2020 Nissan Pathfinder

US · SUV · Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD

The 2020 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 Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.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 (SIDI)
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

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Specifications at a Glance

Key Figures

Units:

Engine / Powertrain

3.5L 6-cylinder (SIDI)

Combined Economy

21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km) to 23 mpg (10.2 L/100 km) combined

Drivetrain

FWD, 4WD

Transmission

Automatic

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Engine

Engine
Specification	Value	Source
Engine	3.5L 6-cylinder (SIDI)
Displacement	3.5 L
Cylinders	6
Fuel type	Gasoline	EPA fueleconomy.gov

Transmission and drivetrain

Transmission and drivetrain
Specification	Value	Source
Transmission	Automatic	EPA fueleconomy.gov
Drivetrain	Varies by configuration: FWD, 4WD

Fuel economy and range

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Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Aspiration, Power, Torque, Gears, Electric range, Battery capacity.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

No recall campaigns were found in NHTSA data at the last check. Last checked November 9, 2026.

Data sources

EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved November 4, 2026 · US Government public data
NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 12, 2026 · US Government public data

Source checked: November 4, 2026

Data verified: November 4, 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 2020 Nissan Pathfinder have?

3.5L 6-cylinder (SIDI). Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.

What is the fuel economy of the 2020 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 2020 Nissan Pathfinder front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?

Drivetrain: Varies by configuration: FWD, 4WD.

Are there recalls for the 2020 Nissan Pathfinder?

No recall campaigns were found in NHTSA data when we last checked on November 9, 2026. Recall status can change, so confirm with NHTSA or the manufacturer.