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2010 Nissan Pathfinder MPG & fuel economy

The 2010 Nissan Pathfinder is a SUV offered in 4 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 18 MPG combined (15 city / 22 highway) on premium gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 14 to 18 MPG. Efficiency is unchanged from the 2009 model. Among 105 SUVs rated for 2010, it ranks 86th for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.95/gal premium gas, it costs about $3,292 a year to fuel.

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Combined 18 MPG 15 MPG city · 22 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $3,292 15,000 mi/yr · $21.94 per 100 mi
Class rank, 2010 #86 of 105 SUVs by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 2010 Nissan Pathfinder's fuel average is 7.7 km/L (13.1 L/100 km), or 18 MPG combined: 6.4 km/L in the city and 9.4 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City156.415.7
Highway229.410.7
Combined187.713.1

How it ranks among 2010 SUVs

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  1. 1Ford Escape Hybrid32 MPG $1,453
  2. 2Mazda Tribute Hybrid32 MPG $1,453
  3. 3Mercury Mariner Hybrid32 MPG $1,453
  4. 4Saturn Vue Hybrid28 MPG $1,661
  5. 5Subaru Legacy/Outback26 MPG $1,788
  6. 86Nissan Pathfinder18 MPG $3,292
  7. 105Mercedes-Benz G-Class13 MPG $4,558
2010 PathfinderOther SUVsClass median: $2,583/yr

Annual fuel cost at 15,000 miles and default prices; shorter bars cost less.

Pathfinder MPG across model years

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4 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
RWD · 4.0L 6-cyl · 5-speed automatic
Pathfinder FE 2WD		 Gas 15 MPG 22 MPG 18 MPG — $3,292
RWD · 4.0L 6-cyl · 5-speed automatic
Pathfinder 2WD		 Gas 15 MPG 22 MPG 17 MPG — $3,485
4WD · 4.0L 6-cyl · 5-speed automatic
Pathfinder 4WD		 Gas 14 MPG 20 MPG 16 MPG — $3,703
4WD · 5.6L 8-cyl · 5-speed automatic
Pathfinder 4WD		 Gas 13 MPG 18 MPG 14 MPG — $4,232

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Premium gasoline
Engine / motor
4.0L 6-cyl
Transmission
5-speed automatic
Drivetrain
RWD
Tailpipe CO₂
494 g/mi

2010 Nissan Pathfinder vs. rivals

vs Mitsubishi Endeavor 18 MPG · $3,292/yr Same fuel cost vs Toyota Land Cruiser 15 MPG · $3,100/yr Land Cruiser saves $192/yr vs Volkswagen Touareg 16 MPG · $3,703/yr Pathfinder saves $411/yr vs Ford Expedition 16 MPG · $2,906/yr Expedition saves $385/yr vs Toyota Sequoia 16 MPG · $2,906/yr Sequoia saves $385/yr vs Jeep Commander 16 MPG · $2,906/yr Commander saves $385/yr

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Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 2010 Nissan Pathfinder?

Up to 18 MPG combined (15 city / 22 highway); ratings range from 14 to 18 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 2010 Nissan Pathfinder use?

Premium gasoline (premium is required or recommended by the manufacturer).

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 2010 Nissan Pathfinder?

The 2010 Nissan Pathfinder's fuel average is 7.7 km/L (13.1 L/100 km), or 18 MPG combined: 6.4 km/L in the city and 9.4 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 2010 Nissan Pathfinder per year?

About $3,292 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.95/gal premium gas, or $21.94 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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