2024 Nissan Pathfinder 4WD Rock CreekFuel Economy & MPG Ratings

Gasoline Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD4-Wheel Drive
2024 Nissan Pathfinder 4WD Rock Creek

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City
20
MPG
Highway
23
MPG
Combined
21
MPG

Trim Comparison

Automatic (S9)
Premium
City
20
Hwy
23
Comb
21
Fuel cost: $3,900/yr
Annual Fuel Cost
$3,900

Based on gasoline at $3.67/gal, 15,000 miles/year

5-Year Fuel Savings
$-7,500

vs. average new vehicle

EPA Fuel Economy Score: 4/10
GHG Score: 4/10

Environment

CO₂ Tailpipe Emissions
418 g/mile
Annual Petroleum Consumption
14.2 barrels

Specifications

Engine
3.5L 6-cyl
Transmission
9-speed Automatic
Drivetrain
4WD
Body Style
SUV/Crossover
GVWR
Class 1 (≤6,000 lbs)

Source: EPA fuel economy data & NHTSA vPIC. Specifications reflect the most common trim configuration.

Engine & Efficiency Details

Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov

Engine Size
3.5L, 6-cylinder
Induction Type
Direct Injection
Efficiency Tech
Auto Start-Stop
Fuel Type
Premium Gasoline

Annual Fuel Cost by State

Prices as of week ending May 18, 2026 · Source: EIA

National AvgEPA default
$4.490/gal$3,207/yr
California
$5.957/gal$4,255/yr
Texas
$3.888/gal$2,777/yr
Florida
$4.136/gal$2,954/yr
New York
$4.522/gal$3,230/yr
Ohio
$4.510/gal$3,221/yr
Washington
$5.591/gal$3,994/yr
Colorado
$4.618/gal$3,299/yr
Minnesota
$4.344/gal$3,103/yr
Massachusetts
$4.448/gal$3,177/yr

Calculated at 15,000 miles/year (EPA standard assumption) using 21 MPG combined. Regular gasoline prices. Actual costs vary.

NHTSA Safety Ratings

Source: NHTSA (nhtsa.gov)
Overall Safety Rating
5/5
2024 Nissan Pathfinder SUV AWD

Crash Test Scores

Front Crash — Overall
Front Crash — Driver Side
Front Crash — Passenger Side
Side Crash — Overall
Side Crash — Driver Side
Side Crash — Passenger Side
Side Pole Crash
Rollover
Rollover Probability15.5%

Safety Equipment

Forward Collision Warning: StandardLane Departure Warning: Standard
59
Owner Complaints
2
Recalls
0
Investigations

Recall History2

Source: NHTSA

Owner-Reported Problems59 complaints

Source: NHTSA

NHTSA has received 59 owner complaints for the 2024 Nissan Pathfinder 4WD Rock Creek. Top reported issues include engine, brakes and electrical system. The data below is sourced from consumer complaints filed directly with NHTSA.

Problems by System / Component

Engine
17
Brakes
14
Electrical System
11
Power Train
8
Advanced Safety (ADAS)
7
Visibility / Wipers
6
Speed Control
6
Structure
4

2024 Nissan Pathfinder 4WD Rock Creek problems by category: Engine: 17 complaints, Brakes: 14 complaints, Electrical System: 11 complaints, Power Train: 8 complaints, Advanced Safety (ADAS): 7 complaints, Visibility / Wipers: 6 complaints, Speed Control: 6 complaints, Structure: 4 complaints.

3
Crashes Reported
0
Fires Reported
9
Injuries Reported

Sample Owner Complaints

Electrical SystemFiled: 04/17/2026ODI#11731818
The component that failed/malfunctioned is the instrument cluster and it is available for inspection upon request. The instrument cluster which displays the RPMs, miles, gas gauge, vehicle temperatur…
EngineFiled: 01/23/2026ODI#11712877
The vehicle has an ongoing safety-related defect involving the forward distance sensor. The distance sensor randomly turns off while driving, which disables critical collision-avoidance systems includ…
Air BagsFiled: 03/19/2025Crash3 InjuriesODI#11649268
The car was involved in a collision into a jersey barrier on the left side of the vehicle at high speed that is 60 mph first the none of the airbags deployed and including the front airbags driver kne…

Complaint data is sourced from the NHTSA Complaints Database. Reports are filed by vehicle owners and may not reflect confirmed defects. Last updated via NHTSA API.

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