Nissan has unveiled the refreshed 2026 Nissan Pathfinder, featuring a bold new design and upgraded technology. The updated Pathfinder will make its public debut at the 2025 Los Angeles Auto Show, before arriving at dealerships in early 2026.
For 2026, the Pathfinder receives updated front and rear fascias, new satin exterior badging, and a new color option called Baltic Teal. Inside, a redesigned dashboard now features a larger standard touchscreen with embossed “PATHFINDER” lettering below the display.
Higher trims get more visual upgrades: SL and Platinum models trade silver roof rails for sleek black ones, while the Platinum trim adds new 20-inch wheels, quilted seats, and wood-tone interior trim for a more upscale feel.
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Every 2026 Pathfinder now includes a larger 12.3-inch touchscreen infotainment system with wireless Apple CarPlay and wireless Android Auto. SL trims and above also gain a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster. There’s also a redesigned wireless charging pad with faster 15-watt output, magnetic phone positioning, and active cooling to prevent overheating.
The Pathfinder’s HD Intelligent Around View Monitor, now includes two new camera modes: Front Wide View, which provides a 180-degree perspective to help see around obstacles, and Invisible Hood View, which gives drivers a virtual view through the hood—ideal for tight spaces or rough terrain.
The 2026 Pathfinder continues to offer three rows of seating for up to eight passengers, or seven with available second-row captain’s chairs.
Under the hood, the 2026 Pathfinder retains its 3.5-liter V6 engine, producing 284 horsepower and 259 lb-ft of torque, paired with a nine-speed automatic transmission.
The Pathfinder Rock Creek trim returns for 2026 with off-road upgrades that include a lifted suspension, all-terrain tires, and unique styling touches like a bold front bumper, tubular roof rack, and LED fog lights. Inside, the Rock Creek sports leatherette seats with Lava Red stitching and rugged interior accents. A new Rock Creek Premium Package adds a panoramic moonroof, wireless phone charging, a 12-volt cargo outlet, and a heated steering wheel.
Every 2026 Pathfinder includes Nissan Safety Shield 360, which features automatic emergency braking, blind-spot warning, lane and departure warning. The ProPILOT Assist and Intelligent Cruise Control systems come standard on SV trims and above for easier highway driving.
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