2022 Nissan Pathfinder SV

The Pathfinder got a full redesign for 2022 and it shows. Nissan cleaned up the styling, ditched the CVT for a proper 9-speed automatic, and gave the SV trim a solid feature set without going overboard. The 3.5L V6 puts out 284 horsepower, enough to merge onto the 101 with confidence or pull a small trailer without straining.

Inside, you've got room for the family and their stuff. Three rows of seating, an 8-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and driver-assist features like intelligent cruise control and blind-spot monitoring. The SV trim gets you the useful tech without paying for luxury you don't need.

This one's a strong pick if you want a midsize SUV that can handle daily commutes and weekend trips up to Monterey or down to Big Sur without feeling like you're driving a bus. Come take a look.