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2016 Nissan Pathfinder

The 2016 Nissan Pathfinder is a compact SUV, rated at 23 MPG combined by the EPA, with a 5-star NHTSA overall safety rating. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for this model year.

2016 Nissan Pathfinder
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Combined MPG
23
NHTSA safety
Starting price
$37,000
Recalls
2

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Full specifications

Identity

SRC · NHTSA vPIC
MakeNissan
ModelPathfinder
Model year2016
Vehicle classCompact SUV

Engine & drivetrain

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
Displacement3.5 L
Cylinders6
TransmissionAutomatic (variable gear ratios)
DrivetrainFront-Wheel Drive
FuelRegular Gasoline

Fuel economy

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
City MPG20
Highway MPG27
Combined MPG23
CO₂ tailpipe390 g/mi
EPA annual fuel cost$2700

Available configurations

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
Pathfinder 2WD23 MPG combined
Pathfinder 4WD22 MPG combined
Pathfinder 4WD Platinum21 MPG combined

Fuel economy

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
City20 MPG
Highway27 MPG
Combined23 MPG

Efficiency vs class average

Pathfinder23 MPG
Class average32.2 MPG

About 29% below the class average.

Est. monthly payment
$652/mo
Amount financed
$33,300
Total interest
$5,793
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5-year fuel cost
$8,739

$1,748/yr · 12,000 mi/yr · $3.35/gal

Combined MPG23
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Cost to own

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Safety ratings & recalls

SRC · NHTSA vPIC
Overall
Frontal crash
Side crash
Rollover

Recalls (2)

  • AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION16V244000 · 2016-04-26

    Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Nissan Maxima, 2013-2016 Nissan Altima, NV200, LEAF, Sentra, and Pathfinder, 2014-2016 Nissan NV200 Taxi, Infiniti QX60, QX60 Hybrid, and Q50 Hybrid, 2014-2017 Nissan Rogue and Infiniti Q50, 2015-2016 Nissan Murano, Murano Hybrid, and Chevrolet City Express, 2014-2015 Nissan Pathfinder Hybrid, and 2013 Infiniti JX35 vehicles. In these vehicles, the front seat passenger Occupant Classification System (OCS) may incorrectly classify an adult passenger as a child or classify the seat as empty despite it being occupied. As a result, the passenger frontal air bag may be turned off and not deploy in the event of a crash.

    Remedy: Nissan will notify their owners. Chevrolet City Express owners will be notified by General Motors. Dealers will reprogram the Air Bag Control Unit (ACU) and OCS Electronic Control Unit (ECU) in Altima, Maxima, Murano, Rogue, and Sentra vehicles, and replace the OCS ECU in LEAF, NV200, NV200 Taxi, Pathfinder, Infiniti Q50, JX35, and QX60 and Chevrolet City Express vehicles, free of charge. Interim notices were sent to owners on May 31, 2016. Owners will receive a second notice when remedy parts become available. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669, Infiniti customer service at 1-888-833-3216 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020.

  • LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HOOD:LATCH22V420000 · 2022-06-13

    Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2013-2016 Pathfinder vehicles. On certain Pathfinder vehicles, the secondary hood latch may malfunction and remain in the unlatched, unsecured, position when the hood is closed.

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the bell crank assembly, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed March 26, 2025. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall are R22A2 R22A3 and R24B7.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the MPG of the 2016 Nissan Pathfinder?

The 2016 Nissan Pathfinder is EPA-rated at 23 MPG combined (20 city / 27 highway).

Is the 2016 Nissan Pathfinder reliable?

NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2016 Nissan Pathfinder. Recalls are repaired free of charge by the manufacturer — verify any open recalls by VIN before purchase.

How safe is the 2016 Nissan Pathfinder?

The 2016 Nissan Pathfinder earned a 5-star overall NHTSA safety rating, including 4 stars in the frontal crash test.

How much does it cost to fuel the 2016 Nissan Pathfinder?

At 12,000 miles per year, the 2016 Nissan Pathfinder costs roughly $1,748 per year to fuel, or about $8,739 over 5 years at current U.S. energy prices.

What type of vehicle is the 2016 Nissan Pathfinder?

The 2016 Nissan Pathfinder is classified as a compact suv. Common rivals in this class are worth comparing on price, MPG, and safety.

Sources: NHTSA vPIC · EPA FuelEconomy · NHTSA vPIC