chassidy M.

It has Third row seating which is great for large families. Driving is smooth and hugs to the role. It gets great gas mileage. It has keyless start, keyless entry. It has tow package for your outdoor needs. It has a spacious midsize cargo area.

likeFilled Emily L.

Spacious, smooth ride, good on gas. Fits my child's car seat perfectly! Great trunk space. Six cylinder, good pick up on the highway. It is on the pricier side compared to the rogue or murano but worth it in the long run!

likeFilled Shelby D.

It is a very convenient vehicle and it has all the books and crannies. It has heated/cooled seats, navigation system, heated steering wheel, a moon roof, is good on gas, reliable, and has a total of 7 seats.

likeFilled Maggie R.

It has 4wd. It has three rows of seats, two of which fold all the way down. I can carry plenty of people, or I can make room to transport a bunch of stuff or car camp. It is super versatile! It gets great gas mileage for an SUV of its size: 23-28 mpg.

likeFilled Adriana M.

I like cars that are not low to the ground and my car is high. I also like that it has the screen camera where I can see where I am backing up without actually having to turn around. It also seats up to 8 people. It is big and spacious.

Cons from Owners

dislikeFilled Chassidy M.

If you do not like keyless entry and keyless start. You have to double lock it BC sometime the back hatch do not lock on one click. To replace the remote it is approx. $250+. Tire sensors show caution on cold days. Clock on radio changes from daylight saving time on or off it do not let you adjust time.

dislikeFilled Emily L.

The fact that it is on the pricier side. You should use premium fuel over regular gas which is more expensive in the long run. The stow away seats and a pain the put away and when they are up it takes away from the trunk space.

dislikeFilled Shelby D.

The only con I really have for my car is that if you put the third row of seats up, it does not give much room for groceries or anything else. I feel like it is barely a three row car because of that. If they added maybe about 5 inches to the back, it would be perfect.

dislikeFilled Maggie R.

The stereo system is not up-to-date enough to connect to my phone, so I have to do some annoying workarounds to listen to music. Sometimes I miss the fun of having a smaller vehicle. Other than that... There are not really many cons! It is a great car!

dislikeFilled Adriana M.

It is a bit older. Also the handles have broken off a couple times and the air conditioner is hard to work. For example, there is a fan at the back seat but only the people in the front can turn it on. Also sometimes in the winter I cannot tell if the heat or air conditioner is on since the air always comes out cold at first x.

Ranks #17 Midsize SUV by Owners

The 2013 Nissan Pathfinder has an average owner rating of 4.38 out of 5 which ranks it #17 of 21 other Midsize SUVs.

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2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser
4.84
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2013 Jeep Wrangler
4.62
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2013 Nissan Pathfinder
4.24

Ranks #4 Midsize SUV by Fuel Economy

The 2013 Nissan Pathfinder has a combined MPG of 25 which ranks it #4 of 21 other Midsize SUVs.

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2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek
33 MPG
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2013 Subaru Outback
30 MPG
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2013 Nissan Pathfinder
25 MPG

Is The 2013 Nissan Pathfinder A Good Car?

Yes. Very comfortable, lots of space, decent gas mileage for a larger SUV. Heated seats, remote start, moonroof and sunroof. Great handling in winter weather.
Celeste M.
Yes, my Nissan pathfinder is a great car. It is roomy inside, can seat 7. We can carry necessary item with the rear seats folded down. It handles excellent in snow and ice. It has a backup camera that... Read More
Kelley H.
Yes, it has a lot of room inside & it is easy to store items in the back. The audio inside is good. The seat heaters are also a nice bonus for when it gets cold. The mileage is decent as well.
Brian C.
Absolutely, we really like this vehicle because it gives us plenty room for being able to include our grandchildren in some of our road trips!! Also, we have plenty of cargo space for many trips to... Read More
Lorraine B.
Yes but there have been numerous problems with the air conditioning and had a problem with the moonroof this summer too
Mckenna T.
Yes it’s a good vehicle to have all the way around. The features with the navigation system and DVD player etc.
Cassandra M.
Yes. It has enough space to fit my family of 5. Plenty of storage when laying down the back seat. Good build
Laura L.

How Reliable Is The 2013 Nissan Pathfinder?

Yes, it is very reliable. I haven't had any issues with it since purchasing it earlier this year. We Ve taken it on road trips and been very comfortable and safe.
Celeste M.
No it has not have any issues. It has been a very reliable car to drive. It has several different modes of driving. 2 wheel, all wheel and 4x wheel. And it has an auto with allows it to go into all... Read More
Kelley H.
It is reliable for the important aspects of a car & the only issue it has is that the passenger side sunshade tends to break easily.
Brian C.
So far we feel very fortunate as to the reliability of our Nissan. Other than some minor issues we really have not had any problems with this Nissan.
Lorraine B.
Yes and yes there have been several issues with the air conditioning this summer and last and the moonroof broke due to the heat in the area
Kathy W.
Yes my vehicle is very reliable and dependable. My vehicle don’t have any problems going on with it. I have drove in and out of town several times in this vehicle.
Anne R.
It is a reliable vehicle. I do not have any real problems to list about the vehicle. It isn't my favorite vehicle but it gets me from point a to b
Wendy K.

Is The 2013 Nissan Pathfinder A Good Value?

We paid around $16k for ours with 88k miles. So far it is a great vehicle and I feel like it was worth what we paid, especially with all the awesome features.
Celeste M.
We bought ours for $20,500 approximately. With all of the features it has, it was a very good value. We bought it used so we saved considerable money. Like I said, I love this car.
Kelley H.
A little over $30k, which is a good value considering all of the great aspects about it including efficiency, look, & reliability.
Brian C.
We paid roughly $18,000 and feel it was definitely a good value. For all that this vehicle offers it is sufficient for us. We are very happy with the quality of the interior of our Nissan. It is very... Read More
Lorraine B.
19,000 No I would not purchase another due to the multiple systems that I have had problems with. Not a good vehicle for someone with a fixed income
mercedes B.
The current value of my vehicle is worth 12,000 which is a great value because owing less than the current value is even better.
Michael S.
Mine was used so we paid $20,000 which was a good deal considering the mileage. I would say it was a good value for all the different features it has
Makayla D.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the 2013 Nissan Pathfinder windshield washer pump location?

Answer: Replacing the windshield washer pump on the 2013 Nissan Pathfinder is a risky proposition, because it entails removing the front bumper cover from the vehicle. There are a number of clips that You need to...

What's the 2013 Nissan Pathfinder transmission fluid type?

Answer: The 2013 Nissan Pathfinder uses Dexron VI Transmission Fluid. It has a capacity of 10.9 quarts. Transmission fluid, similar to oil, is a lubricant and its purpose is to make sure that the various working parts...

What's the 2013 Nissan Pathfinder transmission fluid capacity?

Answer: The 2013 Nissan Pathfinder has a transmission fluid capacity of 10.9 quarts of fluid. Nissan recommends that You use an OEM automatic transmission fluid in Your car to help protect the gears inside of it. It is...

What's the 2013 Nissan Pathfinder transfer case fluid type?

Answer: The 2013 Nissan Pathfinder uses OEM Nissan transfer case fluid which is A75W-90 synthetic gear oil. You can use any API GL-5 rated transfer case oil though in the vehicle if You do not have access to the OEM...

What's the 2013 Nissan Pathfinder ac relay location?

Answer: The 2013 Nissan Pathfinder ac relay location is in the fuse box on the passenger side firewall of the engine compartment. Being a sweaty mess is never a good time. That's why the air conditioner needs to be in...
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Safety & Reliability

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IIHS Crash Test

Moderate Overlap Front

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Roof Strength

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Driver-side Overlap Front

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*Insurance Institute for Highway Safety