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2016Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WDRegular

2016 Nissan Pathfinder 2WD

EPA ID: 37153

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City MPG

Combined MPG

23MPG· Average

Highway MPG

Fuel Economy Overview

The 2016 Nissan Pathfinder 2WD achieves an EPA-estimated 23 MPG in combined city and highway driving, with 20 MPG in the city and 27 MPG on the highway. Powered by a 3.5L 6-cylinder engine paired with a automatic (variable gear ratios), this small sport utility vehicle 2wd features Front-Wheel Drive drive.

In terms of environmental impact, the 2016 Pathfinder 2WD produces approximately 390 grams of CO2 per mile. This figure is measured under standardized EPA test conditions and represents tailpipe emissions only. For context, the average new vehicle sold in the United States produces approximately 400 grams of CO2 per mile, meaning this Pathfinder 2WD performs better than the national average in this regard.

The estimated annual fuel cost for this vehicle is $2,600, based on 15,000 miles of driving per year and current national average fuel prices. Compared to the average new vehicle, you would save $2,250 over a 5-year period. This calculation accounts for differences in fuel consumption efficiency and provides a practical measure of long-term ownership costs attributable to fuel economy.

Energy DNA

Vehicle ClassSmall Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD

Fuel TypeRegular

Engine3.5L 6-cyl

AspirationNaturally Aspirated

TransmissionAutomatic (variable gear ratios)

Drive TypeFront-Wheel Drive

Green Scorecard

CO2 Emissions390 g/mi

Start-Stop SystemNot Equipped

GHG Score5/10

Smog RatingN/A

Est. Annual Cost$2,600

5-Year Cost DeltaSave $2,250

Personalized Commute CalculatorEPA defaults to 55% City / 45% Hwy

55% City45% Highway

Adjust the slider to match your daily driving habits. City driving involves stop-and-go traffic under 45mph, while highway driving represents sustained speeds over 55mph.

Your Real MPG

22.6

Impact vs EPA

+$36

/ year

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The Brick Effect: Highway Speed Penalty

EPA highway tests average roughly 48 mph. Driving at 75 mph increases aerodynamic drag exponentially. Because the Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD has a large frontal area, expect your real-world highway fuel economy to drop by up to 25% at high speeds.

5-Year Total Cost of Ownership

Estimated Monthly Cost

$552/mo

Includes estimated depreciation, fuel, insurance, and state fees over 5 years. Does not include loan interest.

Annual Mileage15,000 mi

Value Depreciation

Est. value lost over 60 months

$13,860

41.8%

Fuel & Electricity

Based on National Average rates ($3.50/gal)

$11,413

34.4%

Estimated Insurance

Based on vehicle class risk profile

$7,459

22.5%

State Registration Fees

Based on National Average DMV base rates

$400

1.2%

Total 5-Year Cost$33,132

Recall Intelligence

Campaign #22V420000·2025-03-26

critical

Component: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HOOD:LATCH

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2013-2016 Pathfinder vehicles. On certain Pathfinder vehicles, the secondary hood latch may malfunction and remain in the unlatched, unsecured, position when the hood is closed.

Consequence & Remedy

Consequence: An unsecured hood could unexpectedly open while driving, obstructing the driver's view, and increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the bell crank assembly, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed March 26, 2025. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall are R22A2 R22A3 and R24B7.

Campaign #16V244000·2016-06-10

critical

Component: AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Nissan Maxima, 2013-2016 Nissan Altima, NV200, LEAF, Sentra, and Pathfinder, 2014-2016 Nissan NV200 Taxi, Infiniti QX60, QX60 Hybrid, and Q50 Hybrid, 2014-2017 Nissan Rogue and Infiniti Q50, 2015-2016 Nissan Murano, Murano Hybrid, and Chevrolet City Express, 2014-2015 Nissan Pathfinder Hybrid, and 2013 Infiniti JX35 vehicles. In these vehicles, the front seat passenger Occupant Classification System (OCS) may incorrectly classify an adult passenger as a child or classify the seat as empty despite it being occupied. As a result, the passenger frontal air bag may be turned off and not deploy in the event of a crash.

Consequence & Remedy

(Based on 200,000 miles driven)

78.0 metric tons CO₂

Equivalent To:

🌳 97 tree seedlings grown for 10 yrs

✈️ 6.5 cross-country flights/yr

Data Provenance

Data directly from the EPA National Vehicle and Fuel Emissions Laboratory. The combined rating is a weighted average (55% city, 45% highway). For official figures, visit fueleconomy.gov.