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2000-2004 Nissan Pathfinder MPG & Fuel Cost
5 model years · 14–16 MPG combined
15,000 mi/yr · regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)
Cheaper to fuel than 5 of 10 standard SUV configurations, MY2004. Ranked against all rated configurations, not sales-weighted.
2000-2004 Nissan Pathfinder at a glance
The 2000-2004 Nissan Pathfinder covers 5 model years in the EPA database (22 configurations in all), rated 14–16 MPG combined. The newest model year, 2004, costs about $4,080 a year to fuel for its most efficient version, the Pathfinder 3.5L 6-cyl RWD (16 MPG), at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). EPA changed the ratings in 2001, 2002, 2003 and 2004.
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
2000-2004 Nissan Pathfinder by model year
| Model year | Powertrains | Combined | $/yr | EPA ratings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | Gas | 14–16 MPG | $4,080–$4,670 | Ratings changed |
| 2003 | Gas | 15–16 MPG | $4,080–$4,360 | Ratings changed |
| 2002 | Gas | 15–16 MPG | $4,080–$4,360 | Ratings changed |
| 2001 | Gas | 15–16 MPG | $4,080–$4,360 | Ratings changed |
| 2000 | Gas | 15–16 MPG | $4,080–$4,360 | First year |
What the 2004 Pathfinder 3.5L 6-cyl RWD costs to drive
Per month
$340
$4,080 a year ÷ 12
Per 25 miles
$6.80
Per 100 miles
$27.20
Five years
$20,400
5 × the yearly cost, prices held at today's level
vs the standard SUV median
Same
Class median $4,080 a year, MY2004
Based on 15,000 miles a year and regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2004 Nissan Pathfinder MPG
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
Versus 2003: The most efficient configuration stays at 16 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $4,080.
Gas configurations (4)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pathfinder 3.5L 6-cyl RWD (Most efficient) | 3.5L 6-cyl | RWD | 15 | 19 | 16 | $4,080 |
| Pathfinder 3.5L 6-cyl 4WD | 3.5L 6-cyl | 4WD | 14 | 18 | 15 | $4,360 |
| Armada 5.6L 8-cyl RWD | 5.6L 8-cyl | RWD | 12 | 18 | 14 | $4,670 |
| Armada 5.6L 8-cyl 4WD | 5.6L 8-cyl | 4WD | 12 | 17 | 14 | $4,670 |
2003 Nissan Pathfinder MPG
15–16 MPG · $4,080–$4,360/yr
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
Versus 2002: The most efficient configuration stays at 16 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $4,080.
Gas configurations (4)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pathfinder 3.5L 6-cyl RWD Automatic 4-spd (Most efficient) | 3.5L 6-cyl | RWD | 14 | 19 | 16 | $4,080 |
| Pathfinder 3.5L 6-cyl RWD Manual 5-spd | 3.5L 6-cyl | RWD | 15 | 18 | 16 | $4,080 |
| Pathfinder 3.5L 6-cyl 4WD Manual 5-spd | 3.5L 6-cyl | 4WD | 15 | 18 | 16 | $4,080 |
| Pathfinder 3.5L 6-cyl 4WD Automatic 4-spd | 3.5L 6-cyl | 4WD | 14 | 18 | 15 | $4,360 |
2002 Nissan Pathfinder MPG
15–16 MPG · $4,080–$4,360/yr
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
Versus 2001: The most efficient configuration stays at 16 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $4,080.
Gas configurations (5)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pathfinder 3.3L 6-cyl (Most efficient) | 3.3L 6-cyl | RWD | 14 | 18 | 16 | $4,080 |
| Pathfinder 3.5L 6-cyl RWD Automatic 4-spd | 3.5L 6-cyl | RWD | 14 | 18 | 16 | $4,080 |
| Pathfinder 3.5L 6-cyl RWD Manual 5-spd | 3.5L 6-cyl | RWD | 15 | 18 | 16 | $4,080 |
| Pathfinder 3.5L 6-cyl 4WD Manual 5-spd | 3.5L 6-cyl | 4WD | 15 | 17 | 16 | $4,080 |
| Pathfinder 3.5L 6-cyl 4WD Automatic 4-spd | 3.5L 6-cyl | 4WD | 13 | 17 | 15 | $4,360 |
2001 Nissan Pathfinder MPG
15–16 MPG · $4,080–$4,360/yr
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
Versus 2000: The most efficient configuration stays at 16 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $4,080.
Gas configurations (5)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pathfinder 3.3L 6-cyl (Most efficient) | 3.3L 6-cyl | RWD | 14 | 18 | 16 | $4,080 |
| Pathfinder 3.5L 6-cyl RWD Automatic 4-spd | 3.5L 6-cyl | RWD | 14 | 18 | 16 | $4,080 |
| Pathfinder 3.5L 6-cyl RWD Manual 5-spd | 3.5L 6-cyl | RWD | 15 | 18 | 16 | $4,080 |
| Pathfinder 3.5L 6-cyl 4WD Automatic 4-spd | 3.5L 6-cyl | 4WD | 14 | 17 | 15 | $4,360 |
| Pathfinder 3.5L 6-cyl 4WD Manual 5-spd | 3.5L 6-cyl | 4WD | 14 | 17 | 15 | $4,360 |
2000 Nissan Pathfinder MPG
15–16 MPG · $4,080–$4,360/yr
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
Gas configurations (4)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pathfinder 3.3L 6-cyl RWD Manual 5-spd (Most efficient) | 3.3L 6-cyl | RWD | 15 | 17 | 16 | $4,080 |
| Pathfinder 3.3L 6-cyl RWD Automatic 4-spd | 3.3L 6-cyl | RWD | 14 | 18 | 15 | $4,360 |
| Pathfinder 3.3L 6-cyl 4WD Automatic 4-spd | 3.3L 6-cyl | 4WD | 14 | 17 | 15 | $4,360 |
| Pathfinder 3.3L 6-cyl 4WD Manual 5-spd | 3.3L 6-cyl | 4WD | 14 | 16 | 15 | $4,360 |
Fuel cost by state
Yearly cost of the Pathfinder 3.5L 6-cyl RWD: $5,550 in California and $3,560 in Texas, a $1,990 difference.
- California $5,550
- Washington $5,150
- New York $4,080
- Florida $3,860
- Texas $3,560
Similar cars
Closest combined MPG among MY2004 standard SUV models.
Generations
- 2000-2004 (R50)
- 2005-2012 (R51)
- 2013-2020 (R52)
- 2022-2026 (5th gen)
Frequently asked questions
What gas mileage does the 2000-2004 Nissan Pathfinder get?
EPA rates the 2000-2004 Nissan Pathfinder at 14–16 MPG combined across 22 configurations and 5 model years. The most efficient version, the 2004 Pathfinder 3.5L 6-cyl RWD, is rated 16 MPG (15 city, 19 highway).
Which years had the best MPG in the 2000-2004 Nissan Pathfinder?
Every model year of the 2000-2004 Nissan Pathfinder tops out at 16 MPG combined, so no year is better than another.
Did EPA ratings change during the 2000-2004 Nissan Pathfinder?
Yes. Ratings changed in 2001, 2002, 2003 and 2004.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2004 Nissan Pathfinder per year?
Driving 15,000 miles a year at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), the Pathfinder 3.5L 6-cyl RWD costs about $4,080 a year. Across all 4 configurations the cost runs $4,080–$4,670 a year. That is a $590 difference between the cheapest and the costliest configuration.
How much does it cost to drive a 2004 Nissan Pathfinder 100 miles?
About $27.20 per 100 miles for the Pathfinder 3.5L 6-cyl RWD at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), and between $27.20 and $31.13 across all configurations. That is the annual cost over 15,000 miles divided by 150.
Is the 2004 Nissan Pathfinder more efficient in the city or on the highway?
The Pathfinder 3.5L 6-cyl RWD is rated 15 city and 19 highway MPG, so it is more efficient on the highway, by 4 MPG.
How does the 2004 Nissan Pathfinder compare with other standard SUV configurations?
The Pathfinder 3.5L 6-cyl RWD costs about $4,080 a year to fuel, the same as the class median of $4,080, and less than 5 of 10 standard SUV configurations. The comparison covers all 254 rated standard SUV configurations for MY2004, not weighted by sales.
Is the 2004 Nissan Pathfinder different from the 2003 model?
The most efficient configuration stays at 16 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $4,080. EPA lists 4 configurations for 2004 against 4 configurations for 2003. See the 2003 Nissan Pathfinder for that year.