Overview & Reviews

The only changes to the 1998 Pathfinder include chrome bumpers for the XE model, the addition of air conditioning to XE and SE standard equipment lists and additions to the XE Sport Package equipment.

• Fresh shape, wonderful interior, good reliability.

• Steep price, engine could be stronger.

User Reviews:

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  Great SUV - 1998 Nissan Pathfinder
  By Mario Guerero - July 21 - 7:26 am

  I love this vehicle and you will too if you love the outdoors or hauling thing from the hardware store or the mall. Easy to park, and fun to drive, will get another one when the time comes.

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  Sold on Nissan - 1998 Nissan Pathfinder
  By mmsr4 - July 13 - 10:00 am

  I am the second owner and a first time owner of a nissan. I have only bought subarus. Living in Maine the 4wd has come in handy since we spend a lot of time driving off road and on snow covered roads. For an SUV the gas millage isnt bad, I think if u drive conservativly its fine.I drove 612 mi(avg.75mph) and started w/ a full tank I only had to stop once for gas.The ride is very comfortable and the interrior appealing. I have found with a full load (5 passengers & 2 lg.dogs) bumps and leans are more pronounced. I had some bad tires during that time so maby that contributed to the ride quality. New tires and a much better ride now

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  Pathfinder - 1998 Nissan Pathfinder
  By Firmin - June 2 - 2:00 am

  Very reliable, no warranty claims in nearly six years of ownership. Good paint.

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  Pathfinder - 1998 Nissan Pathfinder
  By RFR - May 28 - 10:00 am

  Good solid car drives like a car not a truck.

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  Satisfied for what it is - 1998 Nissan Pathfinder
  By John Doe - May 21 - 1:43 pm

  Ive owned the SUV for almost 4 yrs and put in 30K+ miles. Serves my purpose well as a daily driver and offers alot of utility. Taken it for skiing as well as runs to Home Depot and such. Cargo capacity is good w/seats folded. Biggest complaint is mpg as I only manage 14mpg, but within estimated range. Handling at highway speed not the best, but thats a given since its based on an outdated truck platform. Wet/snow performance is good so long as tires are up to task. The Bose stereo is a major PITA to replace as modification to the OEM Bose speakers are necessary. Would recommend to anyone looking for a cheaper 4WD vehicle that offers good reliability and adequate driving characteristics.

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  Pathfinder - 1998 Nissan Pathfinder
  By vmi82 - April 14 - 10:00 am

  It was extremely dependable, but not as good as others on gas.

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  Survived - 1998 Nissan Pathfinder
  By survivor - March 5 - 12:16 pm

  I did not have this car for long before I was in a wreck. Overall though, I would reccomend this car to anyone as long as they could pay the gas. One of the safest cars I have been in. Hit by an eighteen wheel on dirvers side. Airbags didnt go off. We suspect it was too much of a side impact to set them. Probably would have caused more injury if they did. Walked away with two minor cuts ( very minor...didnt know they were there until my mind could process what had just happened) and a slightly fractured shoulder. The fracture didnt keep me from using my arm though. Wreck was caused by my own stupidity. had car for only 3 months.

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  Pretty Ignorant But Got Lucky - 1998 Nissan Pathfinder
  By luckyloulou - January 2 - 12:34 pm

  Back in 2004, when I needed a vehicle, I went into a small Mom & Pop used car dealership and said, "All I have is $10,000. What SUVs do you have?" They showed me one vehicle which happened to be a 1998 Nissan Pathfinder le. Looked good and I bought it, it had 80,000 miles on it. I was lucky! Sadly, she was wrecked/totaled the other day and had 260,000 total miles on her and was still going strong. Paint still looked good. I alone drove her 180,000 rough miles and spent a total of $9,509. in major n minor repairs/maintenance and tires in 10 yrs time. She had started every day of her life, except for when she had a dead battery, or alternator, or bad ignition coil. (R.I.P dear friend!)

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  One to Keep - 1998 Nissan Pathfinder
  By judger21 - November 4 - 1:24 pm

  Bought our 98 Pathfinder LE new (back in the day) & have loved it ever since. Basic & expected maintenance only & rolling strong at 189,000 miles & counting. Does everything & still is the backbone of the family fleet (Altima & Juke) in terms of usability, versatility (boat, dogs etc.), safety, & confidence in bad weather. Will drive it until either I or it give(s) out.

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  Dissapointing - 1998 Nissan Pathfinder
  By Mark_Char - October 13 - 2:00 am

  Blew the tranny after 6 mos. ownership. I bought it used had it for 6 months, only had 140 kms on it. Never used for towing or never abused. Nissan Canada wouldnt even consider helping me out. Strangely all the reviews were excellent for this vehicle. Lesson learned, dont believe everything you read, Im still burning my consumer reports magazines!! Talked to several shops theyve had many repairs lately due to rad problems causing insufficient cooling of tranny. Even 1999 models. Im waiting for the recall.