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Nissan Pathfinder generations and tyre sizes

Pathfinder

R50

1998 – 1999
Petrol110 kW (150 PS)Automatic / Manual
Pathfinder R50 (1. Facelift)

R50 (1. Facelift)

1999 – 2004
Petrol110–160 kW (150–218 PS)Manual / Automatic
Pathfinder R51

R51

2005 – 2010
Diesel, Petrol126–198 kW (171–269 PS)Manual / Automatic
Pathfinder R51 (1. Facelift)

R51 (1. Facelift)

2010 – 2015
Diesel140–170 kW (190–231 PS)Manual / Automatic

For the Nissan Pathfinder in 2026, the top-rated Summer tyres are Bridgestone Turanza T005 (rated 8.8/10) and Continental PremiumContact 6 (rated 8.3/10). The Nissan Pathfinder uses 5 tyre sizes across 4 generations. Rankings based on aggregated professional tyre test results.

Source: aggregated data from ADAC, TCS, Auto Bild, GTÜ and other independent tyre testing organizations.

Summer tyres for Nissan Pathfinder - market overview, tests, reviews 2026

Best Summer tyres for Nissan Pathfinder

Best tyres for Nissan Pathfinder by category

Best for dry
Continental PremiumContact 6
9.2/10
Best for wet
Continental PremiumContact 6
8.6/10
Best for comfort
Michelin Primacy 4+
8.9/10
Best for noise
Michelin Primacy 4+
8.5/10
Best overall
Bridgestone Turanza T005
8.8/10

Tyre comparison for Nissan Pathfinder

#TyreRatingWetDryNoiseComfortSegmentFit
1Bridgestone Turanza T0058.88.58.57.77.9Premium80%
2Continental PremiumContact 68.38.69.27.68.1Premium100%
3Pirelli Cinturato P78.07.68.78.28.1Premium60%
4Michelin Primacy 4+7.87.88.18.58.9Premium80%
5Continental Ecocontact 67.75.38.28.38.1Premium100%

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best Summer tyres for Nissan Pathfinder?
Based on aggregated test results, the top-rated Summer tyres for Nissan Pathfinder are: Bridgestone Turanza T005 (8.8/10), Continental PremiumContact 6 (8.3/10), Pirelli Cinturato P7 (8.0/10). Rankings based on aggregated professional tyre test results.
What tyre sizes fit Nissan Pathfinder?
The Nissan Pathfinder uses the following tyre sizes: 245/70 R16, 255/65 R16, 245/45 R17, 255/65 R17, 255/60 R18.
How many generations does the Nissan Pathfinder have?
The Nissan Pathfinder has 4 generations, from 1998 to 2010.
What is the best tyre for wet roads for Nissan Pathfinder?
For wet road performance on Nissan Pathfinder, the top-rated tyres are Continental PremiumContact 6 (8.6/10) And Bridgestone Turanza T005 (8.5/10).
Are Bridgestone Turanza T005 good for Nissan Pathfinder?
Yes, the Bridgestone Turanza T005 is the top-rated tyre for Nissan Pathfinder with a rating of 8.8/10. Its strongest discipline is dry. It covers 80% of Nissan Pathfinder tyre sizes.
How to choose tyres for Nissan Pathfinder?
To choose the right tyres for Nissan Pathfinder: 1) Check which tyre sizes fit your generation. 2) Choose between summer, winter, or all-season tyres. 3) Compare test ratings from independent organizations. 4) Consider your driving priorities (wet safety, comfort, mileage). 5) Decide between premium and budget segments based on your budget.

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