2002 Nissan Pathfinder for sale
Rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one for you. Rated 14.7 to 15.7 L/100 km combined (EPA). 5 NHTSA recall campaigns.
- For sale by us
- 0
- Combined
- 14.7 to 15.7 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 5
For sale
Rent a 2002 Nissan Pathfinder for a week to try it on your own roads, and tell us what you want: we look for one for you.
2002 Nissan Pathfinder specs
| Spec | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 | Powertrain 4 | Powertrain 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 3.3L 6-cylinder | 3.5L 6-cylinder | 3.5L 6-cylinder | 3.5L 6-cylinder | 3.5L 6-cylinder |
| Drive | Rear-wheel drive | All-wheel drive | Rear-wheel drive | Rear-wheel drive | All-wheel drive |
| Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 5-speed manual | 4-speed automatic | 5-speed manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Fuel | Regular gas | Regular gas | Regular gas | Regular gas | Regular gas |
| City | 16.8 L/100 km | 15.7 L/100 km | 16.8 L/100 km | 15.7 L/100 km | 18.1 L/100 km |
| Highway | 13.1 L/100 km | 13.8 L/100 km | 13.1 L/100 km | 13.1 L/100 km | 13.8 L/100 km |
| Combined | 14.7 L/100 km | 14.7 L/100 km | 14.7 L/100 km | 14.7 L/100 km | 15.7 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 345 g/km | 345 g/km | 345 g/km | 345 g/km | 368 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $22.79 | $22.79 | $22.79 | $22.79 | $24.34 |
2002 Nissan Pathfinder: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 | Powertrain 4 | Powertrain 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 3.3 L | 3.5 L | 3.5 L | 3.5 L | 3.5 L |
| Cylinders | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| MPG city (US) | 14 | 15 | 14 | 15 | 13 |
| MPG highway (US) | 18 | 17 | 18 | 18 | 17 |
| MPG combined (US) | 16 | 16 | 16 | 16 | 15 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 19 | 19 | 19 | 19 | 18 |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$4,200 | US$4,200 | US$4,200 | US$4,200 | US$4,450 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.55 a litre) | $4,558 | $4,558 | $4,558 | $4,558 | $4,868 |
Sources: fuel use, MPG, CO2, electric range, battery, charge time, luggage volume and the annual fuel cost are the US EPA's (fueleconomy.gov). Imperial MPG, litres, inches and pounds are converted from those figures. Figures no free source publishes for this car (power, torque, acceleration, top speed, fuel tank, towing) are left out.
What to check when buying the 2002 Nissan Pathfinder
- NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns for this model year. Ask the seller for proof each one was fixed; a dealer can check it by the VIN.
- Owners filed 156 complaints with NHTSA, most often about suspension (45), engine and engine cooling (38) and structure (19). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20V008000 | 2020-01-09 | air bags:frontal:passenger side:inflator module | Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2001-2003 Maxima, 2002-2006 Sentra, 2002-2004 Pathfinder, 2007-2011 Versa Sedan and Versa Hatchback, 2001-2004 Infiniti I30 and I35, 2002-2003 Inifiniti QX4, 2003-2008 Infiniti FX35 and FX45 and 2006-2010 M35 and M45 vehicles. The vehicles are equipped with... |
| 17V068000 | 2017-02-02 | air bags:frontal:passenger side:inflator module | Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2002 Pathfinder and Infiniti QX4 vehicles. These vehicles are equipped with Takata air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules used as original equipment or replacement equipment. In the event of a crash necessitating... |
| 15V287000 | 2015-05-15 | air bags | Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2001-2003 Nissan Maxima, 2002-2004 Pathfinder, 2002-2006 Sentra, 2002-2003 Infiniti QX4 and I35, 2003 FX35 and FX45, and 2001 I30 vehicles. Upon deployment of the passenger side frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to... |
| 11V244000 | 2011-04-20 | suspension:front | NISSAN IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 1996-2004 PATHFINDER AND MODEL YEAR 1997-2003 INFINITI QX4 VEHICLES ORIGINALLY SOLD, OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN, CONNECTICUT, DELAWARE, IOWA, ILLINOIS, INDIANA, MASSACHUSETTS, MAINE, MARYLAND, MICHIGAN, MINNESOTA, MISSOURI, NEW HAMPSHIRE, NEW JERSEY, NEW YORK, OHIO,... |
| 10V312000 | 2010-07-06 | air bags:frontal | NISSAN IS RECALLING FORTY-SIX CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2002 PATHFINDER AND INFINITI QX4 VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM AUGUST 24, 2001 THROUGH AUGUST 28, 2001. THE AIR BAG INFLATOR CONTAINS PROPELLANT WAFERS THAT ARE REQUIRED TO PROPERLY DEPLOY THE FRONT PASSENGER AIR BAG. DUE TO IMPROPER PROPELLANT WAFER INSTALLATION DURING... |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
The 2002 Nissan Pathfinder: before you buy
CarmaCars rents cars; this page helps you judge the 2002 Nissan Pathfinder before you buy one elsewhere. Before you buy the 2002 Nissan Pathfinder, here is what the figures say and what to look at.
Recalls and complaints
Look at the tires, brakes and battery; they are costly to replace. A private seller in Ontario must give you a Used Vehicle Information Package. In Ontario, a used car needs a Safety Standards Certificate to be registered. Have a mechanic inspect a used one before you buy it.
Specs, explained
The 3.3L 6-cylinder is what moves it, with rear-wheel drive. It runs on regular gas. Rear-wheel drive gives balanced handling; in winter, the tires make the biggest difference.
It is rated at 14.7 L/100 km combined, so budget about 44 litres for 300 km. Driving 300 km costs roughly $68.37 at our price setting. The EPA estimates US$4,200 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles.
Good uses for the Pathfinder
It suits anyone who needs a car for a few days, a week or a month without buying one. It suits visitors who want a familiar car for a week in town.
What the Pathfinder is like
As an SUV, it sits higher than a sedan, which makes getting in and loading easier.
Rent it for a week first
Rent it, live with it for a week, and decide with real experience. A test week in the Pathfinder tells you more than any review. A week of your own driving tells you more than a test drive: the commute, the parking, the fuel.
Choosing the right one
Set a budget that includes tax, licensing, insurance and the first set of tires. Decide what matters most first: fuel use, space, or the price you can pay. If you are unsure between two options, rent one of them for a week first.
Money matters
The EPA estimates US$4,200 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles at US prices. Get an insurance quote for this exact model before you buy; rates differ a lot between models. At our price setting, 100 km costs about $22.79 in fuel.
One more step
Rent it for a week, then decide: send a request with your dates.
Rent it for a week before you buy
A week of your own driving tells you more than a test drive: the commute, the parking, the fuel. Rent a 2002 Nissan Pathfinder from us first.
Find me this car
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 2002 Nissan Pathfinder for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 2002 Nissan Pathfinder
Does CarmaCars sell the 2002 Nissan Pathfinder?
CarmaCars rents cars and sells one now and then. Tell us what you want and we look for one, or rent one for a week first.
Can I rent a 2002 Nissan Pathfinder before I buy one?
Yes. Request it for a week (or longer, up to 365 days) and drive it as your own; nothing is charged until we confirm and you approve.
Does the 2002 Nissan Pathfinder have recalls?
NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns for it, in the table on this page. Ask for proof each was fixed.
What does the 2002 Nissan Pathfinder cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$4,200 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $4558.00.
Where do the figures come from?
Fuel use and fuel cost from the US EPA (fueleconomy.gov), dimensions and weight from NHTSA vPIC Canadian specifications, recalls and complaints from NHTSA. We leave out any figure no free source publishes.