Powering the vehicle is a naturally-aspirated 3.5-liter V6 that outputs 284 hp (211.8 kW) and 259 lb-ft (351 Nm) of torque. Both of our test models included Nissan’s ProPilot Assist system, which has a more advanced lane-keeping system that uses the navigation system to predict road curves and other changes for a smoother experience. Adaptive cruise control is also standard on all but the base trim model. Most of Nissan’s advanced safety systems are standard in the Pathfinder, including rear cross-traffic alerts, forward collision mitigation, rear automatic braking, and lane departure warning plus blind-spot monitoring. Where Nissan’s technology shines, though, is in driver assistance and advanced safety. But Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard with even the base 8-inch touchscreen, so many of these infotainment problems can be avoided by using one of those. That system works well, but falls behind competitors in terms of polish, with voice commands of the older “follow the long thread of voice menu prompts” variety. We also weren’t impressed with the lack of USB ports for the rear cabin or the yesteryear tech of the infotainment system. That makes for a very uncomfortable long-distance drive despite Nissan’s self-touted “Zero Gravity” seats. Namely the front passenger seat does not raise and lower, sitting down on the floor without adjustments to go upwards. We drove both a production prototype Pathfinder in its topmost Platinum edition and a production model in its mid-tier SL trim and noted the same issues with both vehicles. Add in a 6,000-lb (2,721.5-kg) towing capacity and it’s clearly tough to beat. There are larger cargo spaces on the market, of course, but none with the kind of openness and versatility that the Pathfinder offers for easy-access seating and cargo combinations. Cargo space is also well-sized, at 16.6 cubic feet (470 L) behind the third row, 45 cu ft (1,274 L behind the second row, and 80.5 cu ft (2,279.5 L) with both second and third rows down. Roominess and storage are abundant throughout and we feel that the new Pathfinder is one of the most passenger-friendly options in its segment in that regard. The inside of the new 2022 Pathfinder feels bigger, with more width and more headroom as a direct result of the body changes – plus, third-row access is easier than it’s ever been. Interior space is improved slightly thanks to the changes as well. This robust look translates into a beefier, more SUV-looking Pathfinder. There's a flatter grille, higher stance, and straighter roofline. ![]() Most of that change comes by dropping the “car-like” profile of the previous design and moving towards a more robust, squared-off look. ![]() While not physically too much bigger than the previous-gen model, the new Pathfinder appears taller, wider, and bulkier by comparison. The resulting 2022 Nissan Pathfinder is very different from its predecessor, moving towards larger SUV proportions visually. Nissan gave the Pathfinder a year off during the pandemic, skipping the 2021 model year in order to focus on the redesign for 2022.
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