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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  damn - 1998 Nissan Pathfinder
  By pathfinders - October 17 - 10:06 pm

  Now Ive owned 3 pathfinders so far. A 94, a 96, and a 98. I have had this one only since October and stopped driving it end of July. In those months I have bought 4 brand new tires, struts, shocks, front brakes, front drivers side axle, water pump, radiator hose, timing belt, ball joints/u joints, bushings and bearings on control arms, new evap system purge valve and canister, and then the recall was fixed, and last but not least my transmission just went and my knock sensor and my control arms need to be replaced. Im still looking for a new pathfinder but I wouldnt suggest a 98 or younger to anyone.

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  Very happy with my SUV - 1998 Nissan Pathfinder
  By france01 - August 6 - 10:00 am

  I have been very happy with this vehicle. I have always wanted one and I have not been disappointed. I will probably buy another because my wife and I fight over who is going to drive it. The computer and manifold gaskets have had to be replaced, all under warranty, also Im feeling a slight grind in the front wheels.

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  enjoyed, but wonder now - 1998 Nissan Pathfinder
  By jwwilcox - July 8 - 4:26 am

  My vehicle has 93,000 miles, has seen mostly city 2x4 usage, snow 4x4 high, and little 4x4 low usage. Ive owned it for 60,000 of the miles and purchased it 2000 with few needed repairs. It has a great look to it, and 4wd mode is great in snow. The engine is a bit underpowered compared to other SUVs, but its a comfortable ride. Gas mileage is 16-18 mpg. Suddenly this vehicle seems to be falling apart. This year, Ive had to completely replace both muffler systems ($700), brakes ($120 ceramic), rotors ($300), right and left sway bar links ($240), struts, and mounts (estimate $800), and now my transmission (estimate $2800). Im now looking for a new car. When this car goes bad, its bad.

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  proud owner - 1998 Nissan Pathfinder
  By Nyan - May 22 - 2:00 am

  When i bought the auto, it was like brand new with only 21875 miles on it. It was so mint that the smoothness of the paint work was like new. It surprised the dealers. I live in Alberta, Canada and the winters up here can be very treacherous for driving - icy roads at minus 25 C. So when it was in 4 wheel drve, the drive was so controlled and the feeling of security is wonderful.

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  Enjoyed this car immensely - 1998 Nissan Pathfinder
  By trspot22 - August 17 - 10:00 am

  I have had a great time owning this vehicle. It has been extremely reliable and hate to part with it but have out grown it family/space wise. I would recommend to my friends.

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  So far so good - 1998 Nissan Pathfinder
  By brian - June 1 - 4:03 am

  I bought my pathfinder over a year ago for two thousand dollars. It had 213,000 miles on it. I now have 216,000, so I dont drive very much. It is a good car for driving around town, but sometimes it gets shaky on the freeway. It will rock back and forth until I slow down a little or speed up. It has been a reliable car so far. After I purchased it last year, I replaced the timing belt, water pump, and belts because I did not know when they were done last. I have never used the four wheel drive.

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  would do it again - 1998 Nissan Pathfinder
  By trick1us - January 26 - 2:00 am

  I have enjoyed this vehicle and it came in handy with the snow and Ice we have had up here in the north east it is quiet and is well designed for the driver not a single problem since I havd had it