2026 Nissan Pathfinder Price, Specs and Range

What is it?

The R53 Pathfinder is the fifth-generation Pathfinder, on sale in Australia since 2022. Large unibody seven-seat SUV with Nissan's 3.5L naturally aspirated V6 producing 202 kW and 340 Nm, paired to a 9-speed automatic. The Intelligent 4WD system offers seven drive modes on higher grades, and braked towing tops the unibody seven-seat class at 2,700 kg.

The lineup runs from ST-L 2WD at $54,690 plus on-roads, through to Ti-L 4WD at $79,990 plus on-roads. Warranty cover sits at 5 years, unlimited km.

Interior and Technology

2,700 kg braked towing is segment-leading among unibody seven-seaters. The 9-speed auto replaces the old CVT, the seven-mode Intelligent 4WD covers Snow, Sand, Mud and Tow drive modes, and the third row remains adult-usable thanks to EZ Flex tip-and-slide.

No hybrid powertrain offered. 10.5 L per 100 km combined is thirsty for the class, premium fuel preferred. Ti and Ti-L lose the seventh seat for second-row captain's chairs.

Quick Buyer Context

Should you buy the Pathfinder?

Reasons to buy

2,700 kg braked towing is segment-leading among unibody seven-seaters. The 9-speed auto replaces the old CVT, the seven-mode Intelligent 4WD covers Snow, Sand, Mud and Tow drive modes, and the third row remains adult-usable thanks to EZ Flex tip-and-slide.
Warranty: 5 years, unlimited km.
5-star ANCAP (2022), full driver-assist suite.
Braked towing rated at 2,700 kg.

Reasons to wait

No hybrid powertrain offered. 10.5 L per 100 km combined is thirsty for the class, premium fuel preferred. Ti and Ti-L lose the seventh seat for second-row captain's chairs.
You want a hybrid powertrain (Kluger Hybrid or Sorento HEV), better fuel economy than 10.5 L per 100 km combined, or a 7-year+ warranty.
Ti at $69,690 plus on-roads drops to 6 seats. If you need 7, stay on ST-L. Ti-L at $79,990 plus on-roads overlaps with Hyundai Palisade Hybrid and Mazda CX-90 territory.
Top trim climbs to $79,990 plus on-roads.

Who it suits

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Families

Big boot, safety kit

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Tow rigs

2,700 kg braked

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Adventure

Off-road capability

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Commuters

Daily driver, low fuss

CarTell Verdict

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The CarTell take

We have not driven this yet. On paper, here is how it stacks up.

Strongest suit on paper: 2,700 kg braked towing is segment-leading among unibody seven-seaters. The 9-speed auto replaces the old CVT, the seven-mode Intelligent 4WD covers Snow, Sand, Mud and Tow drive modes, and the third row remains adult-usable thanks to EZ Flex tip-and-slide.
The trade-off: No hybrid powertrain offered. 10.5 L per 100 km combined is thirsty for the class, premium fuel preferred. Ti and Ti-L lose the seventh seat for second-row captain's chairs.
Check before you buy: Ti at $69,690 plus on-roads drops to 6 seats. If you need 7, stay on ST-L. Ti-L at $79,990 plus on-roads overlaps with Hyundai Palisade Hybrid and Mazda CX-90 territory.
Best suited to: Caravan towers and big families who want 2,700 kg braked towing, a real seven-seat layout on lower grades, and a soft-roader-capable seven-mode AWD system on 4WD grades.

Common questions

How much is the 2026 Nissan Pathfinder in Australia?

Pricing opens at $54,690 plus on-roads for the ST-L 2WD and runs to $79,990 plus on-roads for the Ti-L 4WD.

How much can the Nissan Pathfinder tow?

2,700 kg braked across every grade, segment-leading among unibody seven-seat SUVs.

Does the Nissan Pathfinder have 7 seats?

The ST-L 2WD and ST-L 4WD come with a 7-seat layout. The Ti and Ti-L grades replace the bench second row with captain's chairs, dropping the seat count to 6.

Does the Nissan Pathfinder come as a hybrid?

No. The R53 range is petrol V6 only for 2026. No hybrid or plug-in hybrid is offered.

Nissan Pathfinder

What is it?

Interior and Technology

Should you buy the Pathfinder?

Reasons to buy

Reasons to wait

The Rivals

We have not reviewed the Nissan Pathfinder yet.