2016 Nissan Pathfinder
US · SUV · Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
The 2016 Nissan Pathfinder is listed in the US market as a suv with gasoline power. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.
- Engine
- 3.5L 6-cylinder
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Drivetrain
- Varies by configuration: FWD, 4WD
- Fuel
- Gasoline
- Economy
- 21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km) to 23 mpg (10.2 L/100 km) combined
Key Figures
Engine
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 3.5L 6-cylinder | |
| Displacement | 3.5 L | |
| Cylinders | 6 | |
| Fuel type | Gasoline | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Transmission and drivetrain
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Transmission | Automatic | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
| Drivetrain | Varies by configuration: FWD, 4WD |
Fuel economy and range
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Combined | 21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km) to 23 mpg (10.2 L/100 km) | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
| City | 19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km) to 20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km) | |
| Highway | 26 mpg (9.0 L/100 km) to 27 mpg (8.7 L/100 km) |
Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Aspiration, Power, Torque, Gears, Electric range, Battery capacity. We leave them out instead of estimating.
Trims and configurations
3 configurations listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.
Recalls
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year. Last checked November 11, 2026.
22V420000: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HOOD:LATCH
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2013-2016 Pathfinder vehicles. On certain Pathfinder vehicles, the secondary hood latch may malfunction and remain in the unlatched, unsecured, position when the hood is closed.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the bell crank assembly, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed March 26, 2025. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall are R22A2 R22A3 and R24B7.
Reported June 13, 2022. View on NHTSA
16V244000: AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Nissan Maxima, 2013-2016 Nissan Altima, NV200, LEAF, Sentra, and Pathfinder, 2014-2016 Nissan NV200 Taxi, Infiniti QX60, QX60 Hybrid, and Q50 Hybrid, 2014-2017 Nissan Rogue and Infiniti Q50, 2015-2016 Nissan Murano, Murano Hybrid, and Chevrolet City Express, 2014-2015 Nissan Pathfinder Hybrid, and 2013 Infiniti JX35…
Remedy: Nissan will notify their owners. Chevrolet City Express owners will be notified by General Motors. Dealers will reprogram the Air Bag Control Unit (ACU) and OCS Electronic Control Unit (ECU) in Altima, Maxima, Murano, Rogue, and Sentra…
Reported April 26, 2016. View on NHTSA
Data sources
- EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved November 6, 2026 · US Government public data
- NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 13, 2026 · US Government public data
Source checked: November 6, 2026
Data verified: November 6, 2026
Specifications can vary by market, trim, configuration and production date. Confirm with the manufacturer before buying parts or making safety decisions. Report an error.
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Frequently asked questions
What engine does the 2016 Nissan Pathfinder have?
3.5L 6-cylinder. Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.
What is the fuel economy of the 2016 Nissan Pathfinder?
Combined fuel economy is 21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km) to 23 mpg (10.2 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.
Is the 2016 Nissan Pathfinder front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?
Drivetrain: Varies by configuration: FWD, 4WD.
Are there recalls for the 2016 Nissan Pathfinder?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year (last checked November 11, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.