Nissan Pathfinder vs GMC Terrain
Overview | |
Years produced1986-2020 | Years produced2010-Present |
MSRP$36,400 | MSRP$28,150 |
Listings927 | Listings3141 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.3 out of 10 | Expert reviews6.7 out of 10 |
Pros
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Reviews SummaryDespite a rich history and lengthy pedigree, the Nissan Pathfinder has struggled to compete against the most popular three-row crossover SUVs. That’s perplexing, as the Pathfinder offers excellent cargo capacity, comfortable seating, and a modern design, and it does it all at a competitive price. Slight updates for the 2025 model year are unlikely to vault the Pathfinder ahead of competitors like the Honda Pilot or Kia Telluride, but they nonetheless help make this attractive SUV even more appealing. Verdict: The 2025 Nissan Pathfinder is missing the single killer app to put it clear ahead of competitors. Instead, it offers a beautifully well-rounded package, with no single area likely to let shoppers down, even if there’s no single area likely to wow them, either. An ideal workhorse for both adventurous and budget-friendly families, the 2025 Nissan Pathfinder delivers a solid, reliable experience across all aspects of ownership. | |
Reviews Summary“Terrain” is a misnomer as applied to this compact crossover SUV from GMC. The name suggests far more off-roading capability than is available from this restyled Chevy Equinox, and the new AT4 trim level, which equips the 2022 GMC Terrain with standard all-wheel drive (AWD), “sport-terrain” tires, and a steel front skid plate, ought to come with a disclaimer. Based on our testing, the new 2022 Terrain AT4 is all show and no go, as in: “No, you can’t go there in this small SUV.” Not without damaging it, anyway. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine3.5L 284 hp V6 | Engine1.5L 170 hp I4 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity8 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower284 hp @ 6400 rpm | Horsepower170 hp @ 5600 rpm |
MPG City20 | MPG City25 |
MPG Highway27 | MPG Highway30 |
Engine | |
Engine Name3.5L 284 hp V6 | Engine Name1.5L 170 hp I4 |
Torque259 lb-ft @ 4800 rpm | Torque203 lb-ft @ 2000 rpm |
Horsepower284 hp @ 6400 rpm | Horsepower170 hp @ 5600 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City20 | MPG City25 |
MPG Highway27 | MPG Highway30 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity8 | Seating Capacity5 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall5 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space16.6 cu ft | Cargo Space29.6 cu ft |
Curb Weight4325 lbs | Curb Weight3449 lbs |
Height70.9 in | Height65.4 in |
Length197.7 in | Length182.3 in |
Width77.9 in | Width72.4 in |
Wheelbase114.2 in | Wheelbase107.3 in |
Maximum Payload1575 lbs | Maximum Payload1015 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity3500 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity1500 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity3500 lbs | Standard Towing Capacity1500 lbs |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 1986-2020 | 2010-Present |
MSRP | $36,400 | $28,150 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 7.3 out of 10Read full review | 6.7 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | Pros
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Summary | Despite a rich history and lengthy pedigree, the Nissan Pathfinder has struggled to compete against the most popular three-row crossover SUVs. That’s perplexing, as the Pathfinder offers excellent cargo capacity, comfortable seating, and a modern design, and it does it all at a competitive price. Slight updates for the 2025 model year are unlikely to vault the Pathfinder ahead of competitors like the Honda Pilot or Kia Telluride, but they nonetheless help make this attractive SUV even more appealing. Verdict: The 2025 Nissan Pathfinder is missing the single killer app to put it clear ahead of competitors. Instead, it offers a beautifully well-rounded package, with no single area likely to let shoppers down, even if there’s no single area likely to wow them, either. An ideal workhorse for both adventurous and budget-friendly families, the 2025 Nissan Pathfinder delivers a solid, reliable experience across all aspects of ownership. | “Terrain” is a misnomer as applied to this compact crossover SUV from GMC. The name suggests far more off-roading capability than is available from this restyled Chevy Equinox, and the new AT4 trim level, which equips the 2022 GMC Terrain with standard all-wheel drive (AWD), “sport-terrain” tires, and a steel front skid plate, ought to come with a disclaimer. Based on our testing, the new 2022 Terrain AT4 is all show and no go, as in: “No, you can’t go there in this small SUV.” Not without damaging it, anyway. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 3.5L 284 hp V6 | 1.5L 170 hp I4 |
Drive Train | FWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 8 | 5 |
Horsepower | 284 hp @ 6400 rpm | 170 hp @ 5600 rpm |
MPG City | 20 | 25 |
MPG Highway | 27 | 30 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 3.5L 284 hp V6 | 1.5L 170 hp I4 |
Torque | 259 lb-ft @ 4800 rpm | 203 lb-ft @ 2000 rpm |
Horsepower | 284 hp @ 6400 rpm | 170 hp @ 5600 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 20 | 25 |
MPG Highway | 27 | 30 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 8 | 5 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | 5 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 16.6 cu ft | 29.6 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 4325 lbs | 3449 lbs |
Height | 70.9 in | 65.4 in |
Length | 197.7 in | 182.3 in |
Width | 77.9 in | 72.4 in |
Wheelbase | 114.2 in | 107.3 in |
Maximum Payload | 1575 lbs | 1015 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 3500 lbs | 1500 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity | 3500 lbs | 1500 lbs |

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