Driving Experience
Includes acceleration and handling
What Owners Say
"Acceleration is sluggish, handling is lumbering and slow to respond. Drives like a larger truck than an SUV."
Anonymous, CT (2015 Nissan Pathfinder)"The suspension is very soft and is not responsive to avoidance situations. It's better to hit a pot hole that avoid it. The Pathfinder has a mind of its own on a quick turn. It is a pure piece of shit."
MICHAEL C., PA (2015 Nissan Pathfinder)"Very quiet smooth CVT and powerfull"
Anonymous, BC (2015 Nissan Pathfinder)"The often maligned CVT is actually very good in this application. Extremely smooth and is one of the best features of the vehicle. Ride is on the soft side which is actually pretty nice for long trips."
WILLIAM L., BC (2015 Nissan Pathfinder)"I am not satisfied with the steering at high speeds. I also have had some unexplained shaking at high speed. Dealer unable to replicate problem and therefore unable to deal with it."
CHARLES A., NJ (2015 Nissan Pathfinder)"The ability to adjust to road conditions, be it snow, rain or dry is great, it is what sold us on this vehicle."
NANCY H., MN (2015 Nissan Pathfinder)"Good acceleration, good response to steering, good tight turn radius, very nice ride, comfortable seats, even on longer drives (4 to 6 hours between stops)."
ROBERT C., AZ (2015 Nissan Pathfinder)"Smooth transmission shift,and ride"
Larry R., NC (2015 Nissan Pathfinder)"Pathfinder has great power, acceleration, however, if you accelerate slowly the transmission begin to jerk and falter."
Anonymous, IL (2015 Nissan Pathfinder)"It has great acceleration. I live in a mountainous area and my car takes the curves great! I have complete confidence in this car. The road noise is a little bothersome at time but I believe with new tires this will probably no longer be a factor."
Bob M., MO (2015 Nissan Pathfinder)"This SUV has amazing acceleration. You'll pay for it in gas mileage, but when you need to go, it GOES! Handling is also very easy. No surprises (under or over steer)."
Anonymous, IL (2015 Nissan Pathfinder)"Just like my tundra"
Stanley S., MO (2015 Nissan Pathfinder)"The CVT takes some getting used to, but they program fake gears when accelerating. Overall it accelerates very well and gets great mileage."
Jared P., FL (2015 Nissan Pathfinder)"Strong engine with very good acceleration."
John S., NY (2015 Nissan Pathfinder)"The handling of the Pathfinder lacks all around. I feel like I'm driving a boat. I always wondered if they tested this vehicle on accident avoidance. It's scary if you have to make any sudden moves. I'm sure a good set of coil overs, bigger sway bars and tires would greatly increase it's handling."
Michael C., PA (2015 Nissan Pathfinder)"Big vehicle a bit sluggish"
Doug B., NC (2015 Nissan Pathfinder)
"Bad -rough ride -Poor turning radius -touchy brakes"
Anonymous, IA (2015 Nissan Pathfinder)