2023 Nissan Pathfinder Rock Creek 4WD (or Platinum, or SV/SL with tow package) — properly equipped
⚠ Pending verification
Figures were extracted from the source below and are pending confirmation against the OEM towing guide.
Source: Manufacturer spec page — 2023 Nissan Pathfinder Press Kit · retrieved 2026-07-02
Max Towing Capacity
6,000
lbs / 2,722 kg
Engine Variants
1 variants
Trim Notes
6,000 lbs is the maximum towing capacity, achieved on Rock Creek 4WD (standard) and Platinum (standard), and available on SV and SL with the tow package (receiver hitch, harness, enhanced transmission cooling). S trim is rated at 3,500 lbs only and cannot be upgraded to 6,000 lbs. Rock Creek footnote clarifies: 'Up to 6,000 lbs. maximum towing for 2023 Nissan Pathfinder Rock Creek. Towing varies by configuration.'
⚠ Important
Peak 6,000 lb: Rock Creek 4WD, 3.5L V6, standard tow hitch receiver and harness; also available on SV and SL with towing prep package, and standard on Platinum (conventional ball hitch). Next-highest 3,500 lb: S 2WD/4WD, SV 2WD/4WD (without tow package), SL 2WD/4WD (without tow package) — standard towing capacity.
◆ Gear you may need
Always confirm against your door-jamb sticker & OEM towing guide before hauling. Ratings vary by exact configuration.
Different configuration? Look it up
The 6,000 lbs figure above is the properly-equipped maximum for this model year. For a specific trim, engine, or drivetrain, run your exact setup through the live tool:
Prose overview
The 2023 Nissan Pathfinder carries a maximum towing capacity of 6,000 lbs when properly equipped, paired with a Class III hitch. As with every truck and SUV, the rating swings by engine, drivetrain, cab and bed configuration, and rear axle ratio — so two 2023 Nissan Pathfinders on the same lot can be rated thousands of pounds apart. Match your trailer to the lowestrelevant limit (towing capacity, payload, GCWR, and hitch rating), and verify against the sticker inside the driver's-side door jamb.
Related tow ratings
2023 Nissan Pathfinder towing FAQ
What is the maximum towing capacity of a 2023 Nissan Pathfinder?
A properly equipped 2023 Nissan Pathfinder is rated to tow up to 6,000 lbs. This maximum applies only to specific engine, axle, and tow-package combinations — most trims tow less.
What hitch class does the 2023 Nissan Pathfinder need?
Based on its rated capacity, the 2023 Nissan Pathfinder typically pairs with a Class III hitch. Always match the hitch to your loaded trailer weight and never exceed the vehicle's rated capacity.
Do I need a brake controller to tow with a 2023 Nissan Pathfinder?
Most states require trailer brakes — and a brake controller — for trailers over 3,000 lbs loaded. A brake controller syncs the trailer's brakes with the vehicle's for safe, controlled stops.
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