Photos of the 2019 Nissan Pathfinder Rock Creek Edition

The wheel openings get molded black plastic surrounds and door badging, and the all-wheel-drive version gets badges that tell the world as much.

Seven unique exterior colors will be available.

The interior treatment includes two-tone seating surfaces with contrast stitching on the seats, doors, console, and steering wheel; metallic interior trim bits and badging complete the transformation.

The powertrain remains unchanged, with the Pathfinder Rock Creek edition getting by with the same 284-hp 3.5-liter direct-injected V-6 and Xtronic continuously variable automatic transmission (CVT) as the rest of the Pathfinder family.

The Rock Creek package adds $995 to the bottom line of both SV and SL trim Pathfinders (current MSRP is $35,315 for an SV with front-wheel drive and $38,956 for a front-wheel-drive SL; add $1690 for all-wheel drive); ordering all the elements a la carte would cost $1315, Nissan points out.

Those interested in adding even more to that bottom line can choose the $980 SV Rock Creek Edition Technology package (heated cloth front seats, steering wheel, and outside rearview mirrors; NissanConnect with navigation and traffic).

Purchasers of the SL trim can add the $2110 SL Rock Creek Edition Premium package (Bose 13-speaker audio, power panoramic sunroof) and edge into outright decadence.

A standard trailer hitch with wiring harness and splash guards makes sure both two- and four-wheel-drive Rock Creek Pathfinders can tow every one of the rated 6000 pounds.

Getting more for less is always a good idea, and when you factor in the sweet Rock Creek moniker and the deep green metallic paint as seen in the photo gallery, it makes the decision to check this box an easy one.