Pros 6,000-pound towing capacity near the top of the class Comfortable and quiet highway ride Spacious cabin
Cons The front seats feel a bit stiff The engine can be sluggish to respond Less cargo space than some rivals
Pros Upscale, airy interior Many standard tech and safety features Pleasant driving dynamics
Cons Above-average starting price
Completely new for 2022, the Pathfinder sheds the frumpy design of the 2020 model in favor of a rugged and modern look. Expect to see the new Pathfinder in Nissan dealerships in summer 2021.
Pros Quiet cabin, impressive towing capacity, plentiful storage cubbies and bins.
Cons Lackluster handling, numb steering, loaded model costs more than Telluride but isn't quite as nice.
Pros Roomy interior with comfortable seating Lots of cargo space Easy to get in and out Quiet at highway speeds
Cons Inconsistent power delivery due to CVT automatic Disappointing real-world fuel economy Adaptive steering feels overly light and artificial
Pros Large cargo area Sumptuous and spacious cabin Low base price
Cons Crude transmission operation Distracting infotainment system
The 2022 QX50 adds more standard features and updated visual options. Every model now comes with wireless Apple CarPlay and Infiniti's suite of driver assists. The latter includes adaptive cruise control, blind-spot monitoring, and lane-keeping assist. Along with a newly available appearance package, select trim levels receive interior enhancements.
Pros Handsome on the outside and the inside, lots of room for people and cargo, very comfy front seats.
Cons Innovative engine has ordinary traits, transmission contributes to noisiness, unintuitive infotainment layout.
