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1996 – 2004 · 1 body style available

R50

The 1996-2004 Nissan Pathfinder is the R50 generation and moved the model from a body-on-frame layout to a unibody structure, one of the earlier mainstream…

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Midsize SUV

2005 – 2012 · 1 body style available

R51

The 2005-2012 Nissan Pathfinder is the R51 generation and returned the model to a body-on-frame layout, sharing its F-Alpha platform with the Frontier pickup…

Body styles
Midsize SUV

2013 – 2020 · 1 body style available

R52

The 2013-2020 Nissan Pathfinder is the R52 generation and represents the largest change in the model's character, moving from a body-on-frame SUV to a unibody…

Body styles
Midsize SUV

2022 – present · 1 body style available

R53

The 2022-present Nissan Pathfinder is the R53 generation and makes one change that matters more than any styling revision: the continuously variable…

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Midsize SUV

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

What generations of the Nissan Pathfinder are there?

R50 (1996 to 2004); R51 (2005 to 2012); R52 (2013 to 2020); R53 (2022 to present).

Should I get a pre-purchase inspection on a used Nissan Pathfinder?

Yes. A Squeezed guide is the triage before the inspection: it shows what to check and what to ask the seller, so you know which listings are worth a mechanic's time.