2026 Nissan Pathfinder vs 2026 Hyundai Santa Fe
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MSRP$35,050 | MSRP$37,500 |
Listings0 | Listings127 |
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User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews | Expert reviews7.0 out of 10 |
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2026 Hyundai Santa Fe Reviews Summary | |
2026 Nissan Pathfinder Reviews SummaryNissan's largest crossover, the Pathfinder, seats up to eight people while offering a car-like ride and control at a medium price point. In our testing of midsize three-row crossovers, the Pathfinder comes out in the middle of the pack in terms of performance, technology, and driving enjoyment. For 2026, Nissan refreshed this fifth-generation Pathfinder, which had been largely unchanged since its debut for the 2021 model year. The 2026 Pathfinder offers more convenience features, a larger touchscreen, and a few new styling touches. Verdict: The Pathfinder is a good choice for value, interior quality, and space, but rivals from Toyota, Hyundai, and Kia push the dials even further at a similar price. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.5L 277 hp I4 | Engine3.5L 284 hp V6 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity8 |
Horsepower277 hp @ 5800 rpm | Horsepower284 hp @ 6400 rpm |
MPG City20 | MPG City21 |
MPG Highway29 | MPG Highway27 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.5L 277 hp I4 | Engine Name3.5L 284 hp V6 |
Torque311 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | Torque259 lb-ft @ 4800 rpm |
Horsepower277 hp @ 5800 rpm | Horsepower284 hp @ 6400 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City20 | MPG City21 |
MPG Highway29 | MPG Highway27 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity8 |
Key Features | |
Navigation SystemStandard | Navigation System |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall5 | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space14.6 cu ft | Cargo Space16.6 cu ft |
Curb Weight4343 lbs | Curb Weight4334 lbs |
Height67.7 in | Height70.9 in |
Length190.2 in | Length197.7 in |
Width74.8 in | Width77.9 in |
Wheelbase110.8 in | Wheelbase114.2 in |
Maximum Payload1191 lbs | Maximum Payload1729 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity3500 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity3500 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity | Standard Towing Capacity3500 lbs |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $35,050 | $37,500 |
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Expert reviews | 7.0 out of 10Read full review | |
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Summary | Nissan's largest crossover, the Pathfinder, seats up to eight people while offering a car-like ride and control at a medium price point. In our testing of midsize three-row crossovers, the Pathfinder comes out in the middle of the pack in terms of performance, technology, and driving enjoyment. For 2026, Nissan refreshed this fifth-generation Pathfinder, which had been largely unchanged since its debut for the 2021 model year. The 2026 Pathfinder offers more convenience features, a larger touchscreen, and a few new styling touches. Verdict: The Pathfinder is a good choice for value, interior quality, and space, but rivals from Toyota, Hyundai, and Kia push the dials even further at a similar price. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.5L 277 hp I4 | 3.5L 284 hp V6 |
Drive Train | FWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 7 | 8 |
Horsepower | 277 hp @ 5800 rpm | 284 hp @ 6400 rpm |
MPG City | 20 | 21 |
MPG Highway | 29 | 27 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.5L 277 hp I4 | 3.5L 284 hp V6 |
Torque | 311 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | 259 lb-ft @ 4800 rpm |
Horsepower | 277 hp @ 5800 rpm | 284 hp @ 6400 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 20 | 21 |
MPG Highway | 29 | 27 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 7 | 8 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | 4 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 14.6 cu ft | 16.6 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 4343 lbs | 4334 lbs |
Height | 67.7 in | 70.9 in |
Length | 190.2 in | 197.7 in |
Width | 74.8 in | 77.9 in |
Wheelbase | 110.8 in | 114.2 in |
Maximum Payload | 1191 lbs | 1729 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 3500 lbs | 3500 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity | 3500 lbs | |
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