2022 Nissan Pathfinder
SL 2WD
What the SL adds over the S (+$5,900)
| Spec | S | SL |
|---|---|---|
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $34,640 | $40,540 |
Standard here, not on the base trim: Available Intelligent Around View® Monitor with new high-resolution digital display, Available NissanConnect® with Navigation and Services, including Nissan Door-to-Door Navigation, SiriusXM® Traffic™ and SiriusXM® Travel Link, Available NissanConnect® with Wi-Fi Hotspot, Available ProPILOT Assist and ProPILOT Assist with Navi-link, Available heated front seats, Available heated outside mirrors, Available wireless Apple CarPlay® integration, ProPILOT Assist with Navi-link
Specifications
Source: manufacturer press kitBrakes
| Front brake type | vented disc |
| Rear brake type | vented disc |
Cargo
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | 80.5 cu-ft |
| Total interior volume | 164.6 cu-ft |
Connected Services
| Connected services brand | NissanConnect Services powered by SiriusXM |
Engine Basics
| Aspiration | naturally aspirated |
| Cylinder count | 6 |
| Fuel injection system | gdi mpi |
| Engine type (full description) | 3.5-liter DOHC V6 Direct Injection |
| Valve configuration | DOHC 16-Valve |
Engine Output
| Horsepower | 284 hp |
| Torque | 259 lb-ft |
Fuel Economy
| MPG (city) | 21 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 23 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 26 mpg |
Pricing
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $40,540 |
Seating
| Passenger seating capacity | 8 |
Steering
| Steering type | rack-mounted full electric dual pinion |
Suspension
| Front suspension type | independent strut with rebound springs and solid stabilizer bar |
| Rear suspension type | independent multi-link with hollow tube stabilizer bar |
Tires
| Tire size | 255/60R18 |
Transmission
| Transmission speeds | 9 |
| Transmission type | automatic hybrid |
Wheels
| Wheel diameter | 18 in |
| Wheel material | alloy |
Standard & optional equipment
Source: manufacturer press kitSafety24 std · 4 opt
- Automatic Emergency Braking with Pedestrian Detection
- Available ProPILOT Assist and ProPILOT Assist with Navi-link
- Available Intelligent Around View® Monitor with new high-resolution digital display
- Class-exclusive Intelligent Forward Collision Warning
- Rear Cross Traffic Alert
- Lane Departure Warning
- Nissan Advanced Air Bag System for driver and front passenger (includes dual-stage front supplemental air bags with seat belt sensors and an occupant classification sensor)
- Standard Rear View Monitor
- Standard driver and front passenger seat-mounted side-impact supplemental air bags
- Standard roof-mounted supplemental curtain air bags for side-impact and rollover head protection for outboard passengers in all three rows (includes rollover sensor)
- Available Intelligent Lane Intervention optional
- Standard Hill Descent Control (4WD only)
- Standard Trailer Sway Control
- Standard second row seat-mounted side-impact supplemental air bags
- 4-wheel vented disc brakes with Anti-lock Braking System with Electronic Brake force Distribution and Brake Assist
- Driver and front passenger knee supplemental air bags
- High Beam Assist
- Intelligent Driver Alertness
- ProPILOT Assist with Navi-link
- Standard Hill Start Assist (2WD and 4WD)
- Standard Rear Door Alert
- Standard Vehicle Dynamic Control and Traction Control System
- Standard rear sonar
- Available Intelligent Blind Spot Intervention optional
- Available Intelligent Cruise Control with Full Speed Range and Hold optional
- Available Traffic Sign Recognition optional
- Nissan Vehicle Immobilize System and Vehicle Security System
- Tire Pressure Monitoring System with standard Easy-Fill Tire Alert
Infotainment7 std · 3 opt
- Available NissanConnect® with Wi-Fi Hotspot
- Available NissanConnect® with Navigation and Services, including Nissan Door-to-Door Navigation, SiriusXM® Traffic™ and SiriusXM® Travel Link
- Available wireless Apple CarPlay® integration
- NissanConnect® featuring Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™
- Over-the-air updating for head unit firmware via Wi-Fi
- Standard 8.0-inch color center display with multi-touch control
- Two standard front USB ports (1 Type A, 1 Type C), two standard 2nd row USB ports (1 Type A, 1 Type C) and two available 3rd row USB ports (Type A)
- Available 9.0-inch color center display with multi-touch control optional
- Available Bose® Premium Audio with 13 speakers optional
- Available wireless smartphone charging pad optional
Convenience1 std · 4 opt
- Available motion-activated power liftgate with liftgate position memory optional
- Standard Nissan Intelligent Key® with Push Button Start
- Available HomeLink® Universal Transceiver optional
- Available Remote Engine Start optional
- SL Premium Package (SV Premium Package content plus heated rear seats, wireless charging pad and Bose® Premium Audio with 13 speakers) optional
Climate1 std · 0 opt
- Standard Tri-Zone Automatic Temperature Control with 2nd row climate control and rear roof vents
Seating5 std · 6 opt
- Available heated front seats
- Standard 2nd row bench seating for 8-passenger capacity (S, SV, SL)
- Available climate-controlled front seats (heating and ventilating) optional
- Available heated rear seats optional
- Standard 6-way manual driver's seat, 4-way manual front passenger seat
- 60/40 split-folding 3rd row bench seat
- Standard EZ FLEX® one-touch seating allows for the 2nd row driver- or passenger-side seat to glide and tilt forward – even with car seat installed – for easy 3rd row access
- Available 10-way power driver's seat, including 2-way power lumbar support optional
- Available 4-way power front passenger seat optional
- Available captain's chairs with removable center console for 7-person capacity (available SV, SL; standard Platinum) optional
- Available leather-appointed or semi-aniline leather-appointed seats with quilting (1st and 2nd rows) optional
Interior0 std · 5 opt
- Available heated steering wheel optional
- Available Bronze Metallic Brushed or Gun Metallic interior trim accents optional
- Available ambient lighting – front row console sides, passenger side instrument panel shelf, driver-side instrument panel and front door trim optional
- Carpeted Floor Mats: Bench Seat (4-pc set) optional
- Carpeted Floor Mats: Captain's Chairs (4-pc set) optional
Exterior9 std · 5 opt
- Available panoramic moonroof with one-touch open/close controls (front) optional
- Full C-shaped LED headlights
- Available electric folding outside mirrors optional
- 20 percent thicker 2nd row glass
- Available heated outside mirrors
- Distinct next-generation signature Daytime Running Lights
- Dual power outside mirrors with LED turn signal indicators
- Expressive LED taillights
- New acoustic laminated front glass
- Cross Bars optional
- Lighting Package (Illuminated Kick Plate, Welcome Lighting) optional
- SL Black Package: Grille and Badging (2WD/4WD) optional
- Auto on/off headlights with High Beam Assist
- Splash Guards, Black, 4-piece
Powertrain3 std · 0 opt
- Intelligent 4WD models feature Drive + Terrain Mode Control (dial on console) with seven settings: Standard, Sport, Eco, Snow, Sand, Mud/Rut and Tow
- Drive Mode Control / Drive + Terrain Mode Control
- Standard idle stop/start (can be deactivated)
Cargo3 std · 4 opt
- Available tow hitch receiver, trailer harness and finisher optional
- Tow mode
- New, easy-to-clean luggage box with hinged lid, cargo light, offers additional 54.4 L of under-cargo storage
- Standard 3,500-lb towing capacity
- Available 6,000-lb maximum towing capacity (when properly equipped) (SAE J2807 compliant) – 2WD and 4WD optional
- Cargo Package (Cargo Area Protector, Cargo Net, Dividers, Console Net, First Aid) optional
- Tow Delete Package optional
Ranked by what shoppers ask about first; standard equipment before options.
Transcribed from the manufacturer's official press kit for the 2022 Pathfinder. Confirm with the window sticker for a specific unit.
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Common questions about the SL
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsHow much is the 2022 Nissan Pathfinder SL?
The manufacturer lists $40,540 for the 2022 Nissan Pathfinder SL. That is $5,900 above the S, the cheapest trim of the same model year. MSRP excludes destination, options, taxes and dealer charges.
What does the 2022 Nissan Pathfinder SL add over the S?
Against the S, 8 features become standard that the S does not and 1 published specification differs. Both lists are on this page, taken from the manufacturer's own press material.