2026 Nissan Pathfinder Platinum

The 2026 Pathfinder is Nissan's three-row family SUV, slotting between the smaller Rogue and the full-size Armada. It competes with the Honda Pilot, Toyota Highlander, and Kia Telluride in the crowded mid-size SUV segment. The Pathfinder's V6 provides ample power for merging and towing, though the nine-speed automatic can feel hesitant at low speeds. The cabin offers comfortable seating for up to eight, with a spacious cargo area behind the third row. Standard tech includes a touchscreen infotainment system with smartphone integration, plus a suite of driver-assistance features. The Platinum is the top Pathfinder trim, adding quilted semi-aniline leather, a head-up display, and a Bose 13-speaker audio system over the SL and Rock Creek. Its 3.5L V6 makes 284 horsepower and 259 lb-ft of torque, routed through a nine-speed automatic to four-wheel drive, which returns 22 mpg combined. The Platinum's ProPILOT Assist 1.0 combines adaptive cruise with lane-centering, making highway miles noticeably more relaxed.