2022 Nissan Pathfinder: What Are The Critics Saying? (Hint: Families Will Love It.)

It's the most recent installment of a story that began in 1985. The 2022 Nissan Pathfinder is the fifth chapter; a move toward encompassing every hallmark Pathfinder characteristic into one package: capability, flexibility, off-road ability, luxury, classic SUV design.

The Pathfinder has always been a success story for Nissan – over 186,000 have been sold since the first-generation landed in the 80s. The new Pathfinder's range of appeal, however, is broader than ever before.

But don't take our word for it. Let's ask the independent experts. We've scoured the web for a wide variety of reviews on the just-released 2022 Pathfinder to find out what automotive journalists have to say. Here's a thorough sampling.

“It’s an impressively quiet ride with little engine, wind or road noise inside the cabin thanks to new features like thicker second-row glass, improved door and floor isolation, front row acoustic laminated glass, and stronger dash, hood and engine cover insulators.” – The Globe And Mail

“Access to the Pathfinder's third row is a cinch. Either remove the center console and slink between the two captain's chairs or use Nissan's clever EZ-Flex second-row seat mechanism that tilts and folds the chairs forward with the press of a button. It even works with an unoccupied child restraint.” – Motor1

“The course, laid out by ATV enthusiasts, was far more demanding than the kinds of trails most hunters and anglers will encounter on the way to a remote trout stream, duck blind, or deer camp. And though climbing into the posh interior of the 2022 Nissan Pathfinder is like being fitted for a bespoke suit, underneath all that you’ll find it really does have the guts to get you out there and back.” – Field & Stream

"Regarding space, the Pathfinder is voluminous. Whether it’s up front with a bridge centre console that has 13.4 litres of storage below the shifter, the storage shelf above the glove box, or its 470 litres of cargo space with third row seating upright, the Pathfinder has loads of storage. Put it this way, if you need to lug a 113-litre cooler, four golf bags or six suitcases, this car has you covered. And if you start flattening those second and third row seats, the space gets huge with 2,279 litres of cargo volume available that can carry a 4-foot (1,220 mm) sheet of plywood flat on the cargo floor. And if you need to tow, the Pathfinder stands ready with a 6,000-pound maximum towing capacity." – Wheels.ca

“The previous edition of the Nissan Pathfinder was a good vehicle with many virtues, but the all-new 2022 model is better in just about every way possible. The new Pathfinder looks better, rides better, and offers more interior space than the outgoing model. In addition, it is stuffed with helpful convenience features and has more safety equipment than ever before.” – J.D. Power

“The whole shebang is a ton quieter than before, though, thanks to a wider use of sound-deadening glass. The all-wheel-drive system is improved, too, thanks to a new direct coupling between the front and rear that eliminates the need for the front wheels to slip before the rears generate grip.” – CNET Road Show

"The new Pathfinder’s carpet underlay is thicker, there’s better door and floor insulation and isolation, along with thicker side window glass. Running the 401 outside Kingston, Ontario, it boasted luxury-like cabin quietness. Throw in the zero-gravity front seats and this thing is a solid long-distant cruiser." – Driving.ca

“The steering feels appropriately weighted and the nose tracks dutifully straight on the freeway, while the ride is comfortable without feeling completely isolated. Nissan’s revisions to the Pathfinder’s chassis are welcome here. The V6 is punchy enough to keep merges from being scary, and, again, the nine-speed is competent in its role.” – Autoblog

“The cabin is hands-down the new Pathfinder's best attribute, right up there with the nine-speed transmission. Especially in the Platinum trim, it looks great, it's extremely well-organized, and the nine-inch infotainment touchscreen serves merely as a tool to control the car's functions, rather than the focal point of the cabin. All the HVAC and media buttons and knobs are clearly labeled and aren't too small or big.” – The Drive

"Roomier, quicker, and better-equipped than before, the Pathfinder is yet another step up for Nissan in an important segment of the market." – Car And Driver