5 Star Reviews for 2002 Nissan Pathfinder

Overview & Reviews

Average Score

4.54/5 Average
154 Total Reviews
This Year's Model Updates:

The 2002 Nissan Pathfinder receives only minor refinements. These include a new front grille, steering wheel and a revised audio system with new faceplate and faster functioning in-dash six-disc CD changer. The SE trim, now the base Pathfinder since the XE has been dropped, features a new titanium-accented step rail and roof rack with integrated air dam, body-color bumpers and fender flares, new 16-inch aluminum-alloy wheels and new seat cloth. Not to be outdone, the luxurious LE has 17-inch aluminum-alloy wheels as standard equipment this year.

Pros:
  • Powerful V6 engine, car-like interior, solid reliability record, rear entertainment system option, available Infiniti All-Mode 4WD on LE models.
Cons:
  • Tight rear accommodations, high price tag, hard-to-fold rear seats.

User Reviews:

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  • great vehicle - 2002 Nissan Pathfinder
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    Love to drive it. Could use a little more front and rear leg room. Wonderful handling

  • wow - 2002 Nissan Pathfinder
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    fully loaded no complaints

  • Best Midsize SUV - 2002 Nissan Pathfinder
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    Love this SUV. It handles great on the road, as nimble and stable as it gets for an SUV. Great power, gets off the line very nicely. Very fun to drive. Trade-off for the stability and agility is a harsh ride (especially for backseat riders). Bumps are very hard and abrupt with 5 ppl. Even though its a 2WD I have taken it offroad and it has handled everything Ive thrown at it. Average 16-17 mpg mixed (majority city). Zero problems.

  • Last year for 5 speed stick shift 4x4 Pathfinder - 2002 Nissan Pathfinder
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    Purchased with 165k miles. Added tow hitch. An outstanding truck with 2 minor exceptions; engine check light comes on. and CD broken. The engine light on from non tight fuel cap code Sensor not working properly? The only real issue is, my son had an accident with it (fell asleep @ wheel & hit poll at about 60MPH) head on, dented front frame about 6 inches in. spun around and crashed another poll crushing passenger doors & front passenger fender BUT, airbag didnt go off? However he did not have a scratch, truck continued to run fine only non- body damage was power steering line. Junkyard hood, doors bumper, grill, fender. I say A VERY Safe truck.

  • I love IT - 2002 Nissan Pathfinder
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    I bought my Nissan a few month ago and I would have to say there is nothing about that disappoints me. I live in Great Falls Montana. It has been below zero temperatures. There is not a block heater on my Nissan and yet it has started every time.

  • Love my Pathfinder - 2002 Nissan Pathfinder
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    I inherited my car from my sister in 2003 and it has been the best vehicle I have ever had. It has 150000 miles now and you cant even tell. We handle typhoon like rains here in Northern CA. Ive driven it through the snow without hesitation. This car is so reliable. My mechanic and a couple guys at the oil change shop have said theyll buy it anytime Im ready to sell. The only major problem Ive had is the bushing pin went out right when I took over from my sister - I figured it was because she didnt know how to drive a manual transmission. No problems ever since. If they sold this model again I would buy it. When this one dies Im buying the latest version of a Pathfinder.

  • jareds review - 2002 Nissan Pathfinder
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    This is the best suv there is on the market period.

  • GREAT Fun - 2002 Nissan Pathfinder
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    It has a great solid feel, lots of fun on the road, lots of power, quiet, just love it.

  • Luxury, Style, and Reliability - 2002 Nissan Pathfinder
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    This is the second Nissan Pathfinder LE 4WD and it is every bit as reliable as my previous model (99 LE 4WD) but with more power. The Pathfinder has all of the luxury items of many other expensive SUVs at a much better price tag. We have not had any malfunctions with the vehicle and the only maintenance that we have had is scheduled. This is identical to our last Pathfinder. If you want an SUV that looks like an SUV (not like many of these new ones that look like mini- vans) but also rides like a car, the Nissan Pathfinder is an excellent choice.

  • no comparison - 2002 Nissan Pathfinder
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    ive considered toyota 4runner and honda pilot and nothing comes close to this truck. bought it used but this suv drives like it was brand new. very car like handling and the exterior design is very simple and elegant. worth every bang of your $$$.

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