Nissan Pathfinder MPG by Year
Here's the official EPA Nissan Pathfinder MPG for every engine and drivetrain from 1987 to 2026.
Pathfinder MPG by Year and Version
The EPA has rated 149 configurations of the Pathfinder across gas and hybrid versions. Pick a year to compare engines and drivetrains.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Combined | EPA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pathfinder 2WD | 3.5L 6-cyl | Auto (S9) | FWD | 21 | 27 | 23 | View |
| Pathfinder 4WD | 3.5L 6-cyl | Auto (S9) | 4WD | 21 | 26 | 23 | View |
| Pathfinder 4WD Platinum | 3.5L 6-cyl | Auto (S9) | 4WD | 20 | 25 | 22 | View |
| Pathfinder 4WD Rock CreekPremium Gasoline | 3.5L 6-cyl | Auto (S9) | 4WD | 20 | 23 | 21 | View |
Pathfinder MPG Over the Years
Each bar shows the range of combined MPG across every Pathfinder configuration the EPA rated that year, from the thirstiest version to the most efficient. Hover or tap a year to see the numbers.
Years When Pathfinder Fuel Economy Changed
The Pathfinder's ratings stay flat for long stretches. These are the model years where something changed enough to matter when you're comparing used ones.
- 2013: The top combined rating rises to 22 MPG, up from 17 MPG the year before.
- 2014: The first hybrid Pathfinder shows up in the EPA data. Its 26 MPG combined rating tops the previous year's best of 22 MPG.
How the Pathfinder Compares
The EPA rated 55 full-size SUVs for 2026. The best Pathfinder version, at 23 MPG combined, ties for 13th with 7 other models of 55. Combined ratings in the class run from 14 to 37 MPG, with a median of 21. Plug-in hybrids and electric models are ranked separately.
| Rank | Model | Combined |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jeep Cherokee | 37 MPG |
| 2 | Toyota Grand Highlander | 36 MPG |
| 3 | Toyota Highlander | 35 MPG |
| 4 | Hyundai Palisade | 34 MPG |
| 5 | Lexus TX | 27 MPG |
| 13 | Nissan Pathfinder | 23 MPG |
What Does a Pathfinder Cost to Fuel?
Pick a Pathfinder, then enter your gas price and how much you drive. The math uses the EPA city and highway ratings, weighted by how much of your driving happens in each.
Pathfinder MPG Questions
Which Pathfinder year gets the best gas mileage?
The 2014 and 2015 Pathfinder Hybrid 2WD holds the top EPA rating at 26 MPG combined (25 city, 28 highway). Among 2026 models, the Pathfinder 2WD is rated at 23 MPG combined.
What's the best gas mileage from a non-hybrid Pathfinder?
The 2015 to 2020 and 2023 to 2025 Pathfinder 2WD with the 3.5L 6-cylinder and front-wheel drive is rated at 23 MPG combined (20 city, 27 highway).
Is there still a gas-only Pathfinder?
Yes. The 2026 Pathfinder lineup includes 4 gas-only versions, rated 21 to 23 MPG combined.
Does four-wheel drive hurt Pathfinder fuel economy?
Not by much. On the 2026 Pathfinder, the best front-wheel drive version is rated at 23 MPG combined and the best four-wheel drive version at 23 MPG.
Why doesn't my Pathfinder match the EPA numbers?
EPA ratings come from standardized lab tests. Your results depend on speed, climate, idling, passengers and cargo, roof racks, tire pressure and upkeep. The ratings are best for comparing one vehicle against another. To track your own numbers, try the MPG calculator.
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Where These Numbers Come From
Cedrick Reese built this page from the EPA fuel economy file published on fueleconomy.gov. It has 149 ratings for the Pathfinder from 1987 to 2026, and every one of them is shown in the table. Each row in the table links to the matching EPA vehicle record, so you can check any figure against the source. Ratings from before 2008 use the EPA's revised estimates, which put older vehicles on the same scale as newer ones. The page is rebuilt whenever the EPA publishes an updated file, which picks up new model years and any rating corrections. The cost calculator uses the gas price you enter rather than a national average, so the result fits where you live.
Ratings on this page come from the EPA file downloaded on October 1, 2026.
Sources
- Download Fuel Economy Data, fueleconomy.gov, U.S. DOE and EPA
- Vehicle data field definitions, including the revised 1984-2007 estimates, fueleconomy.gov
- Factors that affect fuel economy, fueleconomy.gov