2025 Nissan Pathfinder 4WD Rock CreekFuel Economy & MPG Ratings

Gasoline Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD4-Wheel Drive
2025 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
2025 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
37
Owner Complaints
1
Recalls
0
Investigations

Recall History1

Source: NHTSA

Owner-Reported Problems37 complaints

Source: NHTSA

NHTSA has received 37 owner complaints for the 2025 Nissan Pathfinder 4WD Rock Creek. Top reported issues include brakes, advanced safety (adas) and engine. The data below is sourced from consumer complaints filed directly with NHTSA.

Problems by System / Component

Brakes
7
Advanced Safety (ADAS)
6
Engine
6
Power Train
5
Visibility / Wipers
5
Electrical System
5
Speed Control
4
Structure
3

2025 Nissan Pathfinder 4WD Rock Creek problems by category: Brakes: 7 complaints, Advanced Safety (ADAS): 6 complaints, Engine: 6 complaints, Power Train: 5 complaints, Visibility / Wipers: 5 complaints, Electrical System: 5 complaints, Speed Control: 4 complaints, Structure: 3 complaints.

3
Crashes Reported
0
Fires Reported
3
Injuries Reported

Sample Owner Complaints

Advanced Safety (ADAS)Filed: 04/20/2026ODI#11732404
The front collision radar and Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) on my 2025 Pathfinder Platinum fail intermittently and repeatedly, creating a severe safety hazard. The vehicle is currently ava…
BrakesFiled: 12/21/2025ODI#11706414
VIN [XXX] Date of Incident: December 21, 2025 Location: I-295 South, merging onto I-95 South, Jacksonville, FL Vehicle: 2025 Nissan Pathfinder, VIN [XXX] Owner: [XXX] Witness: [XXX] Phone Number: …
Power TrainFiled: 09/07/2025ODI#11685534
Vehicle Information •Make: Nissan •Model: Pathfinder •Year: 2025 •Mileage at Incident: Less than 2,800 miles •Purchase Date: May 2025 Summary of Problem: Since purchase, the vehicle has had repeated b…

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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