Fuel economy & running costsGasoline

2010 NissanPathfinder 4WD

Sport Utility Vehicle - 4WD · 4-Wheel Drive · 4.0 L 6-cyl

16MPGcombined

14city

20highway

A year of fuel$5,150

CO₂ from the tailpipe555.4 g/mi

Figures from the EPA label (fueleconomy.gov), the same as on the car's window sticker.

See it on fueleconomy.gov

Against the 1,746 nissan cars

Combined MPG 16 MPGbest 41 · avg 22

Annual fuel cost $5,150best $650 · avg $3,383

Bars are scaled to the best in the list; the mark shows the list average. Lower is better for fuel cost; higher is better for the rest. All figures are the EPA's.

Summary

The 2010 Nissan Pathfinder 4WD is a gasoline SUV with four-wheel drive, a 4.0 L six-cylinder engine and a five-speed automatic transmission. Its official fuel economy is 14 MPG in the city, 20 MPG on the highway and 16 MPG combined. The listed EPA annual fuel cost is $5,150, and tailpipe CO2 emissions are 555.44 g per mile. The EPA class is Sport Utility Vehicle - 4WD. These figures put the model's fuel consumption and running-cost estimate alongside its drivetrain and engine details for buyers comparing SUVs. Pathfinder 4WD identifies this particular model configuration; Pathfinder is the listed base model.

Who it is for

It suits buyers seeking a gasoline SUV with four-wheel drive and a six-cylinder engine. The MPG figures and annual fuel cost are useful to shoppers weighing fuel use.

What is good

Four-wheel drive
4.0 L six-cylinder engine
20 MPG highway
Automatic five-speed transmission

What to know first

16 MPG combined fuel economy
14 MPG city fuel economy
$5,150 listed annual fuel cost
555.44 g/mile tailpipe CO2

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2010 Nissan Pathfinder 4WD: the full review

The Pathfinder 4WD has a 4.0 L six-cylinder engine and four-wheel drive. Its listed combined economy is 16 MPG, with an EPA annual fuel cost of $5,150.

Overview

The 2010 Nissan Pathfinder 4WD is a gasoline-powered SUV with four-wheel drive, a 4.0-liter six-cylinder engine and a five-speed automatic transmission. Its EPA fuel economy is 14 MPG in the city, 20 MPG on the highway and 16 MPG combined. The EPA lists tailpipe emissions of 555.44 grams of CO2 per mile and an estimated annual fuel cost of $5,150 USD.

Those figures give buyers a concise way to assess the Pathfinder’s fuel use: the combined rating is 16 MPG, with the highway rating six MPG higher than the city figure. The annual cost is an EPA estimate, not a statement of what every owner will pay.

Key features

Powertrain: 4.0 L 6-cylinder gasoline engine.
Transmission: 5-speed automatic.
Drive: 4-wheel drive.
Body and EPA class: SUV; Sport Utility Vehicle - 4WD.
Fuel economy: 14 city, 20 highway and 16 combined MPG.
Tailpipe CO2: 555.44 grams per mile.

Who it's for

The Pathfinder 4WD is relevant to shoppers comparing gasoline SUVs with four-wheel drive and a conventional automatic transmission. Its EPA figures also help buyers weigh fuel consumption alongside the vehicle’s configuration. The listed annual fuel cost of $5,150 USD is useful for budgeting, while actual spending can vary.

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Pros and cons

Pros

The EPA provides separate city, highway and combined ratings for straightforward fuel-economy comparison.
The engine, transmission, fuel type and four-wheel-drive configuration are clearly specified.

Cons

The 14 MPG city and 16 MPG combined ratings, together with the $5,150 USD annual fuel-cost estimate, are important considerations for running-cost-conscious buyers.
Tailpipe emissions are listed at 555.44 grams of CO2 per mile.

Alternatives

For a Nissan pickup, compare the 2027 Nissan Frontier 2WD, 2027 Nissan Frontier 4WD and 2027 Nissan Frontier 4WD PRO4X. Other Nissan options in the directory include the 2027 Nissan Kicks FWD, 2027 Nissan Kicks AWD and 2027 Nissan Murano AWD. For sedans, consider the 2027 Nissan Sentra SR or 2027 Nissan Sentra with Normal/Eco Modes.

Verdict

The 2010 Nissan Pathfinder 4WD is defined by its 4.0-liter gasoline V6, five-speed automatic and four-wheel drive. The EPA rates it at 16 MPG combined and estimates annual fuel costs at $5,150 USD. Buyers comparing it with other vehicles can use those figures, alongside its city and highway ratings and tailpipe CO2 figure, to judge whether its stated running costs fit their priorities.