Used 2023 Nissan Pathfinder for Sale nearNewmarket, ON

How much does the 2023 Nissan Pathfinder cost?

Prices have softened 12.72% compared to this time last year, making it a favourable time to shop this model year.

There are 477 listings available, which suggests a healthy amount of inventory for shoppers to compare.

Is the 2023 Nissan Pathfinder a good car?

Yes — the 2023 Nissan Pathfinder earns a 4.7/5 user rating and an 8.2/10 expert rating. The model scores 9/10 across Form and function and Safety.

Owners consistently praise its stylish design, comfortable seating, strong performance, and the luxurious feel of the interior. The user feedback also points to a dependable, trouble-free ownership experience, with long-term satisfaction showing up in the strong rating.

On the expert side, the Pathfinder’s roomy cabin, usable third row, and broad mix of tech and safety features make it a strong fit if you want one SUV to handle family duties. The trade-offs are a high starting price and a ride that can be hard to balance, plus a shifter design that takes some getting used to.

With 36.5% of listings marked as good or great deals, there is enough market activity to give you some room to shop carefully.

Is the 2023 Nissan Pathfinder reliable?

Owners rate it 4.7/5, a strong signal of long-term satisfaction.

The user feedback highlights a dependable, trouble-free feel, with owners saying they feel confident counting on it for everyday use. The expert notes also describe the Pathfinder as smooth and quiet in normal driving, which supports the impression of a well-sorted family SUV.

The ownership picture looks reassuring for used buyers, especially if you want a vehicle that has already earned strong satisfaction from current owners. As always, a used example is best approached with a careful inspection and service-history review.

What should I look for when buying a used 2023 Nissan Pathfinder?

Key things to evaluate:

• Trim level: The S trim includes AWD, heated front seats, a heated steering wheel, tri-zone automatic climate control, and an 8-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. The SV adds a panoramic moonroof, a tow hitch receiver, a surround-view monitor, LED fog lamps, and a motion-activated power liftgate. The Rock Creek adds a more rugged setup with off-road tuned suspension, all-terrain tires, unique styling, a heavy-duty roof cargo rack, and water-repellent interior materials. The SL adds leather seats, a 10-way power passenger seat, wireless charging, and ProPILOT Assist with traffic sign recognition and navigation integration. The SL Premium adds 20-inch wheels, a head-up display, and a Bose premium audio system. The Platinum adds second-row captain’s chairs, rain-sensing wipers, a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster, and heated and ventilated front seats.

• Powertrain: The Pathfinder uses a 3.5-litre V6 with 284 horsepower and 259 lb-ft of torque, paired with a nine-speed automatic and standard AWD. The Rock Creek version is tuned to 295 hp and 270 lb-ft, and it adds off-road shocks and a slightly taller suspension. The standard setup is smooth and quiet, but the shifter design can be distracting.

• Safety package: Standard equipment includes forward and reverse automatic emergency braking, forward and reverse collision warning, pedestrian detection, automatic high beams, lane-departure warning, rear parking sensors, driver-attention monitoring, blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, and ProPILOT Assist with lane centring and adaptive cruise control. The SV adds front parking sensors and a 360-degree parking monitor. The SL adds traffic-sign recognition and navigation-linked ProPILOT Assist. The Platinum adds rain-sensing wipers.

• Infotainment: The standard system uses an 8-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. The SL, SL Premium, and Platinum get a larger 9-inch screen. The system also includes Bluetooth, satellite radio, voice recognition, a subscription-based Wi-Fi hotspot, and four USB ports, with additional USB ports added on higher trims.

• Fuel efficiency: The Pathfinder returns 11.6 L/100 km in city driving, 9.2 L/100 km on the highway, and 10.5 L/100 km combined. The Rock Creek is slightly thirstier at 11.9 L/100 km city, 10.0 L/100 km highway, and 11.1 L/100 km combined.

Which 2023 Nissan Pathfinder trim should I buy?

The 2023 Nissan Pathfinder is offered in 6 trim levels: S, SV, Rock Creek, SL, SL Premium, and Platinum.

Here's the short version:

• S: This is the entry point, but it still gives you AWD, heated front seats, a heated steering wheel, tri-zone climate control, and the standard 8-inch touchscreen. It makes sense if you want the lowest-cost way into the Pathfinder without giving up the core family-friendly features.

• SV: This is the best-value trim for many shoppers because it adds a panoramic moonroof, surround-view monitor, LED fog lamps, and a motion-activated power liftgate, plus the tow hitch receiver. If you want a more complete daily driver without jumping too far up the price ladder, this is the one to focus on.

• Rock Creek: Choose this if you want the tougher look and the added rugged hardware, including off-road tuned suspension, all-terrain tires, a heavy-duty roof rack, and water-repellent interior materials. It suits you best if winter use or occasional trail driving matters more than maximum road comfort.

• SL: This trim is the step up for comfort and convenience, with leather seats, power passenger adjustment, wireless charging, and ProPILOT Assist with traffic-sign recognition and navigation integration. It is a strong pick if you want a more upscale feel and more advanced driver assistance.

• SL Premium: This adds the 20-inch wheels, head-up display, and Bose audio system. It is the choice if you want more premium features, but it is less compelling than the SL if you are watching value closely.

• Platinum: At the top, this trim brings second-row captain’s chairs, a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster, heated and ventilated front seats, and rain-sensing wipers. It is the right pick if you want the most luxurious Pathfinder experience and do not mind paying for it.

The safety package is broad across the lineup, but the SV, SL, SL Premium, and Platinum add useful extras that make them easier to recommend than the base trim.

Is now a good time to buy a used 2023 Nissan Pathfinder?

This looks like a moderate, selective buyer’s market, so you have room to compare listings and wait for the right one.

• Deal availability: 36.5% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Inventory: There are 477 listings available.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 12.72% compared with last year.

If you find a listing below $37,042 CAD, that's toward the low end of the year-round range and worth acting on quickly.

What is the 2023 Nissan Pathfinder's resale value?

The current average of $37,042 CAD sits slightly below last year's $42,441 CAD.

That price movement suggests the market has cooled, which can be good news if you are buying now but less favourable if you are planning to sell soon. A softer market usually means future sellers may need to price more competitively to attract attention.

Even so, the Pathfinder’s broad appeal as a roomy family SUV should help it stay relevant with used buyers. Strong equipment, a usable third row, and a good reputation with owners can help support demand over time.

Vehicles with strong owner satisfaction ratings, like this model year's 4.7/5, tend to retain buyer demand, which supports resale value over time.

Is the 2023 Nissan Pathfinder safe?

The 2023 Nissan Pathfinder earns a Top Safety Pick+ rating from IIHS.

It earns a 9/10 safety score from our experts.

Standard safety equipment includes forward and reverse automatic emergency braking, forward and reverse collision warning, pedestrian detection, automatic high beams, lane-departure warning, rear parking sensors, driver-attention monitoring, blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, and ProPILOT Assist with lane centring and adaptive cruise control. The SV adds front parking sensors and a 360-degree parking monitor, while the SL adds traffic-sign recognition and navigation-linked ProPILOT Assist.

The NHTSA has not completed a full suite of crash tests on this model year, so there is no full NHTSA result to cite here.

Should I buy a 2023 Nissan Pathfinder or consider a different year?

If you're weighing the 2023 against nearby model years, here's how to think about it:

Choose the 2023 if:

• 36.5% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 12.72% compared with last year.
• Owners rate it 4.7/5 — a strong satisfaction signal.
• The 2023 adds the Rock Creek edition, giving you a more rugged option within the lineup.

Consider the 2022 if:

• At $32,610 CAD, the 2022 costs less than the current year's $37,042 CAD average.
• It brings a rugged-ish body style and thoughtful features that make it feel purposeful.

The bottom line: If you want the strongest mix of current-market value, owner satisfaction, and trim variety, the 2023 is the better all-around pick. If your priority is spending less up front, the 2022 is the smarter budget-focused alternative.

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These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from November 10, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.