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1993 Nissan Pathfinder XE 5MT 2WD

All Nissan Pathfinder WD21 trims (1987–1995) → All Nissan Pathfinder generations →
1993 Nissan Pathfinder – front Unverified
Photo: 1995 Nissan Pathfinder XE in Champagne Pearl Metallic, front left, 08-13-2022 by Cutlass, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons
Photos show the first generation (WD21, 1987–1995); trim, color, and model year may differ.
All photo credits
  1. Photo: 1995 Nissan Pathfinder XE in Champagne Pearl Metallic, front left, 08-13-2022 by Cutlass, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons
  2. Photo: 1991 Nissan Pathfinder 3.0 V6 (50817615643) by Rutger van der Maar, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
  3. Photo: 1991 Nissan Pathfinder 3.0 V6 (50818457222) by Rutger van der Maar, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
  4. Photo: 1995 Nissan Pathfinder SE, rear 5.19.19 by Kevauto, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
  5. Photo: 1995 Nissan Pathfinder XE in Champagne Pearl Metallic, rear left, 08-13-2022 by Cutlass, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons

The 1993 Nissan Pathfinder XE 5MT 2WD is a 153-hp 3.0-liter V6 SUV with a 5-speed manual and rear-wheel drive. It starts at $18,300 MSRP.

It makes 153 horsepower and 180 lb-ft of torque. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 14 mpg city and 17 mpg highway.

The Pathfinder measures 171.9 inches long on a 104.3-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,520 lb.

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeSUV
PowertrainGas
Price
MSRP$18,300 ($41,159 *)
Engine
Engine Type3.0L V6 (VG30E), multi-point fuel injection
Displacement3 L
Horsepower153 hp
Torque180 lb-ft
Drivetrain
Drive TypeRWD
Transmission
Transmission5-speed manual
Fuel Economy
City14 MPG
Highway17 MPG
Tank Capacity20.4 gal
Suspension
Turning Diameter35.5 ft
Dimensions & Weight
Length171.9 in
Width66.5 in
Height65.7 in
Wheelbase104.3 in
Curb Weight3,520 lbs
Interior
Headroom Front39.3 in
Headroom Rear36.8 in
Legroom Front42.6 in
Legroom Rear33.1 in
Shoulder Room Front54.4 in
Shoulder Room Rear55.1 in
Hip Room Front55.1 in
Hip Room Rear55.1 in
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars

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Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Overall Not rated
Frontal crash Not rated
Frontal – driver ★★★★★
Frontal – passenger ★★★★★
Side crash Not rated
Rollover Not rated
Tested variant: 1993 Nissan Pathfinder 4-DR. 4x4

Recalls

No recalls on file with NHTSA for the 1993 Nissan PATHFINDER.

49 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 1993 Nissan PATHFINDER

Owner Complaints

49 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1993 Nissan PATHFINDER (2 mention a crash, 3 a fire, 2 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Engine And Engine Cooling25
Structure7
Tires4
Power Train3
Electrical System2
Fuel System2
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Jan 28, 2011 · Service Brakes, Hydraulic, Structure
“THIS IS THE SECOND 1993 NISSAN PATHFINDER I HAVE OWNED AND BOTH HAVE HAD THE EXACT SAME PROBLEM WITH THE FRAME. THE REAR CROSSMEMBER COMPLETELY RUSTS OUT AND FALLS OFF THE PROBLEM IS VARY DANGEROUS…”
Feb 2, 2009 · Suspension, Structure
“REAR SUSPENSION HAS SEPARATED FROM THE FRAME DUE TO EXTREME RUSTING OF FRAME RAILS. EXCESS MOVEMENT OF REAR AXLE FROM SEPARATION DAMAGED THE BRAKE LINE AND CAUSED LOSS OF REAR BRAKES. *TR”
Nov 23, 2007 · Tires
“*NOTE: THE TIRES IN QUESTION ARE SIZE 235/75R15...THIS SIZE OPTION WAS NOT AVAILABLE IN THE DROP DOWN BOX./// BLOWOUT AND NEAR ACCIDENT OCCURRED. AFTER FURTHER EVALUATION IT WAS DETERMINED THE…”
Oct 1, 2005 · Tires
“I'M A CONSUMER WHO JUST HAD FOUR NEW COOPER DISCOVERER AST II TIRES INSTALLED ON A '93 NISSAN PATHFINDER. ALL FAILED WITHIN 709 MILES, APPROXIMATELY ONE MONTH OF DRIVING. AFTER DRIVING TWO WEEKS AND…”
May 8, 2005 · Structure
“FRAME VERRY RUSTY AND BROKE IN REAR OF VEHICLE”

Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.

Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 1993 NISSAN PATHFINDER. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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