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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  I love my Pathfinder :) - 1998 Nissan Pathfinder
  By pathfinder - April 13 - 2:53 am

  I have had my Pathfinder almost 3 years and I love it. I live down curvy roads and it handles them beautifully at 55. The only problem I have had is the brakes and thats partly my fault because I am harder on them than most people. It is a quiet and smooth ride. I got it at 94000 miles and had a few regular maintance things fixed but other than that its been great. I do have a little oil and antifreeze leak, but the vehicle does have over 140,000 miles on it! So if you are looking into the Pathfinder I would definitely suggest it - its very easy and fun to drive:)

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  Great Buy - 1998 Nissan Pathfinder
  By jabe - February 25 - 2:00 am

  picked up a 98 SE used - had heard great things about vehicle from friends and relatives who owned one. Build quality is great. not a rattle or squeak (the 2000 Cherokee I returned on lease rattled like a tin can after 6 months!) The pathfinder is a great deal used - considerably cheaper than a 4Runner, and built just as well and more comfortable. Will use this vehicle for camping and fishing, as well as family trips, and I expect a long life out of it - so far so good!

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  98 Pathfinder---What a find! - 1998 Nissan Pathfinder
  By Franko - February 1 - 10:00 am

  Bought this SUV from a dealer with 86k miles, but it looked like new and runs the same. A pleasure to drive, comfortable leather seats, and all the amenities on the SE are superb. Even my wife thinks this was a great buy, and she was against it at the beginning. I cant say enough about the quality of this vehicle and its bound to be around for several years!

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  One of best motor vehicles I have owned - 1998 Nissan Pathfinder
  By Fleetwood - July 4 - 2:00 am

  I have owned many cars, trucks, and motorcycles over many decades. Without reservation I can say that this Pathfinder is one of the very best vehicles I have ever owned. I would recommend both current and older Pathfinders to people who find superb reliability more important than e.t.s at the drag strip. The mileage is higher than one can rightfully expect from a truck framed 4WD vehicle with enough power to be a serious off and on rode ride with exceptional sure footedness.

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  Sweet Ride - 1998 Nissan Pathfinder
  By Paddler - June 24 - 4:03 am

  I previously owned a 94 nissan pathfinder that went to 308 thousand. So, I decided to try my hand with a 98 model and I love it. From the 94 to the 98 the ride is so much better. The 98 does really well off-road. Its an easy truck to accessorize with brush guard and racks. I use mine alot for kayaking which leads me all over the southeast and on some back wood trails where it performs both excellent on and off road. The mpg could be better though. I average around 15-16 mpg.

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  GARBAGE - 1998 Nissan Pathfinder
  By JOHNHMFIC - April 2 - 10:00 am

  PIECE OF JUNK DOESN,T BEGIN TO CAMPARE TO TOYOTA DO NOT BUY THE 39 MONTH LEASE BECAUSE AS THE WARRANTY RUNS OUT THE JUNK FALLS APART.

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  Pathfinder owner for five years - 1998 Nissan Pathfinder
  By Old Guy - March 31 - 8:56 pm

  Owner purchased this model used and rates this vehicle as above average in reliabilty.

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  This Pathfinder Is Outstanding! - 1998 Nissan Pathfinder
  By Sam01 - October 8 - 1:23 pm

  My 1998 Pathfinder has been a true pleasure to own. It has only had a few minor problems...Mostly while under warranty! It has been extremely reliable. I take my truck off roading in the mountains and it never fails to impress me at how well it handles off road trails. My only complaint is the lack of power. It actually isnt horrible as Ive lived with the motor for about 4 years now! You cant go wrong with this SUV and Boulder Nissan is a great store!

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  Going to miss it - 1998 Nissan Pathfinder
  By kim - August 14 - 2:06 pm

  My 98 Pathfinder was my first car EVER! I had my heart set on one, and sure enough found one. AMAZING car! I just had to change the tires, but thats because the owner before me had put cheap ones on. I had NO problems what so ever! Trading it in however for a smaller car :( Im just a poor college student and cant afford the gas anymore, however, friends tell me their Ford Explorers and Toyota Tacomas cost more to fill than the Pathfinder. Im gonna miss my Pathfinder!

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  Good SUV - 1998 Nissan Pathfinder
  By Sean S. - July 29 - 5:06 am

  Ive owned this one for almost 6 years and have been quite pleased. Powertrain is rock solid with no issues. I have replaced water pump, timing belt, starter, alternator, brakes, struts and exhaust. All things I consider maintenance and not done until the last couple years. Access to back seats is awkward, several people have hit their heads getting in. The gas mileage stinks which is expected. The engine is somewhat underpowered but wouldnt trade it for the reliability. The ride is decent, a little stiff but its an SUV. Front seats are comfy and the flip down rear seats give you a lot of room to haul.