Heritage comes standard: New 2027 Nissan Pathfinder Special Edition celebrates four decades of family adventures
The 2027 Nissan Pathfinder proudly marks 40 years of SUV heritage with a new Special Edition model that pays tribute to the original Pathfinder through exclusive heritage-inspired styling, unique interior treatments and commemorative design details.
The 2027 Nissan Pathfinder will reach dealerships in November with a starting MSRP of $39,990. The anniversary-themed Pathfinder Special Edition starts at $47,390 with front-wheel drive or $49,390 with Intelligent AWD2.
“The Nissan Pathfinder has challenged preconceptions of SUVs for 40 years, giving families more of what they need for the everyday while retaining the rugged confidence that made the original an instant hit,” said Marco Fioravanti, vice president, product planning, Nissan U.S. and Canada. “The Pathfinder Special Edition celebrates that legacy by connecting one of our most beloved nameplates with the customers and adventures that shaped its story.”
Since debuting as a 1987 model, Pathfinder has helped generations of families explore beyond the pavement, balancing authentic capability with everyday practicality. Across five generations, the nameplate has evolved from a compact two-door SUV into a spacious three-row family adventurer while staying true to its rugged roots.
Today’s Pathfinder continues to delight families looking to get more out of every drive. It was recently named a “Best New Vehicle for Teens” by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) and Consumer Reports, and received a 2026 IIHS TOP SAFETY PICK+ rating. Proudly assembled in Tennessee, Pathfinder was named to the 2026 Cars.com American-Made Index for the second consecutive year.
Pathfinder delivered its best-ever quarter total volume in the second quarter of 2026, followed by Nissan selling its 2 millionth Pathfinder in September.
Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Prices1 for the 2027 Nissan Pathfinder:
| Model | MSRP |
| Pathfinder SV FWD | $39,990 |
| Pathfinder SL FWD | $42,790 |
| Pathfinder Special Edition FWD | $47,390 |
| Pathfinder Platinum FWD | $49,890 |
| Pathfinder SV 4WD | $41,990 |
| Pathfinder SL 4WD | $44,790 |
| Pathfinder Rock Creek 4WD | $45,390 |
| Pathfinder Special Edition 4WD | $49,390 |
| Pathfinder Platinum 4WD | $51,890 |
Destination and handling $1,575.
Celebrating 40 years of SUV innovation
Intended to celebrate the nameplate’s 40th year in the marketplace, the Pathfinder Special Edition pays homage to the first-generation Pathfinder with a stunning two-tone interior upholstery scheme blending black and burgundy TailorFit materials – a reference to the burgundy cloth seating that made a bold mark in the original 1987 SUV. Similarly, red exterior accents abound, including the PATHFINDER lettering on the liftgate.
The Pathfinder Special Edition rewards buyers with even more desirable equipment, including black 20-inch alloy wheels, a panoramic moonroof, second-row captain’s chairs, rear door sunshades and a Bose® 12-speaker premium audio system. A tow hitch receiver raises the Pathfinder’s towing capacity to a class-leading 6,000 pounds.
Effortless capability
The 2027 Nissan Pathfinder delivers confidence and capability powered by a responsive 3.5-liter V6 engine with nine-speed automatic transmission rated for 284 horsepower and 259 lb-ft of torque. Pathfinder has a standard towing capacity of 3,500 pounds5, and is available with a towing capacity of up to 6,000 pounds depending on configuration.
The adventure-ready spirit that courses through Pathfinder’s entire history continues in today’s Rock Creek grade, which boasts all-terrain tires, off-road-tuned suspension and other enhancements designed to take it beyond the suburban jungle. Visual enhancements – including LED fog lights, Rock Creek-specific leatherette seats and Lava Red interior stitching elements – lend the model a trail-ready look.