Nissan Pathfinder receives luxury review and custom SEMA builds

The 2026 Nissan Pathfinder SL 4WD is being highlighted for its balance of family utility and premium features. The top-of-the-range model features a 3.5-litre V6 engine producing 271 hp, paired with a nine-speed automatic transmission and Intelligent 4x4 capability. The interior offers near-luxury amenities including quilted Nappa leather, massage seats, and integrated Google software.

In a separate development, enthusiast Nick Sherr, known as Nismo Nick, has unveiled two custom R51-generation Pathfinder builds for the 2026 SEMA Show to celebrate the model's 40th anniversary. The Trackfinder concept features a supercharged VQ40 V6 producing a claimed 501 horsepower at the wheels, mated to a six-speed manual gearbox. The second build, the Trailfinder, is designed as a V-8 powered off-road companion.